Dec 30, 2018
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 have a permit to work in the US
Responsibilities
Receive specific assignments from editor and/or find stories about the impact of JAARS
Prepare copy using many styles of writing
Conduct research and make notes to retain ideas, develop accurate content, and obtain authentic detail
Organize material and plan arrangement or outline
Develop factors such as theme, plot, order, characterization, and storyline
Write drafts, review, revise, and correct before submitting to Senior Editor for publication
Assist other writers by editing and sharing ideas on drafts and projects
Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your 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 Desired
Excellent creative writing talent and editing skills
College degree or equivalent in relevant field
Writer with at least one year of work experience
Must provide three writing samples that match the type of writing we need, as outlined above
Proficiency in Microsoft Word (including Review features) and G Suite (including Google Docs)
Familiar with Chicago Manual of Style
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
JAARS, Inc.
Waxhaw, North Carolina, USA
Part time