Camp & Discipleship Director

Nipawin; Whiteshell Hutterite Colony; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing May-Aug

Internet & cell phone allowance

Meals during events

Benefits package

Three weeks vacation

Job summary

Camp Nutimik seeks a Camp & Discipleship Director to lead year-round programs and discipleship. This full-time role reports to the Executive Director and involves developing yearly programming, mentoring staff, and fostering strong camper relationships both in summer and year-round activities.

The ideal candidate is a mature Christian with post-secondary education in Biblical/Youth Ministry, strong communication skills, and a track record of team leadership in camp or youth settings.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for camp and outdoor ministry, living for Jesus, training leaders and for seeing young people know Jesus and grow in their faith.
• Post-secondary education in Biblical Studies/Pastoral/Youth Ministry or equivalent education or experience.
• Mature Christian, able to agree with the Camp Nutimik statement of faith and values, mission & purpose.
• Tested ability to lead others in a camp ministry, youth ministry or similar setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creation and development of all elements of year-round programming (including physical spaces).
• Planning, budgeting and purchasing of equipment and material supplies.
• Assist with facility projects & maintenance needs, as able.
• Involved in the greater strategic planning for development of all property and facilities.
• Together with the Senior Leadership Team, communication and scheduling of chapel speakers and other weekly guests related to summer program; assisting in summer Sunday church service planning, as needed.
• Administrative tasks relating to the greater ministry needs of camp.
• Fostering spiritual growth and connection: building meaningful connections with campers, mentoring summer staff, and investing in the lives of children and youth both during the summer and throughout the year.
• Leading and supporting spiritual programming at camp, including devotions, Bible studies, and one-on-one mentoring.
• Providing year-round discipleship & leadership development opportunities through follow-up programs, events, and outreach.
• Developing an engaging curriculum to extend the camp theme at events and meetings throughout the year.
• Modeling a growing relationship with Jesus in all areas of leadership and service.
• Recruitment, hiring, training, encouraging and management of seasonal staff for all seasons of activity and programs.
• Administration related to the hiring process: interviews, communication and paperwork.
• Hosting of various groups on site.
• Working in mission collaboration with partners, particularly Manitoba Baptist Association.
• Assisting in team building and conflict resolution as needed.
• Ensure all promotional materials and digital media are accurate and up to date.
• Work with the Senior Leadership Team to develop strategy to grow programming.
• Development, coordination and facilitation of events and individual meetings to promote Camp Nutimik.
• Management of social media in cooperation with the Senior Leadership Team.
• Speaking at church and youth services, including possible preaching at Sunday camp church services.
• Assist with elements of camp fundraising.

Skills

Passion for camp ministry

Leadership development

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Post-secondary in Biblical Studies/Youth Ministry

Tools

Google Docs

Canva

CampBrain

Job description

CAMP NUTIMIK JOB POSTING – October 2026

POSITION: CAMP & DISCIPLESHIP DIRECTOR, full-time

LOCATION: On-site at Camp Nutimik May-August; based in Winnipeg, MB September-April

Camp Nutimik is a not-for-profit, biblically-based organization affiliated with the Manitoba Baptist
Association. Our year-round camp ministry is located 115 kms from Winnipeg, Manitoba in the
beautiful North Whiteshell Provincial Park. Our staff team is growing and we are excited to add a
new member to our ministry staff team.

Camp Nutimik’s mission is reaching kids, growing disciples & developing leaders. Our camp is
seeking to fill a new role of Camp & Discipleship Director to give leadership to all elements of
year-round programming & discipleship. An ideal candidate will have a developed passion for
Christian camp and/or youth ministry, be a joy filled follower of Jesus, and have a clear
understanding of how quality programming drives a camp’s ability to accomplish its mission.
Reporting to the Executive Director and working in cooperation with the year-round staff team,
the Camp & Discipleship Director will help Camp Nutimik fulfill its mission and develop strong
year-round bonds with campers & staff. This position will give practical oversight to our existing
programs and creation of new initiatives, ensuring the ongoing development & discipleship of the people that are our community, and helping promote the mission and work of Camp Nutimik. The
following details are meant to summarize a position that will ultimately be flexible according to
the skills and gifting of a final candidate, in the context of a team culture that works together to
excel in ministry.

