About Us

YFC London is a youth-focused, faith-based organization that exists to help youth in our local community reach their full potential by showing love and care for their whole person. YFC London’s mission is to see the hope and potential in every young person. We do this by helping youth holistically by encouraging community, developing relationships, and offering programming that builds life skills and connections with each other and with God.

We are looking for an individual who is excited to participate in the mission of YFC London by planning, implementing, and engaging in youth activities in our centre at 254 Adelaide Street South in London, Ontario, as well as connecting with youth in the local schools, and with churches and community partners. Candidates should be excited to build on current programs running at YFC London, and investigate opportunities for new programs based on their God-given gifts and abilities, while contextualizing them with the needs of the community that we have been placed in to serve. Building effective, sustainable, and meaningful relationships with youth, the YFC London team, and partners is essential. Responsibilities include programming both in the YFC London facility and in the community at large, some administrative tasks, and being part of the YFC London team for partner relationships and development.

About You

As part of the role, you will:

· Work directly with elementary and high school aged youth, both at the YFC London Centre and in the local community

· Attend regularly scheduled team meetings, and participate in YFC Canada retreats and activities

· Be capable of recruiting, leading and working with a team of youth workers and volunteers

· Participate in fundraising events

· Interact with the public including the parents of connected youth

· Complete administrative tasks where needed and appropriate (reports, policies, etc.)

· Responsibly uphold YFC London policies, procedures, and risk management

· Be involved in all training and ongoing professional development opportunities

To succeed in the role, you will bring:

· Alignment with the message, mission and ministry strategy of YFC London

· A commitment to pursuing spiritual maturity

· Emotional intelligence

· Excellent relational skills with a heart for connecting with youth and their parents

· Active participation in a team environment

· Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience with strong interpersonal skills

· Strong administrative and organizational skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· A proven ability to work independently

· Post-secondary education is an asset

· Satisfactory Criminal Reference Check (Vulnerable Persons Sector)

Additional things that will help you in the role:

· Experience with youth ministry

· A passion for learning, curiosity, and pro-activity

· Responsible time management skills

· Urgency in work and an ability to complete projects in a timely manner

What You Will Enjoy About Us

· A team-based approach to ministry that focuses on caring for everyone holistically as part of the group, in a positive and creative way!

· Celebrating each individual’s unique gifts and skills within the team, while caring for the youth connected with the ministry

· Comprehensive benefits packages, training, retreats, development opportunities, paid vacation time and a RRSP match program

Salary

The salary of this position is determined on a scale based on education and experience. The position is funded through the team approach to fundraising utilized by YFC London.

Hiring Statement

At YFC London, we believe the workplace is unified when everyone can serve from their God-given gifts, and encouraged and recognized when we do. We believe that we can serve our youth most effectively when our staff represent the communities in which we serve. At YFC London we are working hard to foster an environment of collaboration, diversity, inclusivity and respect. We encourage people of all ethnicities and abilities who love Jesus and are aligned with our vision and values, to consider applying.

We strive to achieve equality and excellence in the workplace, which means no one will be denied employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to fit for a role. We also understand employment equity means more than treating individuals in the same way but requires special measures and the accommodation of differences. In this way, we are working to create a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Please send your cover letter and resume to joel.timmerman@yfclondon.com

We thank everyone for interest, but only those receiving interviews will be contacted.