Mobilization Coordinator

Position Summary

As part of the Global Project team at River Valley Church, the Mobilization Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the vision to send 500 missionaries. This role is both administrative and relational in nature - providing operational support for the Missionary Action Plan (MAP) while also walking closely with individuals exploring or pursuing a call to cross-cultural missions. The Mobilization Coordinator takes initiative to plan, organize, and manage tasks that help future missionaries move from calling to commissioning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Mobilization Coordinator is required to perform a range of duties including, but not limited to:

Administrative/Operational:

• Plan, coordinate and execute MAP-related events, including cohorts, social gatherings and local evangelism opportunities

• Manage and track the transitions of the 500 - on field, itinerating, approved, retired, etc.

• Maintain accurate records for MAP and 500 in the department’s management system

• Manage The 500 email inbox

• Secure, schedule, and create itineraries for MAP cohort speakers

• Assist in building and maintaining phase-specific MAP cohorts in partnership with Global Project leadership

• Track monthly mobilization metrics

• Work in collaboration with other internal departments and campus leaders related to mobilization updates, project tasks.

• Help plan and implement department-wide initiatives related to the MAP and The 500

Relational/Care:

• Build relationships with individuals in the Missionary Action Plan, offering encouragement, guidance, and resources throughout their journey

• Serve as a consistent point of contact (along with Global Project leadership) for those discerning or preparing for cross-cultural missions

• Help individuals understand and navigate the MAP process with clarity and care

• Help foster a culture of spiritual encouragement, ownership, and readiness among MAP participants

• Continue to support, pray for and encourage those in The 500 once they are on the mission field

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Highly self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and follow through with limited direction

• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks and timelines

• Strong relational skills with the ability to build trust across teams and partners

• Demonstrated ability to think critically, offer insight, and improve processes (not just execute tasks)

• Comfortable facilitating multiple environments including casual conversations, one-on-one meetings, and group environments

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• A heart for missions and alignment with Kingdom Builders / global missions vision

• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Google Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Drive)

Education

A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is preferred. Consideration will be given to candidates which have a combination of education and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described.

Experience

Successful candidates should have at least 2 to 3 years of experience in administrative support, event planning, project management, or other related experience. A clear understanding of River Valley’s DNA, a passion for missions and experience on at least one Global Team. Experience serving in long-term missions or cross-cultural ministry is preferred.