Camp & Discipleship Director Whiteshell, MB

POSITION: CAMP & DISCIPLESHIP DIRECTOR, full-time

LOCATION: On-site at Camp Nutimik May-August; based in Winnipeg, MB September-April

Camp Nutimik is a not-for-profit, biblically-based organization affiliated with the Manitoba Baptist Association. Our year-round camp ministry is located 115 kms from Winnipeg, Manitoba in the beautiful North Whiteshell Provincial Park. Our staff team is growing and we are excited to add a new member to our ministry staff team.

Camp Nutimik’s mission is reaching kids, growing disciples & developing leaders. Our camp is seeking to fill a new role of Camp & Discipleship Director to give leadership to all elements of year-round programming & discipleship. An ideal candidate will have a developed passion for Christian camp and/or youth ministry, be a joy filled follower of Jesus, and have a clear understanding of how quality programming drives a camp’s ability to accomplish its mission.

Reporting to the Executive Director and working in cooperation with the year-round staff team, the Camp & Discipleship Director will help Camp Nutimik fulfill its mission and develop strong year‑round bonds with campers & staff. This position will give practical oversight to our existing programs and creation of new initiatives, ensuring the ongoing development & discipleship of the people that are our community, and helping promote the mission and work of Camp Nutimik.

The following details are meant to summarize a position that will ultimately be flexible according to the skills and gifting of a final candidate, in the context of a team culture that works together to excel in ministry.

• Creation and development of all elements of year-round programming (including physical spaces).
• Planning, budgeting and purchasing of equipment and material supplies.
• Assist with facility projects & maintenance needs, as able.
• Involved in the greater strategic planning for development of all property and facilities.
• Together with the Senior Leadership Team, communication and scheduling of chapel speakers and other weekly guests related to summer program; assisting in summer Sunday church service planning, as needed.
• Administrative tasks relating to the greater ministry needs of camp.

• Fostering spiritual growth and connection: this position puts a strong emphasis on relationships—building meaningful connections with campers, mentoring summer staff, and investing in the lives of children and youth both during the summer and throughout the year.
• Leading and supporting spiritual programming at camp, including devotions, Bible studies, and one-on-one mentoring.
• Providing year-round discipleship & leadership development opportunities through follow-up programs, events, and outreach. This role will provide a robust program of regular monthly or bi-monthly meetings and events for several key camp groups: campers, leaders-in-training, and summer staff.
• Developing an engaging curriculum to extend the camp theme at events and meetings throughout the year.
• Modeling a growing relationship with Jesus in all areas of leadership and service.

• In partnership with the Senior Leadership Team, recruitment, hiring, training, encouraging and management of seasonal staff for all seasons of activity and programs.
• Administration related to the hiring process: interviews, communication and paperwork.
• Assisting in team building and conflict resolution as needed.
• In collaboration with the year-round staff team, hosting of various groups on site.
• Working in mission collaboration with our various ministry partners, particularly our Manitoba Baptist Association supporting churches.

• Ensure all promotional materials and digital media are accurate and up to date.
• Work with the Senior Leadership Team to develop strategy to grow programming.
• Development, coordination and facilitation of events and individual meetings to promote Camp Nutimik.
• Management of social media in cooperation with the Senior Leadership Team (and/or other staff).
• Speaking at church and youth services, including possible preaching at Sunday camp church services.
• Assist with elements of camp fundraising.

• Passion…