Associate General Secretary for Action and Advocacy for Justice and Peace, Washington, D.C.
Associate General Secretary for Action and Advocacy for Justice and Peace
National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA
The National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA (NCC) is seeking applicants for the position of Associate General Secretary (AGS) for Action and Advocacy for Justice and Peace. This position will be located in the NCC’s Washington D.C. offices.
Since its founding in 1950, the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA has been a leading force for ecumenical cooperation among Christians in the United States. The 37 NCC member communions — from a wide spectrum of Protestant, Anglican, Orthodox, Evangelical, historic African American and Living Peace churches — include 45 million persons in more than 100,000 local congregations in communities across the nation.
Essential Functions
Under the direction and supervision of the NCC President and General Secretary the Associate General Secretary of Action and Advocacy for Justice and Peace will:
Be the primary staff to support the Convening Table on Joint Action and Advocacy for Justice and Peace, including working closely with the co-conveners, ensuring the accuracy of the membership roster, sharing pertinent information with the table’s membership, and aiding the table as it moves forward.
Work closely with colleagues on the NCC’s priority emphasis on issues related mass incarceration and be involved with various initiatives and organizations such as the Interfaith Criminal Justice Coalition.
Work closely with staff colleagues and others on the NCC’s priority emphasis on interreligious relations with a focus on peace.
Coordinate the NCC’s “SOS communicator’s email list” created to notify member communions of advocacy letters the NCC has signed on to.
Be active in the Washington Interreligious Staff Community (WISC), attend WISC monthly meetings and its annual retreat, be aware of the WISC working groups and monitor for appropriate occasions when NCC priorities are highlighted and when the NCC may choose to sign on to Advocacy letters and/or participate in meetings with Administration or Congressional offices.
Work closely with colleagues in planning for the NCC’s Christian Unity Gathering.
Serve as liaison to the Ecumenical Advocacy Days (EAD) leadership team.
Serve as liaison to New Fire, the young adult network related to the NCC.
Serve as liaison to the NCC’s Intergenerational Think Tank (ITT).
Serve as liaison to the Ecumenical Poverty Initiative and the Circle of Protection.
Serve as liaison to the Committee on Religious Liberties.
Serve as liaison to Faiths United to Prevent Gun Violence.
Along with other staff, assist with preparation for meetings of the NCC Governing Board and committees.
Perform other duties, as assigned.
Essential Skills and Requirements
Membership in an NCC member communion.
Education, training and expertise in the content area of the Convening Table on Justice and Advocacy.
Deep understanding of ecumenism (theology and history), interchurch relationships, and pertinent ecclesial concerns.
Facilitation, consensus building and ability to connect people, ideas, work and resources.
Significant familiarity with community organizing techniques.
Passion and experience for ecumenism and the work of the National Council of Churches.
A track record of collaborative leadership and team building within complex religious organizations.
Integrity and an ability to establish and maintain trust amongst diverse constituencies and team members, and an ability to engage with proficiency with others in various leadership positions.
Creativity, forward thinking abilities and technologically savviness.
A record of and ability to infuse race, gender, and economic equality with sensitivity to disability and intergenerational concerns, throughout the organization and its work in tangible, efficient and creative ways.
Significant familiarity with community organizing techniques.
Ability to manage and oversee a budget.
Superior oral and written communications skills.
Advanced degree in theology, minimum Masters of Theological Studies, Comparative Religion or related field preferred or significant relevant experience.
Salary and Benefits
Annual salary of $116,225, and 9% pension benefits, 22 days of paid vacation, and a significant health care insurance subsidy.
Procedure and Deadline
Send a cover letter and resume by September 30, 2014 to:
Ms. Elspeth Cavert
Office Manager
National Council of Churches of Christ
110 Maryland Ave. NE
Washington, DC 20002
elspeth.cavert@nationalcouncilofchurches.us