YoungLives Coordinator - Columbus, OH

The Young Lives Coordinator serves in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures established by mission leadership to develop and sustain Young Lives ministries in the respective areas.

• Spiritual Development:
  • Lead spiritual development for church membership, including prayer, discipline, fellowship and personal growth.
  • Create and maintain yearly personal growth plans, emphasizing solitude, reflection, prayer and study.
  • Build and maintain relationships with church communities and guide joint activities.
  • Guide teams in sustaining a vibrant spiritual life linked to the practice of faith.
• Leadership Development:
  • Recruit, train and supervise mentors, childcare leaders and volunteers to build effective teams.
  • Provide key volunteer care, team‑building, training and vision casting.
  • Collaborate with area leaders and assist with committee functions.
  • Model excellence in contact work, club, campaigns and camping.
• Resource Development:
  • Plan and execute fundraising events and major donor care.
  • Communicate ministry updates to donor partners.
  • Develop relationships with schools, parent‑support programs and community organizations.
  • Assist in building sub‑committees and maintaining stewardship within the community.
• Direct Ministry:
  • Engage in all three levels of contact work (contact, club, campaigns).
  • Lead outreach meetings, campaigner meetings and summer/camping strategies.
  • Participate in summer assignments at camps or other facilities.
• Ministry Support:
  • Handle accounting, administration, internal communication and data management.
  • Maintain health & safety policies; manage finances with stewardship, accountability and transparency.
  • Ensure accurate records for children, leaders and donors.
  • Prepare yearly ministry plans and review them regularly.
• Training and Professional Development:
  • Complete at least two years as a Staff Associate before assignment.
  • Attend “Young Lives” trainings, regional and divisional sessions as required.
  • Participate in mission‑wide staff conferences every four years.
  • Pursue continuing educational opportunities, including graduate degrees, where relevant.

• Commitment to an ongoing relationship with Christ and clear communication of the Gospel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proven relational skills with adolescents and adults, especially pregnant and parenting teen mothers.
• Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, strong leadership abilities.
• Ability to travel as job responsibilities require.
• College degree preferred; completion of requisite training by supervisor.