Applicants must live in the DFW area. Please email your cover letter and résumé to Dori Rembecki at dori@leapmissions.org. No phone calls, please.

ORGANIZATION

Since its founding in 1991 by Dr. Craig Hobar, LEAP has focused on providing specialized surgical services to those in need around the world. Inspired by the love of Christ, we provide medical care to primarily children who have no other options. Through our programs, LEAP volunteers give their time and expertise, show unconditional love, and humbly serve humanity. LEAP has provided free surgical care for 10,000 patients and currently does two surgical missions per year to Mexico, two to Belize, and one to Zimbabwe.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Missions Coordinator will contribute to the overall mission of LEAP Global Missions by effectively working with staff and volunteers to plan, organize, and travel on global medical mission trips and will facilitate mission relationships within the local and global communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Missions Coordinator is a full-time position and will assume an important role in the evolution of a highly respected medical mission organization. The detailed responsibilities of this position include the following:

Meet with the Director of Missions, LEAP staff and other stakeholders on a regular basis to help organize mission trips, assure that all medical supplies are available, and review all medical volunteer applications and update the database accordingly
Manage the mission trip calendar and adhere to all deadlines required for mission trip planning specific for each host country
Attend and provide administrative support on mission trips
Oversee day to day functions of Mary's Gift in collaboration with the Director of Missions and Director of Operations.
Maintain and grow key relationships with partner organizations, both locally and in-country
Facilitate the maintenance and storing of all patient records
Help maintain budgetary requirements for each mission trip
Review volunteer applications with the Founder/Medical Director and communicate with potential volunteers
Manage and organize mission trip travel logistics and administrative matters
Coordinate with volunteers on packing and unpacking of medical supplies and equipment for mission trips
Assist with social media posts during mission trips
Assist with fundraising activities specific to the Mission Program

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate must believe in the core values of LEAP Global Missions, will be driven by the mission, and will have the following qualifications:

Undergraduate degree preferred
At least 2 years of applicable work experience
Medical background preferred
Nonprofit and/or mission experience preferred
Familiarity with nonprofit administrative and operational responsibilities preferred
Spiritual maturity and understanding of community and mission service
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Self-reliant, results oriented that reflects a high-quality product
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Positive attitude, interest, enthusiasm, and affinity for working with people
Professional appearance and demeanor
Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Apple products, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and database management preferred
Social media knowledge and skills, including Facebook and Instagram
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evening and weekend travel/events/appointments as needed
Some physical exertion required (e.g. lifting 50 lb. supply trunks)
International travel required multiple times per year

LEAP Global Missions

Medical Missions Coordinator

Application

LEAP Global Missions