Hancock County Area Director - Youth For Christ

Position Summary

This person reports to the Executive Director or Chief Ministry Officer as a key part of the leadership team. S/he is primarily responsible for, but not limited to, overseeing ministry in a specific geographical area encompassing multiple ministry sites for the chapter. This includes oversight of ministry sites, shepherding through the supervision of the ministry staff and their leadership development, resourcing the staff as they implement effective ministry, development of future ministry sites, community collaboration and fund development.

Essential Functions

Ministry Health

Direct and guide the ministry team in your area through the 5 Essentials and National Ministry best practices
Manage current ministry staff team through individual supervision and regular area staff meetings
Develop current ministry sites health and growth
Regularly evaluate ministry effectiveness while helping sites and site leaders grow
Volunteer oversight for your area; work with site directors to develop a recruiting, training and retention plan for volunteers and volunteer teams.
Potentially work with other area directors and oversight of volunteer intake process
Build deep community relationships in and around current ministry sites.
Provide ministry resources for trips and events while spearheading events or assist during these events
Consistently involved in local ministry with lost teens
Some administrative functions involved (reporting, scheduling, etc.)

Ministry Growth

Work with the Executive Director or Chief Ministry Officer in developing vision for ministry expansion in your area
Assist in laying the foundation for effective ministry in that particular new ministry site
Assist in the hiring process of staff for each ministry site
Support and train new ministry staff in community development and ministry in their first year
Build a strategic community collaboration plan for new sites

Leadership Development

Build a culture of people development within the chapter
Invest in direct reports’ growth and development
Aid new ministry staff in their journey through the initial YFC Credentialing process
Participate in the wider movement for your continued personal growth (regionally & nationally)
Oversight of any internship programs for investment in raising up young leaders Donor Development
Be involved in all team-oriented fundraising efforts
Win, keep and lift donors
Walk with the Executive Director or Chief Ministry Officer in the process of pursuing significant donors
Develop local support to assist with current and new ministry sites
Assist site directors in developing local Community Support Teams when appropriate

Spiritual Responsibilities

Because the overriding religious purpose and mission of Youth for Christ USA is to communicate and introduce the Gospel of Jesus Christ to young people and their families, and in that regard to make, educate and encourage life-long disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, it is very important that you as an employee in the movement of Youth for Christ be recognized as an associate minister of the Gospel. As an employee of Youth for Christ and an associate minister of the Gospel, YFC expects all employees to:

Seek God’s guidance and wisdom, through prayer and meditation, for the organization as a whole as well as for specific ministry initiatives.
Participate and lead regular times of prayer, devotion and worship as a regular aspect of your role within YFC.
Teach and preach from the Holy Bible at YFC staff meetings, conferences, camps and events.
Model empathy, humility and care for all people. This includes promoting equity and inclusion in word and in the practice of faith expression.

YFC employees will have an opportunity to be commissioned or licensed as a minister of the Gospel through the established Youth for Christ process, and/or ordained by an outside body recognized by Youth for Christ USA.

Position Requirements

Job Title: Hancock County Area

Reports To: Executive Director

FLSA Status: Exempt (Full-time)

Position Summary

The Area Director provides leadership and oversight for Youth for Christ (YFC) ministry programs within a designated geographic area. This role ensures that YFC’s mission to reach young people with the hope of Christ is advanced through relational ministry, strong volunteer engagement, and effective partnerships with schools, churches, and community organizations. The Area Director develops and equips staff and volunteers, oversees ministry strategies, and manages local resources to ensure sustainable impact.

Key Responsibilities

Ministry Leadership

Provide spiritual and organizational leadership for all YFC ministry sites within assigned area.
Oversee ministry models such as Campus Life, Juvenile Justice Ministry, City Life, or other YFC programs.
Ensure ministry strategies align with YFC’s mission, vision, and national standards.
Build relationships with students, families, and community leaders to strengthen ministry presence.

Team Development

Recruit, train, and supervise ministry staff and volunteers, fostering a culture of discipleship and accountability.
Provide regular coaching, mentoring, and evaluation for team members.
Champion ongoing leadership development opportunities for staff and volunteers.

Community Engagement

Develop and maintain partnerships with local schools, churches, and community organizations.
Serve as a representative of YFC in the community, cultivating trust and collaboration.
Communicate ministry impact stories to stakeholders, supporters, and partners.

Resource Development & Stewardship

Participate in personal fundraising to support ministry sustainability.
Assist in area fundraising events, campaigns, and donor engagement.
Manage area ministry budgets in coordination with the finance team.

Organizational Leadership

Collaborate with other Area Directors and leadership staff to align area strategies with overall chapter goals.
Ensure compliance with YFC policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
Provide regular updates and impact reports to the Executive Director and Board.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in ministry, education, social services, or related field preferred, although work and life experiences can demonstrate competency and aptitude.
3–5 years of experience in ministry leadership, youth development, or nonprofit management preferred.
Proven ability to lead and develop teams.
Strong organizational, relational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
Fundraising and budget management experience preferred.
Deep personal commitment to Jesus Christ and alignment with YFC’s Statement of Faith and mission.

Work Environment

Combination of office-based work and on-site ministry presence at schools and community locations.
Requires some evening and weekend hours for programs, events, and relational ministry.
Local travel within assigned area; occasional regional/national YFC events.

EEO Statement

Youth For Christ (YFC) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, handicap, marital status, or other unlawful discriminatory characteristics in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

YFC is classified as an Association of Churches and as such our hiring practices reflect that designation. As a religious nonprofit organization, YFC incorporates within each leader role, the requirement to model, teach, share and live the faith. The relationship between YFC’s mission and each of its leaders is its lifeblood and as such does at all times and in all instances reserve the right to make employment decisions based upon a person’s religious beliefs, personal character and lifestyle consistent with our understanding of the Bible or with our overall goals and requirements for Christian ministry.

We seek to create a workplace that is intentional about Kingdom Inspired Diversity. Our commitment to our employees extends to their opportunities for growth, development, promotion, training and compensation.

We will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to the organization.

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