The Engedi Local Assistant will support the implementation of local missions at Engedi by supporting, leading and encouraging the church in its effort to be a community of people who live missionally in the local context.
Skills and Qualifications
Deeply committed follower of Jesus
Affirms Engedi’s core beliefs, mission, values and life practices by word and example
Effective administrative skills – including the ability to set goals, facilitate advance planning and effectively manage ministry and personal schedules
Is detail-oriented and accurate with data entry
Strong communication and writing skills
Gift of leadership and desire to develop leaders
Ability to recruit, develop and communicate with volunteers
Team player – humble, willing to defer to others, supportive of other Engedi ministries
Is a partner of Engedi or is willing to become one upon joining staff
Tithes
Is in a CABLE (small) group or is willing to become a part of one upon joining staff
Passionate about caring for the poor and vulnerable
Aligns with Engedi’s vision to connect with people of varying ethnic and economic backgrounds
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinate and communicate serving opportunities with local partners and volunteers
Provide support to local missional life events
Assist in planning and coordinating both recurring and one time local serving opportunities (i.e. Gleaners, City Serve, Tread, Love Your City Saturday, Hand2Hand, etc)
Generate reports and manage database of local volunteers
Work with Local Pastor to recruit and train volunteer leaders
Assist with scheduling and execution of church-wide communications
Network with partner organizations and curate existing community resources that support the care needs of Engedi church and the local community.
Assist in developing and executing Local social media strategies.
Other Responsibilities
Participate in all monthly staff meetings (2nd Monday of the month)
Participate in all staff prayer meetings (every Monday)
Participate in all Worship Nights
Attend staff retreats (twice annually, one of which is overnight)
Other Details
Part-time, 15 hours/week position including vacation and personal days, cell phone reimbursement, subsidized onsite daycare at Holland Campus, and matching 403b contributions
