Public Reading of Scripture, Sr. Manager in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at American Bible Society
Job Description
Our mission is to help people encounter the life-changing Word of God by making the Bible accessible to all!
Senior Manager, Public Reading of Scripture
Job Summary:Under the direction of the Chief Partnerships Officer, the Senior Manager of the Public Reading of Scripture (PRS) Program and Training Hub will serve as American Bible Society’s (ABS) primary on-the-ground champion for PRS. This person will lead the development, launch, and growth of the PRS Training Hub at ABS’s Philadelphia headquarters.
The Senior Manager will lead, train, and convene ministry partners and church leaders from across ABS’s national network. Internally, this role will guide the formation of ABS staff in the discipline of communal Scripture listening and collaborate with domestic program leaders to extend PRS into ABS’s domestic church engagement programs.
This role ensures that all gatherings, partner engagement, and program activities advance ABS’s mission to help people encounter the life-changing Word of God by making the Bible accessible to all. The Senior Manager will also ensure that the strategy and execution of this program remain consistent with grant and gift agreements.
Key responsibilities include launching and sustaining weekly hybrid PRS gatherings and book club meetings, providing warm hospitality for staff, guests, and partners, training a cohort of U.S. churches to conduct full PRS groups, and representing ABS at external events — all while upholding donor requirements, accurate reporting, and faithful financial stewardship.
- Demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
- Identify with and participate in a Christian church and proactively seek to grow in their Christian faith.
- Actively participate in organizational prayer, devotional times, and organization-wide events.
- Maintain an exemplary standard of Christian ethics, behavior, and conduct within ABS and in their public and private life outside of ABS and always seek to uphold ABS’ Standards of Conduct and Affirmation of Biblical Community.
- Demonstrate Christian maturity in all interactions as displayed by good judgment based on biblical values and principles.
- Actively incorporate their faith in all aspects of their daily work.
- Demonstrate desire and ability to support organizational biblical and religious goals and participate in regular work-related spiritual activities without reservation.
- Have a personal passion for and belief in the Word of God, its ability to transform lives, and the mission of American Bible Society.
- Demonstrate alignment with the vision, mission, and values of American Bible Society.
- Responsibility 1: Establish and Lead the Philadelphia PRS Training Hub (35%)
- Serve as ABS’s primary on-the-ground PRS champion, leading, training, and convening participants in the practice of communal Scripture listening as developed and modeled by our partner, the Grace & Mercy Foundation.
- Launch and facilitate a weekly hybrid (in-person and virtual) Tuesday PRS gathering with a shared meal, in coordination with the ABS all-local-staff day.
- Build toward a public-facing hub launch in Q2 2027, growing the schedule to a minimum of two PRS sessions and one Just Show Up (JSU) Book Club gathering each week in the ABS ChangeLab/first floor space.
- Develop schedules, reserve space, and manage logistics, setup, and hospitality (meals, refreshments, seating) for all sessions.
- Ensure every participant has the books, PRS materials, and Bibles they need, and manage inventory and ordering of these resources.
- Oversee audio and virtual meeting technology so in-person and online participants have a high-quality listening experience.
- Responsibility 2: Convene and Host Ministry Partners (25%)
- Position the Philadelphia hub as a primary convening center, inviting and hosting ministry leaders, church partners, and guests to experience and learn PRS firsthand.
- Plan and deliver hospitality for all partner visits to the hub.
- Represent ABS at external events and partner convenings, promoting PRS and training other organizations in its practice across ABS's national network.
- Serve as primary liaison for internal teams and external partners involved in the PRS program.
- Responsibility 3: Integrate PRS into ABS Domestic Programs (25%)
- Recruit and train a cohort of U.S. churches to conduct full PRS groups and coordinate the distribution of Bibles to participants who complete the listening program.
- Work with the End-to-End (E2E) team and other domestic program leaders to integrate PRS into existing ABS programs.
- Equip church partners and ministry organizations to adopt PRS as an ongoing congregational practice.
- Create pathways, resources, and follow-up support so congregations can continue PRS independently beyond their formal program engagement.
- Responsibility 4: Data Management, Reporting, and Stewardship (10%)
- Maintain accurate records in Salesforce of program activities, including sessions held, attendance (in-person and virtual), partner visits, churches trained, PRS groups launched, and Bibles distributed.
