Director of Thriving in Ministry at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary

South Hamilton, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Effectiveness, Communication Skills, Program Development, Management, Organizational Skills, Technical Knowledge

Industry

Research Services

Description

Overview: Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary is a multidenominational, evangelical graduate school committed to equipping Christian leaders to think theologically, engage globally, and live biblically. With nearly 1,400 students across campuses in Massachusetts, North Carolina, Florida, and online, Gordon-Conwell’s student body represents more than eighty-five denominations and fifty countries. The seminary offers master’s and doctoral programs—delivered in English, Spanish, and Portuguese—that combine academic excellence, spiritual formation, and a deep commitment to Scripture. Its 12,000 alumni serve Christ through ministry in the church, the academy, and the workplace. Gordon-Conwell is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools, the New England Commission of Higher Education, and the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. Position Summary: The Director of Thriving in Ministry guides and directs the multi-faceted TIM project and is responsible for all areas of the program. The Director will have a proven track record of program leadership and pastoral experience in order to facilitate programs and experiences which nurture and strengthen pastors in their calling. Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Alumni Engagement, the Director will evaluate and improve existing elements of the program, design and launch new elements, and oversee the successful development, implementation, and assessment of the total program. Key Responsibilities: • Supervision and Implementation of the Lilly Grant: Foster the mission and achieve the goals of the TIM program in accordance with the grant and the broader goals of the Alumni office and the seminary. Manage the TIM budget in accordance with the seminary’s policies and the requirements of the grant, and report on the program annually to the seminary and the Lilly Endowment. Supervise the TIM Program Administrator. • Relationship Building: Initiate and develop relationships with a broad spectrum of alumni and partnering churches. Work collegially within the TIM, Alumni, and Advancement team environments, and with a wide variety of other faculty and staff. Build on our relationship with the Lilly Endowment generally and the Lilly Thriving in Ministry staff in particular. • Program Development, Management, and Assessment: o Further develop and guide the curriculum and program for peer and recent alumni pastor cohorts. Work with the Senior Director of Alumni Engagement to develop mentors and cohorts in New England, across the US, and online. o Manage and continue to develop the Respite program for individual pastors, including receiving and vetting applications, designing respite plans, and assessing effectiveness. o Oversee the contract-based professional facilitators for testing and crisis care modules. o Regularly assess individual programs, as well as the total project, designing, re-designing, and conceptualizing possible new programs to meet the ongoing educational mission and enrichment of our alumni and other pastors. • Recruiting and Mentoring the Mentors: Recruit, train, and nurture the alumni mentors for the Thriving in Ministry peer and recent alumni cohorts. This requires a combination of outreach, facilitation, coaching, and encouragement. • Event Planning, Coordination, and Facilitation: Assisted by the Program Administrator, oversee event planning, marketing, and facilitation for all TIM program events, including mentor training, retreats, and special educational and enrichment programs. • General Promotion of the TIM Program: Collaborate with the Program Administrator, the Alumni office, and the Marketing and Communications office for general promotion of all facets of the TIM program. Communicate with alumni pastors and current students to screen and recruit interested participants for all TIM programs. • Other work in collaboration with the Office of Alumni Engagement as requested by the Senior Director of Alumni Engagement Key Competencies: • Interpersonal Effectiveness: Personal warmth, ease in initiating and developing relationships, and evident grace and thoughtfulness in relating with a diverse constituency. Commitment to building a respectful, inclusive environment in the program and demonstrated ability to collaborate and serve in a team environment. • Communication Skills: Must have the excellent written and verbal communication skills that are vital to facilitating the program and to interacting with individuals across various levels both internal and external to the seminary. • Program Development and Management: Proven ability to design, implement, and manage ministry/mentoring/educational programs. • Organizational Skills: Highly organized and able to attend to detailed work. Must have the ability to manage the full scope of multi-stage projects and manage own and staff time well throughout multiple simultaneous programs. • Technical Knowledge: Facility and creativity in utilizing Zoom and/or other online platforms for individual and group discussions and meetings. Competency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable learning and utilizing new software applications and digital tools. • Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Seminary’s mission, deep personal faith in Christ, and willingness to abide by the Community Life Statement. Education and Experience: • Master’s degree in a relevant area required, Doctorate preferred; degree from Gordon-Conwell preferred • 5+ years serving in a pastoral role required, 7-10+ years preferred; experience working in a seminary or other higher education arena preferred • Substantive experience with program development, implementation, management, and assessment required Application Process Please apply through Gordon-Conwell’s Career Center available here: https://www.gordonconwell.edu/employment/ [https://www.gordonconwell.edu/employment/] Please include these documents in either Microsoft Word or PDF formats: • A cover letter addressed to Laura Carmer, Senior Director of Alumni Engagement, explaining your interest in the position preferred. • A formal CV that includes the names of at least three references required. No hard copy materials, please. Opportunities to interview will be made available at the search committee’s initiative. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Responsibilities

The Director of Thriving in Ministry guides and directs the TIM project, overseeing all areas of the program. Responsibilities include managing the TIM budget, developing relationships with alumni and churches, and assessing program effectiveness.