Disaster Relief Student Partnerships Manager

Location: North Wilkesboro, NC, United States Job ID: 17252 Date Posted: Aug 14, 2026 Get Involved! What do we believe? Demonstrate Biblical Integrity At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work. Please take time to review the following link as you consider working with us: What is the opportunity? Respond with Compassionate Action We are seeking a Student Partnerships Manager to join our North American Disaster Relief team in North Wilkesboro, NC . Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Responsibilities Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ Develop and implement a comprehensive student partnerships strategy that integrates volunteer engagement, internships, and talent pipeline development across NADR and U.S. Rebuild, aligning internal stakeholders and translating vision into measurable, scalable outcomes. Mobilize and coordinate student volunteer engagement by designing flexible pathways for participation in disaster responses and rebuilding projects, navigating complex logistics such as scheduling uncertainty, group variability, and housing constraints, and personally supporting key deployments in the field. Design and execute a reimagined internship and apprenticeship program with internal curriculum that produces qualified, mission-aligned candidates for both ministry and operational roles (including leadership, administrative, and skilled trades), in partnership with HR and departmental leadership. Build and steward strategic relationships with universities, campus ministries, student organizations, trade schools, and church-based youth/young adult ministries, expanding the breadth and depth of student engagement nationwide. Collaborate cross-functionally and influence without authority by working closely with other ministry areas to ensure alignment, secure support, and effectively execute student engagement initiatives. Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelors degree in Ministry, Nonprofit Management, Business, Communications, or a related field and at least five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of experience and education. Advanced working knowledge of student engagement environments: Deep understanding of how universities, campus ministries, and student organizations operate, including event planning cycles, leadership structures, and student decision-making dynamics. Intermediate knowledge of program and strategy development: Ability to design, implement, and scale programs that involve multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and evolving operational needs. Proficient knowledge of Christian discipleship and ministry leadership: Demonstrated ability to integrate spiritual formation, Gospel communication, and discipleship into program design and leadership. Ability to initiate, grow, and sustain strategic partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including ministry leaders, educators, and organizational partners. Ability to work effectively across departments, align competing priorities, and gain buy-in without direct authority. Capacity to navigate ambiguity, manage competing constraints, and develop practical solutions in dynamic and unpredictable environments. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey vision, influence stakeholders, and represent the ministry externally. Capable of setting direction while also executing details, particularly in a player-coach capacity. Twelve credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies preferred, not required. Benefits Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including: Domestic Full Time On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents) Medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Long-term and Short-term disability insurance Paid Family Medical Leave Term Life Insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan 10 paid holidays 12 vacation/personal days 10 sick days Type: Full Time Department: North American Disaster Relief Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Travel: Up to 60 days per year #J-18808-Ljbffr