Grant Project Assistant - Barnabas Program

Grand Canyon University (GCU) is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University located in Phoenix, Arizona. The Grant Project Assistant of the Barnabas Program provides vital management and support for the Barnabas Program, assisting the Dean, Assistant Deans, and the Barnabas Program Coordinator.

About the role

The position centers on data analysis and dissemination, as well as support for Barnabas student admissions and tracking, retention and success, grant reporting, and alumni tracking and networking. Responsibilities also include event planning and coordination, program-related communications, and pastoral/ecclesial networking. The Barnabas Program is funded by the Kern Family Foundation, with this role providing capacity and oversight during the grant period (July 1, 2020 – July 15, 2027).

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and disseminate data related to key performance indicators for the Barnabas program and Barnabas students to improve student retention and success.
• Gather, analyze, manage, and disseminate data to the Program Coordinator and college leaders in support of student placement, Barnabas alumni tracking, and church relations.
• Process and prepare institutional data and reports in compliance with required grant reporting.
• Facilitate the Barnabas program admissions process, including external applicants and internal transfer students, reporting progress at regular intervals.
• Communicate key information to students, alumni, and church partners in support of programmatic goals, student retention and success, and church-related networking.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a discipline related to theological studies is preferred.
• Work experience in an educational environment supporting theological and ministerial studies or church-based ministerial experience.
• Must be able to sign and teach in accordance with the university’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Positions Statement, and the College of Theology Covenant.

Benefits

• Exceptional workplace benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and a 401K savings plan.
• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays.
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU-sponsored events.
• Full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children receive an Education Tuition Discount Program.