Church History Multi-Area Manager at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

JOB DESCRIPTION

• The Church History Area Manager assists the Church History Department in its purpose to help God's children come unto Christ through sacred covenants by managing all efforts to collect, preserve, and share Church history throughout the Africa Central Area.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Area Presidency by providing a bridge between the Church History Department and the Area, managing and coordinating all operational elements of Church history work, and becoming a subject matter expert.
• Lead efforts to collect and preserve historically significant records (e.g., oral histories, photographs, journals, etc.).
• Train and direct a network of volunteers to carry out Church History Department priorities & initiatives.
• Provide information and support to Area Presidency and Area Office staff, contribute to area initiatives, develop plans and budgets, and actively participate in area committees.
• Consult with Area Office personnel and other headquarters departments to share Church history through websites, publications, exhibits, historic markers, and anniversary events

QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in management, history, library & archival studies, anthropology, religious studies, or related fields.  Master’s Degree or PhD preferred.
• 8-10 years of professional experience managing people and working cross-functionally, with demonstrated abilities to teach, motivate, and mentor a volunteer workforce. Transnational experience desired.
• Ability to thrive in collaborative situations, resolve difficult issues in a professional manner, perceive and analyze situations accurately, and meet objectives under strict deadlines. 
• Proven high level interpersonal skills with the ability to engage appropriately with senior level ecclesiastical and professional leaders.
• High degree of organizational and project management skills
• Knowledge of Church history in the Africa Central Area and broad understanding of general Church history, including proven research skills.
• Strong oral & written communication skills in English and French.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and facility with new technologies.
• Ability to innovative and devise creative solutions to problems