Associate Regional Director
Summary:
Represent the regional office in carrying out the regional function to ensure good Young Life ministry in that region. As well as knowing and upholding all Young Life policies and procedures.

Ministry Functions:
Spiritual Development- "following Jesus." Includes: Prayer and spiritual disciplines, fellowship, growth and health and church relationships

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.

Ensure that all Young Life ministry in the region, is designed and carried out with a dependence on prayer that takes place out of the overflow of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Leadership Development - "Equipping leaders, committee and staff." Includes: Key volunteer care, recruiting, teambuilding and training, supervision and vision casting.

Assist regional director in casting vision for reaching "every kid" within the region.

Assist regional director in developing diverse leadership and ministries.

Work with the regional director to recruit, interview, hire and place staff within the region.

Supervise, develop and evaluate staff, providing resources and experiences needed to implement the vision.

Facilitate departures when necessary and as assigned.

Assist regional director in the development and implementation of regional trainings.

Conduct assignments or events as assigned by the regional director, including leadership weekends, recruiting days, staff development, leader training and more.

Resource Development- "fueling the ministry." Includes events, major donor care, public relations (branding) and TDS team.

Help areas develop committees. Communicate regularly with committee and TDS chairs within the region.

Help develop and lead the region's fundraising strategy, ensuring excellence in communication to donors.

Raise the necessary funds to carry out the regional ministry vision with the Regional Director.

Ensure a TDS plan including vision statement and strategy and financial master plan is implemented and reviewed for each area under your direct supervision.

Expected to raise a portion of the person budget as agreed upon with the RD.

Work with Development staff to identify potential donors for missionwide efforts.

Coordinate and conduct quality events which reflect Young Life's capacity to impact kids and warrant the investment of a participant's personal and corporate resources.

Work with the area committee to develop good community and church relationships.

If appropriate, recruit, develop, encourage and sustain a diverse regional committee.

Direct Ministry- "Proclaiming and discipling." Includes contact work, club, campaigners and camp.

Assist in the development of new areas, and identify interested adults to help the ministry to grow.

Visit area as needed or assign, including routine and emergency crisis visits.

Observe and evaluate local areas ensure Young Life ministry is carried out with excellence.

Assist the RD to ensure a regional plan is in place to grow Young Life in the region, including multi-cultural and specialized ministries.

Maintain ministry contact with kids to the extent it is necessary to be effective in this role.

Provide networking opportunities to offer additional camping experiences using non-Young Life camps and discipleship experiences

Ministry Support - "Taking care of business" Accounting, administration, communication (internal), data management and strategic plan.

Maintain professionalism concerning office hours, dress, conduct and time management.

Provide clear, prompt, appropriate and professional communication to everyone within the scope of ministry.

Develop an appropriate system for reporting, expense report responsibilities and the use of regional funds using Young Life accounting applications.

Set yearly strategic ministry plan growth and initiatives to grow the ministry; review them on a regular basis.

Implement and support regional initiatives, such as a student staff, program, multi-cultural advance and Forward.

Accept both short and long-term assignments of projects.

Education:

College degree preferred.

Qualifications Required For The Job:
Completion of Core Training - Phase One

Must be able to supervise at a distance.

Proven spiritual leader.

Proven leadership in developing diverse staff and ministries

Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Has the potential and capacity to function as a regional director.

Job Specific Working Conditions:

Come Join our Vibrant Leadership Team!

We're excited to welcome a new Associate Regional director to join our team of supervisors serving Young Life across Oregon and SW Washington. This role is for someone who loves investing in Young Life staff and helping our club ministries thrive. We're looking for a seasoned leader who is passionate about developing and supervising staff, providing thoughtful care and encouragement, and walking alongside area ministries through both opportunities and challenges.

As part of a collaborative team, you'll help equip and support staff, offer wisdom in navigating ministry obstacles, and contribute to a culture of healthy leadership, prayer, and partnership. If you find joy in coaching others, strengthening leaders, and helping ministries flourish for the sake of reaching more adolescents with the love of Jesus, we'd love to have you apply!

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is outlined below. This base pay range is for the U.S. and is not applicable to locations outside of the United States. This role requires personal fundraising, up to 70% of the base salary.

The anticipated salary rate for this position can range from $76,150 - $95,000 depending on relevant education, experience, and location.