Directly responsible to the Director Mission Aviation Services (MAS), the General Manager is responsible for and manages all MAS business and administrative functions, ensuring that all is conducted according to Samaritan’s Purse policies and procedures. The scope of this position’s responsibilities includes all MAS locations globally. The GM serves as the second-in-command in the absence of the Director MAS. The General Manager (GM) directs the full scope of MAS finance and administrative functions, including budgeting, recruitment and hiring process, procurement, logistical support, inventory tracking, contracts and agreements, policy and procedure, transaction processing, financial reporting, vision and project tracking, as well as other aviation related studies and projects which may arise. The GM is responsible for interaction with related International Headquarters (IHQ) and other ministry staffs for the finance and administrative function and manages/directs a global team to perform these duties. The position will represent Samaritan’s Purse professionally at all times when dealing with business associates, officials, and stakeholders. Maintain service-oriented attitude toward stakeholders’ needs while maintaining utmost confidentiality with regard to flight schedules and other proprietary information. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: •Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ. •Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, passengers, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public. •Attend morning devotions and participate in prayer support for the ministry, its donors and volunteers. •Support the Director MAS efforts to articulate and disseminate clearly the department’s vision to all of MAS, as well as tracking progress to keep Director MAS advised of progress/status/concerns to achieving the vision, all according to Proverbs 3:5-6. •Maintain a thorough understanding of financial resources needed for MAS activities and deployments at all locations, ensuring that there are proper controls around all transactions, managing budget process (operating and capital), monitoring financial reports for accuracy and timeliness, and providing support to MAS staff, ensuring that all activities are in accordance with Samaritan’s Purse accounting policies and procedures. •Proactively identify financial opportunities and risks, including recommendations and implementation planning for achieving the opportunities and mitigating risks. •Track progress on all MAS projects and activities for reporting to the Director MAS and holding the MAS principals accountable to ensure financial, timeline, and purpose are achieved; this includes review and approval of project information for deployments. •Ensure strong logistical support to all of MAS as it relates to procurement, inventories, and asset management, including acquisitions, disposals, and shipments. •Liaise with Human Resources Business Partner in the hiring process, managing job descriptions, contracts, and other staffing agreements. •Maintain and participate in development of MAS specific policies, manuals, and procedure development. •Follow policies and procedures of Samaritan’s Purse as set forth in the Policy Manual, and ensure compliance by MAS team. •Travel to each MAS location to stay current with local management and direct reports, field activities, and to conduct reviews at least quarterly to ensure appropriate staffing, project and financial expenditures tracking and accountability, and controls according to Samaritan’s Purse and MAS policies and procedures, and address needs and issues which require attention. •Supervises Finance and Administration staff across all of MAS: Directly supervises three (3) to four (4) supervisory and non-supervisory regular employees; indirectly supervises 3 to 4 regular employees in other locations. COMPETENCIES DESIRED: •An understanding and appreciation of aviation and its contribution to the ministry •Understanding of and practice Biblical leadership •Understanding of Biblical grace and accountability •Strong business background, including financials, accounting, controls, processes, and human resources •Exceptional problem solving/analysis •Excellent communication and initiative •Personal effectiveness/credibility •Focus on continuous improvement (processes/productivity) •Strong collaboration skills •Willingness to undertake any task at any time when necessary EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required, as well as a strong understanding of controls, processes, and separation of duties, plus at least five (5) years’ related finance and administrative experience. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook required. Twelve credit hours of college-level Biblical studies strongly preferred. Full-time position Full Benefits Package including: •Medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance •Flexible Spending Account (FSA) •Long-term and short-term disability insurance •Term Life insurance •401(k) retirement savings plan •Paid vacation/holidays/sick leave •Relocation Package available (not a remote position) Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Samaritan’s Purse Distinct Objectives: PROCLAIM THE GOSPEL - EXALT Christ and share the Gospel while working in His Name around the world SERVE WITH EXCELLENCE - EXCEED the world’s standard while serving the purposes of God’s kingdom RESPOND WITH COMPASSIONATE ACTION - EXPEDITE our response to needs as the Lord reveals opportunities to minister DEMONSTRATE BIBLICAL INTEGRITY - EXHIBIT character and integrity personally, at home and work WALK IN BOLD FAITH - EXPECT God to do the impossible