Outreach Coordinator

HIGHLAND PARK METHODIST CHURCH•Highland Park, TX

12d

About The Position

The overall purpose of this position is to ensure that HPUMC Outreach partnerships align with the HPUMC Mission and Vision. HPUMC Outreach aims to engage people in fighting poverty, promoting justice, and serving others. HPUMC’s mission is to help people become deeply devoted followers of Jesus Christ. We believe that deeply devoted followers of Jesus Christ are called to make an impact. Our vision is a dedicated and mobilized community empowered by the Holy Spirit, making a significant, sustainable impact in our church, city, and world in the name of Jesus Christ. This position focuses on making a sustainable impact with a particular interest in increasing the availability of affordable housing, quality education, access to nutrition and healthcare, and justice.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required, Education or certification in relevant field (social work, public policy, non-profit leadership, etc.) a plus
Two years of experience working in ministry or a social service organization preferred
Three years of experience working in equity, racial justice, or DEI
Individuals with lived experience and a deep understanding of equity issues in large cities are encouraged to apply
Excellent computer skills; proficiency in email, internet, and preferred software applications
Budgeting skills
High degree of initiative and accountability
Strong interpersonal, communication and organization skills
Strong writing, editing, and proofing skills
High level of cultural sensitivity and tolerance
Good vision and hearing skills, ability to drive to needed destinations
Good overall health, ability to travel to locations with limited medical resources
Comfortable working in the developing world and staying in group lodging with very basic amenities
Ability to manage in high intensity, high stress environments and remain calm
Flexible and adaptable in changing circumstances
Ability to travel internationally; current, valid United States passport
Ability and willingness to receive vaccinations that may be required for serving locally or globally
Must be a committed Christian who is comfortable working in a United Methodist church environment. Our employees are called to lead a life that becomes the gospel, and we expect them to exhibit appropriate demeanor on and off the job.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Office Suite
G Suite (Google, Gmail, Calendar, etc…)
Touch Point or similar database knowledge/experience
Zoom/GoogleMeet/Virtual Meeting Applications
Social Media

Responsibilities

Work with HPUMC staff, congregants, and partners to develop strategies to fight poverty
Serve as a liaison between Outreach Partners and HPUMC
Work with assigned local or global outreach partners in the areas of health, housing, education, and justice to determine how HPUMC can provide support to their missions and facilitate engagement to meet needs.
Build and maintain positive relationships with key contacts for assigned partnerships.
Identify HPUMC members to provide lay leadership for key partnerships and regular coaching and encouragement.
Facilitate meaningful ways HPUMC congregants can engage through service.
Have a deep understanding of Partner Organizations and their ongoing and quarterly needs and strengths.
When appropriate and meaningful, participate in task forces, learning communities, etc..
Attend key partner fundraisers, volunteer appreciation events, community events, etc., regularly.
Have a detailed understanding of the history and current issues in your assigned regions.
Work to fulfill volunteer needs for HPUMC outreach events and HPUMC partners as needed.
Maintain records of volunteers in the Touchpoint database
Coordinate with HPUMC departments to support their planning and execution of serving efforts and projects.
Communicate partner needs promptly to ensure adequate time for promotion and registration.
Provide support and appreciation for volunteers.
In collaboration with lay leaders, guide all aspects of Book Study programming and Justice Pilgrimages to promote opportunities for staff and congregants to engage in conversations and experiences that increase equity and inclusion.
Attend planning trips for pilgrimages.
Develop and implement approaches to increase engagement in justice programming.
Assist with programs such as Serving Day, Back-to-School Sunday, Advent Festival, Christmas Gift Drive, and Classroom Connect Drive.
Participate in coordinating the Disaster Case Management program of HPUMC when activated to assist congregation members and our community in times of need.
Attend all scheduled HPUMC Outreach Committee meetings and provide partner information requested by lay committee members.
Attend HPUMC Outreach Committee site visits to assigned partnership locations.
Work with assigned partners to facilitate compliance with HPUMC Outreach Committee partner guidelines.