Digital Solutions Specialist

Our-Daily-Bread-Ministries; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Daily Bread Ministries in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Digital Solutions Specialist to guide cross-functional digital initiatives and bring structure to complex challenges across global teams. You will embed with ministries, partner with the CDTO, and deliver practical, scalable solutions that advance Bible engagement and ministry effectiveness.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, strong communication, problem-solving, and travel to international regions roughly 25–30% of the time, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred in related fields.
• 5+ years of professional experience in digital, IT, project management, or related disciplines.
• Ability to bring structure to complex, evolving situations and travel internationally ~25-30%.

Responsibilities

• Partner with global functional and regional leaders to assess digital challenges and identify practical paths forward.
• Embed temporarily within teams to bring structure, clarity, and momentum to complex or ambiguous situations.
• Support the planning and execution of solutions alongside accountable leaders and stakeholders.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives without a single owner.
• Bridge communication between technical teams, ministry leaders, and regional stakeholders.
• Translate complex information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Document lessons learned and process improvements after engagements.
• Provide training and documentation to enable ongoing progress.
• Identify emerging risks, trends, and opportunities across engagements.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Cross-cultural collaboration

Stakeholder management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

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Digital Solutions Specialist

Full Time Technical Grand Rapids, MI, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1313

Are you a collaborative problem solver who enjoys bringing clarity to complex situations? At Our Daily Bread Ministries, we are a global, mission-driven organization committed to helping people engage with God's Word.

As a Digital Solutions Specialist, you will serve as a flexible resource within the Digital function, helping leaders and teams navigate complex, ambiguous, or time-sensitive challenges across global regions and ministries. This role partners closely with the Chief Digital & Technology Officer (CDTO), temporarily embedding within teams to provide structure, facilitate progress, support execution, and leave behind stronger processes and sustainable solutions.

This role is highly relationship-driven and ideal for someone who enjoys working across cultures, functions, and technical disciplines while helping teams move important work forward.

What You'll Do

• Partner with global functional and regional leaders to assess digital challenges and identify practical paths forward.
• Embed temporarily within teams to bring structure, clarity, and momentum to complex or ambiguous situations.
• Support the planning and execution of solutions alongside accountable leaders and stakeholders.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that do not have a single clear owner.
• Help bridge communication between technical teams, ministry leaders, and regional stakeholders.
• Translate complex information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Document lessons learned, process improvements, and recommendations following each engagement.
• Provide training, guidance, and documentation that enable teams to sustain progress independently.
• Identify emerging risks, trends, and opportunities across engagements and share insights with Digital leadership.
• Monitor assigned project budgets, track expenditures, and proactively flag variances.
• Build strong relationships across global teams to foster future collaboration and knowledge sharing.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in Communications, Organizational Development, International Relations, Theology, Technology, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in digital, IT, project management, problem-solving, business analysis, organizational development, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to bring structure and clarity to complex, ambiguous, or evolving situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to tailor messages to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to build trust and influence outcomes without formal authority.
• Experience working across multiple stakeholders, teams, or functions.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
• Experience interpreting information and translating it into practical business recommendations.
• Cross-cultural experience and the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and perspectives.
• Experience managing, tracking, or reporting on budgets and project expenditures.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally approximately 25-30%.

Spiritual & Missional Alignment

• A mature Christian faith and passion for global Bible engagement and discipleship.
• Commitment to the ministry's mission, values, and statement of faith.
• A life consistent with biblical principles and ongoing spiritual growth.
• Appreciation for serving within a global, multicultural ministry environment.

Why Join Our Daily Bread Ministries?

Global Impact

Help advance digital initiatives that support Bible engagement and ministry effectiveness around the world.

Work on diverse projects and opportunities that span regions, cultures, and functions.

Partner with leaders and teams throughout the organization to solve important problems and strengthen outcomes.

Gain exposure to different teams, technologies, cultures, and ministry contexts while expanding your professional experience.

Mission-Driven Culture

Join a Christ-centered organization committed to excellence, stewardship, collaboration, and global impact.