Marketing Specialist/Project Coordinator

Title: Marketing Specialist/Project Coordinator
Division: Marketing and Communications
Department: Translation Support
Location of Job: Hybrid – Orlando/Remote
Reporting Relationship: Director of Marketing and Communications
Exemption Status: Exempt

Generally:

Wycliffe Associates is a ministry, and our mission is a special calling. Wycliffe Associates trains Christians all over the world to become Bible translators and we seek to safeguard the integrity of the Scriptures through that process. While specific skills and experience are a major part of this role, what is most important to Wycliffe Associates, and to the lord, is a person’s heart. The person who fills this role should have a special calling from the Lord for ministry. In this role you are considered a minister of the gospel. For such a high calling, our lives and values should reflect that pure and holy calling. As we are told in 1 Peter 1:15-16, “But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do, for it is written: ‘Be holy, because I am holy.’” 

Position Summary:

Coordinates marketing and communications projects, the production of materials, writes marketing copy, and assists with projects and activities for marketing products or services by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Coordinates various projects in the marketing and communications department as assigned.
2. Coordinates scheduled work and projects with outside vendors as assigned. 
3. Coordinates the creation and production of marketing and communications materials as assigned, including contracting vendors and working with writers, designers, printers, and consulting agency.
4. Coordinates the creation and production of communications for social media and online marketing campaigns.
5. Writes dynamic copy for WA’s website, social media campaigns, and other projects as assigned.
6. Supports website link building efforts for SEO, ensures links are current, and maintains a blog.
7. Conducts interviews and gathers research for communications and marketing materials as requested.
8. Gathers project updates on funding projects and keeps department’s Project Funding log up to date.
9. Coordinates marketing and communications team documents and resources on shared site.
10. Drafts and edits correspondence and reports in the marketing area.
11. Maintains a schedule of activities for the marketing & communications department.
12. Produce purchase orders for approval, process invoices for payment and maintain other special projects as assigned in the marketing & communications department.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following 
competencies:

1. Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
2. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
3. Project Management - Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget.
4. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
5. Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
6. Interpersonal Skills - Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
7. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
8. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Able to read and interpret written information.
9. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests.
10. Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget.
11. Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.
12. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Upholds organizational values.
13. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.
14. Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
15. Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
16. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
17. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
18. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
19. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Works quickly.
20. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
21. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
22. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
23. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
24. Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
25. Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Generates suggestions for improving work.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, prior work experience, and/or specialized skills and knowledge:

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university; or three to four-years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be adept at learning new software tools and should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of software, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. 

Personal Qualifications:

1. Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ living in alignment with the WA Statements of Faith and Core Beliefs.
2. Senses a call from God to ministry, and to the ministry of WA, has a genuine care for people.
3. Should have personal warmth that invites confidence and possess a personal integrity.
4. Has signed an acceptance and acknowledgement of the Wycliffe Associates Doctrinal Statement of Faith.
5. Has an ability to be at ease with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
6. Has a healthy level of self-confidence.
7. Demonstrates the attitude of a servant leader.
8. Ability to function independently with minimal supervision is critical.
9. The right candidate will see this as an exciting opportunity to participate in a ministry with global impact.
10. High energy level and readiness to take on significant challenge.

Disclaimer:
Wycliffe Associates makes employment decisions in accordance with applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations. As a religious organization, we are entitled to make employment decisions on the basis of religious beliefs and practices of the applicant or employee.