Advocacy for Children Project Administrator

Focus on the Family

Colorado Springs, COOn-siteContractor, Temporary
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Pay
$25 to $29
an hour
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Work style
On-site
Job type
Contractor, Temporary
Posted
Oct 21
1 day ago
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About the company

Focus on the Family

Non-profit organization management · 501 to 1,000 employees

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What you'll do

  • Shares the responsibility of general administrative duties for the Advocacy for Children
  • area (examples: phone coverage, electronic filing, greeting guests, responding to general inquiries, etc.)
  • Performs other duties as assigned

What you need

  • Office environment
  • Some time in the warehouse when preparing for a conference
  • Might include standing on concrete, pushing, pulling, and lifting items
  • Education: a bachelor's degree

Key skills

Excellent writing skillsStrong organizational skillsMicrosoft OfficeSalesforceWordPressCanvaAbility to work independentlyStrong attention to detailGood listening skillsAbility to work cross-functionally

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Perks

  • Sick Time
  • Bookstore Discount
  • Fitness Center

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The Advocacy for Children Project Administrator position exists to facilitate general administration, plan, and manage projects, activities, and tactical implementation, specifically concerning aspects of Advocacy for Children initiatives. Updates and maintains Advocacy websites, content and provides improvement suggestions. Planning includes collection of requirements, knowing internal resources and dependances, development of project plans with schedule, allocation of resources , cost estimates, reporting, and analysis. Provides project status information at regular intervals and when requested. Requires general supervision and refers questionable matters to supervisor. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Understands project objectives, deliverables, and requirements and scope requirements for Advocacy initiatives Assists Director with the implementation of both internal and external Advocacy outreach efforts Interfaces with other departments within the ministry and/or outside contacts to exchange information, answer inquiries, consult on problems, and secure cooperation or approval on action to be taken Keeps project team well informed of applicable changes and information updates Resolves and/or escalates issues with the appropriate person when necessary Assists with creating, modifying, maintaining, and implementing program documentation; assists in the creation of necessary reports tracking impact of annual programs; provides input into improving reporting requirements and historical report. Participates in post-project reviews Coordinates the implementation of technical requirements and services necessary to develop, maintain, or improve programs, services, and events. Understanding Salesforce and WordPress a plus Assists in developing schedules and timelines in support of various project and budget guidelines Works with different departments to get a job done, clearly communicating the milestones for a project, following through in a timely manner on all assigned parts of a project, promptly responding to requests for information Maintains accurate program and project data, conducts supporting research, and creates reports that communicate results, impact, and historical trends. Organizes, updates, and adds Canva-created images and other approved visual content to websites, print material or reports as requested. Supports event and conference logistics, including packing and shipping materials, scheduling, preparing materials, and assisting with conference participation as needed. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Participates in post-project reviews and recommend improvements to processes, documentation, and reporting. Travels occasionally to support programs, events, or conferences, as needed. Other Duties/Responsibilities: Shares the responsibility of general administrative duties for the Advocacy for Children area (examples: phone coverage, electronic filing, greeting guests, responding to general inquiries, etc.) Performs other duties as assigned Working Environment/Physical Requirements: Office environment Some time in the warehouse when preparing for a conference Might include standing on concrete, pushing, pulling, and lifting items JOB QUALIFICATIONS Character/Spiritual: Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...” Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer Engages in Christian ministry Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values This role is considered a Spokesperson for Focus on the Family and should represent Focus’ position and tone at all times Personal Characteristics: Detail-oriented, flexible, coachable/teachable, self-motivated, organized, dependable, and team-oriented Hard-working, honest, problem solver, works well with other people Not afraid to question or constructively challenge current habits of FOF Knowledge/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Business, or equivalent experience 2-4 years of related experience Working knowledge of FOF mission, philosophy, values, and objectives, as well as budget guidelines Ability to sort through traditional or historic corporate approaches or stated limitations and develop innovative and creative ways to solve problems Creativity, imagination, team oriented, and ability to influence others Understands the use of websites and website development to educate, motivate, and inspire a target audience Skills, Abilities and Special Talents/Gifts: Ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels Proficient in use of computer hardware and software including Microsoft Office, Ability to use judgment to solve moderately complex problems within the limits of standard policy and practice Excellent writing skills with proper use of grammar and punctuation Strong organizational skills Ability to work independently Ability to manage stress and pressure of multiple projects under strict deadlines Good listening skills, with maturity and discretion in the handling of confidential and sensitive information Strong attention to detail Ability to work cross-functionally with other departments and their dependencies Stewardship Requirements: Pay Range : $25.62 to $29.94 per hour Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV *Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redactin g or removing this information. Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package. Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for: Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage AFLAC 403B Retirement Plan Vacation Time & Vacation Payout Sick Time Holidays Service Awards Community Service Days Bookstore Discount Fitness Center Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and: Medical Plan Dental Plan Vision Plan Life Insurance Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Tuition Reimbursement Warehouse Membership Reimbursement Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents. *Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for: Sick Time Bookstore Discount Fitness Center Tentative Search Timeline: Priority will be given to applications submitted by November 13, 2026. However, this posting will remain open until filled. The potential employee start date is December 7, 2026 Posting date: October 20, 2026 Un-posting date: ongoing until filled Posting contact email: job@fotf.org

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