Job Description for Marketing Position

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WorldServe Thrift POSITION: Marketing Assistant CLOSING DATE: March 31, 2014

Since 1976, WorldServe Ministries, formerly Living Bibles International Canada, has been working with hard to reach people groups across the globe. Today WorldServe has refined its focus to the countries of Cuba, Ethiopia, Myanmar and China, bringing the Good News to those in desperate need. WorldServe Ministries specializes in transformational development, serving the most vulnerable and needy, both physically and spiritually, with an emphasis on China and Cuba. We empower indigenous churches to advance the gospel and impact nations.WorldServe Ministries is a Canadian registered Christian non-profit, based in White Rock, BC. WorldServe Thrift opened on January 14, 2013 for the purpose of underwriting the administrative costs of WorldServe Ministries. WorldServe Thrift sells quality items of clothing, household goods and furniture at affordable prices while providing service and ministry opportunities to the community. As an organization, we strive to operate with integrity and honesty; demonstrate respect for one another; encourage lifelong learning, and promote teamwork in a fun environment. WorldServe Thrift intentionally builds partnerships within the local community in order to live into its mission:SERVING LOCALLY – IMPACTING GLOBALLY. .

Marketing ASSISTANT OVERVIEW The MarketingAssistant is accountable to the Store Manager. This team works towards the effective and profitable operation of WS Thrift. The goal(s) of MarketingAssistant is to ensure that potential donors, customers and volunteers are identified, informed and invited to join WorldServe’s ministry and opportunities within the Thrift Store.

Areas of responsibility:

• Weekly calls to Potential Partners; this may include churches, church groups, community groups, businesses, colleges, universities, individuals, box stores, seniors’ residences, etc. • Weekly visits to Potential Partners with the purpose of distributing Store Promo Brochure and other literature. As well as, Marketing Assistant willbe comfortable and knowledgeable in answering questions, setting up speaking opportunities and providing ideas for future partnerships. • Speaking and presenting WorldServe information in group settings as invitations arise • Visit and or call all previous supporters/partners of WorldServe Thrift Store with the purpose of inviting them to continue their support. • Call list of all previous WorldServe Ministry Supporters in the Calgary area. Meet with them in person and distribute literature and answer questions. Inform and update them regarding the Thrift Store’s ongoing ministry and needs. • Thank donors Accountability: • Marketing Assistant will complete 8 successful phone calls per week. Successful is defined by personal interaction with Potential Partner. Leaving a message is not considered a successful call. • Marketing Manager will visit 4 Potential Partners per week being able to give information, literature and initiate a possible relationship for WorldServe Thrift Store. • Marketing Assistant will debrief and discuss weekly activities with Store Manager for at least 1 hour per week. • Marketing Assistant will submit weekly reports on all activities and contacts made. • When necessary, Marketing Assistant will speak to groups about opportunities at WorldServe Thrift Store. • Marketing Assistant will keep a record of time spent completing these tasks

• Marketing Assistant will work in the Thrift Store for a minimum of 2 hrs. per week Position Qualifications: • • • • •

Able to Support WorldServe’s statement of faith Able to passionately explain the ministry of WorldServe Thrift Store Strong Human relational skills Effective verbal and communication skills Commitment to teamwork and decision making