Information Technology Systems Administrator

Overview

The IT Systems Administrator serves as the primary technology lead for our Christian nonprofit organization. This individual is responsible for maintaining secure, reliable, and cost-effective IT systems that support ministry programs, staff, and outreach efforts.

Because we are a very small team, this role requires a self-directed, service-minded professional who can manage all aspects of IT operations while supporting our mission and Christian values. The ideal candidate understands that technology is a tool to advance ministry impact and steward resources faithfully.

• Serve as the main IT point of contact for all staff
• Recommend cost-effective technology solutions aligned with ministry goals
• Develop and maintain IT policies and documentation
• Plan for long-term scalability and sustainability

• Administer user accounts and permissions (e.g., Microsoft Active Directory or cloud-based identity systems)
• Manage and support Microsoft 365
• Maintain network infrastructure (firewalls, switches, Wi-Fi)
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues

• Implement cybersecurity best practices to protect donor and financial data
• Manage backups, disaster recovery planning, and data retention
• Oversee endpoint protection and patch management
• Ensure confidentiality and integrity of sensitive ministry information

• Provide hands-on helpdesk support for staff and ministry leaders
• Configure laptops, mobile devices, printers, and AV equipment
• Support hybrid/remote work needs
• Manage relationships with IT vendors and service providers
• Oversee software licensing and subscriptions
• Recommend technology purchases within budget constraints
• Identify nonprofit discounts and donation programs

• Strong working knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN)
• Ability to work independently and prioritize in a small-team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with a service-oriented mindset

• Experience working in a nonprofit, church, or ministry setting
• Familiarity with donor management systems (Donor Direct)
• Experience with virtualization (Microsoft Hyper-V)
• Knowledge of cloud infrastructure platforms such as Microsoft Azure
• Self-starter comfortable wearing many hats
• Strong stewardship mindset regarding budget and resources
• Clear communicator able to translate technical concepts for non-technical staff
• High ethical standards and confidentiality
• Flexible and adaptable in a ministry environment

Must review, acknowledge, and accept Ministry Employee Expectations.

• Understand that MVI is a Christian organization whose purpose is to spread the Gospel of Yeshua (Jesus) to the world.
• Agree that the purpose of their employment with MVI is to further its Christian purpose.
• Acknowledge Yeshua (Jesus) as their personal Savior.
• Maintain a personal and active relationship with Yeshua (Jesus).
• Participate in daily/weekly MVI prayer meetings as schedule permits.