Christian Missionary Field Developer
Is your heart for missions? Has God called you to share His light with the world? We’re looking for someone who has a desire to work cross-culturally in various countries to be our next Field Developer. At CRI, we work through local leaders (our “International Missionary Partners” or “IMPs”) who bring physical help and spiritual hope to the needy around them. Our partners around the globe need support to bridge the gap from their country to ours. You could be that bridge. We need you to work closely with our IMPs—both in the US and their home countries—to build the programs they dream of and strengthen their connection to our home office in Texas. With your help, our IMPs will thrive in sharing the light of Christ with the poor in their communities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Build and maintain relationships with our International Missionary Partners;
- Gain a high level of understanding about the culture, language, history, etc. of the region in which specific IMPs live and work;
- Advocate for IMPs’ interests and needs;
- Work closely with IMPs to monitor and meet project, program, and ministry goals established by CRI leadership;
- Participate in vision-casting, planning, execution, and evaluation of CRI projects and programs;
- Travel to project sites as needed and participate in the planning and management of short-term teams serving with IMPs on the field;
- Assist CRI leadership in ensuring proper financial accounting and monthly reporting of all funds;
- Coordinate with IMPs and CRI Home Office to fundraise as well as communicate with donors;
- All other duties assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong faith in Christ
- Bachelor’s degree-level of education or higher
- Experience working or serving overseas helpful
- Enjoys learning about and experiencing other cultures
- Flexible and adaptable, able to work with a diverse team
- Self-motivated and able to solve problems with initiative
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
- Able to meet deadlines
- Receptive to correction and instruction, unafraid to ask questions
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Agreement with CRI’s Statement of Faith
- Adheres to and acts in line with CRI’s values
SALARY:
Every staff member at CRI raises support for their salary. This position does not offer a traditional, paid salary. We will provide support-raising training, and give you a support coach to walk you through every step of the process.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP!
Think you have the skills to join us in sharing Christ’s light in Word and deed? Submit an application. We’d love to hear from you.