Full-Time Grant Program Manager at Thrive (Grand Rapids, MI / Hybrid)

PURPOSE:

The Thrive Grant Program Manager will manage the scaling activities of the grant. This position will support building systems and processes to sustain the activities beyond the life of the grant. In collaboration with the project director, the program manager will monitor the project for adherence to timelines and grant requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

1. Coordinate the implementation and facilitation of Thriving Essentials in 100 congregations
2. Manage the expansion of the Essentials suite to include additional resources for lay leaders.
3. Coordinate the facilitation of the mission discovery and vision clarity process with all congregations.
4. Coordinate on-ramp strategies, such as listening and learning gatherings, topical Zoom gatherings, and pastor peer groups, to cultivate readiness for deeper learning.
5. Support the launch of 30 new Thriving Practices cohorts over the grant period, including the application process, administration of grants, and evaluation.
6. Facilitate collaboration with other CRCNA ministries including  Resonate Global Mission, Diaconal Ministries, and World Renew, ensuring sustainability and localized support
7. Lead the coordination of upgrading the Connections Database with IT to track congregational readiness and renewal journeys.
8. Support the development of a network of coaches, including facilitator training and deployment.
9. Ensure participating denominational ministries report both quantitative and qualitative feedback for Thrive’s annual reporting to the Lilly Endowment, Inc.
10. Assist in the quarterly tracking and collection of quantitative markers to gauge program progress against set metrics and help prepare reports
11. Collaborate with communications staff to utilize the CRCNA's infrastructure to share project learnings and success stories through various channels
12. Track and process project expenses in keeping with grant requirements and CRCNA procedures
13. Coordinate travel logistics for project staff.
14. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Equip Team Lead.

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. Proven ability to plan, manage, and implement operational improvements and solutions for greater efficiency, simplicity, and productivity.
3. Demonstrated administrative, organizational, and management skills, with a goal and task-oriented approach and proven ability to self-challenge and time-manage.
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with highly developed interpersonal communication skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to collaborate, actively listen, and engage others, with experience working in a collaborative environment. Adept at building community, both virtually and in person.
6. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education required in a related field.
2. Significant experience within the CRCNA is preferred.
3. Demonstrated expertise in project management, financial oversight, budgeting, planning, and improving systems and operations
4. Demonstrated experience working with faith communities preferred

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. This includes the ability to communicate easily via phone and teleconferencing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

Occasional travel within North America for team gatherings, workshops, and direct interaction with constituents is required. The position allows for work from the Grand Rapids, Michigan, office.