General Board seeks director of Identity and Relations.

The Church of the Brethren General Board is seeking a full-time director of Identity and Relations, based at the denomination's General Offices in Elgin, Ill.

Responsibilities of the position include providing interpretation of the ministries of the General Board through personal contact and a variety of media, working with a peer advisory group to provide coordination of communication and public relations in a cohesive manner, and collaborating with and coaching other staff in sharing about their work.

Applicants must be an active member of the Church of the Brethren, possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, and have familiarity with the General Board's ministry areas. A bachelor's degree in a related field is required; master's preferred.


Application deadline is Jan. 19. Candidates should complete the General Board application form, submit resume' and letter of application, and request three references to send letters of recommendation to: Office of Human Resources, Church of the Brethren General Board, 1451 Dundee Ave., Elgin, IL 60120-1694. For application form or other questions, call 800-323-8039, ext. 258, or e-mail mgarrison_gb@brethren.org.

Source: Newsline 1/02/2004
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