About this role
GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT ASSOCIATE
Department: Missions
Reports to: Global Engagement Manager
Location: Riverside, CA
Job Type: Seasonal, part-time, 20 hours per week
JOB DETAILS:
The Global Engagement Associate provides essential administrative and logistical support for all Global Engagement efforts, including short-term trips, special events and campus efforts at Sandals Church. The Associate will work closely with the GE team to ensure a smooth and organized experience for all GE participants and leaders.
SOME KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Applicant & Team Management: Assist in the trip application process, scheduling and coordinating interviews, and team placement.
• Administrative & Logistical Support: Assist in completing administrative tasks related to mission trips, including processing paperwork, ensuring completion of background checks, and maintaining participant records.
• Travel Coordination: Assist in planning all travel logistics, including booking flights, arranging airport transportation, and managing accommodation details for teams. Ensure all travel-related documentation is complete and accessible.
• Communication: Communicate regularly with trip participants regarding deadlines, required paperwork, fundraising goals, and training schedules. Respond to inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Financial Administration: Work with the Global Engagement Manager to track trip-related finances, process payments and donations, and assist with budget management.
• Database Management: Maintain and update the Global Engagement database with accurate participant information, trip details, and financial data.
• Support & Coordination: Provide support to the Global Engagement Manager, the Global Engagement Lead, and volunteer team leaders as needed to ensure the successful execution of all mission trips.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an administrative, logistical, or coordinator role.
• Experience in a ministry or non-profit setting is a plus.
• Core Competencies:
• Detail-Oriented: Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Google Workspace. Experience with database management is a plus.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively and take direction from a supervisor.
• Personal Qualifications: A mature Christian with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a passion for supporting global missions. Must be in full agreement with the Statement of Faith and core values of Sandals Church.
Compensation
Pay Range: $20–$23 per hour Rate determined by experience and our internal compensation structure.
*Sandals Church is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of Sandals Church as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent us from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all employees share the same religious commitment, which is central to our mission.