Duties

1. Video and Design Content Development
   1. Develop creative concepts to strengthen engagement from current and new audiences
   2. Capture and curate video content for individual social media platforms
   3. Create channel-specific video content that aligns with the Joni and Friends brand while also staying current with channel-specific engagement tactics, tools and trends
   4. Develop social media graphics and video thumbnails that align with strategies and campaigns
   5. Execute channel posting schedules ensuring content is optimized and tracked for performance
   6. Recommend creative opportunities for engagement including giveaways, campaigns, and collaborations
   7. Serve as a Joni and Friends persona on social media channels as needed
2. Ministry Collaboration
   1. Take part in touchpoint collaboration meetings with Marketing, Field, and Area Ministry teams to understand needs, outreach opportunities, ministry impact, testimonies, and stories
   2. Assist with the development of social media content plans
   3. Provide best practices and instruction on how to capture compelling content
   4. Attend local events to capture content of ministry at work
3. Monitor analytics and communicate insights to management and relevant teams
4. Track industry trends in social medial tools, channels, design, and strategy; make recommendations to increase Joni and Friends social media engagement
5. Participate in cross-functional teams as requested to build synergy with Development and Marketing professionals; these teams will be tasked with brainstorming new strategies and test models, as well as joint data analysis and reporting outcomes
6. Other duties and projects as assigned by the Supervisor to support department and organizational needs

Qualifications

• Must possess a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ and agree with the Joni and Friends statement of faith
• Desire to serve in a growing and dynamic Christian service ministry
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to write compelling copy across channels
• Experience managing social media accounts on behalf of an organization or public figure
• Professional video and design skills
• Must possess excellent computer skills and strong capabilities in Microsoft Office 365 applications and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Rush, and Illustrator) with the aptitude to learn additional software programs
• Understanding of social media best practices using data to inform decision making
• Ability to organize and prioritize a wide range of daily tasks with varied deadlines
• Understanding of Christian ministry and specifically Joni and Friends is desirable

This is a temporary full-time position working ASAP - end of June, 2024.
Compensation $22.00 - $23.00 per hour (hybrid position -Mon, Tue, Thu in office, Wed and Fri - remote)

Prior to applying for any position with Joni and Friends, all applicants must review our Statement of Faith and Mission Statement (below).

MINISTRY LIFE:

Joni and Friends desire is to glorify God in the way we conduct ourselves, and in the work we do. Employment at Joni and Friends is not just a job but a calling from God to serve and share the gospel with people living with disabilities. We desire to see the local church become a place of belonging for every family living with disabilities. We want every employee to excel in their walk with Christ and at their job. We purposely create a ministry-wide prayer life environment and offer leadership, and general training to help employees “Lead like Jesus*” and perform their work with excellence.

CHRISTIAN DISABILITY MINISTRY ENGAGEMENT:

Every employee at Joni and Friends, regardless of their specific role is expected to grow and develop as a Christian Disability Ministry Leader (CDML). This implies a continuous journey of learning and involvement, where employees engage not only in Joni and Friends’ programs but also extend their ministry efforts to their local Christ-honoring churches. This core competency includes:

Active Participation – Actively participate in ministry, both within the organization and their local Christ-honoring churches (if possible and to what degree they are able), advocating for participation of people with disabilities

Continuous Growth – Besides Lead Like Jesus and Beyond Suffering trainings, continue to develop in the realm of disability ministry

Culture of Belonging Approach – Encourage a culture of belonging ensuring that the needs of the disability community are addressed with grace and understanding

Integration of Faith and Work – Ensure that Christian values are a driving force in all aspects of work

Below outlines the Biblical Commission, Vision, Mission, and Values of Joni and Friends which employees are required to believe and uphold.

BIBLICAL COMMISSION:

“Go out quickly in the streets and alleys of the town and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame…go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full.” Luke 14:21-23 (NIV)

VISION:

“A world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ.”

MISSION:

“To glorify God as we communicate the Gospel and mobilize the global church to evangelize, disciple and serve people living with disability.”

VALUES:

1. Honor God in everything we do
2. Build relationships based on trust and respect
3. Maintain integrity and excellence in programs and services
4. Practice responsible stewardship

* Lead Like Jesus is a course of study provided to all employees and is based on the book written by Ken Blanchard and Phil Hodges of the same name. The Lead Like Jesus course is the model which governs our ministry culture and contributes significantly to Joni and Friends maintaining its certification as a “Best Christian Workplace” according to surveys by the Best Christian Workplace Institute (BCWI).