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Children's Hunger Fund (CHF) is an evangelical Christian non-profit organization founded in 1991. CHF seeks to alleviate the suffering of children by equipping God's Church to communicate the Gospel through effective compassion ministry. We currently have these positions available:
See below for specific details.
IT Applications Coordinator
Location: Pacoima, CA
Organization
Children's Hunger Fund (CHF) is an evangelical Christian non-profit organization founded in 1991. The mission of CHF is to alleviate the suffering of children by equipping God's Church to communicate the Gospel through effective compassion ministry.
Summary
The IT Applications Coordinator manages IT services related to applications. The position reports directly to the IT Director and works closely with the IT Service Desk Assistant. The position is located at Headquarters in Pacoima, CA. The position is full-time, exempt, and includes benefits. Salary depends on experience.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Application development
- Application training and support
- Database administration
- Recommend and maintain standardized software for desktops and laptops
- Resolve service desk issues such as bug reports and feature requests
- Report monthly on projects
Other Duties & Responsibilities
- Work closely with 3rd party vendors and consultants related to applications development and deployment
- Meet with departments to maintain and support application portfolios
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Does not currently have supervisory responsibilities
Qualifications
- At least one of the following
- Four-year degree in computer science and two years of IT-related experience
- Two-year degree in another field and four years of software development experience
- At least two years of IT experience working for a non-profit organization (helpful, not required)
- Experience developing with PHP or other web-based programming language
- Certifications may be beneficial but not necessary
Skills
- Strong programming and scripting skills
- Model-View-Controller (MVC) design and development
- Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP (LAMP) development
- Familiarity with Microsoft IIS and SQL Server
- Proficiency with computer systems and software applications is expected
Software
- Microsoft Windows 7
- Microsoft Office 2007 Professional
- Internet Explorer 8 (this position may also require Firefox, Safari, Chrome, and Opera)
- Eclipse IDE w/ PHP and Aptana (Adobe Dreamweaver CS4 may also be available)
- Joomla 1.5 (and potentially other open-source content management systems)
- Windows SharePoint Services 3 (for intranet development and use)
- Microsoft IIS and Microsoft SQL Server (2008 or later)
- Linux, Apache, and MySQL
- MySQL Workbench
- PuTTY (SSH client)
Physical Demands
- Prolonged periods of computer use
Equipment
Work Environment
- Normal office environment
Interested Parties
Please email your cover letter and resume to Children's Hunger Fund (paste them in the message box) or fax them to 818-899-9552 with a cover page indicating the position you are interested in applying for. If you submit your information through our website, we will send you an email confirming we received it. No phone calls regarding employment please.
If you meet the qualifications for an open position, we will contact you to begin the application process. However, due to the number of inquiries and submissions we receive for employment, we are unable to respond to follow up requests. Please understand that we greatly appreciate your interest in working at CHF and we are truly grateful for your support. We pray that God would bless you in your endeavor to find work in which you can serve Him and bring glory to His name.
Marketing Coordinator
Location: Pacoima, CA
Organization
Children's Hunger Fund (CHF) is an evangelical Christian non-profit organization founded in 1991. The mission of CHF is to alleviate the suffering of children by equipping God's Church to communicate the Gospel through effective compassion ministry.
Summary
The Marketing Coordinator conducts and evaluates market research, assists in the development of targeted programs and promotional strategies, and effectively conveys direct messaging in line with the organization's identity through all branches. These strategies include donor acquisition, retention, and development.
This full-time, exempt position is located at Corporate Headquarters in Pacoima, CA, reports to the Creative and Marketing Director, and works closely with the creative and marketing team to develop CHF's local and national presence through creating and implementing promotional strategies and coordinating all media-related activities. Compensation depends on experience. A generous benefit package is included (medical, dental, retirement, etc.)
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, scheduling, and implementation of marketing strategies
- Develop viable and innovative promotional campaigns and programs
- Work closely with Regional Directors to develop and implement regional marketing strategies Review market research and identify observable trends as well as competitor methods
- Review current tactics and ask points, evaluating success, and recommending change when necessary
- Evaluate donor data, identifying donor segments and demographics
- Assist writing copy for direct mail pieces, websites, and other marketing materials Write and pitch press releases, by-line articles, advertisements, and other material consistent with organizational messaging and according to accepted journalistic standards
- Develop and manage relationships and requests from online, print, and broadcast media
- Assist in arranging speaking opportunities and coordinating company spokespersons Review editorial schedules for publications
- Arrange press attendance for events Provide current media materials for press and organization spokespersons
- Manage external agency activities relative to promotional concerns
- Travel may be required domestically and internationally occasionally
- Attend and assist with coordinating volunteer, donor, and promotional events
Qualifications
- Received Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord Maturing in a personal relationship with Christ for at least three years
- Active in a local church for the last consecutive three years
- Bachelor's degree in public relations, marketing, journalism, or communications
- 5 or more years professional experience in a related field
- Advertising or public relations agency experience preferred Experience in direct sales and customer service preferred.
