Stewardship Coordinator
Eastern Star Church
- Indianapolis, IN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Coordinates and assists in managing the operation, functionality, and growth of the stewardship ministry
- Assists with developing and managing stewardship policies, expectations, and measurable outcomes
- Develops volunteer teams at each campus to meet the specific campus demographics
- Supports stewardship-related activities with ROCK Initiative and other affiliates
- Identifies tools and resources that will communicate the principles of biblical stewardship to those experiencing various stewardship-related life circumstances
- Research and develops resources for stewardship needs
- Monitors the effectiveness of stewardship programs
- Maintains a network of outside contacts in the community who can offer further biblically based support to church members beyond the scope of the ministry's capabilities
- Oversees the growth of the ministry as required, including assisting with hiring/recruiting new staff or volunteers
- May serve as a confidential resource and coach for church members who need support in the area of stewardship
- Serves as a model and representative of biblical stewardship
- Other duties as assigned
- A Bachelor's Degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college or university in a related field/discipline. Must have analytical skills. Should have a keen biblical understanding of stewardship and practice the biblical principles of stewardship. Prior experience in the area of nonprofit/religious, member/donor giving experience is preferred. A minimum of 3 years of related experience with proven skills in stewardship and/ or discipleship, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must live out true stewardship personally in all areas of life. If married, should have a solid, God-focused marriage and family life. Should be transparent about past stewardship struggles and successes. Should be excited to extend stewardship and nurture a culture of generosity within the church
- Must have an appreciation for all potential students at all income levels
- Must have the spiritual gifts of Administration and Teaching
- Must be able to speak publicly in a church setting and communicate with individuals one-on-one. Must be able to lead a team, plan and coordinate events, and curate a library of resources to use in class and workshop settings.
- Must have the ability or desire to develop curricula and teach stewardship classes. Must have the ability to utilize technology to promote efficiencies in methods and procedures. Proficient in MS Office suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint
- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills. Coaching skills are preferred. Ability to network with like-minded professionals and establish working relationships as resources for the ministry is a must
- Kind and warm-hearted, but results-oriented and passionate. Should be able to relate to those in a variety of life situations and sympathize with them. Proven Christ-like generosity is required and non-negotiable
- Lead volunteers and staff who work within the ministry. Assist with hiring, training, and guide growing staff and volunteers as the ministry needs to expand
- Volunteer development is very important and essential to be successful in this position
- The position may require evening and weekend work planned in advance with the supervisor
- A mature walk with Christ, evidenced by strong and well-articulated testimony, personal spiritual discipline, consistency in public and in private, a commitment to moral purity, healthy relationships with others, and healthy relationships with spouse and family (if married).
- A leader who thrives in a 'Servant Leadership' position is able to generate, contribute to, and maintain good team chemistry in an environment of constant change. Strong team member, team builder, and team developer.
- Assist with strategic planning and global thinker
- Solutions-oriented team member
- A willingness and skill at leading from the position of 'Servant Leader'. Team building ability with relational, collaborative, and confident decision-making skills. Seeking life changes in themselves and others.
- A steadfast, and self-confident personality marked by servant leadership. Displays strengths in execution, strategic analysis, relational development, and maximized capacity of influence.
- Must be able to stand, walk, sit; use hands to reach, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.
- Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 20 pounds.
- Must be able to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left or right while eyes are fixed on a given point.