Advancement Intern

Wycliffe Bible Translators USA

3d•$20

About The Position

At Wycliffe Bible Translators, your work is more than just a job. As the Advancement Operations Intern, you’ll play a vital role in advancing Wycliffe’s mission by supporting the day-to-day operations of Wycliffe's Advancement department. This position focuses on executing optimization strategies that keep the Advancement team running efficiently and contribute to our overall care of donors. You’ll partner with Advancement’s leadership and other team members to: - Strengthen cross-departmental relationships to focus on the mission, vision and core values of - Wycliffe Bible Translators. - Support donor relationship engagement efforts to involve interested individuals in the work of Bible translation. - Innovate technology use, enhance business processes and optimize system performance. - Financially resource Bible translation in 2,500+ languages to help accomplish Vision 2025 and the All-Access Goals. - Accelerate progress and increase impact through a strong focus on ministry to donors. Overview of Advancement Wycliffe USA's Advancement department helps provide needed resources for Bible translation by connecting financial partners with where God is at work around the world. We emphasize ministry to donors, which focuses on caring for donors by building relationships, presenting meaningful partnership opportunities and providing robust reporting on the impact of their investments. Additionally, we position Wycliffe USA to be “all in” to accelerate Bible translation through increased project and field engagement in service to the global Church.

Requirements

Spiritual Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ): Demonstrates desire and ability to support corporate biblical and religious goals and participate in regular work-related spiritual activities without reservation as evidenced by your active participation and willingness to pray with and for others; be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintaining a courteous, Christ-like attitude in all verbal and written, internal and external professional communications.
Relationship Building: Effective at relationship-building with the ability to partner effectively within the department and with other directors and global teams. Works comfortably in both mono- or cross-cultural situations, winning cooperation through awareness and sensitivity to people's needs.
Customer Focus: Enthusiastic about providing high-quality customer service. Committed to high-quality work and prompt attention to the delivery of results.
Information Management and Confidentiality: Handles confidential information responsibly to maintain trust of internal and external customers. Maintains communications and information confidentiality as per applicable laws, ethical guidelines, and instructions.
Attention to Detail: Works in a conscientious, consistent and thorough manner. Demonstrates concern for thoroughness and accuracy, verifying that work has been done according to procedures and standards.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to edit own work for spelling and grammar. Solid interpersonal skills in relating to people at all levels and diverse backgrounds. Ability to participate in meetings.
Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, including working with diverse individuals or groups. Modifies approach or methods to fit the situation. Remains flexible and composed when facing frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
Job Knowledge: Demonstrates willingness to learn and develop skills in using tools, conducting research, and applying administrative and recruiting best practices relevant to the role.
Technical Skills: Basic proficiency in tools such as Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Sheets, Docs, Drive, Slides, etc.), Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel). Familiarity with email platforms, Slack and video conferencing software such as Zoom. Ability to conduct internet research and quickly learn new software as needed. Skilled in using social media to promote organizational initiatives, programs, and events effectively.
Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a bachelor’s program in business, administration, nonprofit management, ministry or a related field.
Demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ, as evidenced by your personal testimony.
Identify with and participate in a church and proactively seek to grow your faith in Christ.
Establish and maintain a team of prayer partners who will support you in your season of ministry at Wycliffe (minimum 3-5 partners).
Actively participate in corporate prayer and devotional times.
Maintain an exemplary standard of biblical ethics, behavior and conduct within Wycliffe and in your public and private life outside of Wycliffe.
Agree to abide by Wycliffe’s ethics, behavior and conduct standards at all times.
Demonstrate Christ-like maturity in all interactions as displayed by good judgment based on biblical values and principles.
Actively incorporate your faith in Christ, as well as Wycliffe’s beliefs and core values, in all aspects of your daily work.
Guided by your faith in Christ, demonstrate these core competencies in daily work and interactions: Faithful in following Christ. (See John 8:31-32, Prov. 3:5-6.) Follow Christ faithfully, allowing Scripture to guide decisions, and continually grow in relationship with God and His people. Intentional in collaboration with humility. (See 1 Cor. 3:5-9, Col. 3:12.) Collaborate intentionally to accomplish work goals, demonstrating a commitment to cross-departmental, inter-organizational and cross-cultural teamwork. Agile in learning. (See Prov. 1:5, Phil. 1:9-10.) Demonstrate a dedication to personal and professional growth within a culture that values continuous learning, individually and collectively. Excellent in stewardship. (See 1 Cor. 4:2, 1 Peter. 4:10.) Participate in God’s work, stewarding His resources responsibly with urgency and excellence. Proactive in discernment. (See John 5:17, 19; Matt. 6:33.) Seek to discern where and how God is at work. Align our efforts with His purposes.

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit, ministry, or fundraising work experience is preferred.
Familiarity with diverse staff types and ministry service is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Faithfully and regularly pray for the ongoing work of Bible translation and for people from around the world to experience transformation.
Act as an organizational representative presenting the global ministry of Wycliffe and encouraging interested individuals, organizations and churches to participate in the work of Bible translation.
Live out the conviction that “work flows through relationship” by passionately “loving God and loving people” through word and deed.
Promote team and organizational culture standards, ensuring high customer service standards.
Work alongside the Operations Manager and other team members to support daily functions of the Advancement Department and gain hands-on exposure to key fundraising operations, including:
Participating in day-to-day operational tasks such as maintaining project trackers, coordinating logistics, and helping ensure smooth departmental workflows.
Shadowing team members across each area of operations to learn how data, reporting, donor services, and administrative systems support successful fundraising efforts.
Assisting with database management and reporting projects, including pulling lists, reviewing data for accuracy, and learning how operational insights guide fundraising strategy.
Communicate clearly and professionally with team members, management, and external partners through verbal and written channels.
Support departmental problem-solving and process improvement efforts by contributing to team discussions, identifying small inefficiencies, and helping test new procedures.
Demonstrate initiative by taking on tasks with a strong work ethic and adapting to changing priorities as needed.
Maintain organized workflows by managing multiple tasks, prioritizing responsibilities, and ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to spend significant amounts of time using a computer, video conferencing software and/or phone.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.