Staff Opportunities: Director of Communications
Position Summary:
The Director of Communications develops and oversees the sharing of Joshua Project’s vision, data, people profiles, news and opportunities to a global audience through letters, e-mail campaigns, apps, infographics, social media, videos and Joshua Project’s various websites. The Director of Communications also oversees the communication of Joshua Project news and information to its staff.
Chris Clayman, Joshua Project CEO, describes the Communications Director position.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Creatively communicate Joshua Project’s story and vision to our various audiences around the world through video, graphic, written and digital products.
- Develop and implement annual communications strategies for a global audience.
- Curate resources for various entities (churches, small groups, college ministries, national/regional mission networks, unreached initiatives) that mobilize prayer and work among unreached peoples.
- Oversee the solicitation, compilation and design of quotes and stories of life change and impact through Joshua Project’s work from staff and constituents for communication materials.
- Oversee the promotion of Joshua Project and its products through social media such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
- Develop cross-promotion communications with other like-minded organizations and initiatives.
- Provide graphics and copy as needed for Joshua Project’s websites and partner publications.
- Produce development materials and impact reports.
- Assist with communication to donors and foundations.
- Develop creative marketing strategies to grow Joshua Project’s subscribers and followers.
- Study and implement the latest communication trends among young adults and in key countries of the world.
- Create and manage a Joshua Project branding guide and make sure the organization and its personnel have consistent messaging and branding across all platforms.
- Willing to fund up to 20% of salary through support raising.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Is an experienced graphic designer and comfortable using multiple design software products.
- Has experience leading an organization’s communications and/or marketing efforts.
- Has the ability to develop and oversee an organization’s communication using up-to-date electronic communication platforms.
- Ability to direct overall communication efforts (web, video, audio, print, digital, marketing, social media, etc.)
- Solid written communication and editing skills.
- Cross-cultural communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Understanding of copyright and Creative Commons issues.
- Ability to establish and meet deadlines.
- Ability to handle a wide variety of tasks simultaneously.
- Is effective in managing timelines and project budgets.
- Strong skills in MS Office suite and email management systems.
- Familiar with CSS for web design.
Characteristics and Qualifications:
- Demonstrates a mature walk with God as a follower of Christ, as verified by lifestyle and references.
- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the Bible.
- Evidences God’s calling to play a role in his mission to spread the gospel among all peoples of the world.
- Is a strategic thinker and problem solver.
- Can creatively find cost-effective marketing channels to spread Joshua Project’s vision.
- Has the ability to work closely with a team and can set aside personal interests for what is best for the team.
- Can graciously submit to those in authority.
- Is age twenty-one or older.
- Has a GED, high school diploma, or equivalent outside the United States.
- Is legally able to work in the country of operation.
- Aligns with Joshua Project’s statement on marriage, gender and sexuality.
- Has no credit card debt and all other loans (student, mortgage, etc.) are manageable.
- Shows evidence of good emotional, physical, financial and mental health.
- Demonstrates a healthy relationship with a local evangelical church.
- Agrees with the Lausanne Covenant, World Evangelical Alliance statement of faith and Joshua Project’s core values.
- Demonstrates relational skills to network with partners for raising salary and ministry support.
