Church Relations and Program Engagement Coordinator

Description

The Church Relations and Program Engagement Coordinator strengthens connections with Anabaptist congregations across the Great Lakes region—especially churches of color, multicultural, and marginalized congregations—while maintaining existing relationships. This full-time role fosters trust, builds partnerships, and engages churches in MCC’s mission through relationship-building, communication, and collaboration. The coordinator will work closely with the Great Lakes Church Engagement and Community Outreach Coordinator. The coordinator tracks outreach trends, supports engagement activities and events, writes donor thank-you notes, and contributes to storytelling efforts. Regular regional travel, including occasional overnight stays, is required.

Qualifications

Essential:

Bachelor’s degree in social science related field
1-3 years’ experience in Nonprofit, church relations, or similar experience.
Familiarity with Anabaptist theology, history, and diverse denominational expressions. (Beachy Amish Mennonite Churches, Brethren Is Christ US, Evana Network, LMC, Mennonite Church USA, Rosedale Network of churches, US conference of Mennonite Brethren churches.)
Skilled at organizing and prioritizing work; leadership and management skills in the following areas: listening, dialogue, writing, abstract thinking, developing and communicating a vision, decision-making, financial management.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
Fluency in English language
Ability and interest in learning about work around the world and representing MCC and priority concerns congregations and interested groups.
Strong commitment to Jesus-centered faith and Anabaptist values (community, discipleship, peace, and justice).
Cultural competency and demonstrated experience working across diverse communities, particularly with Black, Latino/a, Asian, Indigenous, and immigrant Anabaptist congregations.
Excellent interpersonal, listening, and relationship-building skills.
Strong written communication skills (including professional correspondence and thank-you notes).
Ability to work collaboratively with a team while also taking initiative independently.
Availability, flexibility and willingness to travel with overnight stays across the Great Lakes region; ability to work some evenings and weekends.
Valid U.S. driver’s license with acceptable driving record and eligible to be an MCC authorized driver as defined by policy, insurance, and legal requirements.

Employment eligibility: Legally eligible to work in the U.S. MCC offers of employment are subject to a successful criminal background check(s).

Preferred:

Master’s Degree in Sociology, Theology, Social Science or related field
Bilingual (Spanish, or French)
Theological training and experience
Experience in justice and peacebuilding
Previous experience in church relations, pastoral ministry, nonprofit engagement, fundraising, or community organizing.
Knowledge of constituent groups
Experience working with constituent groups and churches (preferably with Anabaptist background and churches of color).
Knowledge of challenges and opportunities facing Anabaptist churches of color in North America.
All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to: a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active participation in a Christian church or Christian community; and nonviolent peacemaking. MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply.

Legal eligibility to be employed in the U.S. is required.

Please use the link provided to apply.

https://mccglobal.my.site.com/MCCJobs/s/vacancy-details?vacancyId=a2SIV000002MMLh2AO