Project Manager/Systems Analyst
The International Programs department at Christian Foundation for Children and Aging (CFCA), an international nonprofit working in 22 developing countries, is seeking a bilingual individual with a heart for helping people and a head for technology to work as the Project Manager/Systems Analyst for International Programs.
This important role wears many hats, including process improvement, problem solving, participation in the design and implementation of software and Internet applications, project management, training and facilitation. The candidate must be fluent in Spanish, as all of the tasks will be performed in both English and Spanish.
At the heart of the role is the ability to understand our proprietary software (CASA)’s ever-changing business needs and assist the user analyst in developing and implementing initiatives that affect CFCA’s overseas projects and headquarters office. While CASA is central to the individual’s responsibilities, this is not a programming position. The candidate needs to be proficient with data query tools such as MS Access or SQL to a moderate degree of complexity.
This role requires in-depth understanding of CASA, web content management software (Sitecore), financial software (Sage) and the ability to document requirements, design, test, train, implement and provide ongoing support for new applications that will allow project staff members to interact with CFCA information systems via Internet-based applications.
We are looking for an individual who will be productive, successful and happy to be a part of CFCA’s work to serve the poor and marginalized of the world. Periodic travel to international project sites will be required.
Core Responsibilities (in order of priority)
- Department support: Ensure that CASA is changing/improving/providing data to meet the business needs of international programs staff and all projects CFCA-wide.
- Project/Process management: Develop, manage and assist the User Analyst to provide increased interaction with our international offices via the Internet and remote access to CFCA-wide software applications.
- Team problem solving: Provide problem solving, work flow and process facilitation for issues that cross functional department lines.
- Project user support: Provide training and ongoing support to International programs staff and project staff regarding new and evolving international programs initiatives.
Other skills and aptitudes
- Ability to troubleshoot and adapt to changing organizational system requirements
- Prior experience needed in setting up systems security.
- Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously to deliver desired results
- Desire to be a subject-matter expert
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural environment
- Availability for periodic trips to overseas projects
- Exceptional ability to learn quickly
- Exceptional analytical skills
- Heartfelt interest in helping others
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Advanced/expert computer skills, especially in a Windows environment, including Excel, Word and Outlook
- Proficient in data query tools such as MS Access, SQL, etc.
- Fluency in oral and written English and Spanish required
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; 3-5 years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have experience and proven success in prioritizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously to completion, finishing projects on time and meeting high standards for quality.
Preferred qualifications: Accounting knowledge a plus. Experience managing others a plus.
Salary and benefits: Salary DOE. Excellent benefit package: Health, Dental, Life AD&D, STD, LTD and 403(b) with generous paid-time-off allotment.
Submit resume AND salary requirements to: CFCA HR, One Elmwood Ave., Kansas City, KS 66103; fax (913) 384-2211; or email in WORD or PDF format to hr@cfcausa.org.
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Writer-Editor
Christian Foundation for Children and Aging, an international nonprofit organization sponsoring children in 22 developing countries, is seeking a writer/editor with proven experience writing and editing stories and other copy in a nonprofit, business or news environment. The primary responsibilities of the writer/editor are to write, edit, develop concepts, and coordinate and review content for CFCA print publications, online communications, and various communications and marketing materials, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the CFCA brand message and assisting with implementation of initiatives that help achieve the overall communications and marketing goals of the organization. This position reports to the director of communications and requires the individual to be located on-site at CFCA’s Kansas City headquarters.
Other skills and aptitudes: 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 or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must show ability to apply principles of solid news, feature, web, business and promotional writing.
- Demonstrate excellent copyediting skills utilizing Associated Press style.
- Demonstrate familiarity with media law regarding libel, right of privacy and copyright guidelines.
- Possess ability to incorporate brand messaging into writing and editing while adhering to professional ethics and standards of accuracy and fairness.
- Conduct in-person, telephone and e-mail interviews effectively.
- Demonstrate knowledge of design with attention to detail and ability to provide and receive feedback to modify designs when needed.
- Possess strong computer skills in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Word and Outlook; experience with Adobe InDesign or equivalent a plus; knowledge of social-media tools including Facebook and Twitter required.
- Must have the ability to complete projects and assigned tasks in a timely manner and meet deadlines.
- Be able to multi-task effectively.
- Have ability to work independently and function effectively as a member of a team or small group.
- Have a service-oriented attitude and willingness to improve skills at all levels.
- Enjoy working in a multicultural environment, with experience working or volunteering overseas or Spanish-language skills a plus.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; journalism, communications, public relations, marketing or English degree preferred; three to five years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Salary and benefits: Salary DOE. Excellent benefit package: Health, Dental, Life AD&D, STD, LTD and 403(b) with generous paid-time-off allotment.
Submit your resume AND salary requirements to: CFCA HR, 1 Elmwood Ave., Kansas City, KS 66103; fax 913.284.2211; or e-mail in Word or PDF format to hr@cfcausa.org.
