Office Coordinator

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Portland, OR, USA
In-Office
20K-20K Annually
Junior
Social Impact
The Role
Provide warm, hospitable front‑office support for Alliance Northwest: answer phones and email, manage filings, reimbursements, deposits, supplies, event logistics, vehicle and maintenance coordination, and assist executive administrators and special projects. Support spiritual and ministry activities as part of a C&MA ministry role.
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OFFICE COORDINATORAlliance Northwest Role - (Half-Time) Purpose & Scope

The Office Coordinator serves as the host of the Alliance Northwest (ANW) office — the one who makes sure ANW is a warm and hospitable place for everyone who encounters it, whether that's a staff member, a pastor, a guest walking through the door, or a caller on the phone or email.

This role handles the everyday administrative details — financial reimbursements, bank deposits, correspondence, supplies, special projects, office support, and care — so that hospitality is felt in every interaction, in person and from a distance alike.

This position is a ministry role within the Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA) and contributes meaningfully to the spiritual formation, health, and leadership capacity of the Alliance Northwest family.

General ExpectationsR O L E S & E X P E C T A T I O N S

In response to God’s calling, employees of Alliance Northwest exercise and express both their own and The Alliance’s biblical beliefs and standards by working together to advance the District’s faith mission. Each employee is expected to:

  • Model The Alliance’s biblical beliefs and standards in both personal life and professional conduct.
  • Perform responsibilities as an act of service to God.
  • Represent the District’s faith community with integrity and maturity.
Biblical Beliefs

Employees must affirm agreement with The Alliance’s Statement of Faith and related biblical beliefs and must not promote beliefs inconsistent with those outlined in the Manual of The Christian and Missionary Alliance.

Christian Conduct Standards

Employees are expected to conduct themselves, at all times, in a manner consistent with biblical standards of Christian character and conduct.

Distinctly Christian Activities

Employees must be willing and able to engage in spiritual formation activities, including praying for coworkers and district leaders, participating in devotions, and engaging in discipleship training as appropriate.

Education & Experience
  • Background in and gifting related to administrative support.
  • Demonstrates the spiritual calling, giftedness, and maturity required of ministry leadership within the C&MA.
Key Outcomes & Responsibilities

The Office Coordinator role facilitates the efficient, hospitable operation of the ANW office by proactively and accurately performing a variety of administrative and hosting tasks.

Office Hosting & Administration
  • Host and care for everyone who encounters the ANW office — in person, by email, and on the phone.
  • Open and close the office on office days, including dishes and restocking supplies.
  • Handle bank deposits and petty cash.
  • Answer phones and manage general email correspondence with warmth.
  • Process reimbursement requests (RFEs) for staff and ANW leaders.
  • Process incoming and outgoing mail, including post office runs.
  • Order and manage office supplies, including shopping trips as needed.
  • Keep our database and contact records current.
  • Coordinate care and communication around funerals and illness for ANW workers and their families
  • Coordinate maintenance for office/ministry vehicles.
  • Maintain physical and digital filing systems.
  • Shop for and coordinate staff birthday cards and gifts.
  • Provide refreshments for staff meetings.
  • Support event administration and logistics.
  • Assist Executive Administrators with projects.
  • Special projects.
Staff
  • All Hands-on Deck meetings or events.
Relationships
  • Reports to Executive Admin. Amber Curry.
  • Work with the entire District Team.
  • Works with Alliance Northwest Churches.
Qualifications
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Aptitude for learning new software and systems.
  • Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proven administrative experience.
  • Superb written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong time-management skills and multitasking ability.
  • Be prepared to commit to a minimum of two years in this role.
  • Membership at an Alliance NW church preferred.
Hours & Compensation
  • Salaried, half time position (20-24 hours/week).
  • Monday through Thursday (Tuesday & Wednesday in office) with the exception of events.
  • $20,000.00 annually (exempt).
  • Vacation: 48 Hours (Two weeks plus two days).

Interested? Send your cover letter, resume, and references to Amber at [email protected]

To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your testimony, resume and other background information related to the position.

If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, that the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps.

This position requires licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website

Please do not contact the church directly.

Skills Required

  • Background in and gifting related to administrative support.
  • Demonstrates spiritual calling, giftedness, and maturity required of ministry leadership within the C&MA.
  • Meets requirements for licensing and ordination with the C&MA (or ability to pursue).
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Aptitude for learning new software and systems.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proven administrative experience.
  • Superb written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong time-management skills and multitasking ability.
  • Be prepared to commit to a minimum of two years in this role.
  • Affirm agreement with The Alliance's Statement of Faith and related biblical beliefs.
  • Willingness and ability to engage in spiritual formation activities (prayer, devotions, discipleship).
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Membership at an Alliance NW church.
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The Company
701 Employees
Year Founded: 1887

What We Do

The Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA) is an evangelical denomination and global movement dedicated to sharing the love of God with all nations. Through a network of approximately 2,000 U.S. churches and 700 international workers across 70 countries, the organization implements its 'All of Jesus for All the World' vision by providing developmental and compassionate care to suffering and overlooked people.

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