Ministry Relations Manager

Duties:Under the supervision of the Area Director support the overall objectives of Joni and Friends U.S. Ministries department. Perform duties and responsibilities including, but not limited to:Ministry DevelopmentEstablish and grow networks of local church disability ministry leaders for the purpose of training, encouragement, and collaboration Create partnerships with like-minded individuals and organizationsCommunicate with and educate partners of JAF regarding available resourcesGuide collaborative programing between JAF and partnerships Maintain a database of churches, like-minded organizations, disability service providers, and Ministry Relations events and activities using SalesforceVolunteer Recruitment and TrainingRecruit and provide opportunities for church and partnership volunteers to serve on our Area Teams and the local JAF officeEquip volunteers through appropriate training programsDonor DevelopmentAssist in cultivating donors through relationship building and communication of JAF vision and mission Share opportunities to financially support JAF with churches, donors, and stakeholdersIncrease church involvement in JAF Programs: Retreats and Getaways, Wheels for the World, Family Plus, and internships Other duties and projects assigned by the Supervisor to support department and organizational needsQualifications:Must possess a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ and agree with the Joni and Friends statement of faithDesire to serve in a growing and dynamic Christian service ministry3+ years of recruiting, networking, sales, or other related experience requiredA Bachelors degree is preferredMust be able to travel and work evenings and weekends as neededDisability experience preferredExcellent communication and presentation skills Highly relational and strategic in approach to networking and promoting the ministry programs and services to the local community, churches, and other organizations or government agencies Must be able to work effectively with JAF service departments to leverage partnerships for ministry successMust have good working knowledge of the role of the church, church operations and denominations. Must have the ability to work with and be sensitive to the variety of church doctrinal and cultural distinctives Must be a self-starter who is deliberate, assertive, relational, goal-oriented and a problem solverStrong general computer skills are necessary along with a competent, working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and the InternetCompensation: $60,000 - $66,000 per year. Prior to applying for any position with Joni and Friends, all applicants must review our

Created: 2025-11-01