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Support Services Specialist
The Support Services Specialist role is an integral, active team member of the Child Services department. The candidate will demonstrate a heart for serving families living in poverty and work collaboratively with team members and all co-workers in CFCA.
This role works within a team to assist the Records Group Team Leader in providing support to a variety of individuals, teams and functions within the department. The main focus of support is with campaigns, update requests and photo printing. The purpose of the Support Services Specialist role is to expand overall expertise for Child Services in these areas and to offer regular support to co-workers to accomplish the work of CFCA in a supportive, harmonious team environment.
Other skills and aptitudes:
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks.
- In-depth understanding of CFCA's mission, values, principles and concepts of sustainable structures in CFCA sponsorship programs.
- Professional attitude and work habits.
- Must be able to work independently and on a team.
- Strong computer skills: word processing, data entry, spreadsheets and ability to quickly acquire knowledge of CFCA's sponsorship computer system.
- Type minimum of 35 wpm.
- Should have general office experience.
- Desire to work in service of the poor.
Qualifications: Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferably in a related field such as photography, art, printing, machine shop, etc. and six months related experience and/or training in these fields; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred qualifications: Prior experience or training in photo printing, printing, photography, machine shop or art is preferred but not required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) verbal and written skills is preferred but not required.
Salary and benefits: Salary DOE. Excellent benefit package: Health, Dental, Life AD&D, STD, LTD and 403(b) with generous paid-time-off allotment.
Submit your resume AND salary requirements to: CFCA HR, 1 Elmwood Ave., Kansas City, KS 66103; fax 913.284.2211; or e-mail in Word or PDF format to hr@cfcausa.org.
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Marketing Manager for New Channels
Christian Foundation for Children and Aging (CFCA), an international nonprofit organization sponsoring children in 22 developing countries, is seeking an individual with an entrepreneurial spirit and a heart for serving families living in poverty. For this role of Marketing Manager for New Channels, we are looking for someone who can help us find new ways to cross paths with people of all faiths and invite them to join us in the empowering adventure of sponsorship. We are looking for someone with specific skills and demonstrated experience researching and entering new markets with strategies and plans designed to meet stated goals.
This individual will research, identify, develop, implement and support new and emerging sponsor acquisition channels for CFCA’s sponsorship program. This individual will be responsible for directing and implementing effective acquisition methods that fit CFCA’s overall positioning and messaging, and developing, guiding and executing marketing strategies and plans that will raise awareness and establish market share to acquire sponsors through methods consistent with CFCA’s mission, core values and identity.
Other skills and aptitudes:
- Proven ability to analyze and present market data and incorporate it into marketing and business development plans.
- Demonstrated experience achieving results.
- Creative thinker who is highly proactive and takes ownership of projects.
- Strong strategic thinking, planning skills and ability to propose creative solutions to achieve objectives.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to clearly articulate thoughts, vision and direction.
- Excellent problem solving and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
- Although this will be a hands on role, individual must have the ability to delegate appropriate tasks, collaborate, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Required domestic travel approximately 20-30% of the time and may require up to two international trips per year.
- Experience implementing branding strategy a plus.
- Moderate to advanced computer skills in a Windows environment: Excel, Work, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business or related field, or equivalent corporate/nonprofit experience in a professional capacity plus 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in guiding, managing and implementing marketing, communications, advertising and/or business development.
Preferred qualifications: Experience in branding strategies and/or experience working with nonprofits.
Salary and benefits: Salary DOE. Excellent benefit package: Health, Dental, Life AD&D, STD, LTD and 403(b) with generous paid-time-off allotment.
Submit resume AND salary requirements to: CFCA HR, One Elmwood Ave., Kansas City, KS 66103; fax (913) 384-2211; or email in WORD or PDF format to hr@cfcausa.org.
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US Outreach Call Representative
The Call Representative is responsible for initiating contacts within the national Catholic community and promoting CFCA to prospective parishes.
Communication is predominantly completed via the telephone but will also utilize email, fax and U.S. mail.
The Call Representative must be credible and comfortable in speaking and representing CFCA by telephone, specifically in outbound cold calling and inbound customer relations.
The Representative must be energetic and persuasive, with an entrepreneurial spirit, willing to work in a team environment and motivated by the desire to serve the poor of the world.
Candidate should have a basic familiarity with the Catholic Church and the ability to work comfortably within Catholic culture. Should have strong sales and/or marketing background, customer service, administrative and call center experience.
Should possess the ability to deal with rejection and remain positive; excellent organizational skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to multitask; ability to work on a team and be a team player while having to work independently and be self-motivated; ability to understand and follow through on instructions. Strong computer skills in a Windows environment: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and database experience required.
Qualifications: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; three+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Salary and benefits: Salary DOE. Excellent benefit package: Health, Dental, Life Ad&D, STD, LTD and 403(b) with generous paid-time-off allotment.
Submit your resume AND salary requirements to: CFCA HR, 1 Elmwood Ave., Kansas City, KS 66103; fax 913.284.2211; or email in Word or PDF format to hr@cfcausa.org.
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