Description

Position at World Concern Support Staff

JOB TITLE

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Intern

REPORTS TO

Program Development Manager

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

MINISTRY

World Concern

DEPARTMENT

Operations

Compensation

Monthly Stipend of $1,800

LENGTH OF COMMITMENT

One Year, starting July 1st, 2025

Company Overview

CRISTA Ministries ("CRISTA") is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christian beliefs. At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. We believe this priesthood calling rests upon all Christians and is a foundational, spiritual practice of our CRISTA community. This priesthood calling evokes within us the response to view our work as our ministry. We believe that all representatives of our community are ministers of the gospel and play equally important roles in exercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (I Corinthians 12: 17-23).

CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Missions inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.

CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern's relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media's stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King's Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS

• Mission Statement: To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus
• Vision Statement: Until all know Jesus
  
  

CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES

• Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous
• Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually
• Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy -- reflecting Jesus in all we do
• Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us
• Excellence: We strive to excel in every aspect of our work and commit to continuously learning, innovating, and improving
• Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ
  
  

WORLD CONCERN MISSION & VISION STATEMENTS

• Mission Statement: World Concern partners to transform the lives of poor and marginalized people through disaster response and sustainable community development. The love of Christ compels us to pursue reconciliation and equip those we serve so that they may in turn share with others
• Vision Statement: A world transformed from poverty to the abundance of life
  
  

Position Summary

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Intern will support the World Concern Operations team by assisting in the development, implementation, and management of tools and systems used to assess and improve the impact of our programs. The intern will be responsible for developing data set templates, assisting with data collection and analysis, and supporting the creation and improvement of M&E tools that enhance the organization's global operations

Essential Functions

(General overview and may not include all details of responsibilities)

DUTIES

• Support in Data Collection
• Assist in the collection, organization, and analysis of data from various program activities
• Help in developing and maintaining M&E data systems, including databases and spreadsheets
• Ensure that data collection processes are consistent and meet high standards of accuracy and reliability
• Develop M&E Tools
• Collaborate with the global, regional, and country teams to design and develop M&E tools, such as surveys, questionnaires, and interview guides
• Support in developing and updating data set templates for tracking and reporting program performance
• Assist in creating user-friendly data entry forms and templates
• Support M&E Reporting
• Assist in the preparation of M&E reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
• Help in documenting lessons learned and best practices from program evaluations and assessments
• Assist in reviewing and synthesizing data for quarterly and annual reporting
• Monitor Program Progress
• Help track progress on program activities and output indicators
• Support the analysis of program outcomes, identifying areas for improvement or adjustments
• Assist with regular assessments of program efficiency and effectiveness
• Administrative and Operational Support
• Provide additional administrative support to the department as needed
• Support the country teams in preparing materials for training staff and partners on M&E processes and tools
  

The intern/fellow will learn and gain knowledge on Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E). Specifically, the person will:

• Acquire practical knowledge and skills related to approaches and programming
• Gain experience in providing technical support to country teams on different continents
• Develop interpersonal and communication skills
• Learn biblical perspectives and principles on M&E and how to apply them in international development
• Build a professional network through interaction with different international development organizations/experts
  
  

Personal conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).

Perform all duties consistent with the CRISTA Ministries Mission Statement

Essential Qualifications

CHRIST CENTERED

• Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior
• Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
• Prayerfully seeks God's will in their own lives and in the ministry at CRISTA.
• Engages in our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
• Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA's Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
• Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
• Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
  
  

EDUCATION

About to graduate or recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree program in international development, social sciences, statistics, public health, or a related field. Those with a master's degree will have a distinct advantage and will be taken in as Fellowship

Experience & Skills

• Strong academic background in data analysis, research methods, or M&E principles is a plus
• Experience living cross-culturally and traveling internationally
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to organize and analyze data effectively
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a diverse, multicultural team
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive attitude
  
  

SOFTWARE / EQUIPTMENT KNOWLEDGE

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Email and internet-based communications (Skype, WhatsApp)
• Web-based file sharing (SharePoint, OneDrive)
  
  

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Interest in M&E in International Development: Passion for learning about M&E processes and contributing to the improvement of program impact in an international non-profit organization
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to think critically and analyze data to draw meaningful conclusions
  
  

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION

CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King's Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA's religious beliefs. CRISTA's employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA's Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA's Christian Community Policy.

Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA's Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God's creation.

• Only applicants who reside in and/or are authorized to work in the United States will be considered for this position*