Church History Multi-area Manager

2 weeks ago


Parktown North, Gauteng, South Africa The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Full time

This job is intended to assist the Church History Department in its purpose to help God's children make and keep sacred covenants through overseeing the collection and preservation of Church history records and assisting others in their efforts to share accurate and meaningful Church history.

45% Develop the Church's collection of historically significant records for approximately 10-15% of the world.

This is done by developing and directing a volunteer workforce, based in several countries, providing regular and consistent direction, developing and providing training, and giving feedback and encouragement, both remotely and in-person.

Collection development work is accomplished by identifying the significant people, places, events, and developments in each country regarding the Church's history, assessing what has already been collected, factoring in current and future needs, and implementing collecting projects that utilize available resources and opportunities.

Plans are developed with input from colleagues in the Church History Department, area leadership, and product-producing staff from areas and headquarter departments.

25% Actively engage with Church History department leadership and staff in Salt Lake City regarding operational and strategic issues.

Broker and facilitate department support for area Church History operations, including work at records preservation centers, Area Church history centers, and Area efforts to share Church history.


  • Master's degree in business management, history, archival studies, anthropology, or other related fields.
  • 810 years of professional experience managing people and working crossfunctionally with demonstrated abilities to teach, motivate, and mentor a volunteer workforce. Transnational experience desired.
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in collaborative situations, resolve difficult issues in a professional manner, perceive and analyze situations accurately, and meet objectives under strict deadlines.
  • Proven high level interpersonal skills with the ability to engage appropriately with senior level ecclesiastical and professional leaders.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence strategy and to formulate and implement plans that align to strategy.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Church history related to assigned region and broad understanding of general Church history, including proven research skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills in English (other language skills required, per area).
  • Ability to travel internationally 24 times per year.


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