Disaster Relief Program Manager

Samaritan's Purse

North Wilkesboro (NC)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

6 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dep)

Medical, prescription, dental & vision

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Long-term and Short-term disability

Paid Family Medical Leave

Term Life Insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

10 paid holidays

12 vacation/personal days

10 sick days

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse in North Wilkesboro, NC is seeking a Program Manager to lead the North American Disaster Relief team. You will set up deployment programs, collaborate with churches and local emergency management, supervise staff and volunteers, and ensure safety and training procedures are followed.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2–3 years' related experience, a CDL license (or ability to obtain), knowledge of construction basics, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university with 2-3 years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to obtain a Class A driver's license and a valid Department of Transportation Medical card
Working knowledge of general construction and general chainsaw use
General knowledge of Excel, Word and the ability to learn in-house specialized computer applications
Highly effective communication skills including written and public speaking
Ability to work well under pressure and in difficult situations with limited resources; ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions
Proven ability to do the work asked of our volunteers
Ability to give data and statistics to determine volunteer needs, deployment length, and forecasting completion dates
12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, opportunity to meet and complete requirement is available upon hire

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all aspects of the deployment. Set up program; work with church partners and interact with local emergency management officials; supervise deployed staff and key volunteers; organize, train and direct general volunteers; and ensure safety and training procedures are implemented and followed.
Serve as Incident Commander in the Incident Command System model emergency response during active deployments; assist in filling key roles such as Assistant Program Manager, Volunteer Coordinator or Office Manager based on the response dynamic.
Maintain accurate listings and placement of all assigned disaster relief field inventory; oversee financial transactions, prepare and submit daily/monthly report of activities; hold and attend regular weekly staff meetings.
Establish communication and foster relationships with churches, government agencies, and other relief organizations.
Other duties as assigned

Skills

Public speaking

Written communication

Communication skills

Adaptability under pressure

Volunteer coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

12 credit hours Biblical Studies

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Location: North Wilkesboro, NC, United States
Job ID: 16797
Date Posted: Sep 23, 2026

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: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/statement-of-faith/

What is the opportunity?

Respond with Compassionate Action
We are seeking a Program 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.

Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
Lead and oversee all aspects of the deployment. Set up program; work with church partners and interact with local emergency management officials; supervise deployed staff and key volunteers; organize, train and direct general volunteers; and ensure safety and training procedures are implemented and followed.
Serve as Incident Commander in the Incident Command System model emergency response during active deployments; assist in filling key roles such as Assistant Program Manager, Volunteer Coordinator or Office Manager based on the response dynamic.
Maintain accurate listings and placement of all assigned disaster relief field inventory; oversee financial transactions, prepare and submit daily/monthly report of activities; hold and attend regular weekly staff meetings.
Establish communication and foster relationships with churches, government agencies, and other relief organizations.
Other duties as assigned

What are the qualifications?

Serve with Excellence

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university and two (2) to three (3) years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to obtain a Class A restricted driver's license and a valid Department of Transportation Medical card
Working knowledge of general construction and general chainsaw use
General knowledge of Excel, Word and the ability to learn in-house specialized computer applications
Highly effective communication skills including written and public speaking
Ability to work well under pressure and in difficult situations with limited resources; ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions
Proven ability to do the work asked of our volunteers
Ability to given data and statistics to determine volunteer needs, length of deployment, and forecasting completion dates
12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, opportunity to meet and complete requirement is available upon hire

What are the benefits?

Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

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