Skills
- Creative writing
- Public speaking
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Negotiation and persuasion
- Able to multi-task
- Able to meet deadlines
- Able to collaborate in a team environment
Software
- Microsoft Office (required)
Physical Demands
- Occasionally lifts under 50 lbs.
- Able to set up and break down a display booth occasionally.
- Able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
- Moves around inside the office occasionally to access file cabinets and utilize office machinery.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a copy machine and printer.
- Able to exchange accurate information verbally and in writing constantly.
Equipment
- Computer Phone
- Work Environment
- Office Cubicle
Interested Parties
Please email your cover letter and resume to Children's Hunger Fund (paste them in the message box) or fax them to 818-899-9552 with a cover page indicating the position you are interested in applying for. If you submit your information through our website, we will send you an email confirming we received it. No phone calls regarding employment please.
If you meet the qualifications for an open position, we will contact you to begin the application process. However, due to the number of inquiries and submissions we receive for employment, we are unable to respond to follow up requests. Please understand that we greatly appreciate your interest in working at CHF and we are truly grateful for your support. We pray that God would bless you in your endeavor to find work in which you can serve Him and bring glory to His name.
Regional Director, Midwest
Location: Homewood, IL
Organization Description
Children's Hunger Fund (CHF) is an evangelical Christian non-profit organization founded in 1991. The mission of CHF is to alleviate the suffering of children by equipping God's Church to communicate the Gospel through effective compassion ministry.
Summary
The Regional Director provides leadership, oversight, and assistance in all departments in the local branch including Ministry Development, Resource Development, and Operations. This person serves as the face of CHF in the region. This position reports directly to the Vice President and works closely with the Executive Team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Ministry Development
Identify approach, cultivate, maintain and report on prospective and existing partner churches and all related activity. Meet ministry requirements, in terms of number of contacts and processes, for selecting, qualifying, developing, and approving partner churches.
Resource Development
Identify, solicit, cultivate, maintain and report on prospective and existing donors, individual and corporate, and all related activity. Meet resource goals for monetary and product donations. Represent CHF at various events, speak publicly and travel occasionally.
Operations
Perform all administrative functions in cooperation with directors at headquarters including communications, information technology, finance and human resources. Develop marketing campaigns, prepare budgets, promote and enforce company policy, and address technological issues as needed. Manage facility, vehicles and volunteer efforts (occasionally conducted on Saturdays.)
Other Duties
Glorify Christ at all times by obeying the Bible.
International travel may be required at least once a year.
Travel to headquarters will be required at least, but not limited to, four times per year.
Qualifications
- Received Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
- Maturing in a personal relationship with Him for at least five years
- Active member in good standing in a local church for at least three years
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Five years experience in business or ministry leadership
OR equivalent experience
- Humble, servant leader
- Effective, team builder
- Organized, strategic planner
- Excellent verbal and written communicator
- Computer literate and proficient
Supervisory
- Direct reports include Director of Ministry Development, Director of Resource Development, Director of Distribution, (Administrative Assistant, and Volunteer Coordinator).
- Lead staff in team building and professional development.
- Administer reviews, commendation and counsel.
- Manage schedules and track attendance.
Communication
- Input MD and RD data, the previous week's activity (Sat-Thurs), into Raiser's Edge on a daily basis - delegate to staff as needed.
- Create an OP activity report summarizing the previous week's activity (Sat-Thurs) and e-mail to the Executive Team every Thursday.
- Review all past and projected activity with Executive Team via telephone weekly.
Physical Demands
Occasionally lift under 50 lbs
Training
CHF leadership development
CHF vision planning
Financial Responsibilities
Create and maintain annual budget approved by Executive Team
Equipment
- Commercial vehicles (Class C)
- Forklift
- Pallet Jack
Work Environment
Office
Warehouse
Various locations
Interested Parties
Please email your cover letter and resume to Children's Hunger Fund (paste them in the message box) or fax them to 818-899-9552 with a cover page indicating the position you are interested in applying for. If you submit your information through our website, we will send you an email confirming we received it. No phone calls regarding employment please.
If you meet the qualifications for an open position, we will contact you to begin the application process. However, due to the number of inquiries and submissions we receive for employment, we are unable to respond to follow up requests. Please understand that we greatly appreciate your interest in working at CHF and we are truly grateful for your support. We pray that God would bless you in your endeavor to find work in which you can serve Him and bring glory to His name.
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