Vice President, Global Outreach and Development

Focus on the Family•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President, Global Outreach and Development position exists to maximize the reach and impact of Focus on the Family worldwide, by providing professional leadership and operational direction to the Global Ministry Development team, communicating regularly with the Regional and Associate Office directors, and representing Focus on the Family as a member of the Board of Directors for each Associate office as assigned by the Sr. Vice President of Global Ministry & Development. In addition, this position serves to explore new opportunities and relationships to accomplish Focus on the Family’s vision of helping families thrive in Christ worldwide.

Requirements

MBA with a heavy emphasis in marketing
7-10 years of experience in business management including 5 years at the management level
3 years of international experience
Thorough understanding of FOF mission, philosophy, values, and objectives
Ability to clearly articulate and defend a position
Strong team building and consensus building abilities
Understanding of political, social, and cultural issues that impact the family
Outstanding organizational skills
Well-developed social skills
Ability to synthesize strategic plans into operational plans
Requires considerable ingenuity and judgement to solve complex problems
Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”
Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer
Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer
Engages in Christian ministry
Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values
This position is a “position of responsibility” as defined in the Focus on the Family Moral Policy and is subject to the parameters defined therein regarding divorce
This role is considered a Spokesperson for Focus on the Family and should represent Focus’ position and tone at all times
Enjoys people and regards others highly
Enjoys complex problem-solving
Possesses a strong balance between ministry heart and business mind

Nice To Haves

Foreign language skills preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares operational plans in support of strategic mission and objectives
Negotiates and signs contracts for product licensing and publishing ventures as assigned by the COO
Negotiates and signs contracts for Associate Office agreements as assigned by the COO
Participates in budget process; monitors cost performance and initiates cost improvement actions when appropriate
Determines overall staffing levels based on ministry needs
Reviews and approves, or recommends for approval, requests for major non-recurring expense items
Resolves highly complex problems and problems between departments
Participates in general cabinet meetings as well as Executive Cabinet and Strategy Team meetings
Selects, develops, motivates, supervises, and evaluates staff
Reviews status progress reports and recommends appropriate actions
Stays abreast of business developments through research and study
Uses executive influence to bring departments and divisions together to achieve international goals
Develops productive, creative, and dynamic atmosphere for the staff to contribute their talents
Coaches Associate Offices toward self-sustainability
Maintains personal Case and Pre-case load of donors who are globally motivated
Hosts international Vision Trips with the purpose of raising awareness and funding to support the General Fund and Global Budget
Performs other duties as assigned