Job Description

Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.

The Vice President, Global Outreach and Development position exists to maximize the reach and impact of Focus on the Family worldwide, by providing professional leadership and operational direction to the Global Ministry Development team, communicating regularly with the Regional and Associate Office directors, and representing Focus on the Family as a member of the Board of Directors for each Associate office as assigned by the Sr. Vice President of Global Ministry & Development. In addition, this position serves to explore new opportunities and relationships to accomplish Focus on the Family’s vision of helping families thrive in Christ worldwide.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares operational plans in support of strategic mission and objectives
• Negotiates and signs contracts for product licensing and publishing ventures as assigned by the COO
• Negotiates and signs contracts for Associate Office agreements as assigned by the COO
• Participates in budget process; monitors cost performance and initiates cost improvement actions when appropriate
• Determines overall staffing levels based on ministry needs
• Reviews and approves, or recommends for approval, requests for major non-recurring expense items
• Resolves highly complex problems and problems between departments
• Participates in general cabinet meetings as well as Executive Cabinet and Strategy Team meetings
• Selects, develops, motivates, supervises, and evaluates staff
• Reviews status progress reports and recommends appropriate actions
• Stays abreast of business developments through research and study

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

• Uses executive influence to bring departments and divisions together to achieve international goals
• Develops productive, creative, and dynamic atmosphere for the staff to contribute their talents
• Coaches Associate Offices toward self-sustainability
• Maintains personal Case and Pre-case load of donors who are globally motivated
• Hosts international Vision Trips with the purpose of raising awareness and funding to support the General Fund and Global Budget
• Performs other duties as assigned

Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:

• Manages a staff of approximately 8 employees, including 5 direct reports

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Office environment
• Extensive travel domestically and internationally
• This role may require occasional travel including nights and weekends

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Character/Spiritual:

Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”

Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer

Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer

Engages in Christian ministry

Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values

This position is a “position of responsibility” as defined in the Focus on the Family Moral Policy and is subject to the parameters defined therein regarding divorce

This role is considered a Spokesperson for Focus on the Family and should represent Focus’ position and tone at all times

Personal Characteristics:

• Enjoys people and regards others highly
• Enjoys complex problem-solving
• Possesses a strong balance between ministry heart and business mind

Knowledge/Experience:

• MBA with a heavy emphasis in marketing
• 7-10 years of experience in business management including 5 years at the management level
• 3 years of international experience
• Thorough understanding of FOF mission, philosophy, values, and objectives

Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:

• Ability to clearly articulate and defend a position
• Strong team building and consensus building abilities
• Understanding of political, social, and cultural issues that impact the family
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Well-developed social skills
• Ability to synthesize strategic plans into operational plans
• Requires considerable ingenuity and judgement to solve complex problems
• Foreign language skills preferred

Pay Range: $129,168 to $151,234

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV

*Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.

Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.

Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:

• Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage
• Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage
• AFLAC
• 403B Retirement Plan
• Vacation Time & Vacation Payout
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• Service Awards
• Community Service Days
• Bookstore Discount
• Fitness Center

Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Warehouse Membership Reimbursement

Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.

*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:

• Sick Time
• Bookstore Discount
• Fitness Center

Tentative Search Timeline:

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by September 13, 2026, However, this posting will remain open until filled.
• The potential employee start date is September 28, 2026

Posting date: August 13, 2026

Un-posting date: ongoing until filled

Posting contact email: job@fotf.org

Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.