International Director

Overview:

The Lee County International Director is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of programs tailored for international youth within the context of Biblical values and principles throughout Lee county. This role requires a deep commitment to nurturing the holistic development of young individuals, integrating faith-based teachings to foster personal growth, community engagement, and spiritual enrichment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Development:

• Design, plan, and implement a range of international programs catering to the needs and interests of youth.
• Ensure that all activities align with the mission, vision, and values of the organization and are grounded in Biblical principles.
• Collaborate with the Outreach Director to merge programs for City Life and to bring in the International community. 

2. Discipleship:

• Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment where youth feel valued, supported, and empowered to participate actively.
• Build meaningful relationships with youth, providing mentorship, guidance, and support as they navigate various life challenges.
• Work alongside and with City Life for discipleship.
• Organize opportunities for youth to express their faith through service projects, retreats, and spiritual formation activities. 

3. Leadership and Supervision:

• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers involved in international programs for Youth.
• Provide ongoing support, feedback, and professional development opportunities to ensure the effectiveness of the team.
• Lead by example, demonstrating a strong commitment to Biblical values, integrity, and ethical conduct in all interactions.

4. Community Outreach:

• Collaborate with local churches, schools, youth organizations, and other stakeholders to expand the reach and impact of recreational programs.
• Identify opportunities for partnership and collaboration to address the needs of youth in the broader community.
• Serve as a liaison between the organization and the community, advocating for the well-being and interests of youth.

6. Donor Communication

• Utilizes tools and platforms provided by YFC’s External Marketing department to prepare and send ministry updates to giving partner base in the form of monthly letters, emails, etc.
• Collects ministry update content from staff, volunteers and kids (i.e. quotes, stories, images, footage) on an ongoing basis to customize monthly or quarterly communications.
• Implements special communication projects, as assigned

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. 

Fundraising Responsibilities.

 All YFC employees are expected to regularly and actively participate in faithful activities that advance the stewardship functions of YFC/USA. These activities will include—but are not limited to— extending invitations to fundraising events, recruiting personal circle of influence/YFC donor contacts, sending letters, handwritten notes, personal calls, and personally ministering to donor contacts.

Primary Stewards

Employees may be assigned a Primary Steward of any of the following: Volunteer(s), Donor(s), Vendor(s) Chapter(s), Process, Standard and Best Practices (PSBPs).

Position Requirements

• Bi-lingual; able to speak English
• Knowledge & Skills
• Embraces the vision, mission and Statement of Faith of Youth for Christ.
• Understands YFC’s 5 Essentials and leads through this model.
• Self-Motivator 
• Strong moral character and of good repute
• Understands and knows EAYFC’s 6 Values: Zeal, Integrity, Humility, Intentionality, Flexibility and Fun. 
• Connect well with youth 
  • Well-spoken in front of youth and adults
• Manage a team of diverse volunteers.
• Honors and pursues diversity of gifts, cultures and ethnicities
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Good relationship building skills with adults and young people.
• Perseverance through opposition and obstacles.
• Willing to demonstrate and/or possesses the following:
• Ability to humbly serve and honor others even in difficult situations with prayer, consistency, transparency, and resilience. (Enduring Humility).
• Demonstrates proper reliance on God, others, and self through generous giving of time and skills, by collaboratively incorporating others’ ideas, welcoming candid input, recognizing others’ need for grace and extending forgiveness and empathy. (Relentless Trust).
• Prioritizes others’ needs for a missional outcome, characterized by joy, with active listening and problem-solving skills, while encouraging and empowering fellow believers. (Joyful Camaraderie).
• Trusts God with new approaches and changes, and communicates needs and limits with emotional intelligence, while seeking confidence and wisdom in Christ. (Courageous Faithfulness)
• Seeks authentic Christ-Centered relationships with people of various backgrounds, fosters an inviting environment and empowers historically marginalized groups and indigenous populations (within the local context), through active listening, inclusion, advocacy for those who are vulnerable and respect of others’ experiences. (Kingdom Inspired Diversity).
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft, Google, and other database platforms

The Lee County International Director plays a vital role in creating a nurturing and spiritually enriching

environment where young individuals can grow, thrive, and make positive contributions to their

communities.