61 jobs found

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw or Remote FTE        0.200 Position Summary          The Grant Writer provides support to the Key Relationship Management Program (major donors) within Partnership Ministries to develop well researched, creative and effective messaging in the proposal process for grant and foundation funding. The grant writer will provide clarity and guidance throughout the cycle working in partnership with the Director of Partnership Ministries; to greatly increase the effectiveness of the proposal messaging and follow-up and thus JAARS’ prospects of grant proposal selection. Position Responsibilities              Collaborate with the Partnership Ministries Director to research, identify, study and analyze grant requirements to engage with JAARS grant needs; maximize JAARS prospects of acquiring the grant Take initiative to research prospective grant and foundation opportunities Act as the authoritative...

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        0.200 Position Summary          We serve those who serve on the JAARS campus, as well as providing medical support to those overseas. As a community service, we also offer immunizations for church teams going abroad. JAARS makes Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. Come be part of the team providing health care services to patients under the oversight of our physician. For a 0.2 to 1.0 FTE (8–40 hrs.) volunteer or a staff person who raises support Position Responsibilities             Perform patient medical exams Gather the patient’s health history and report on results of physical exam Order or perform relevant tests, analyses and X-rays Diagnose and treat medical diseases, infections, conditions Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, suturing and wound care; manage...

Target Staff Type             Supported/Volunteer Work Location   JAARS Waxhaw FTE         1.000 Position Summary           The Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator will assist and advise the Director of Safety and Security in the creation and maintenance of general safety standards, policies, and procedures for JAARS. He or she will have the challenge of defining and coordinating Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards for a diverse group of personnel working in aviation, construction, shipping and receiving, auto repair, land transportation, and administration.  Position Responsibilities              Develop, document, and maintain organizational safety standards and training in coordination with affected departments and safety personnel Keep JAARS current on environmental health and safety regulations Communicate standards to Department Safety Coordinators Administer training and updates to staff, maintain training records, and manage new...

Overview The primary work of the Director of Communications is engaging our congregation and community with the image, mission and news of Westminster Presbyterian Church (WPC).  Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Designing and implementing a strategy for the most effective and efficient ways to communicate with our membership and with the community around us (website, social media, newsletter, email, etc.). This includes both print and electronic media. Design and maintenance of the WPC website Engaging the congregation and community through information and inspiration on social media (e.g., Facebook, Twitter) Promoting opportunities for WPC to be a visible witness in the community Producing promotional material (posters, ads, etc.) for church ministries.   Hours 20 hours/week - Some flexibility for working remotely   Compensation Within a range determined by experience and qualifications....

Target Staff Type            Paid Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw, NC FTE        1.000 Position Summary          The Communications Coordinator will perform routine-to-complex communications duties, assignments and projects for the division and its team staff. The successful candidate will actively demonstrate initiative and innovation in implementing communication practices that promote a culture of openness and transparency. Position Responsibilities             Deliver a variety of communications activities that include project meeting note taking, recording minutes in meetings, documentation management, business writing and presentation development and ensure that all are reflective of the division’s objectives Handle complex calendar management and scheduling of division events, team meetings and individual meetings with division leadership, team members, internal partners and external stakeholders Act as primary point of contact for inbound and outbound...

Target Staff Type    Supported/Volunteer Work Location    JAARS Waxhaw or Remote FTE    1.000 Position Summary While working with the Information Technology Business Analyst Manager, this role analyzes, designs, develops, tests, implements, and tracks the overall business strategy that integrates key internal end users' crucial business needs with new ERP technologies, and forecasts future requirements of JAARS to maximize systems scalability and enterprise trust.   Position Responsibilities Significantly and measurably improve internal end users’ operational excellence, performance, and productivity through maximizing and optimizing the NetSuite and Salesforce ERP platform’s capabilities and scale. Build foundational to advanced ERP architecture and act as the resource expert on large-scale automated guidance, recommendations, enhancements, and continuous quality improvements. Analyze and develop authoritative operational knowledge of the internal end users'...

Target Staff Type    Supported/Volunteer Work Location    JAARS Waxhaw FTE    1.000 Position Summary The Technology Coach as part of the Service Desk team, supports the JAARS campus providing consulting/training in business solutions for individuals & departments.    Position Responsibilities First line of contact providing users individuals & departments consulting/training in business solutions Serves as a key person in our Paper to Digital effort Works primarily with non-enterprise systems but may be assigned larger projects as well Promotes collaboration and helps develop a standard set of technology tools Keeps informed about, and tests new technology tools Serves as a subject matter expert with multiple tools Learns about the many services JAARS offers 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 Embrace...

Target Staff Type    Supported/Volunteer Work Location    JAARS Waxhaw FTE    1.000 Position Summary The Inventory Manager oversees inventory levels throughout the JAARS organization. The person in this role will lead the activities and tasks that satisfy inventory needs and business requirements. As a subject matter resource, this position will assess, analyze, design, develop, and assist in the implementation of new inventory processes, policies, workflows, and change practice activities within the NetSuite System to continuously improve cost effectiveness, reliability, and quality of the overall Materials Management team.Special focus on performing vendor auditing activities responsible for the overall quality assurance of vendors and suppliers. While reporting to the Director of Purchasing, this role will closely collaborate with the 5 area-specific inventory managers for best practice implementation and streamlined processes.    Position Responsibilities...

Target Staff Type    Supported/Volunteer Work Location    JAARS Waxhaw FTE    0.500 Position Summary Greet and welcome visitors and staff and provide general administrative support for the Aviation department. This is a 20 to 40 hour per week position for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support.   Position Responsibilities Ensure that visitors and callers to the Aviation department are greeted and directed to the appropriate person Track personnel “In & Out of Office” in order to take messages for absent personnel Provide administrative support as requested Monitor the coffee stations to keep them replenished 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 Embrace the   vision, mission, and core values of JAARS Excellent organization and communication skills with all levels of staff; a flexible,...

