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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Church History Multi-Area Manager assists the Church History Department in its purpose to help God’s children make and keep sacred covenants by managing all efforts to collect, preserve, and share Church history throughout the Asia & Asia North Areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify key people, places, events, and developments related to the Church in the Asia and Asia North Areas.
• Lead efforts to collect and preserve historically significant records (e.g., oral histories, photographs, journals, etc.).
• Train and direct a network of volunteers to carry out Church History Department priorities & initiatives.
• Provide information and support to Area Presidencies and Area Office staff, contribute to area initiatives, develop plans and budgets, and actively participate in area committees.
• Consult with Area Office personnel and other headquarters departments to share Church history through websites, publications, exhibits, historic markers, and anniversary events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree OR equivalent experience in business management, history, library and archival studies, anthropology, religious studies, or other related fields.
• 8-10 years of professional experience managing people and working cross-functionally with demonstrated abilities to teach, motivate, and mentor a volunteer workforce. Transnational experience desired.
• Ability to thrive in collaborative situations, resolve difficult issues in a professional manner, perceive and analyze situations accurately, and meet objectives under strict deadlines. 
• Proven high level interpersonal skills with the ability to engage appropriately with senior level ecclesiastical and professional leaders.
• Knowledge of Church history in the Asia and Asia North Areas and broad understanding of general Church history, including proven research skills.
• Strong oral & written communication skills in English. Knowledge of Asian languages desired.

ABOUT US

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.