National Director, Multiethnic Ministry (Focused Ministries)

Work Location: Remote - USA Job Type Full time To advance the purpose of InterVarsity, this position will equip InterVarsity to grow ministries that embody our value for ethnic reconciliation and justice. Serving a wide diversity of students and faculty, the Director, Multiethnic Ministries will provide strategic leadership to (1) plant and grow more intentionally diverse chapters on campus, and (2) engage more students and faculty with formation experiences in ethnic reconciliation and justice, such as short-term cross-cultural immersions. Major Responsibilities Spiritual Growth: Model spiritual and personal maturity as a disciple of Jesus Christ, reflecting love for God, God’s word, God’s people of every ethnicity and culture, and God’s purposes in the worldPractice spiritual disciplines that lead to spiritual vitalityPursue spiritual relationships and involvement in a worshipping communityWork toward “self-leadership” characterized by self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relational integrityBe a lifelong learner who prizes the discipleship of the mind, particularly staying current on issues related to ethnic reconciliation, justice, diversity, community development, evangelism, and the church in our society Ministry Leadership In partnership with the Field EVP and Focused Ministries VP, articulate broadly InterVarsity’s vision for ethnic reconciliation and justice on campusIn partnership with Field Leadership Team and Strategic Plan leaders, develop and implement strategies to plant and grow multiethnic chapters that effectively reach diverse corners of campusAs a member of the Focused Ministries Directors Team, provide vision, strategic leadership, planning, consulting, and decision-making for growing the diversity of students and faculty engaged by InterVarsityDevelop programs and resources to engage diverse chapters and participants with our value for ethnic reconciliation and justice (e.g. cross-cultural programs, multiethnic large groups, cross-cultural training, etc.)Promote the integration of ethnic reconciliation and justice into student and faculty events and conferences Organizational Leadership Contribute to the Focused Ministries Directors Team to support mutual learning and the accomplishment of team goals and pursuit of the 2030 CallingContribute biblical, theological, and practical reflection for the Fellowship on issues relating to ethnic reconciliation and justiceIn partnership with the VP, Focused Ministries, manage the annual process to allocate national financial resources to ethnic minority staffAs assigned, support Ethnic Directors in initiatives to recruit, place, and fund ethnic minority staffMentor, equip, and multiply multiethnic ministries leaders across the Fellowship Recruit, hire, and supervise department staffEquip and develop department staff through training, professional development and spiritual formationEngage responsively, and carry out management responsibilities as defined by the VP, Focused MinistriesEnsure that department strategies align with InterVarsity’s Doctrinal Basis, Purpose Statement, Core Commitments, 2030 Calling, and National InitiativesEstablish fruitful external partnerships that will bolster our work in ethnic reconciliation and justice Ministry Partnership Development Develop Ministry Partners who will give financially and prayerfully support our missionSecure funds for assigned budget for the Director positionPartner with Development to raise funds for the department and strategic initiativesCommunicate with Ministry Partners on a regular basisMaintain sound financial status of department through management of budgeting, fund development, and expense controlProvide oversight and accountability for staff Ministry Partnership Development Work Environment/Physical Requirements A designated home officeRequired travel includes, but is not limited to: Ministry Partner Development meetings, Multiethnic team meetings, and InterVarsity-sponsored training, meetings, and conferences Qualifications Annually affirm InterVarsity’s Statement of Agreement (Doctrinal Basis and Purpose Statement). Abide by InterVarsity’s Code of Conduct. Believe and behave consonantly with InterVarsity’s Human Sexuality Theological Paper. Affirm and behave consonantly with InterVarsity’s “Women in Ministry Statement of Affirmation.”Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree is preferredMinimum of eight years of campus ministry leadership experience, preferably with at least three years with InterVarsityMinimum of five years’ experience leading ministries for intentionally diverse audiencesDemonstrated abilities in cross-cultural communication, conflict resolution, and ethnic reconciliationDemonstrated experience managing and implementing successful, comprehensive ministry programs to achieve goalsDesire to stay current with developments in race relations and multiethnic issuesSignificant theological acuity and spiritual maturityExpert knowledge of funding needs and challenges of ethnic minority staffDemonstrated ability to raise funds for staff and programsEvidence of being a life-long learner and willingness to receive ongoing trainingExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently without close supervisionA working knowledge of current Microsoft software applications (Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint)Ability to travel extensively InterVarsity is a national collegiate ministry, serving on 675 campuses with 26,000 committed student and faculty participants. Over our 85-year history, our ministries have sought to serve, include, and empower people from every ethnicity and culture. In recent years, this has been expressed through contextualized ministries focused on, among others, Black, Native, Latino, Asian, and international background students and faculty. Our value for multi-ethnic diversity has not waned, and it is needed at this moment more than ever. InterVarsity is seeking a seasoned ministry leader to become our National Director of Multiethnic Ministry. This new department will collaborate with other InterVarsity leaders, including our ethnic focused ministry directors, to establish and advance intentionally diverse witnessing communities reaching multiple corners of campus with the gospel. Through these communities, and other support structures such as short-term missions experiences, we hope to multiply students and faculty with a lifelong commitment to ethnic reconciliation and justice. Pay Range: $89,460.00 - $119,268.00 per year Pay: This position is funded through personal fundraising. Accordingly, compensation will vary based on the ability of the individual to secure a donor team to fund the cost of his/her salary. The anticipated salary range for this position on a full-time basis (40 hours/week) is dependent on a variety of factors, including location and cost of living. The actual salary received, including any geographic adjustment to account for location and cost of living, is subject to the individual’s ability to raise funds necessary to cover the full amount of such salary within the range set forth in the job posting details. Benefits We offer a competitive benefits package, including health care and retirement savings with a match. Eligibility is based on employee type and hours worked. Benefits include the following: 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan403(b) matching contributionsDental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountsFlexible work scheduleFlexible spending accountsHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceVision insurance Equal Employment Opportunity InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all staff share the same religious commitment. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e 1(a)) InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with InterVarsity’s Statement of Agreement: Purpose and Doctrinal Basis because InterVarsity believes that each and every staff plays a vital role in advancing InterVarsity’s mission and purposes.