Director of Missions & Outreach
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Director of Missions & Outreach
Department: Student Life
Location: Tulsa, OK
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ABOUT US
Oral Roberts University is a non-profit organization whose staff and faculty
actually make a difference in the lives of its students. We pride ourselves on
our culture and the values we uphold. Our team is passionate about what we do,
and we want you to make us even better!
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ALL POSITIONS UNTIL FILLED.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- FULL TIME
The Director of Missions and Outreach provides strategic leadership for Oral
Roberts Universitys missions, outreach, and service initiatives. This
position is responsible for developing opportunities that engage students in
local, national, and international ministry and service experiences while
advancing ORUs mission of educating the whole personspirit, mind, and body.
The Director provides vision, oversight, and coordination for mission teams,
outreach experiences, service opportunities, and related student formation
initiatives. This role works collaboratively across Student Life, academic
departments, churches, ministry organizations, and external partners to create
meaningful opportunities for students to serve others, develop leadership
skills, and live out ORUs Spirit-empowered mission.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Missions and Outreach Leadership
Provide vision, strategic direction, and operational oversight for the
Universitys missions and outreach programs.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive calendar of local, national, and
international missions and outreach opportunities.
Lead the planning, recruitment, preparation, training, and deployment of
student mission teams.
Establish and maintain relationships with churches, missions
organizations, non-profit agencies, and ministry partners.
Identify new opportunities for students to engage in meaningful service,
ministry, and outreach experiences.
Ensure missions and outreach opportunities align with ORUs mission,
values, policies, and standards.
Develop processes for evaluating mission and outreach experiences and use
assessment data to strengthen future programming.
Student Engagement and Development
Recruit and encourage students to participate in missions, service, and
outreach opportunities.
Create opportunities for students to develop leadership, teamwork,
cultural awareness, and servant-leadership skills.
Provide intentional preparation and follow-up for students participating
in mission experiences.
Develop opportunities for students to engage in service locally and
throughout the broader community.
Collaborate with University departments to increase student engagement.
Foster a culture in which students understand outreach and service as an
integral part of their ORU experience.
Mission Team Administration
Oversee the logistics and administration of mission teams, including
applications, team selection, fundraising, travel coordination, risk
management, and required documentation.
Develop and facilitate pre-departure training and orientation for students
and team leaders.
Establish clear expectations and standards for students participating in
missions and outreach experiences.
Coordinate with appropriate University departments regarding international
travel, health and safety, emergency procedures, and institutional
requirements.
Provide support and communication to students, team leaders, parents, and
ministry partners throughout the mission experience.
Conduct post-trip debriefing and assessment to identify outcomes,
opportunities for improvement, and student development.
Partnerships and Community Engagement
Build strategic partnerships with local churches, ministries, nonprofit
organizations, and missions agencies.
Represent ORU in appropriate community, ministry, and missions networks.
Develop sustainable partnerships that provide meaningful opportunities for
student service and ministry.
Collaborate with academic programs and faculty when missions and outreach
opportunities can complement academic learning and professional
development.
Leadership and Supervision
Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and student leaders
associated with missions and outreach programs.
Develop student leadership opportunities within mission teams and outreach
initiatives.
Provide ongoing training, coaching, and spiritual and professional
development for student leaders.
Establish clear expectations, accountability measures, and performance
standards for team leaders and staff.
Budget and Assessment
Develop and manage the annual missions and outreach budget.
Monitor expenditures and ensure responsible stewardship of University
resources.
Assist with fundraising strategies and stewardship for mission and
outreach experiences.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators related to student
participation, engagement, learning outcomes, and mission impact.
Prepare reports and recommendations for Student Life leadership regarding
program effectiveness and future priorities.
Other Responsibilities
Participate actively in Student Life leadership meetings, initiatives, and
strategic planning.
Assist with University-wide events and initiatives as assigned.
Serve as a resource to students regarding opportunities for service,
missions, and outreach.
Respond appropriately to student concerns and emergencies related to
missions and outreach activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Student Life.
REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED:
Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.
Demonstrated experience in missions, ministry, student development,
outreach, nonprofit service, or a related field.
Experience working with college students and/or young adults.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop partnerships, and manage
complex programs.
Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and administrative
skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders
effectively.
Commitment to the mission, values, and Christian faith tradition of Oral
Roberts University.
PREFERRED:
Masters degree in student development, ministry, theology, counseling,
leadership, higher education, or a related field.
Experience leading international or domestic mission teams.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Oral Roberts University promotes equal employment opportunities for all
individuals regardless of differences in race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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