Christian Career Center · 15 hours ago
Program Manager - Love INC of Lake County
Gurnee, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$45K/yr - $51K/yrChristian Career Center is seeking a Program Manager for Love INC of Lake County. The Program Manager will lead the Gap Ministries and empower volunteer leaders while ensuring programs align with the organization's mission and meet community needs.
Staffing Agency
Responsibilities
Oversee and lead administration of volunteer leaders and other individuals for Gap Ministries and other programs, including:
Furniture Ministry
Household Starter Kit Ministry
Baby Shower Ministry
Clothing Ministry
Seasonal programs, such as Winter Clothing and Holiday Meals
Other ministries, developed in collaboration with staff and partner churches
Develop measurements of success & goals for Gap Ministries and report on progress
Ensure Gap Ministries and other programs align with Love INC's Mission and core philosophies, such as Redemptive Compassion
Ensure Gap Ministries and other programs meet Love INC National measurements (AKPIs)
Recommend the addition of new Gap Ministries and removal of those deemed no longer needed or impactful
Build relationships to mobilize local churches to serve, including:
In collaboration with fellow staff, be part of our overall outreach to local churches
Understand & communicate local needs in order to assist churches to develop new or grow current Gap Ministries
Educate, Equip & Empower ministry leaders and volunteers
Actively educate Gap Ministry and other program leaders and volunteers about our relational service model and Transformational Ministry (TM) opportunities to empower them to be a source for identifying and recruiting neighbors who will benefit from this part of the ministry
Manage administration for Gap Ministry and other programs, including:
Maintaining documentation for Gap Ministry and other program processes to ensure clear communication of ministries throughout staff, churches, and volunteers
Maintaining accurate records for volunteers, neighbors, and gift-in-kind donors using Love INC of Lake County’s tracking system
Overseeing and managing the warehouse to ensure gift-in-kind donations are appropriately received, processed, and well organized, including appropriate disposal of unusable donations
Maintaining our fleet of vehicles, including:
Ensuring they are in proper working order and meet all state and federal requirements
Gassed up and ready for our partner churches use in ministry
Proper maintenance, including regular service and safety inspections
Ensure fleet drivers are vetted for valid driver’s license and insurance
Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director
Qualification
Required
Personal relationship with Jesus Christ and in agreement with the Apostles' Creed, Statement of Faith, and Who We Serve
Regular attendance at a Christian church (preferably in Lake County, IL) and actively integrating your Christian faith into professional conduct and relationships
Solid leadership skills, including experience leading and shepherding individuals, especially in volunteer roles. Demonstrated success in creating and cultivating volunteer leaders
Process-driven with strong project management skills and ability to organize and manage service projects
Ability to work independently and cooperatively, often with multiple priorities and deadlines in a growing and changing environment
Excellent verbal and written skills. Ability to actively listen, as well as be able to articulate the mission, vision and needs of the community and ministry
Practice discernment and possess a non-judgmental attitude. Have the ability to listen to, empathize with and love others
Comfortable praying with people and leading a team in prayer
Ability to maintain healthy, professional boundaries
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite programs
Preferred
Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds preferred, but not mandatory
Bachelor Degree and bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred, but not mandatory
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Christian Career Center
The Christian Career Center is a "one-stop" career center designed to help you reach your career potential.
Founded in 1997
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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