Partner Coordinator - Grand Prairie

World Vision is hiring a Partner Coordinator to serve as US Program's liaison with ministry partners in the allocation of Storehouse resources. At a

Glance Role:

Partner Coordinator Reports to:

Senior Site Manager Location:

Grand Prairie, TX Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (eight years) work experience. In addition to education or education equivalent, 2-3 years of practical, specialized experience demonstrating the ability to work well with people is required. Experience should include partnership or relationship management or similar function.

Work Authorization:

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.A for any employer Estimated hiring range: $29 - $39 per hour The Job The Partner Coordinator will serve as US Program's liaison with ministry partners in the allocation of Storehouse resources. The Coordinator will review potential domestic ministry partners to ensure alignment with WVUS' values and ministry objectives and ensure WVUS' donated products are utilized appropriately. The Partner Coordinator is also responsible to promote volunteer opportunities within the WVUS Grand Prairie Storehouse site to community churches and organizations and provide training and oversight to volunteers. Responsibilities will include Keep Christ central in individual and corporate life. Actively participate in and contribute to the spiritual disciplines of the organization (Christian conduct, chapel, prayer, worship, devotions, and leadership of devotions); incorporate WV Core Values into decisions within scope of role.

Partner Engagement:

Serve as a liaison between US Programs operations and the community in order to attract more support and to ensure that community organizations with greatest alignment to WVUS have access to World Vision's resources. Initiate and nurture partnerships with local service providers to benefit local programmatic partners. Assisting Site Manager in assessing partnership viability, assessing challenges, and making recommendations on how to work together. Strong knowledge of local community and inform US Programs and GIK leadership about critical community needs in order to inform decision making. In collaboration with USP leadership, identify, prioritize and develop an engagement strategy for new or expanded communities.

Volunteer Engagement:

Develop and maintain a network of faith based and/or community-based organizations, businesses, and colleges as recruitment sources for volunteers and promote volunteer opportunities. Train and oversee the work of volunteers and volunteer groups, ensuring that they are performing tasks appropriately, in a safe work environment, and in a safe manner. Track volunteer and intern usage and hours; provide monthly and year-end reports as appropriate. Ensure compliance and integrity of corporate standards and policies in the use of volunteers and interns. Work collaboratively with team members when assigned to work as a member of a team. Perform other duties as assigned. Maintain awareness of corporate goals, objectives, organizational announcements, and activities. Reference and follow organizational policies and procedures, seeking clarity as needed. You bring these skills

Relationship Building:

Easily establishes a professional rapport, growing and maintaining a network of contacts. Offers compromises as necessary to gain support and participation. Proactively contacts others, despite the risk of possible rejection.

Persuasive Communication:

Asserts ideas and persuades others, gaining support and commitment from them. Influences donors and prospects to act in support of WVUS, using creative approaches to motivate them.

Cross-Cultural Sensitivity:

Communicates and interacts effectively with people from other cultures, religions, and geographies; respects and adapts to other cultures and seeks opportunities to enhance relationships. Respects different denominations.

Teamwork:

Promotes and generates cooperation and teamwork among internal and external contacts while working to achieve collective outcomes. Ensures consistent, ongoing communication with others Requirements Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree or equivalent (eight years) work experience. In addition to education or education equivalent, 2-3 years of practical, specialized experience demonstrating the ability to work well with people is required. Experience should include partnership or relationship management or similar function.

Salary & Benefits WVUS Pay Grade Level:

221 Estimated hiring range: $29 - $39 per hour The posted hiring salary range reflects pay for U.S. locations and is determined using market data and internal compensation guidelines. Actual compensation may vary depending on the candidate's geographic location, job-related experience, and applicable laws. For information about World Vision U.S' comprehensive benefits package, please visit this link. About World Vision We're a global Christian humanitarian organization. We partner with children, families, and their communities to empower them as they reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. For 75 years, World Vision has followed Jesus' example to show unconditional love to the poor and oppressed. We serve every child regardless of faith. What Happens Next? Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an initial phone conversation with a recruiter. We encourage you to submit a PDF resume and a cover letter. Our goal is to fill this vacancy with the right person in the shortest amount of time.