Share Email Opening Title Associate for Global Advocacy and Education, Application Close: August 31, 2017  Ministry Team Global Ministries—Cleveland   Reports To Team Leader, Global Ministries—Cleveland/ Area Executive for the Middle East and Europe   FLSA Status Exempt   Salary Grade 8   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Category National and Global Ministries, Cleveland, Ohio   Starting Salary   Description GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION: To provide advocacy leadership for Global Ministries and to help UCC and Disciples members learn about and advocate on behalf of global justice issues important to local churches, the denomination, partner churches and institutions around the world, in consultation and cooperation with the Partner Relations Team. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop advocacy priorities and public policy positions on global issues important to Global Ministries and its partners around the world, in consultation with the area executives in Cleveland and Indianapolis. Represent Global Ministries in ecumenical and coalitional settings on global advocacy issues, and engage in cooperative advocacy projects, as arranged in consultation with area executives and other denominational staff. Create mission resources on global advocacy issues via the web, print, and other means of communication. Research, write, speak, preach, etc. on advocacy issues as requested. Nurture and maintain collaboration on global issues with denominational colleagues in other ministries, especially UCC Justice and Witness Ministries and DOC justice advocacy programs, particularly for such events as Ecumenical Advocacy Days, etc. Collaborate with the Mission Engagement team on strategies to heighten advocacy awareness and engagement in local churches, conferences, and regions. Nurture and resource advocates on global issues in UCC conferences, Disciples regions, and congregations. Actively seek ways to strengthen the involvement of racial-ethnic churches and leaders in advocacy on important global issues. Attend and present at international advocacy meetings as arranged in consultation with area executives. Coordinate Global Ministries’ accreditation, activities, and presence at the United Nations, including any volunteer or internship engagement with the UN. Manage and attend to administrative duties of position, including budget that supports program (including necessary staff travel), reports, docket material, agendas, minutes, as needed for this work, and follow through in a timely and appropriate manner on correspondence, emails, telephone calls and other matters. Other duties as assigned by the Global Ministries Team Leader (Cleveland) or the Executive Minister.   Position Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform successfully in this position. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field of study or a combination of education and work/life experience. An understanding of and commitment to the total mission of the church and to working ecumenically; knowledge of the mission program and policies of the United Church of Christ and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Knowledge of global issues related to economic, social, and environmental justice. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Basic knowledge of the U.S. Congress, State Department and the United Nations structures. Ability to interact effectively and sensitively with persons from diverse backgrounds and levels of education. Ability to exercise mature judgment and discretion, maintain confidences, organize own workload, set priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively both independently and as part of various teams. Ability and willingness to perform own clerical responsibilities; must be computer literate with working knowledge of email, internet, spreadsheets, word processing systems, and social networking. Ability and willingness to travel domestically and, on occasion, internationally. Familiarity with other church-related and secular groups working on global issues important to Global Ministries, the United Church of Christ, and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Theological training and UCC or Christian Church membership. Living/working overseas experience or other interracial/international experience. This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of the ministry. Since no job description can detail all duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a position, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a position shall also be considered part of the position holder’s responsibility. It is expected that the person who holds this position will conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the policies of the UCC and in a manner that will reflect positively on the organization. All staff are encouraged to nurture safety within the work performed on behalf of the UCC by being attentive to self-care, education, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and the importance of referring those in need to supportive and helpful resources. The United Church of Christ National Ministries is a Multicultural, Multiracial, Open and Affirming, Accessible to All, Equal Opportunity Employer.   Comprehensive Benefits Package Employer paid health, dental, life, and pension benefits   Application Deadline August 31, 2017   About the Organization The United Church of Christ Our faith is 2000 years old. Our thinking is not. We believe in God's Continuing Testament. We believe in Extravagant Welcome We believe the church's mission is to Change Lives   EOE Statement The United Church of Christ National Setting celebrates diversity and an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the broad spectrum of our diverse society. We endeavor to recruit employees from backgrounds that vary by race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, genetic information, past, present or future service in the uniformed services, religion, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local law. We are proud to be a multicultural, multiracial, open and affirming, accessible to all, equal opportunity employer.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://UCC.appone.com

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