3 Job Opportunities in Mission Service

Now Hiring: Global Ministries Senior Program Associate

Global Ministries is currently seeking a Sr. Program Associate to be based at their new HQ in Atlanta, GA. Reporting directly into the Head of Mission Volunteers, this position is essential to the network and connection with United Methodist Volunteers.  Please click here to download a .pdf with the full job description.  If interested, please click here to fill out the application online.

Now Hiring: UMVIM North Central Jurisdiction Coordinator

The North Central Jurisdiction is seeking a new UMVIM Coordinator. Please click here to download a .pdf with the full job description.  If interested, please submit the following to Rev. Melisa Bracht-Wagner by June 15, 2016: 1. A letter of intent 2. Your resume 3. Letters of recommendation from: a person who knows your UMVIM experience, a church leader, and a personal reference.

Now Hiring: UMVIM South Carolina Construction Supervisor

The South Carolina United Methodist Church Disaster Recovery is seeking two new Construction Supervisors to assist in the Northeast SC area and Central SC area. The supervisors will work directly with UMVIM teams and report directly to the Director of Recovery Ministries.   If interested, please submit the following to Ward Smith, Director of Recovery Ministries, by June 15, 2016 at wsmith@umcsc.org: 1. A letter of intent 2. Resume 3. Three References

Why Should You Invest in UMVIM Leader Training?

What is your first reaction when you see TV news footage of communities in need in the US or around the world? Unfortunately, you see this quite often. You want to help. Before you gather your clothing donations, rush to someone's aid, or try to engage others in responding, the first step is to learn how to help. That starts with training, and training is a major part of what UMVIM, SEJ offers to you. Whether you are leading a team on a short-term mission journey, or are part of a long-term recovery team after a disaster, UMVIM, SEJ offers training that ensures you--and your faith community--are prepared to help intentionally and effectively. Why support UMVIM training? Training helps disaster survivors and vulnerable communities. Ignoring training doesn't just leave the volunteer ill-equipped; even the most well-meaning people can cause harm if they don't know how to respond in the proper way. UMVIM, SEJ training is a national model of excellence. We have trained thousands of short-term mission team leaders on how to effectively lead their teams in the field. We developed our UMVIM Team Leader training classesand wrote the UMVIM Team Leader Handbook based on our 40+ years of experience in the short-term mission field. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, and the countless tornadoes and many hurricanes that our region is vulnerable to, we have been able to sharpen our best practices in the aftermath of disaster. We may have more disasters, but we have more knowledge as well.

The best ideas are exchanged. UMVIM training allows a free exchange of ideas from one conference to another. Our workshops provide fellowship and a rich learning experience. The results are clear: better coordination and enhanced skills for responders. If you can't attend training at this time in your life, won't you help someone who can? UMVIM needs your presence, your prayers, and your funding support to help sustain and update its vibrant training programs. Your contribution to UMVIM training will ultimately have a ripple effect that allow thousands of people in need get the best kind of help from our volunteers. Please help ensure our training goes on for years to come. Please give generously to Advance number 901875 at www.umcmission.org/give or mail your check to: UMVIM, SEJ, 100 Centerview Drive, Suite 210, Birmingham, AL 35216. Thank you for your continued prayers and generosity!  Grace and peace, Paulette West UMVIM, SEJ Executive Director