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Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        0.500 Position Summary          As a member of the Guest Services team, the receptionist is responsible for providing a warm welcome to visitors, directing guests and staff, and helping individuals connect with the right person or department. Position Responsibilities             Welcome guests and staff in a pleasant and friendly manner Help individuals know where to find the person/help they need Pursue answers to questions for guests and staff Respond to inquiries in an efficient and timely manner Maintain security by following procedures and issuing visitor badges Answer the phone in a professional and courteous manner   Position Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Warm and personable conversationalist with the ability to build relationships Comfortable meeting people Takes initiative Ability to multitask Competent computer user...

Target Staff Type    Supported Work Location    JAARS Waxhaw or Remote FTE    0.500 Position Summary The Engagement Coordinator will seek to promote Refuge 139 trips through various avenues. These trips provide tailor made VBS-style programs for missionary kids (MKs) living overseas while their parents are in important meetings.  Position Responsibilities ·         Promote Refuge 139 in local churches. ·         Maintain the JAARS Refuge 139 website, and interface with service provider for stability and security. ·         Maintain applications and associated forms, reports, and sheets. ·         Keep the Refuge 139 name on the Wycliffe USA website and in Wycliffe USA publications. ·         Maintain the Refuge 139 prayer updates, newsletter, and Facebook account. ·         Maintain flyers and other promotional materials. ·         Maintain and categorize all Refuge 139 pictures and videos. ·         Act as a backup for child safety. Position...

Writer Do you enjoy writing true stories? Are you able to tell a story in many different ways and formats? Would you like to motivate others to help make Bible translation possible , even in the most remote places on earth? Our writing team tells the exciting and varied story of JAARS through blog posts, web pages, social media, print publications, letters, brochures, flyers, and more. As part of the team, you’ll get to hear how God is working all over the world—and then get creative about sharing those stories with others. Your work schedule may be flexible, depending on workflow and turnaround time. Make an impact in people’s lives as you communicate the life-changing work of giving people God’s Word. Brief Description Write engaging stories and promotional materials in a variety of formats that share how JAARS works to support Bible translation. For a full-time volunteer or a non-paid, staff person who raises support Available at least 10 hours a week Must...

Target Staff Type     Supported/Volunteer Work Location     JAARS Waxhaw FTE     0.500 Position Summary The staffing specialist is responsible for working to fill JAARS departmental position needs with qualified staff. Position Responsibilities • Engage skilled inquirers to fill open positions across the campus • Respond to requests for information about serving as a volunteer • Interview prospective staff (volunteer, paid, or supported) • Evaluate applicants for suitability and job possibilities • Check references • Refer to the current JAARS vacancies, but also consult with department heads concerning staffing needs • Look for ways to advertise the need for staff • Assist with new staff on-boarding • Evaluate successes and failures in the program and seek ways to improve it Position 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...

Just as the apostle Paul communicated with early Christian supporters, JAARS needs people to help communicate with our financial partners.  Are you a great communicator? On the phone, in writing, and in person? Do you view raising funds as an opportunity for others to participate in God's work? And are you able to communicate your passion for the foundational mission of Bible translation? If you answered YES, let’s explore the position of Partner Relations Representative. For full-time or part-time volunteer or staff person who raises support Able to work in the US Description The people in this role build relationships with partners who invest in the mission of JAARS and—through JAARS—in Bible translation work around the world. You will communicate our appreciation to JAARS donors, help them understand the impact of their commitment, and offer them new opportunities to financially support JAARS and our global partners in mission.   Responsibilities Build...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        0.200 Position Summary          JAARS Health Services exists to serve US-based and furloughing missionaries and staff with a variety of medical services as God provides the needed health care professionals. JAARS makes Bible translation and language development possible especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. Be part of the team that provides health care services to our patients. For 8 or more hours, for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support.  Position Responsibilities            Document and report symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions Record patients’ medical information and vital signs Prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments Respond to inquiries, concerns and complaints from patients and their parents or guardians Track and maintain medical supply inventory, along with other staff members Provide...

Do you have a flair for expressing the strength and impact of your vision in words? Do you want to impact lives for eternity using your skills? Use that ability to write grants expressing the significance of JAARS ministry through your articulate writing. Support the Partnership Ministries Director by writing grant proposals, proofing, and researching. You will help make Bible translation and language development possible, in the most remote and difficult places on earth! Brief Description Research, write, apply for and maintain records of grant proposals. This is a 0.5 FTE (20 hrs.) position for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in the US Responsibilities Generate proposals and grant applications with supporting documents Follow foundation's guidelines for each proposal Write creative solutions by translating concepts and information into images Keep calendar updated with deadline dates Maintain records to...