Share Email Opening Title National Coordinator-Proyecto Encuentros de Gracia y Bienvenida (PT-25 hours/wk) Close Date: 2/25/19  Ministry Team Health and Wholeness Advocacy   Reports To Executive, Office for Health and Wholeness Advocacy   FLSA Status   Salary Grade 8   Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time   Category National and Global Ministries, Cleveland, Ohio   Starting Salary   Description GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Coordinator will be responsible to coordinate the implementation of Proyecto Encuentros de Gracia y Bienvenida (Proyecto) in the United Church of Christ. Proyecto Encuentros de Gracia y Bienvenida is a grant funded project that advances Open and Affirming (ONA) ministries in the United Church of Christ among predominantly Latinx churches and congregations with Latinx members or outreach. It engages scholars, pastors, and leaders to develop intersectional resources and implement effective strategies to grow the ministry's network and partners. Funding for this position is currently secured through the end of 2020. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Strengthen and grow Proyecto's new and existing network, relationships and partners. Convene an advisory/working group of Spanish language writers and editors for consulting on the implementation and evaluation of the goals, objectives and deliverables of the project. With the Proyecto Advisory/Working Group, coordinate the conceptualization, preparation and dissemination of materials to interpret and promote the Proyecto Encuentros goals and objectives to UCC Conferences, Local Churches and other settings. Develop and disseminate Proyecto's bilingual toolkit within and beyond the United Church of Christ (UCC), and provide and coordinate training opportunities for facilitators of the toolkit, including training of trainers. Develop, coordinate and maintain Proyecto Encuentro's web pages on ucc.org and presence on social media, including Facebook and Twitter. Create awareness of Proyecto and work collaboratively with National and Global Ministries teams. Build relationships and explore and engage opportunities for collaboration with UCC settings and related institutions beyond the national offices (e.g. Conferences, Seminaries, Center for Progressive Renewal, etc.). Provide assistance in the development and implementation of advocacy strategies that support intersectional open and affirming values in public policy. Coordinate the administration and maintenance of the database of leaders, trainers, and facilitators, as well as UCC persons, local churches, organizations and other settings which are interested in, in support of, or have participated with Proyecto. Contribute to the effectiveness of Proyecto by fostering a spirit of cooperation in the Proyecto Advisory/Working Group and other collegial partnership relationships, and by accomplishing assigned tasks. Develop and maintain professional and courteous relationships with colleagues, national staff, directors, partners, and other constituents; serve as a positive role model by exemplifying values which are consistent with the United Church of Christ. Other responsibilities as assigned.   Position Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform successfully in this position. Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience required; Graduate degree in theology, social work, and/or human sexuality education preferred. Commitment to and theological understanding of mission in its broad range of concerns; ability to articulate and witness to one’s faith perspective. Understanding of the polity and structures of the United Church of Christ. Familiarity with faith-based and community organizations that address concerns of social policy affecting persons from diverse racial and ethnic communities. Ability to interpret sensitive and often controversial material to persons who have diverse personal, biblical, and theological understandings and perspectives. Desire and sensitivity to work in diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious settings with commitment to pluralism in the workplace as well as in one’s understanding of mission. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially as well as independently. Demonstrated written and oral English language skills, including ability to conceptualize and develop print resources. Public speaking skills desirable. Fluent in Spanish language (verbal and written) Ability to travel as necessary. 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 Setting, is a Multicultural, Multiracial, Open and Affirming, Accessible to All, Equal Opportunity Employer.   Comprehensive Benefits Package Employer paid health insurance   Application Deadline February 25, 2019   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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