Arabic Digital Ministry Associate

Description

Is God calling you to ministry?

For over 70 years, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has proclaimed the Gospel through its various ministries. Whether you work at our headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove (BGTC) in Asheville, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Broadcasting (BRB) in Asheville, North Carolina or a field office abroad, you are part of a team of committed Christians working together to reach people to the ends of the earth with the Gospel.

Christian Purpose And Expectations

All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, and thereby further BGEA’s religious mission.

Department Detail – The Internet Evangelism department takes the Gospel to the world through SearchforJesus.net, a ministry built on digital tools and online strategies. Through websites like PeaceWithGod.net and various social media platforms, the Good News goes out in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Arabic, Russian, and American Sign Language. Online visitors to these pages engage with trained volunteers through chat, private messaging, texts, and emails to get their spiritual questions answered. Those who respond to the Gospel invitation are mentored by discipleship volunteers as they go through online Bible study courses and are referred to local churches in their area.

Job Summary – This position is well suited for someone who is fluent in Arabic and English, understands Middle Eastern culture and religious context, and enjoys serving through communication, relationship-building, and ministry coordination. The Arabic Ministry Associate works closely with the Arabic Language Manager and broader Internet Evangelism team to support volunteers, improve ministry interactions, and help Arabic-speaking audiences access, understand, and respond to the Gospel online. This role is classified as an Associate position, defined as working no more than 19 hours per week.

Ministry Requirements

• Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
• Faithfully upholds BGEA in prayer
• Participates in daily BGEA staff devotions including Bible reading, and leading group prayer as schedule permits
• Demonstrates behavior aligned with BGEA’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Hallmarks, policies, and expectations
• Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepares and sends monthly volunteer communications, including ministry updates, encouragement, reminders, training information, and other approved content
• Reviews seeker conversations and prepares risk reports, feedback, or escalation notes as needed to support ministry quality, safety, and alignment with Search for Jesus (SFJ) and BGEA standards
• Prepares volunteer activity, engagement, and follow-up reports to help ministry leaders understand volunteer participation, ministry health, and areas needing attention
• Documents stories and examples of ministry impact from Salam Maa Allah, preparing content in Arabic and English as needed and working with other departments to publish approved stories through appropriate ministry channels
• Supports the improvement of volunteer training content and processes in Totara, helping ensure materials are clear, current, and useful for Arabic ministry volunteers
• Coordinates with the Arabic Language Manager and Internet Evangelism team to maintain ministry standards, guidelines, and consistent volunteer support
• Tracks assigned tasks, communications, reports, and follow-up items to help ensure smooth and timely ministry operations
• Coordinates volunteer appreciation efforts, including volunteer gifts, recognition, and other approved expressions of gratitude

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Job Specifications

Skills and Knowledge

• Fluency in Arabic and English, including strong reading, writing, speaking, and editing skills
• Understanding of Middle Eastern culture, religious context, and cross-cultural communication
• Ability to communicate clearly, warmly, and professionally with volunteers, churches, ministry partners, and internal stakeholders
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with Arabic-speaking pastors, churches, volunteers, and ministry contacts
• Strong writing skills with the ability to prepare ministry communications, volunteer updates, reports, and stories in Arabic and English
• Ability to organize information, prepare reports, track follow-up items, and present updates clearly for ministry decision-making
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate volunteer information and ministry records
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, communications, and reporting needs in a part-time role
• Ability to learn and use ministry systems and tools, including digital platforms used by the ministry
• Ability to take initiative, follow through on assigned responsibilities, and communicate progress clearly
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the Arabic Language Manager, Internet Evangelism team, and other departments
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive ministry information with discretion
• Background or experience in communications, journalism, translation, volunteer coordination, ministry coordination, or digital ministry is preferred

Physical/Mental Demands

Working Conditions

Mission Statement

Continuing the lifelong work of Billy Graham, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association exists to support and extend the evangelistic calling and ministry of Franklin Graham by proclaiming the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to all we can by every effective means available to us and by equipping the church and others to do the same.

Expectations for Ministry Employment

As An Employee Of Billy Graham Evangelistic Association

• I acknowledge that the Lord Jesus Christ is my personal Savior and that I am a personal representative of Him.
• I understand that BGEA is a Christian organization whose purpose is proclaiming the message of the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ throughout the world.
• I agree that the purpose of my employment with BGEA is to further its Christian purpose, that I am prepared to assist in accomplishing that purpose, and that my role with BGEA plays a vital part in carrying out its Christian purpose and mission.
• I understand that I must exhibit conduct that is consistent with BGEA’s expectations, whether at work or away from work, in keeping with scriptural teachings and principles as set forth in God’s Word, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, and BGEA’s policies including Christian Conduct.
• I understand that BGEA has the right and the responsibility to ensure that its Christian religious purpose is carried on with the highest standards and is not harmed or impeded by conduct that is inconsistent with the Bible, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, its Christian religious purpose, or its policies
• I understand that any of my conduct which is not in keeping with the scriptural teachings and principles as set forth in God’s Word, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, and BGEA’s policies, is inconsistent with BGEA’s Christian religious purpose.
• I understand that if my conduct is determined by BGEA to be inconsistent with its Christian religious purpose, the result will be corrective action up to and including termination from employment.

The Title VII Exception for Employment

The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) is a faith-based religious organization committed to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through every effective means. Consistent with our charitable purpose to share the Christian faith, a requirement for employment at BGEA is affirmation and adherence to our Christian Statement of Faith. Our Statement of Faith prerequisite for employment is based upon federal law set forth in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000e-1.

Benefits Summary

Associate or Seasonal employees may work up to 19 hours a week (not to exceed 1000 hours a year (calendar/sequential)), and are not eligible for any benefits.