Target Staff Type    Supported/Volunteer Work Location    JAARS Waxhaw FTE    1.000 Position Summary While reporting to the Director of Information Technology, the Administrative Assistant will perform routine to complex duties, assignments, projects and communication for the department’s team, related to administrative and department operations. The successful candidate will actively demonstrate initiative and innovation in implementing administrative practices that prove effectiveness, quality and excellence on a daily basis. Acting in a supportive role to perform as requested by department staff. The role will gain and apply depth knowledge of current and new departments' systems, applications, record keeping, filing practices and activities, including key coming projects and meetings. Position Responsibilities Administer complex calendar management and scheduling of meetings and individual meetings with department IT leadership, team members, internal...

Participating in the JAARS Missions At The Airport (MATA) program, you will be a vital part of a missions awareness team, flying to public events and demonstrating how helicopters are used on the mission field. See that child’s face light up, when for the first time, they experience defying gravity. Brief Description Work with a team of pilots and ground staff to conduct public missions aviation awareness events, giving rides and performing helicopter demonstrations. For a volunteer or a non-paid, career staff who raises support Must be a US citizen or green card holder Responsibilities Participate in Missions At The Airport planning Conduct routine helicopter flights to and from Missions At The Airport events Operate aircraft in accordance with JAARS standards and policies Depending on qualifications, may conduct aircraft maintenance Engage with the public representing JAARS through one on one contacts as well as public speaking events Demonstrate a...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        0.300      Position Summary          Be part of the Health Clinic team that serves furloughing and stateside missionaries. You will perform approved laboratory procedures to provide data for use in treatment and diagnosis of disease. Be part of making Bible translation possible around the globe.   Position Responsibilities             Maintain proper BBP precautions, including wearing protective clothing and eye wear Follow laboratory quality control policies Maintain patient dignity, comfort and confidentiality while providing positive, warm and friendly customer service Collect and process specimens Perform diagnostic testing to provide accurate and reliable results; report results to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients Maintain documentation of all tests performed Order, receive and distribute laboratory supplies Perform administrative duties...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        0.500  Multiple positions for 20–40 hours per week position. Position Summary          Consider being a part of our maintenance team caring for the facilities and equipment at JAARS—so we can help make Bible translation and language development possible.   For a volunteer or a staff person who raises support.   Position Responsibilities             Perform basic tasks and preventative maintenance Apply basic fixes and repairs to machines, equipment, systems, and structures Conduct routine inspections and troubleshoot equipment and systems Check electrical wiring to identify issues Collaborate with workers and other professionals on projects Report issues found to the maintenance manager Complete and record job tickets daily Be reliable, with a keen eye for detail Position Requirements A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your...

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...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        1.000 Position Summary          Would you like to make an eternal impact with your work as a plumber? JAARS makes Bible translation and language development possible in the most remote and difficult places on earth. The JAARS Center has many miles of well and wastewater pipes to maintain and over 40 commercial and residential buildings. Plumbing jobs are overwhelming for just one plumber and we need more team members to come alongside and help. Could you be the answer to that problem? Consider serving the mission field by serving at JAARS.   For a full-time volunteer or a staff person who raises support.   Position Responsibilities             Repair and maintain plumbing of faucets, drains, and public restrooms in commercial and residential buildings Provide maintenance on four inch water mains, irrigation, non-potable water supply system, and gravity feed sewer...

JAARS is looking for a Senior Editor who can effectively lead our team of writers in creating compelling content to share the story of JAARS—and motivate others to join in this important ministry. Do you have a strong background in nonprofit communications or storytelling? Do you like to strategize, plan, and organize? Are you an effective editor and coach? If so, consider this role, where you could make an eternal difference! Brief Description Lead the editorial team in creating compelling content for a variety of print and digital channels. For a full-time volunteer or a non-paid, staff person who raises support Must have a permit to work in the US Responsibilities Lead a team of writers and editors in creating compelling content for a variety of applications, including our website, social media, email newsletters, and print publications Refine and manage an editorial style guide, ensuring consistency in JAARS communications Manage the editorial calendar...

Target Staff Type            Supported/Volunteer Work Location  JAARS Waxhaw FTE        1.000 Position Summary          Help others gain a vision for missions and become further engaged with JAARS through managing the logistical, project, and program details required for a successful week of service. The position will use your relational and organizational strengths as you work with a wide variety of people and departments, managing the fluid nuances of hosting a new team of people each week. Position Responsibilities             There is no typical day in the life of the Mission Teams Manager, however a typical week may include: Direct, serve, and support arriving teams, tending to needs throughout the week Respond to inquiries and process new applications Coordinate team housing and project arrangements for scheduled teams Participate with team at Facilities devotion Monday and Friday Work with team host to coordinate two meals, speakers and Friday...

Target Staff Type             Supported/Volunteer Work Location   JAARS Waxhaw FTE         1.000 Position Summary           The Director of Human Resources is responsible for providing leadership for all HR Operations on the JAARS Center. This includes HR workforce planning, recruitment, screening and processing, on-boarding and off-boarding, performance management, policy review and compliance, and staff relations. Position Responsibilities               Design, implement, and measure the effectiveness of HR staffing services on the center Aid in monitoring the effectiveness of current HR processes and propose needed changes and additions Ensure organizational and regulatory HR compliance. Ensure the accuracy of the HR Information System. Handle staff relations matters in accordance with the Staff Handbook. Assist managers in successfully supervising their staff. Manage the HR department budget and staff. Serve on the JAARS Leadership Team Position...