Would you like to use your education or experience in communications, writing, or journalism to make a lasting impact on the world of missions while developing professionally, personally, and spiritually? We offer well-rounded development, genuine community, and more.

THE ORGANIZATION:

JAARS is a multidisciplinary team of problem-solvers committed to the belief—and the vision—that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.

• We follow Christ’s example of sacrificial servanthood, looking first to the interest of others.
• We strive for excellence – learning and improving together.
• We are not content with the status quo. We question assumptions and seek new approaches while working hand-in-hand with global field partners to identify, design, test, refine, and implement solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training that can be sustained going forward.

THE POSITION:

We’re looking for adults in their early career stage who have completed an accredited post-secondary degree, value global ministry, and are collaborative.

The Web Content Fellow will play an integral role in the JAARS Engagement department by supporting the current Engagement team in website (and related digital media) management. He or she will assist regularly creating written content for the website, other digital media, and print needs. He or she will also assist with ensuring the delivery of web and digital content to audiences through basic content design and production.

Fellows receive the following compensation and benefits:

• $10 an hour
• An eleven-month program featuring structured mentorship and ongoing professional development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health insurance (if needed)
• Additional benefits:
• Intercultural Communications Course, a course that furthers your interpersonal skills, explains differing worldviews, and deepens your relationship with God.
• Perspectives, a course that explores God’s global purpose
• Outings
• Life skills training
• Career growth with network of proven professionals

THE LOCATION:

JAARS Fellows will need to live on campus in Waxhaw, NC. The area is a 40 minute drive from Charlotte, NC, and is known as one of the best places to live in North Carolina. With its mild winters, small town main street, and proximity to both urban centers and outdoor recreation, Waxhaw is the place to be.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Development opportunities in interviewing, drafting articles, and content gathering.
• Development opportunities in web content and social media content management.
• Networking opportunities.
• Develop community.
• Life skills training.
• 10 days PTO.

WHAT SUCCESS AS A FELLOW LOOKS LIKE:

By the end of the eleven-month fellowship, the Web Content Fellow will have:

• Drafted, reviewed, and updated content for the JAARS website and other digital media
• Posted articles and web pages in WordPress
• Updated existing website text, photos, and graphics
• Assisted with social media content in collaboration with the Social Media Coordinator
• Reviewed analytics and researched how to apply findings to our content strategy
• Written stories for the blog
• Worked on a multi-generational team and developed necessary skills to be both an active listener and contributor on a diverse team.
• Learned applicable life skills.
• Received guidance on next steps and know which step to take toward their professional goals.

INTERESTED?

Check out more about the Journalism Fellow position and apply online at www.jaars.org/fellows.