Mission Staff- Nashville Young Lives

Young Life • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Mission Staff position at Nashville Young Lives involves training and direct field ministry experience to lead and participate in effective Young Life ministry. The role encompasses various ministry functions including spiritual development, leadership development, resource development, direct ministry, and ministry support. The staff member is expected to develop a personal growth plan, engage in the spiritual life of the community, recruit and train leaders, raise financial support, and manage ministry operations while adhering to Young Life policies.

Requirements

• Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life including time for solitude, retreat, reflection, prayer, and a sincere commitment to understanding God's Word.
• Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines in the context of active participation in a church community.
• Actively participate in the spiritual life of the Young Life community.
• Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development.
• Meet with volunteer leaders and area leadership on a regular basis.
• Recruit and train new leaders to build a leadership team that reflects the community.
• Model excellence in contact work, club, Campaigners, and camping to other leaders.
• Assist in training leaders, team leaders, and committee on effective teamwork and yearly ministry strategy.
• Raise financial support as directed and maintain good donor care practices.
• Communicate ministry updates and progress to personal donor partners.
• Network and develop strategic relationships with key adults in the community.
• Assist with camp fundraisers.
• Engage in all three levels of contact work.
• Lead a team to plan and conduct a Young Life club and Campaigners/discipleship ministry.
• Implement a summer and school-season camping strategy for the ministry.
• Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life camp each year.
• Adhere to all Young Life policies and procedures and maintain professionalism.
• Manage finances with stewardship, accountability, and transparency.
• Maintain accurate information on kids, leaders, and donors for area records.
• Provide clear, prompt, appropriate, and professional communication.
• Set yearly strategic ministry plan and initiatives to reach every kid.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree