Area Director at Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Shakopee, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Ministry Experience, Personnel Management, Fund Development, Team Leadership, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Decision Making, Servant Leadership, Mentoring, Spiritual Leadership, Recruiting, Training, Budget Management, Fundraising

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

The Director is responsible for growing the ministry by praying, staffing, and funding the area through the Advancement Lanes: Ministry, Board, Donor, Talent and International. The Director works in alignment with the Regional Vice President, staff, and board(s) to fulfill the FCA Vision, pursue the FCA Mission, and live the FCA Values by developing and executing a ministry plan for the assigned area. In the FCA Sports Environment(s) [https://recruiting.adp.com/portal-upload/RMPOD3WebDocument/2022/11/clientdata_1170951/8/1815/e749e8e9-eb94-430e-b427-b9697db2990e.pdf], the Director creates a strategic, consistent approach to discipleship -- making disciples who make disciples. The Director is accountable for ensuring that the FCA ministry is conducted according to biblical standards and adhering to FCA policies and procedures. MINISTERIAL DUTIES FCA believes these responsibilities are critical to our mission and that this position plays a vital role in our ministry. FCA expects all functions and responsibilities outlined below to be carried out with a heart surrendered to serving God as a form of worship. * Agree with, and abide by, FCA's Christian Community Statement. * Follow a spiritual rhythm including daily prayer and Bible study to seek the Lord's will for the ministry of FCA. * Lead, conduct and provide spiritual leadership for staff, volunteers, coaches and athletes through prayer, Bible study, worship and living by example so they are equipped to serve others. * Be connected to and participate in a local church through worship and weekly involvement. * At all times, conduct yourself in a manner that affirms biblical standards of conduct in accordance with FCA's Christian beliefs. (see FCA's Christian Community Statement for details) MINISTRY ADVANCEMENT * Ensure FCA is engaging, equipping, and empowering coaches, athletes, and volunteers through 1-on-1s, Huddles and events. * Train and equip staff to empower coaches and athletes to be disciples who make disciples in the Sports Environments. TALENT ADVANCEMENT * Oversee recruiting, hiring, training and developing effective and diverse staff. * Recruit: Actively attract and recruit highly qualified staff prospects to specific ministry opportunities identified in the ministry plan. * Hire: Select candidates, ensure they become fully funded, and onboard to fulfill specific roles and responsibilities based upon their calling, character, competence and chemistry. * Train: Provide tools, resources and training to develop staff members' skills and increase their capacity and competence to effectively execute their responsibilities. * Develop: Prepare staff to lead self, lead others, lead teams and lead organizationally in their current roles and to grow spiritually, personally and professionally for future opportunities. * Ensure the recruiting, training, and developing of volunteers is strategically aligned with the goal of growing the ministry in the Sports Environments. BOARD ADVANCEMENT * Invite, involve, and invest in leadership boards who are committed to pray, serve, and give to advance the ministry. * Encourage Representatives to surround themselves with Advisory Teams. DONOR ADVANCEMENT * Serve as the chief fundraiser and financial manager. * Provide tools, resources, and training for FCA staff to fund the ministry by connecting, communicating, and caring for donors. * Establish and execute an annual budget and funding plan by training and developing staff in growing Home Teams, major donors, and events. INTERNATIONAL ADVANCEMENT * Serve the aligned International Region by mobilizing staff and volunteers to pray, give, and go. Qualifications The Greater Twin Cities Southwest Metro Area is seeking a Director to build and oversee a staff team that serves schools, clubs, coaches, athletes, volunteers, and churches in McLeod, Carver, and Hennepin Counties. We are seeking a candidate in the Southwest Metro Twin Cities Area with ministry experience, ideally with a combination of personnel management and fund development experience through a ministerial framework. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in team leadership, preferably with FCA, and be prepared to support and manage a small team with growing momentum in their areas. We are looking for someone who can inspire and mentor while maintaining a positive and encouraging work environment. They should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration and team growth. A proactive and organized work style is essential, along with the ability to work independently and make thoughtful decisions under pressure. The successful candidate will be a servant leader who is driven, brings wisdom, and leads with a strong sense of mission.

Responsibilities

The Area Director is responsible for growing the ministry by praying, staffing, and funding the area through various Advancement Lanes. They will develop and execute a ministry plan in alignment with the FCA Vision and ensure that the ministry adheres to biblical standards and FCA policies.