Kimberly Ramsey
Detroit Lakes,MN
Summary
Christ centered and compassionate team leader with proven
experience in church, non-profit and cross-cultural ministry. Visionary
event manager with the ability to translate that vision into specific
action plans and inspire others to follow. Self-motivated, program
director who continually improves strategies and approaches,
practicing resource management to reach goals. Problem solver who
thrives on challenges and the opportunity to make a difference. My
goal is to portray the love of Christ in both my personal and
professional life, no matter what the task, while being directly involved
in the transformational work of the ministry.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Team World Vision Associate Representative
World Vision
01.2022 - Current
- Currently serve as Women for Women Event Manager, partnering with internal leaders to develop strategy, integrate mission goals, and utilize all resources to grow program involvement and channel fundraising goals by introducing a new female focused event
- Oversee event lifecycle from initial creation to completion: planning; integration into TWV structure; develop program details, manage cost & expenditure; initiate and negotiate contracts with venues; coordinate logistics, staff, and volunteers; gather and analyze all post-event feedback
- Organize and build a streamline workflow for collection and completion of online event resources; while building and maintaining online channels to create a seamless participant experience, to ensure participant engagement
- Evaluate overall operational practices and identify improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures within TWV
- Project management overseeing the timeline of TWV design and/or special projects, leading multiple teams through the process from start to finish.
Missions Director & Associate Pastor
Christian Fellowship Church
Detroit Lakes, MN
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Conceptualized and created outreach/mission’s ministry strategies, integrating the ministry with the mission of the church, and focused on providing intentional outreach experiences
- Doubled congregational involvement with various presentations, outreach opportunities, and guiding the congregation through cross- cultural training classes
- Initiated and coordinated mission trips; including team discipleship, travel logistics, budget, recruiting, and training; while partnering with ministries in the host country
- Involvement and development in pastoral care, special events
- Women's Ministry leadership, and preaching.
Life | Administrator
Young
Detroit Lakes, MN
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Oversaw creation, planning, management, and production of multiple annual events (fundraising, banquets, triathlon, etc.) at one time, while collaborating with staff and volunteer teams
- Developed and cultivated relationships with stakeholders, churches, and local businesses through various touch points, recognition, and ministry related experiences; to create a unique donor journey and inspire commitment
- Analyzed and tracked expenditures of $350k program budget, while implementing cost reductions; created and maintained master schedule while tracking tasks, timelines, and milestones
- Studied processes and developed reporting procedures to maintain administrative workflow; obtained 70% increase in donor pledges through creation of new communication and tracking systems
- Participated in formal strategic planning sessions to determine 5- year ministry goals; recommended future steps and applied to ministry program.
Ministry Program Director
Lakes Area Vineyard Church
Detroit Lakes, MN
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Directed and designed a new ministry experience, aimed at supporting and encouraging young mothers in our community
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution, created new branding to align with the church's vision
- Recruited, developed and equipped a leadership team, empowering them to carry out the mission of the ministry
- Grew attendance from 0-40+ members in two years; in a rural community.
Coordinator
FCC
Hope Camp
- Coordinator, White
- Earth Indian Reservation, Mission Trip Leader and Outreach
Coordinator
Young Life
- Young Life, Regional Women's
- Leadership Coordinator
- Summer Camp
- Leadership Teams & Volunteer
Education
Master of Arts - Ministry Leadership & Cross-Cultural Ministry
Crown College
2017
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts & Photography
University of Minnesota
2002
Skills
- Program Development /
- Management
- Special Events and Fundraising
- Cost & Revenue Management
- Public Speaking / Communication
- Team Leadership and Training
- Conflict Resolution
- Collaboration and Cross Functional
- Coordination
- Volunteer Recruitment and
- Development
- Office Administration / Operations
Timeline
Team World Vision Associate Representative
World Vision
01.2022 - Current
Missions Director & Associate Pastor
Christian Fellowship Church
01.2012 - 01.2017
Life | Administrator
Young
01.2011 - 01.2016
Ministry Program Director
Lakes Area Vineyard Church
01.2009 - 01.2012
Coordinator
FCC
Hope Camp
Coordinator
Young Life
Master of Arts - Ministry Leadership & Cross-Cultural Ministry
Crown College
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts & Photography
University of Minnesota
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