Multicultural Community Outreach and Ministry Coordinator

3 weeks ago


Villa Park, Illinois, United States The Salvation Army USA Central Territory Full time

At The Salvation Army USA Central Territory, we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Multicultural Community Outreach and Ministry Coordinator to join our team. This role is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to promoting the mission of The Salvation Army and a passion for intercultural ministry. A Bachelor's degree in a ministry field or related field is preferred, and bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is highly desirable.

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 per year, depending on experience.

Job Description

This role will be responsible for promoting and facilitating intercultural understanding, cooperation, collaboration, and worship within the Oakbrook Terrace Corps/Church community. The Coordinator will play a vital role in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment where people from diverse cultural and racial backgrounds feel valued, respected, and empowered to fully participate in the life of the church.

The successful candidate will develop and implement strategies to promote intercultural awareness and sensitivity among OBT Corps/Church members and leadership. This will involve coordinating and facilitating intercultural events, workshops, and activities that promote cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.

The Coordinator will also serve as a resource person for individuals and groups seeking guidance on intercultural communication and integration. Additionally, they will collaborate with Corps leaders and ministry teams to ensure that intercultural perspectives are integrated into the planning and implementation of various church programs and initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, with the ability to relate effectively to people from diverse cultural backgrounds. A strong attention to detail, procedures, processes, and policies is also essential. The Coordinator will be responsible for managing projects, priorities, and/or staff in a constantly changing environment.

The salary for this role is estimated to be between $60,000 and $75,000 per year, depending on experience. If you are a motivated and compassionate individual with a passion for intercultural ministry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement strategies to promote intercultural awareness and sensitivity among OBT Corps/Church members and leadership.
  • Coordinate and facilitate intercultural events, workshops, and activities that promote cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.
  • Serve as a resource person for individuals and groups seeking guidance on intercultural communication and integration.
  • Collaborate with Corps leaders and ministry teams to ensure that intercultural perspectives are integrated into the planning and implementation of various church programs and initiatives.
  • Manage projects, priorities, and/or staff in a constantly changing environment.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a ministry field or related field.
  • Experience in intercultural ministry, cross-cultural communication, social services, or related fields.
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is highly desirable.
  • Valid Driver's license/MVR clearance.


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