- Prepare timely progress and outcome reports to fulfill donor grant requirements and other donor commitments.
- Manage the PRS program budget, including hospitality, materials, Bibles, and travel, in line with grant terms and ABS financial policies.
- Responsibility 5: Content Creation and Special Projects (5%)
- Create training materials, facilitator guides, and reflection guides for staff, partners, and church cohorts.
- Assist in developing promotional materials and digital engagement tools for the hub and its public launch.
- Other duties as assigned by the Chief Partnerships Officer.
- Education: Bachelor's degree, Project Management Professional Certification or equivalent professional work experience.
- Experience: 2+ years of experience in program coordination, ministry leadership, nonprofit administration, or event management.
- Training and facilitation: Demonstrated ability to lead group gatherings and train adults, volunteers, or church leaders; experience with Scripture engagement, small groups, or PRS strongly preferred.
- Partner relations: Strong relational and communication skills, with experience working alongside churches, ministry partners, or donors.
- Public reading and speaking: Confident, clear public reader and speaker, comfortable representing ABS at external events.
- Technical skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams); experience with Salesforce or similar CRM preferred.
- Organization: Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple recurring programs, budgets, and reporting deadlines.
- Demonstrate desire and ability to support organizational biblical and religious goals and participate in regular work-related spiritual activities without reservation.
- Have a personal passion for and belief in the Word of God, its ability to transform lives, and the mission of American Bible Society.
- Demonstrate alignment with the vision, mission, and values of American Bible Society.
- Communication Skills:
- Complex Communication: Proficient in communicating complex ideas to various stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
- Teamwork and Collaboration:
- Team Facilitation: Facilitates teamwork, encourages collaboration, and resolves conflict within the team.
- Cultural Competence and Inclusion:
- Inclusive Leadership: Promotes inclusivity and addresses biases within the team.
- Service Orientation:
- Service Strategy: Develops service-centric strategies, drives service recipient satisfaction, and ensures organizational alignment with service expectations.
- Adaptability and Flexibility:
- Responsive Adjustment: Adjusts strategies based on new information, remains flexible in dynamic environments.
- Time Management and Organization:
- Efficient Coordination: Prioritizes tasks, manages multiple projects, and ensures team deadlines are met.
- Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking:
- Analytical Problem Solving: Analyzes complex problems, develops solutions, and makes decisions independently.
- Leadership and Initiative:
- Team Leadership: Guides, supports and leads team members to achieve goals, engage in cross-company collaboration and pivot when needed to achieve strategic change.
All people managers must demonstrate the following skills at a level fitting their role:
- Strategic Thinking and Decision Making:
- Strategic Alignment: Develops plans that align with team objectives and organizational goals.
- Continuous Learning and Development:
- Self-Development: Seeks out opportunities to learn and grow own skills, while sharing development opportunities with others.
- Innovation and Creativity:
- Process Improvement: Implements innovative solutions to enhance team and organizational performance.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Occasional lifting/carrying, setup, and breakdown of ABS Booth equipment and display items.
- Able to work for extended hours when traveling or to meet occasional deadlines of deliverables
- Maintain an organized work environment.
American Bible Society is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities and ensuring a workplace free from discrimination. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to participate in the application process and perform the essential functions of their job.
Office Location:ABS Headquarters (Philadelphia)
Core Hours:8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Travel Required: Some domestic travel to external events, partner convenings, and church cohort trainings.Additional Information:- Background Check: Candidates must pass a background check as a condition of employment. This may include criminal history, credit check, and verification of employment and education history.
- Reference Checks: Employment is contingent upon satisfactory reference checks.
- Eligibility to Work: Candidates must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Affirmation of Biblical Community: Candidates must sign and agree to uphold the ABS Affirmation of Biblical Community as a condition of employment.
American Bible Society is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. We believe in the inherent dignity and worth of every individual, created in the image of God, and strive to reflect Christ’s love and justice in our employment practices.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is rooted in our Christian faith and values, which call us to love and respect all people.
As a faith-based organization, we require employees to affirm and uphold our Christian beliefs as a condition of employment. This requirement is consistent with our mission and ensures that our work environment aligns with our core values and deeply held religious principles.
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