Crusade Administration Manager

Is God calling you to ministry?

For over 70 years, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has proclaimed the Gospel through its various ministries. Whether you work at our headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove (BGTC) in Asheville, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Broadcasting (BRB) in Asheville, North Carolinaor a field office abroad, you are part of a team of committed Christians working together to reach people to the ends of the earth with the Gospel.

CHRISTIAN PURPOSE AND EXPECTATIONS:

All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, and thereby further BGEA’s religious mission.

Department Detail –Crusade Ministries exists to carry on the mission of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association by proclaiming the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to all by every effective means available for equipping the church and others to do the same. Crusade teams work in cities around the world mobilizing, encouraging, and training local church leaders to create the actual evangelistic meeting where both the saved and unsaved will hear the Gospel message and be given an opportunity to either invite Jesus Christ into their hearts for the first time or recommit their lives in service to the Lord. After the invitation, the Crusades Ministries works with the local church to ensure all who have made a decision for Christ are given the opportunity to assimilate into the local church and to receive training as a disciple.

Job Summary – The Crusade Administration Manager position directs administrative, support, and organizational objectives of Office of Crusade Ministries and Training Team, as appropriate and as deemed necessary by Vice President of Crusades.

Ministry Requirements

• Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
• Faithfully upholds BGEA in prayer
• Participates in daily BGEA staff devotions including Bible reading, and leading group prayer as schedule permits
• Demonstrates behavior aligned with BGEA’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Hallmarks, policies, and expectations
• Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs the administrative and support team and oversees the daily operations of the HQ Office of Crusade Ministries
• Serves as a liaison with Office of Crusade Ministries personnel, as well as external business partners and contacts
• Oversees the Office of Crusade Ministries during the absence of the Vice President of Crusades from the International Headquarters (IHQ) office and communicates pertinent information to the Vice President of Crusades
• Oversees and approves the execution of all Crusade-related contracts
• Maintains a master calendar of all Office of Crusade Ministries activities and events
• Maintains the Crusade Team Calendar
• Ensures the effective implementation and completion of all aspects of the Developmental Performance Review (DPR) process
• Supervises and coordinates special projects as assigned by the Vice President of Crusades
• Responsible for the creation and renewal of Independent Contractor Agreements used within Crusade Ministries
• Responsible for serving the team in getting informational technology (IT) needs met from the initial office set through the completion of the ministry event

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs other duties assigned by Vice President of Crusades
• Provides logistical support to Crusade field offices, as needed
• Provides logistical support to teams during Crusade events, as needed
• Maintains and oversees appropriate communication and coordination with the Legal Department and other BGEA departments, as needed
• Works directly with Human Resources to develop and revise job descriptions, as needed
• Works collaboratively with the Crusade Finance Administrator, as needed, on budgeting and auditing activities while monitoring individual area budgets

Job Specifications

Skills and Knowledge 

• Bachelor-level degree in Business Administration or related discipline, or three (3) years' experience in similar position
• Strong administrative, organizational, planning, and project management skills, with the ability to develop, manage, and track assigned projects
• Strong financial and budgeting skills, with the ability to monitor expenses and meet established financial and budgetary goals
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong grammar and composition, with the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and courteously
• Strong interpersonal and relational skills, with the ability to work effectively with individuals at all organizational levels and across diverse cultural and international settings
• Ability to exercise sound, mature judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information and situations with discretion
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a solution-oriented approach to identifying appropriate and effective resolutions
• Awareness and understanding of international and cultural differences, dynamics, and procedures
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with relevant software applications
• Ability to identify resources, build effective networks, and coordinate information and support as needed
• Ability to establish realistic goals, prioritize responsibilities, adapt to changing priorities, and follow through to achieve desired results
• Ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President of Crusades
• Professional appearance and demeanor consistent with representing BGEA

Physical/Mental Demands

• Ability to work productively in stressful conditions and under deadline pressures
• Travel internationally when needed

Working Conditions

• Conventional office environment

Mission Statement

Continuing the lifelong work of Billy Graham, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association exists to support and extend the evangelistic calling and ministry of Franklin Graham by proclaiming the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to all we can by every effective means available to us and by equipping the church and others to do the same.

Statement of Faith

These core beliefsmakeup thefoundation upon whichall ourministryendeavorsare based.

