4 Strategy-Planning jobs

Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) International Ministries   Philadelphia area (King of Prussia, PA)   Mission International Ministries (IM), also known as the American Baptist Foreign Mission Society, works cross-culturally to invite people to become disciples of Jesus Christ and to proclaim, through both word and deed, God’s reign of justice, peace and abundant life for all creation. Ministry Priorities Evangelism:   IM shares the gospel of Jesus Christ in respectful and creative ways. Discipleship:   IM nurtures both individuals and communities as they grow in their knowledge of and commitment to Christ. Theological Education:   IM trains church leaders in both formal and nontraditional settings. Immigrants and Refugees: IM serves immigrants and refugees, building upon the celebrated immigrant and refugee ministries of American Baptist congregations, regions, national organizations and partners in order to develop similar ministries on a global level. Peace and Justice: IM works with the Body of Christ around the world to embody God’s love in situations of discord, suffering and conflict. Abolition of Trafficking in Persons and Global Slavery: IM provides exemplary services to survivors of trafficking in persons and all forms of modern-day slavery. Education: IM promotes the liberating power of education through ministries that range from basic literacy through graduate study. Economic Development: IM transforms lives in the name of Jesus Christ by empowering people and communities through economic development. Health and Wellness: IM engages in curative, preventive and educational ministries around the world that promote holistic health and wellness. Promotion of Mission “From Everywhere to Everyone”:   IM assists the efforts of churches and partners around the world as they engage in cross-cultural ministry and send their own missionaries. Short-Term Mission Engagement:   IM promotes and provides opportunities for individuals, churches, American Baptist regions and educational institutions to engage in life-changing cross-cultural ministry experiences. Training and Capacity Building:   IM contributes to the strength and vitality of partners around the world and in the United States and Puerto Rico, helping them develop increased capacity to do their ministries. Position Summary The person stepping into this role will have a background in finances and strategic operations management. This person will need strong leadership, analytical, financial and creative skills to transform and propel IM into sustainable new directions.  The CSO will drive revenue growth and fresh strategic approaches while bringing business perspective and operating discipline. The CSO will partner with the management team to launch successful change management including turnaround, improved cash flow and operating rigor. The CSO will possess the ability to share the larger picture with the team and then bring it down to the grass roots level where specific duties and responsibilities may be assigned to those accountable for their implementation.   Responsibilities The CSO will report to the Executive Director/CEO. He or she will oversee other leadership staff to create and implement strategic planning efforts that set a future course for the organization. The CSO will engage a variety of stakeholders including board and staff to chart a fresh strategic course that not only drives growth and expansion but provides clear direction to make staff effective and productive. The CSO will develop a plan to bring revenue and expenses into sustainable alignment which is measurable and maintainable. Put into place budgeting that is a reflection of the organization’s priorities and goals, sets clear expectations and manageable goals. The CSO will lead implementation of strategies. The CSO will establish individual performance objectives for key staff that are aligned with the budget goals. The CSO will evaluate internal talent to discern where individuals may serve the ministry most effectively. Professional Qualifications and Personal Characteristics  Master’s Degree strongly preferred; a degree in finance and management preferred. At least ten years’ experience in finances and strategic operations management. Interest in working with a faith-based organization. A faith aligned with the mission and the guiding values of IM. The vision to perceive opportunities for growth and improving the efficiency, quality and cost of IM services. Exhibits entrepreneurship. Strong organizational abilities, including planning, delegating, program development, task facilitation, without micro-managing, supervision and accountability. Change agent – effective leadership with the ability to “bring others along.” Can motivate and influence individuals and groups.  High personal integrity. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with staff and promote an atmosphere of mutual respect. Demonstrated ability to monitor and sustain sound financial performance. Proven success working with a senior leadership team and a Board of Directors. Strong written and oral communication skills. Compensation Commensurate with experience and other qualifications.  International Ministries is an EEO employer and provides a comprehensive and flexible benefit package that includes medical, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, long-term disability and group term life insurance. Application Process Submit a cover letter and resume to Bill Moran, the Moran Company. Resume should be chronological and include all professional education and experience, dates of employment (month and year), position/title and organization names.  APPLY NOW

Brief Description   Assist the Museum Manager in operating the Museum of the Alphabet and the Mexico-Cárdenas Museum.  For a full-time (40 hours) volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in the US  Responsibilities   Greet and engage visitors in conversations and answer questions Monitor tour guide schedule and perform museum tours Communicate JAARS history and mission, and work with visitors Aid in planning meetings and socials Help with member care and staff training Respond to emails and requests for information Coordinate the museums’ involvement with some JAARS Days Work at the “Night at the Alphabet Museum” program Open, operate, and close museums upon request Represent museums at school, church, and community events Collaborate in updating exhibits and in planning, designing, and constructing new exhibits Assist with museum collections inventories and management Perform annual museum gift shop inventory Account for monies collected and report all sales and donations Order supplies and perform other duties as assigned Participate in all JAARS internal events and attend Tuesday Center Meetings Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Education and Experience   Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, History, Museum Studies, Linguistics, Missions, Education, or related field Able to communicate well, both in written and oral forms of English Good computer and Microsoft Office, Open-source and/or Google Drive skills Demonstrated skills in leadership and teamwork Personable and enjoys people A self-starter, flexible, and able to work independently Previous cross-cultural experience or knowledge of another language helpful but not required JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners.  We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.  JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training.  JAARS Core Values   Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation

Accounting Fellow  JAARS Fellows is an 11-month, merit-based, professional opportunity that provides entry into a first career position, cultivates emerging leaders, and unleashes the world of missions. Fellows join JAARS staff in key positions to make Bible translation and life transformation possible. Develop Spiritually, Professionally, and Personally Receive input from a professional in your field and a spiritual and personal coach. Attend the Intercultural Communications Course . Learn how to further your interpersonal skills, understand differing worldviews, and deepen your relationship with God. Dive into Perspectives and explore God’s global purpose. Enjoy life skills training: everything from learning to drive a manual car to budgeting. Discover Waxhaw, Charlotte, and the surrounding areas with your JAARS Fellows community. The Accounting Fellow will be a vital part of the Finance/Accounting team, participating in the daily operations and large projects of the department. He or she will become familiar with not-for-profit accounting, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system conversion, and accounting procedures and best practices.   Job Responsibilities Prepare financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends Collaborate as part of the ERP implementation team with migration to a new financial system. This will include performing system testing and writing procedures and documentation for the new system Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents Assist the CFO with special projects Other job-related duties as assigned by your manager   Job Requirements A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal spiritual growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embraces the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS Excellent organization and communication skills Flexible and team-oriented Proactive Willingness to learn and grow Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience   Fellows Program Requirements Value global ministry At least 18 years old Learner attitude Collaborative   Preferred Working experience with Google suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms, etc.) and Microsoft Office (Excel) Majors including: Finance, Accounting, and Financial Technology   Please review the further information about JAARS Fellows on the website which will be linked after you click "External Application". The application is a link at the bottom of the webpage. More information on the Fellowship is available at www.jaars.org/fellows .