Description

Young Life in France is looking for a full-time staff associate to pioneer ministry in international (English-speaking) schools in Lyon, the second largest metropolitan area in France. The opportunity is to partner with one or more of the international schools in Lyon, with the support of a full-time American staff person living in Lyon. Would you like to be part of reaching teenagers and making an impact on the lives of these international students? Come be a part of making a kingdom-difference in the lives of teenagers living in Lyon!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate spiritual leadership on a personal and professional level.
• Participate in dynamic direct ministry with teenagers of multiple nationalities (in English).
• Participate in staff and training events as required.
• Learn to recruit and train new leaders to build a relational team that reflects the community.
• Develop a plan to equip, disciple and retain English-speaking volunteer leaders.
• Establish and collaborate with a Committee of local adults (in English).
• Raise 100% of financial support and maintain good donor care practices with both local and U.S. donors.
• Communicate ministry updates and progress to donors.
• Maintain accurate information on kids, leaders and donors for area records.
• Maintain professional relationships with school administration as well as teachers.
• Maintain confidentiality in an extremely secular country.

Qualifications:

• Curiosity, adaptability and open-mindedness regarding French culture, as well as an eagerness to learn
• College degree required
• French language school and/or a college degree (or minor) in French is highly preferred.
• Experience as a Young Life volunteer leader is required. Experience as a Young Life team leader is preferred.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a multicultural, multilingual environment
• Entrepreneurial skills and/or mindset
• Proven relational skills with both teenagers and adults
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Three-year commitment required

How To Apply:

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Questions about International?​ Email the International Employment Coordinator at jboulos@sc.younglife.org .