Area Director - Young Life

About the role

Young Life is looking for an Area Director to lead its work in a multicultural, multilingual area. The role combines spiritual leadership, team building, volunteer development and fundraising, with a college degree required.

Key responsibilities

• Demonstrate spiritual leadership personally and professionally, and actively take part in the spiritual life of the Young Life community.
• Model excellence in contact work, clubs, campaigns and camping for other leaders.
• Learn to recruit and train new leaders so they can build a relationship team reflecting the community.
• Develop a plan to train, disciple and develop volunteer leaders.
• Raise 100% of the financial support for the individual budget and maintain good donor-care practices.
• Oversee resource development, meet with donors and oversee fundraising events and opportunities.
• Communicate ministry updates and progress to donor partners.
• Maintain accurate records on kids, leaders and donors.
• Take part in or lead staff and training events, and plan and organise outreach and camp activities.

Required profile

• Demonstrated strong Young Life team leadership experience; previous Young Life staff experience preferred.
• Adventurous and adaptable attitude for a new culture, able to relate, work and build community in a multicultural, multilingual area.
• Vision and ability to recruit, develop and multiply leaders.
• Ability to identify and develop fundraising opportunities locally.
• Must maintain confidentiality.
• College degree required.

Required skills

• Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

What we offer

• Housing supplements and cost-of-living adjustments for staff living overseas.
• Reimbursement for a vehicle, an annual personal trip to see family, private school education for dependent children, language school and moving expenses.
• A one-time bonus of up to two months' salary.

To apply, candidates complete an International Inquiry Form.