Operations and Project Manager, Mission Engagement
Operations and Project Manager, Mission Engagement
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$ 66955 - 87043
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Overview
Overview:
GBGM:
The General Board of Global Ministries is the worldwide mission relief and development agency of The United Methodist Church working with partners and churches in more than 115 countries to equip and transform people and places for Gods mission. Global Ministries connects the church in mission through the sending of missionaries evangelism and church revitalization disaster response and recovery led by the United Methodist Committee on Relief and global health.
HEM:
As stewards of the educational mission and intellectual life of The United Methodist Church the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) connects the church and the academy and devel-ops transformational leaders for the ministry of the church. Elders deacons and licensed local pastors benefit from our training and candidacy programs. Young adults find help in clarifying their vocation and Gods call on their lives through our leadership and discernment programs. GBHEM also supports and connects networks of more than 1000 United Methodist and Methodist-related schools colleges and universities around the world.
About the Role:
The Operations and Project Manager for the Mission Engagement unit at Global Ministries supports the Executive Director in leading the planning execution and delivery of strategic programs and projects across the unit. This role ensures operational efficiency cross-functional coordination and timely execution of initiatives by managing resources timelines and stakeholder communications. Working with a high degree of confidentiality and discretion the incumbent develops and maintains operational procedures navigates organizational systems and facilitates communication with internal staff agency partners and external stakeholders to advance the units mission and strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Partner with the Executive Director on activities related to leading the planning execution and monitoring of multiple programs and operational projects simultaneously to improve efficiencies in areas of processes and systems planning reporting and team performance.
- Develop detailed project plans timelines and resource allocations.
- Track progress against milestones and deliverables adjusting plans as needed to meet objectives.
- Facilitate regular project status meetings and provide updates to the manager and unit staff.
Operational Oversight
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Plan coordinate and execute logistics for a variety of meetings training and events including virtual and in-person.
- Manage and coordinate travel support budget and expenditure support to ensure cost-effective delivery and timely vendor payments
- Prepare agendas and minutes in partnership with staff partners and other stakeholders.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure alignment of program goals with unit objectives as the primary agency administrator for employee health and welfare benefits.
Administrative Support to Executive Director and unit staff (includes but not limited to):
- Maintaining comprehensive documentation of project plans decisions and outcomes.
- Preparing and present programming dashboards reports and executive summaries.
- Serves as a liaison for the Executive Director by fielding prioritizing and responding to internal and external communications (including incoming emails and inquiries) ensuring timely and appropriate communication
- Ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Reviewing program and project budgets regularly to monitor spending against targets.
- Calendar management for Executive Director and unit. Coordinate annual open enrollment led by GCFA but tailored to strengthen benefits communications and employee education for the agencies eligible staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Five years of experience in project and people management with a strong background working across global and cross-functional teams.
- Experience working for the United Methodist Church is a significant plus.
- Strong understanding of political social and religious dynamics affecting nonprofit or mission driven organizations. Experience with the global church context is preferable.
- Experience working with third-party vendors for benefits and leave management.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. MS Projects Smartsheet or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions:
- Location: Remote U.S.
- Hours: 37. 5 hours weekly (Monday - Friday; flexible start and stop time between 7:00am - 7:00pm)
- May require work outside of standard business hours (including weekends) particularly during the units peak/busy season.
- Sedentary office/computer/keyboarding/meeting work for extended periods of time.
- Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry items such as computer equipment which may weigh up to 50 pounds.
- Travel within the US and internationally as required for meetings training or business events.
- Department: Mission Engagement
- Full-Time Exempt
- Salary Range: $66955 - $87043
What We Offer and How to Apply:
- A competitive benefits package including medical dental vision retirement plan HSA/FSA and other health and welfare benefits.
- How to Apply: Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter resume along with a digitally signed employment application through the applicant portal. Applications must highlight competencies against requirements potential start date and provide at least three references (2 supervisory references and 1 professional reference).
We are looking to fill the position as soon as possible so dont wait to apply!
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Global Ministries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages applications from minorities women and individuals with disabilities. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements in terms of qualifications. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered unless specifically stated otherwise. All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully completing background reference and other applicable check
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