Small Groups Associate Director

Victory World Church•Midtown, GA

About The Position

PURPOSE The Associate Director of Small Groups provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and pastoral care for the Small Groups ministry at the campus level. This role partners closely with the Small Groups Director/Pastor, Campus Executive Pastor, and Central Leadership to help cast vision, develop leaders, and cultivate healthy, sustainable discipleship communities across the campus. The Associate Director is responsible for translating vision into execution, supporting Volunteer Ministry Leaders (VMLs), Coaches, and Leads, strengthening systems and processes, and ensuring alignment with Victory Church’s mission, values, and discipleship strategy. RESPONSIBILITIES Culture & Team Ownership You are part of one team taking ownership and responsibility for the care and keeping of this house. You stay willing and eager to serve in big and small ways, from welcoming guests to picking up trash. Model Victory Church values in leadership, collaboration, and care for people. Small Groups Leadership & Strategy Help provide day-to-day leadership and strategic oversight of the Small Groups ministry for the campus. Partner with the Small Groups Pastor/Director to execute vision, goals, and ministry rhythms for Small Group Ministry. Evaluate, refine, and improve Small Groups systems, processes, and leader pathways to support ministry growth and health. Translate Central Ministry vision into effective campus-level implementation. Leader Development & Care Recruit, train, coach, and care for Small Group Coaches, Leaders and Volunteer Ministry Leaders (VMLs). Lead regular leader touchpoints, coaching conversations, and development gatherings. Identify, develop, and empower future leaders, coordinators, and associate leaders. Facilitate training sessions for Small Group Coaches and Leaders Provide relational and care to VMLs, Coaches, and Leaders addressing challenges with wisdom and discretion. Operations & Execution Help oversee Small Groups operations including calendars, proposals, metrics, meeting agendas, recaps, and reporting. Help lead the planning and execution of Small Groups launches, leader trainings, and key events. Collaborate with Central teams to ensure alignment and excellence. Oversee campus-wide communication related to Small Groups Cross-Ministry & Campus Collaboration Support broader campus initiatives and events as assigned by the Campus Leadership or Small Groups Pastor/Director Assist with additional ministry initiatives as needed, contributing to overall campus health and growth. COMPETENCIES Strategic Thinking Team & Volunteer Leadership Interpersonal & Pastoral Care Skills Problem Solving Decision Making Project & Program Management Strong Verbal & Written Communication Self-Initiative & Ownership Adaptability in a fast-paced ministry environment

Requirements

4+ years of ministry leadership, team leadership, or program management experience (church or faith-based organization preferred).
Proven experience leading volunteers and developing leaders.
Experience overseeing ministry operations, systems, and cross-functional collaboration.
Strong administrative and organizational skills.
Data management and reporting experience.
Comfortable with public speaking and presenting to large audiences.
Proficient in Mac and Microsoft 365 applications
Comfortable learning and managing church management systems, planning tools, and communication platforms
An acceptance of, and commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
An understanding of the mission and purpose of Victory Church.
Acceptance and agreement of Victory Church’s CHECK values and staff commitments

Responsibilities

Help provide day-to-day leadership and strategic oversight of the Small Groups ministry for the campus.
Partner with the Small Groups Pastor/Director to execute vision, goals, and ministry rhythms for Small Group Ministry.
Evaluate, refine, and improve Small Groups systems, processes, and leader pathways to support ministry growth and health.
Translate Central Ministry vision into effective campus-level implementation.
Recruit, train, coach, and care for Small Group Coaches, Leaders and Volunteer Ministry Leaders (VMLs).
Lead regular leader touchpoints, coaching conversations, and development gatherings.
Identify, develop, and empower future leaders, coordinators, and associate leaders.
Facilitate training sessions for Small Group Coaches and Leaders
Provide relational and care to VMLs, Coaches, and Leaders addressing challenges with wisdom and discretion.
Help oversee Small Groups operations including calendars, proposals, metrics, meeting agendas, recaps, and reporting.
Help lead the planning and execution of Small Groups launches, leader trainings, and key events.
Collaborate with Central teams to ensure alignment and excellence.
Oversee campus-wide communication related to Small Groups
Support broader campus initiatives and events as assigned by the Campus Leadership or Small Groups Pastor/Director
Assist with additional ministry initiatives as needed, contributing to overall campus health and growth.