Church and Community Consultant

Midwest Region Christian Reformed World Relief Committee, Chicago area, USA based
Deadline: June 22, 2007

The Christian Reformed World Relief Committee, an agency of the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA), has a full-time opening for a Church and Community Consultant based in the Chicago area. With a vision for building the capacity of Christians to expand ministry to their communities, this position nurtures existing and supports the development of new community ministries through leadership training and church-based community development consulting. The successful applicant must be energetic with a pioneer spirit and a demonstrated ability to implement, improve, and integrate community ministry programs through consultation.

A master’s degree in a related field or a minimum of 4 years of experience related to community or organizational development consultation experience preferred. A minimum of 8 years of cross-cultural experience is essential. Membership in the Christian Reformed Church (CRC) or the willingness to join the CRC is preferred. Eligibility to work in the US is required. English written and verbal communication skills required; Spanish language skills desired.

Relocation expenses will be reimbursed.In keeping with our Equal Opportunity policy, we encourage applicants from any ethnic (racial) community and applicants with disabilities.

A detailed job description and application form is available at www.crcna.org or www.crwrc.org. For consideration, submit your resume along with a letter of interest and completed application form (electronic copy preferred) by June 22, 2007 to:

Director of PersonnelChristian Reformed Church in North America2850 Kalamazoo Ave. SEGrand Rapids, MI 49560-05001.800.701.8992 / FAX 616.224.5896Email: apply@crcna.org