Assistant Director of Community Learning and Partnerships - Candler School of Theology

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Working within The Candler Foundry at Emory’s Candler School of Theology, the Assistant Director of Community Learning and Partnerships cultivates rich and durable relationships with a diverse range of congregations, community groups, and other institutions (e.g., libraries, museums, non-profits, faith-based start-ups, businesses, etc.) for the purpose of fostering new pathways for theological education beyond Candler’s degree programs. The individual will have three primary responsibilities: (1) create and sustain congregational and other public-facing networks through which individuals and organizations can share resources, collaborate on educational initiatives, and come together to participate in programs and events through The Candler Foundry; (2) oversee and set vision for the Foundry’s Courses in the Community program, Leadership Collaborative workshops, and Unstuck discernment resources; (3) collaborate with The Candler Foundry team in imagining new initiatives, resources, events, and partnerships designed to make theological exploration more accessible and engaging for public audiences. The assistant director will report to the Executive Director of The Candler Foundry and will collaborate closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including the Foundry staff, Candler faculty, alumni, students, and community leaders in and beyond Atlanta.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in directing the strategic planning, development, and implementation of programs.
• Represents the organization at meetings, conferences and other events.
• May develop and present speeches or presentations to generate or enhance awareness of program(s).
• Provides technical support by evaluating established processes, conducting training, attending operational meetings and networking with affiliated groups.
• Monitors progress toward achieving established objectives and deadlines.
• Participates in planning, administering and monitoring program related budgets.
• Conducts research, designs new initiatives, and collaborates with others to ensure program(s) remain viable.
• May serve on, hold office in, or chair committees.
• May write publishable articles and papers.
• May supervise staff.
• Oversees or assists in developing operational and statistical reports for management and regulatory agencies.
• Ensures required records and documentation are maintained.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• Develops strategic vision for and oversees the implementation of two core Foundry programs: Courses in the Community and Leadership Collaboratives.
• Cultivates strategic partnerships with a range of external stakeholders for The Foundry, including faith leaders, denominations, community organizations, business and non-profit leaders, artists, and educators.
• Offers thought leadership on a range of topics related to public theological education through conferences, publications, and public forums (podcasts, webinars, blogs, etc.).
• Evaluates the effectiveness of programs and participates in planning, administering, and monitoring program related budgets and outcomes.
• Conducts research, designs new initiatives, and/or collaborates with colleagues to ensure program(s) remain effective and strategically aligned.
•  May serve on, hold office in, or chair committees at Candler.
• May write publishable articles and papers.
• May supervise staff or student workers.
• May teach and/or conduct research related to their fields of expertise.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program(s) and five years of program related experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master’s-level degree in theological studies (MDiv, MTS, etc.).
• Experience working in congregational ministry, community organizing, and/or other modes of public-facing work.
• A demonstrated capacity for building relationships across lines of theological, cultural, and racial difference.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to collaborate with clergy, lay leaders, and other community partners.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Advanced theological training (PhD, ThD, or DMin) or advanced training in other relevant fields (MBA, JD, etc.).

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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