Full-Time Administrative Coordinator at Thrive Canada (Fixed Term, 18 months)

PURPOSE/OVERVIEW: To provide administrative coordination for Thrive as it supports congregations and local ministry leaders. This role is designed to fill a Maternity Leave vacancy for a fixed term of 18 months.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

1. Administer event logistics and collaborate with staff in planning and execution of events, training, meetings, travel, etc. including researching and recommending event venues.
2. Communicate and foster relationships with pastors, ministry leaders, and congregations. 
3. Prepare/assist in the preparation of presentations and reports.
4. Prepare and process invoices, check requests, and expense reports.
5. Provide administrative assistance to Thrive staff.
6. Fulfill additional responsibilities as may be assigned by Team Leader - Operations.
7. Provide administrative support to the directors of Thrive.
8. Assist with maintaining the director's calendars, email correspondence, travel, call screening, meeting scheduling, and logistics.
9. Assist in the preparation of reports for boards, Synod, and various committees. Communicate with others on behalf of the director, as requested.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

None.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

1. Able to support the mission, vision, and values of the CRCNA.
2. Advanced verbal and written communication skills 
3. Excellent interpersonal skills.
4. Excellent event planning skills.
5. Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures is preferred. 
6. Demonstrated intermediate proficiency in commonly used computer applications.
7. Demonstrated maturity and ability to perform well under stress.
8. Proven ability to be self-motivated, work independently with minimal direction and collaboratively within a team environment.
9. Proven ability to plan and organize tasks and responsibilities including multitasking, setting priorities and deadlines, etc., and very attentive to detail.
10. Ability and willingness to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and external contacts.
11. Possess a commitment to Christ and the mission of the church, with an understanding of church structure preferred. 
12. Possess a deserved reputation for integrity and trust.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate degree/some college work required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Considerable experience in administrative/project coordination is required. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.