Advocacy for Children Project Administrator

Focus on the Family; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403B Retirement Plan

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Holidays

Bookstore Discount

Fitness Center

Tuition Reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Focus on the Family is seeking an Advocacy for Children Project Administrator in Colorado Springs. The role focuses on administering advocacy projects, updating content on websites, and planning timelines and budgets while coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely execution.

The position requires 2–4 years of related experience, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and familiarity with Salesforce and WordPress is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2–4 years of related experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to create reports and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Advocacy for Children projects and initiatives.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting for programs.
• Interface with departments and external contacts to gather information and approvals.
• Maintain project documentation and data, generate reports showing impact and trends.
• Assist with website updates and Canva visuals as needed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Excellent writing

Communication

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Business, or equivalent experience

Tools

Salesforce

WordPress

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 Advocacy for Children Project Administrator position exists to facilitate general administration, plan, and manage projects, activities, and tactical implementation, specifically concerning aspects of Advocacy for Children initiatives. Updates and maintains Advocacy websites, content and provides improvement suggestions. Planning includes collection of requirements, knowing internal resources and dependances, development of project plans with schedule, allocation of resources , cost estimates, reporting, and analysis. Provides project status information at regular intervals and when requested. Requires general supervision and refers questionable matters to supervisor.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Understands project objectives, deliverables, and requirements and scope requirements for Advocacy initiatives
• Assists Director with the implementation of both internal and external Advocacy outreach efforts
• Interfaces with other departments within the ministry and/or outside contacts to exchange information, answer inquiries, consult on problems, and secure cooperation or approval on action to be taken
• Keeps project team well informed of applicable changes and information updates
• Resolves and/or escalates issues with the appropriate person when necessary
• Assists with creating, modifying, maintaining, and implementing program documentation; assists in the creation of necessary reports tracking impact of annual programs; provides input into improving reporting requirements and historical report. Participates in post-project reviews
• Coordinates the implementation of technical requirements and services necessary to develop, maintain, or improve programs, services, and events. Understanding Salesforce and WordPress a plus
• Assists in developing schedules and timelines in support of various project and budget guidelines
• Works with different departments to get a job done, clearly communicating the milestones for a project, following through in a timely manner on all assigned parts of a project, promptly responding to requests for information
• Maintains accurate program and project data, conducts supporting research, and creates reports that communicate results, impact, and historical trends.
• Organizes, updates, and adds Canva-created images and other approved visual content to websites, print material or reports as requested.
• Supports event and conference logistics, including packing and shipping materials, scheduling, preparing materials, and assisting with conference participation as needed. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Participates in post-project reviews and recommend improvements to processes, documentation, and reporting.
• Travels occasionally to support programs, events, or conferences, as needed.

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Shares the responsibility of general administrative duties for the Advocacy for Children area (examples: phone coverage, electronic filing, greeting guests, responding to general inquiries, etc.)
• Performs other duties as assigned

Working Environment/Physical Requirements

• Office environment
• Some time in the warehouse when preparing for a conference
• Might include standing on concrete, pushing, pulling, and lifting items

Job Qualifications

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

Personal Characteristics

• Detail-oriented, flexible, coachable/teachable, self-motivated, organized, dependable, and team-oriented
• Hard-working, honest, problem solver, works well with other people
• Not afraid to question or constructively challenge current habits of FOF

Knowledge/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Business, or equivalent experience
• 2-4 years of related experience
• Working knowledge of FOF mission, philosophy, values, and objectives, as well as budget guidelines
• Ability to sort through traditional or historic corporate approaches or stated limitations and develop innovative and creative ways to solve problems
• Creativity, imagination, team oriented, and ability to influence others
• Understands the use of websites and website development to educate, motivate, and inspire a target audience

Skills, Abilities and Special Talents/Gifts

• Ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels
• Proficient in use of computer hardware and software including Microsoft Office,
• Ability to use judgment to solve moderately complex problems within the limits of standard policy and practice
• Excellent writing skills with proper use of grammar and punctuation
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to manage stress and pressure of multiple projects under strict deadlines
• Good listening skills, with maturity and discretion in the handling of confidential and sensitive information
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work cross-functionally with other departments and their dependencies

Stewardship Requirements

Pay Range

$25.62 to $29.94 per hour

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 November 13, 2026. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
• The potential employee start date is December 7, 2026

Posting contact email: [e-mail]

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