Full-Time Global Cohort Associate at Resonate Global Mission (Hungary)

PURPOSE

The Global Cohort Associate will assist in facilitating the Resonate Global Mission Cohort program and support its network of alumni. The primary responsibilities of this position include communications, program management, and mentoring. The Global Cohort Associate will be tasked with effectively conveying the nature and value of Resonate Global Mission's ministries, vision, and values to the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA) and beyond. Additionally, this role will involve participating in fundraising efforts for missionary support and relevant projects.

This position is located in Hungary and is a full-time role at 30 hours per week with a duration of 1 year.

The posting will remain open until filled.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following

1. Support the Cohort Europe director in organizing and attending regular meetings and intensives, as well as managing and evaluating the program.
2. Assist Cohort directors from all regional programs in developing a coherent, unified global alumni network that offers ongoing educational and faith development opportunities for participants beyond their one-year involvement in the programs.
3. Develop and expand virtual and in-person opportunities for Cohort program alumni to continue to grow in faith, cultural competence, and understanding.
4. Advertise Resonate Cohort programs on Resonate Global Mission social media platforms to invite young leaders to join Cohort globally.
5. Enhance and develop new and effective recruitment strategies for broad global applicant pools. 
6. Mentor current participants in the Europe Cohort and grow Cohort partnerships.
7. Help deepen the mission to raise a new generation of leaders who humbly serve our communities.

Service to North America

• Participate in support-raising (e.g., prayer, care, and financial support) for Resonate Global Mission’s ministries by developing and maintaining a network of supporting churches and individuals in North America.
• Educate the CRCNA and others about the nature of the global church and its mission, encouraging them to develop a deeper passion and involvement in global missions.
• Provide the CRCNA with insight and resources for ministry among minority groups living in North America.
• Communicate the nature and impact of Resonate Global Mission’s ministries to the CRCNA and others through written communications and preaching/speaking engagements

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None 

QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Professing membership in a Christian Reformed congregation, or of a church in communion with the CRCNA, and agreement with the doctrine of the church signified by signing a covenant statement.
2. Intermediate experience in developing support networks and fundraising initiatives.  
3. Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment, accommodating diverse perspectives.  
4. Demonstrated intermediate proficiency in commonly used computer applications.  
5. Capable of planning and organizing tasks and responsibilities, including multitasking, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.  
6. Basic experience in communicating ideas to a diverse group of ministry supporters and participants.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE  

1. Bachelor's degree in theology, business, communications, or related field is required.
2. Advanced experience in program management and development is required.
3. Experience with young adults in cross-cultural young adult Christian ministry is an asset.

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 the essential functions. 

• Significant travel and walking with urban navigation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

• Located in a designated country in Europe.
• Regular travel throughout Europe and North America.

***Position Stages****

The successful candidate for this position will start as a Missionary in Training before fully transitioning to the Career Missionary role. 

Stage #1 Missionary in Training:

The purpose of this position is to prepare for international service. In this role, the employee will develop language and cultural skills, ministry expertise, and build a network of relationships for prayer, care, and financial support in North America that will enable future ministry. One can expect to remain in this stage for 6 to 18 months, depending on how quickly the support network comes together and their prior background and experience. Typically, this position is a full-time role. The pay range for this position is based on the US or Canadian domestic pay scale.

Stage #2 Career Missionary:

When the missionary is ready to completely assume the duties in their job description, they transition to the Career Missionary role, which is located in their country of service. This position is full-time. The pay range is based on the US or Canadian international pay scale.