Manager, Missiology in at Come Near

Come Near is a group of people moved to raise the public conversation about Jesus. They create, curate, and connect people to authentic Jesus stories and experiences. Most widely recognized is the group’s “He Gets Us” campaign, which invites people to reconsider Jesus and has reached millions of Americans since launching in 2021. To learn more, visit comenear.org.

Candidates for this role are required to sign the organization’s Statement of Faith, which closely aligns with Come Near’s mission-driven focus of inviting all people one step closer to the authentic Jesus from wherever they are.

POSITION SUMMARY

Come Near is seeking a deeply thoughtful, theologically grounded, and culturally aware Manager of Missiology to guide the spiritual and theological integrity of our work. This role ensures that all messaging, initiatives, and partnerships remain rooted in Scripture while engaging the world with grace, creativity, and relevance. The Manager, Missiology will collaborate across teams to shape content, strategy, and experiences that faithfully reflect the heart of Jesus and the truth of the Gospel, without coercion or dogma. This role is ideal for someone with a strong theological foundation, a heart for culture, and a passion for making Jesus known in bold, thoughtful, and respectful ways. The Manager, Missiology is expected to lead the thinking of cross functional teams from a strong theological knowledge base. This role is fully remote with up to 50% travel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Theological Guidance & Oversight

• Serve under the Missiology Leader as a voice and standard-bearer across the organization, ensuring alignment with Come Near’s biblical foundations and mission
• Offer theological review and input on content, campaigns, partnerships, and strategic initiatives requiring little guidance of the Missiological Directors
• Collaborate with creative and messaging teams to shape materials that reflect a scripturally rooted, non-coercive approach to engaging with culture

Collaboration & Cross-Team Partnership

• Work closely and lead the thinking of cross functional teams (Creative, Strategy, and Community Engagement) through disruptive and engaging theologically accurate content to infuse theological insight into initiatives and messaging
• Build and maintain relationships with external theological advisors, scholars, pastors, and faith-based organizations

Innovation & Cultural Engagement

• Contribute to Come Near’s efforts to boldly meet culture at the intersection of curiosity and truth
• Ensure our theological voice is both faithful and compelling to diverse audiences seeking authentic engagement with faith

COMPETENCIES

• Experience working in nonprofit, creative, or media environments
• Strong written communication and editorial skills
• Familiarity with the intersection of theology, social issues, and culture
• Grounded in faith and biblical truth
• Gracious, humble, and discerning in tone and leadership
• Enthusiastic about reaching people with the heart of Jesus, without forcing belief
• Collaborative and visionary, with a heart for innovation

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in Theology, Biblical Studies, Divinity, or a related field.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in theological leadership, ministry, or academic teaching roles
• Demonstrated ability to translate theological depth into accessible and engaging content
• Strong understanding of Scriptural authority, theological nuance, and cultural sensitivity
• Exceptional communicator with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and inspire teams

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• A personal relationship with Jesus and a passion for Come Near’s mission.
• A heart for service, humility, and collaborative leadership.
• An initiative-taking, meticulous approach to planning and execution