Managing Editor/Content Coordinator (Remote) - AZ; FL; CO; MI; Cleveland, OH; Orange County, CA

Are you looking for ways to use your writing or editing expertise to live out your values/faith? Open Doors is hiring! To raise prayer and support for persecuted Christians, the Managing Editor will serve as the primary content editor, producer and coordinator of content, while also serving as the primary liaison between Open Doors International and Open Doors U.S. S/he ensures all content is theologically aligned, on-brand, emotionally compelling and optimized for the U.S. audience. The role is responsible for deep understanding of campaign narratives, refining copy and ensuring excellence in writing, editing and storytelling across channels. About Open Doors U.S. Open Doors U.S. is part of the historic work of Brother Andrew, the best-selling author of God’s Smuggler, who famously smuggled Bibles into Communist countries during the Cold War. Since this work began in 1955, Open Doors continues to take Bibles—as well as emergency aid and other forms of support—to Christians living out their faith in more than 60 of the world’s most volatile countries.The churches and Christian leaders we support-who are often times minorities in their communities-face discrimination, harassment, loss or property or parental rights, physical attacks, unjust imprisonment, rape and even death because of their faith in Jesus. But for more than 65 years, Open Doors has worked to stand with them by providing Bibles, discipleship and persecution training in addition to practical help like emergency aid, food and shelter, trauma care, legal counsel and other assistance. Our goal is to help the Church survive where it is threatened so the Gospel can continue to go out in the world’s most difficult regions. You can learn more about our organization at opendoorsUS.org. Description APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT RESIDENTS OF THE FOLLOWING U.S. STATES: MI, the Greater Cleveland, OH area, CO, FL, AZ or Orange County, CA. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES • Understand the current OD brand, identity and mission. • Serve as the primary liaison between ODI content teams and Open Doors U.S. • Develop deep understanding of each campaign, story set and thematic arc created by ODI or our internal writers and contractors. • Regularly write original copy for: o Website pages o Blog posts and stories o Email campaigns o Campaign engagement pieces (devotionals, reflections, landing page copy, etc.) o Editorials and Op-eds o Talking points and media briefs • Edit and refine ODI-provided copy for U.S. cultural tone, clarity, and impact. • Ensure consistent voice, tone, theology, and messaging across all channels. • Own content QA across all donor- and audience-facing communications. • Partner closely with Marketing, Digital, Development as well as MarComms agencies to ensure content supports performance goals (engagement, conversion, giving, retention). • Create simple content briefs when needed • Maintain and evolve a U.S.-specific style guide and messaging framework. • Other duties as needed REQUIREMENTS • Alignment with the Christian faith and Biblical values • Agreement with Open Doors Statement of Faith and Core Values • Willingness to participate in the community of Open Doors, including staff meetings, devotions and team events • Commitment to Christ-like conduct, offering dignity, compassion and respect for others • Excellent organization skills • Proven work ethic • Ability to stay on task during independent work • Exceptional copy editing and writing skills • Familiarity with the American evangelical landscape, including discernment about the meaning of religious terms and tone • Solid theological literacy • Ability to synthesize complex stories into clear, compelling narratives • High attention to detail and ownership of quality • Ability to operate both strategically and tactically • Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications or equivalent preferred • 5+ years experience in communications, journalism, publishing or content production • Experience in a non-profit or fundraising environment preferred Salary $65,000 - $75,000 per year Apply tot his job Apply To this Job