staff associate

Luxembourg

Description

Young Life in Luxembourg is seeking a full-time staff associate to lead ministry in Esch-sur-Alzette and assist in the Luxembourg City area. Esch-sur-Alzette, the second largest city in Luxembourg, is near the French border and is located in a unique area of the country. Esch-sur-Alzette has the largest concentration of youth in the whole country. You will work alongside American staff with experience living in Luxembourg to build and grow ministry efforts.

Luxembourg boasts a rich multicultural heritage, offering the chance to engage with individuals from various nationalities. If you are passionate about reaching teenagers and making a positive impact on their lives, we invite you to join us in making a kingdom difference in the lives of Luxembourg's youth.

Responsibilities:

  • Demonstrate spiritual leadership on a personal and professional level.
  • Participate in dynamic direct ministry with teenagers of multiple nationalities (in English or French).
  • 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 or French).
  • 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.
  • Create professional relationships with school administration as well as teachers.
  • Maintain confidentiality in an extremely secular country.

Qualifications:

  • Curiosity, adaptability and open-mindedness regarding French and Luxembourgish 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.
  • Portuguese, and German language proficiency is a bonus.
  • 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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