National MPD Coach (Development)

National MPD Coach (Development) Work Location: Remote - USA Schedule: Full time To advance the purpose of InterVarsity, this position will train, coach, and provide spiritual and emotional encouragement for new and veteran staff to reach or exceed 100% of their assigned ministry budget. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Personal: Be a maturing disciple of Jesus Christ: growing in love for God, God's Word, God's people of every ethnicity and culture, and God's purposes in the world Be a maturing disciple of Jesus Christ by pursuing a vibrant relationship with the triune God through engagement with Scripture, prayer, and worship, both individually and in community Take initiative in personal growth, especially in the areas of emotional and spiritual health, self-awareness, and cross-cultural understanding. Be committed to and live consistently with InterVarsity’s Frame of Reference (see below) in behavior and attitude. Grow in understanding of, appreciation for, and personal practice of ministry partnership development yourself as a way of fundraising, understanding it can also be a venue for spiritual formation. Train staff in MPD: Incorporate and practice spiritual formation principles and practices throughout the ministry partnership development process. Train the MPD core practices which include the MPD cycle (Identify, Engage, Ask, Follow up, Thank, Report) and MPD organization (using DonorElf) as part of InterVarsity’s MPD training curriculum During coaching sessions, continually identify skill gaps of individual coachees and offer individualized training to close those gaps. Offer contextualized MPD training for the diversity of InterVarsity’s movement, including but not limited to gender, race & ethnicity, communication styles and geography. Coach and lead new staff or veteran staff to full funding: Lead staff through the spiritual and emotional practices of MPD with pastoral care. Coach staff through the MPD cycle, using our MPD dept’s best practices and expectations. Provide contextualized MPD coaching for the ethnic, gender and geographic diversity of the movement With each staff, set clear expectations, using coaching agreements. Schedule and execute weekly coaching calls with staff to: Set clear MPD goals based on national benchmarks Coach using the GROW model with situational leadership overlay Review DonorElf data and use to identify next steps Analyze prospect lists and expand networks together Discuss emotional blocks to MPD and identify possible solutions Provide accountability and encouragement Offer contextualized strategies for engaging with staff’s unique network Contribute to the effectiveness of the national MPD coaches team: Partner with other national MPD coaches to execute MPD training and coaching Consult with fellow MPD coaches, providing helpful resources and advice Monitor, test, and update MPD best practices Provide regular reports to Associate Director of MPD as requested Contribute to our weekly team call and join our annual off-site multi-day meetings, where we connect as a team, pray, discuss coaching strategy and collaborate on serving coachees. Attend and train at field and national meetings as requested, representing the MPD dept. Maintain and develop personal MPD team: Raise 100% of your ministry budget annually Identify individuals and churches to partner each year, actively growing your network of relationships Engage current and prospective partners annually Make asks each year, following up all asks to closure Individually thank all partners and communicate with donors monthly via prayer updates Review financial reports for accuracy and ensuring that spending is within budget Continue professional growth and development: Stay current with development industry changes Dedicate oneself to growing in cross-cultural skills, in line with InterVarsity’s SHIFT training. Stay current with computer software used by InterVarsity and the MPD Team Pursue opportunities to grow as an MPD Coach, trainer, and leader. QUALIFICATIONS Annually affirm InterVarsity’s Statement of Agreement. Abide by InterVarsity’s Code of Conduct Bachelor’s degree is required 3 – 5 years’ experience with personal fundraising Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to handle multiple projects/people at once, organize events, coaching appointments, travel, training events and the details involved Ability to maintain accurate records and files Ability to take charge of tasks and work independently without close supervision Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines Ability and willingness to hold people accountable and have difficult conversations Leadership skills including problem solving and strong conflict resolution skills Excellent relationship builder and team player who can collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization Open to learn new concepts, methods and skills. A working knowledge of current Microsoft software applications (Word, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, and PowerPoint) Demonstrated ability and commitment to work in a diverse team environment Ability to lift at least 35 pounds Willing to travel as needed We are seeking both Full-Time and Part-time positions. Pay Range: $49,296.00 - $65,724.00 per year Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package, including health care and retirement savings with a match. Eligibility is based on employee type and hours worked. Benefits include the following: 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan 403(b) matching contributions Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discounts Flexible work schedule Flexible spending accounts Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Vision insurance Equal Employment Opportunity: InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all staff share the same religious commitment.  Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e 1(a)) InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with InterVarsity’s Statement of Agreement: Purpose and Doctrinal Basis because InterVarsity believes that each and every staff plays a vital role in advancing InterVarsity’s mission and purposes.