• Webelievethe Bibleto betheinspired,the onlyinfallible,authoritativeWordofGodrevealing thelove ofGod to the world.  (1Thessalonians2:13;2Timothy3:15-17;John 3:16).
• WebelievethatthereisoneGod,eternallyexistent in three persons: Father,Son,and HolySpirit.
  (Matthew28:19; John 10:30;Ephesians4:4-6).
• Webelieveinthe deityofthe LordJesusChrist,inHisvirgin birth,inHissinlesslife,inHismiracles,inHis vicariousand atoning death through His shed blood on the cross,in Hisbodilyresurrection,inHisascensionto theright handofthe Father,andinHispersonalreturninpowerand glory. (Matthew 1:23;John 1:1-4 and1:29;Acts1:11and 2:22-24;Romans8:34;1Corinthians15:3-4;2 Corinthians5:21; Philippians2:5-11;Hebrews1:1-4 and 4:15).
• Webelievethatall men everywhere are lostandfacethe judgmentofGod,thatJesusChrististhe onlyway of salvation,andthat forthe salvationoflostand sinfulman, repentanceofsinandfaithinJesusChristresultsin regeneration bythe HolySpirit.Furthermore, we believethatGod willreward the righteouswitheternal life inheaven,andthatHe willbanish the unrighteousto everlasting punishment inhell.(Luke24:46-47;John 14:6;Acts4:12;Romans3:23;2Corinthians5:10-11;Ephesians1:7 and2:8-9; Titus3:4-7).
• Webelieveinthe present ministryofthe HolySpirit,whose indwelling enablesthe Christian tolive agodly life. (John 3:5-8;Acts1:8and 4:31; Romans8:9;1 Corinthians2:14;Galatians5:16-18;Ephesians6:12;Colossians2:6-10).
• Webelieveinthe resurrection ofboththe saved andthe lost;the saved untothe resurrection ofeternallife and the lostuntothe resurrection ofdamnationandeternalpunishment.(1 Corinthians15:51-57; Revelation20:11-15).
• Webelieveinthe spiritual unityofbelieversinthe LordJesusChristand thatall true believersaremembersofHisbody, the church.  (1 Corinthians12:12,27; Ephesians1:22-23).
• Webelievethattheministryofevangelism(sharing andproclaiming themessage ofsalvationonlypossiblebygrace throughfaithinJesusChrist)and discipleship(helpingfollowersofChristgrowup intomaturityinChrist)isa responsibilityofallfollowersofJesusChrist.  (Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15;1 Peter 3:15).
• WebelieveGod’splanfor humansexualityisto be expressed onlywithinthe contextofmarriage,that Godcreatedman andwoman asunique biologicalpersonsmadefor each other.Godinstitutedmonogamousmarriage between male andfemale asthefoundation ofthefamilyand the basicstructure of human society.Forthisreason,we believethat marriageisexclusivelythe union ofonegeneticmale andone geneticfemale. (Genesis2:24;Matthew19:5-6; Mark10:6-9;Romans1:26-27;1 Corinthians6:9).
• We believe that we must dedicate ourselves to prayer, to the service of our Lord, to His authority over ourlives, and to the ministry of evangelism.  (Matthew 9:35-38; 22:37-39, and 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15 and 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10; Colossians 2:6-10; 1 Peter 3:15).
• We believe that human life is sacred from conception to its natural end; and that we must have concern for the physical and spiritual needs of our fellowmen.  (Psalm 139:13; Isaiah 49:1; Jeremiah 1:5; Matthew 22:37-39; Romans 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10).
• We believe God wonderfully and immutably creates each person a biological male or female.  These two distinct, but complementary sexes together reflect the image and likeness of God.  Rejection of one’s biological sex is a rejection of God’s merciful design and creative order.  (Genesis 1:26-27; Mark 10:6; 1 Corinthians 6:9; Deuteronomy 22:5).

Expectations for Ministry Employment

Asan employee ofBillyGrahamEvangelisticAssociation:

• I acknowledge that the Lord Jesus Christ is my personal Savior and that I am a personal representative of Him.
• I understand that BGEA is a Christian organization whose purpose is proclaiming the message of the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ throughout the world.
• I agree that the purpose of my employment with BGEA is to further its Christian purpose, that I am prepared to assist in accomplishing that purpose, and that my role with BGEA plays a vital part in carrying out its Christian purpose and mission.
• I understand that I must exhibit conduct that is consistent with BGEA’s expectations, whether at work or away from work, in keeping with scriptural teachings and principles as set forth in God’s Word, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, and BGEA’s policies including Christian Conduct.
• I understand that BGEA has the right and the responsibility to ensure that its Christian religious purpose is carried on with the highest standards and is not harmed or impeded by conduct that is inconsistent with the Bible, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, its Christian religious purpose, or its policies
• I understand that any of my conduct which is not in keeping with the scriptural teachings and principles as set forth in God’s Word, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, and BGEA’s policies, is inconsistent with BGEA’s Christian religious purpose.
• I understand that if my conduct is determined by BGEA to be inconsistent with its Christian religious purpose, the result will be corrective action up to and including termination from employment.

The Title VII Exception for Employment

The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) is a faith-based religious organization committed to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through every effective means.  Consistent with our charitable purpose to share the Christian faith, a requirement for employment at BGEA is affirmation and adherence to our Christian Statement of Faith. Our Statement of Faith prerequisite for employment is based upon federal law set forth in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000e-1.