Missions Administrative Assistant

Waters Edge Family•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The Missions Administrative Assistant organizes and oversees The Local Church GR’s ongoing missions initiatives. This part-time position works 8 hours per week, including weekly evening and weekend hours, and reports to the Missions Coordinator. The role supports local and global missions partnerships through professional administration, volunteer coordination, event and trip planning, and communication. The assistant contributes ideas to the direction and culture of missions at the church and works closely with the Missions Coordinator on development, encouragement, planning, and direction. The position also engages with local community partners in Grand Rapids and helps coordinate local missions events and global short-term trips.

Requirements

Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, demonstrated by obedience to God’s will as described in the Bible, spiritual fruit, and a desire to grow in the Lord.
Be supportive and loyal to staff members and the church body.
Have a heart for the global church and passion for the spiritual practice of service.
Demonstrate servant-heartedness, faith-centeredness, and spiritual maturity.
Have spiritual gifts of leadership and administration.
Possess clear communication and administrative abilities.
Be flexible, cooperative, and teachable.
Be a forward thinker who is self-directed, team-oriented, and organized.
Embrace the vision, direction, and beliefs of The Local Church GR and have a heart for the Kingdom.
Demonstrate the ability to organize and create.
Be able to start projects and assignments independently, think ahead, and plan accordingly.
Demonstrate the ability to recruit, lead, and manage people, especially volunteers.
Have 1–2 years of experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

Work with the Missions Coordinator to set schedules for missions initiatives, events, and volunteers.
Help coordinate details for missions meetings, events, and trips.
Attend appropriate weekly leadership meetings.
Look ahead to upcoming needs and help keep the Missions Coordinator on track by providing direction where needed.
Work with the TLC Communication Admin on design projects and missions communications.
Work with the TLC Administrative Assistant to adhere to the missions budget and consider next steps for incoming benevolence requests and community needs.
Attend community partner meetings and learn about, invest in, and encourage local agencies’ work in Grand Rapids.
Take comprehensive notes at meetings.
Respond promptly to inquiries and questions about the church and direct people to the Missions Coordinator as appropriate.
Assist with volunteer management, coordination, and communication.
Assist with online needs and updates, including CCB and communication.
Print, copy, and complete needed flyers.
Oversee, organize, and purchase items for missions events and trips.
Provide administrative support to the Missions Coordinator and assist with other missions tasks and roles as needed.