Dream Jobs & Opportunities

1. Duke Divinity Roles 

Big things are happening at Duke Divinity School, where a Lilly Endowment–funded initiative is building programs that support churches and Christian leaders across the country. These roles help coordinate grants, strengthen organizations, convene learning communities, and support leadership development for the future of the Church. If you love helping people connect, learn, and grow through thoughtful programs and partnerships, one of these opportunities might be your next step. 📚🤝✨

• 🎯 Managing Director of Coordination Programs — Lead program strategy and help coordinate large grant-funded initiatives that support learning communities across Christian institutions.

  
  

  👉 Apply: https://careers.duke.edu/job/Durham-Managing-Director-of-Coordination-Programs-NC-27710/1370800300/

  
  

• 🌱 Director of Reflective Leadership Support — Oversee leadership development cohorts, guide grantees, and support evaluation and learning across funded programs.

  👉 Apply: https://careers.duke.edu/job/Durham-Director-of-Reflective-Leadership-Support-NC-27710/1370801300/

• 💰 Director of Grant Operations — Help manage grant processes, operations, and systems that keep major initiatives running smoothly.

  👉 Apply: https://careers.duke.edu/job/Durham-Director-of-Grant-Operations-NC-27710/1370848900/

• 🛠️ Director of Capacity Building Support — Equip organizations and leaders with tools, training, and resources that strengthen their mission and long-term sustainability.

  👉 Apply: https://careers.duke.edu/job/Durham-Director-of-Capacity-Building-Support-NC-27710/1370847100/

• 🤝 Director of Convening Operations — Organize gatherings, collaborations, and learning experiences that bring leaders together to share insights and build community.

  👉 Apply: https://careers.duke.edu/job/Durham-Director-of-Convening-Operations-NC-27710/1370851000/

2. Research Request For Proposals from Lake Institute 🎧📊

Have a research idea that explores how faith communities practice generosity, trust, and justice? The Lake Institute on Faith & Giving is inviting scholars, practitioners, and thoughtful leaders to submit proposals for a new research initiative on “Abundance, Trust, and Repair.” 💭🤝 This opportunity centers listening to communities and theological perspectives—especially Black theological insights—on how giving, generosity, and repair shape faith life today. If you’re passionate about research that connects scholarship with real faith communities, this could be a powerful way to contribute to the conversation. 📚✨

👉 Learn more and submit a proposal: https://lakeinstitute.org/rfp-abundance-trust-repair/

3. $10,000 BRIDGE Grants at Candler School of Theology 🎧💰

Got a big idea for engaging young adults in your church community? 👀✨ The BRIDGE Initiative at Candler School of Theology (Emory University) is offering grants up to $10,000 for Atlanta congregations ready to experiment with creative ministry alongside young adults. The goal is simple but powerful: listen closely to young adults’ experiences, leadership, and questions, then build ministries that reflect what they’re actually saying about faith, belonging, and church life today. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑💬

This grant-funded initiative invites churches to try new ideas, learn together, and contribute insights about how congregations can better connect with the next generation. 🌱📖

👉 Learn more and apply: https://candler.emory.edu/atlanta-churches-eligible-for-up-to-10k-toward-young-adult-ministries/