AREAS OF OVERSIGHT:

CAMP OPERATIONS

• Creation and development of all elements of year-round programming (including physical
  spaces).
• Planning, budgeting and purchasing of equipment and material supplies.
• Assist with facility projects & maintenance needs, as able.
• Involved in the greater strategic planning for development of all property and facilities.
• Together with the Senior Leadership Team, communication and scheduling of chapel
  speakers and other weekly guests related to summer program; assisting in summer
  Sunday church service planning, as needed.
• Administrative tasks relating to the greater ministry needs of camp.

DISCIPLESHIP

• Fostering spiritual growth and connection: this position puts a strong emphasis on
  relationships—building meaningful connections with campers, mentoring summer staff,
  and investing in the lives of children and youth both during the summer and throughout
  the year.
• Leading and supporting spiritual programming at camp, including devotions, Bible
  studies, and one-on-one mentoring.
• Providing year-round discipleship & leadership development opportunities through
  follow-up programs, events, and outreach. This role will provide a robust program of
  regular monthly or bi-monthly meetings and events for several key camp groups:
  campers, leaders-in-training, and summer staff.
• Developing an engaging curriculum to extend the camp theme at events and meetings
  throughout the year.
• Modeling a growing relationship with Jesus in all areas of leadership and service.

PEOPLE

• In partnership with the Senior Leadership Team, recruitment, hiring, training, encouraging
  and management of seasonal staff for all seasons of activity and programs.
• Administration related to the hiring process: interviews, communication and paperwork.
• In collaboration with the year-round staff team, hosting of various groups on site.
• Working in mission collaboration with our various ministry partners, particularly our
  Manitoba Baptist Association supporting churches.
• Assisting in team building and conflict resolution as needed.

DEVELOPMENT

• Ensure all promotional materials and digital media are accurate and up to date.
• Work with the Senior Leadership Team to develop strategy to grow programming.
• Development, coordination and facilitation of events and individual meetings to promote
  Camp Nutimik.
• Management of social media in cooperation with the Senior Leadership Team (and/or
  other staff).
• Speaking at church and youth services, including possible preaching at Sunday camp
  church services.
• Assist with elements of camp fundraising.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE VALUED & REQUIRED:

• Genuine passion for camp and outdoor ministry, living for Jesus, training leaders and for
  seeing young people know Jesus and grow in their faith.
• Post-secondary education in Biblical Studies/Pastoral/Youth Ministry or equivalent
  education or experience.
• Mature Christian, able to agree with the Camp Nutimik statement of faith and values,
  mission & purpose.
• Tested ability to lead others in a camp ministry, youth ministry or similar setting is
  preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage and delegate organization & administrative tasks.
• Technical ability to work with Google docs, Canva and CampBrain management software
  preferred.
• Work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Experience leading and supporting teams and volunteers.
• Able to organize, prioritize, and execute a wide variety of tasks effectively.
• Adaptable and able to go with the flow while also bringing order, structure, and
  consistency when needed.
• Passion for efficient systems and the ability to create, improve, and maintain them.
• Demonstrate excellent time-management and follow-through.
• Have a servant-hearted approach and regularly ask, “How can I help?”
• Bring an optimistic, positive, and can-do attitude to the ministry; not prone to gossip.
• Hold a valid Manitoba Class 5 license (or equivalent).
• Hold a valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card (or be willing to acquire).
• Hold (or be willing to acquire) CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.

COMPENSATION:

The starting salary for this position is $52,000.
Compensation package includes a combination of salary; housing during the months of
May-Aug; internet & cell phone allowance; and food during most events at camp (most meals in
May-Aug and whenever groups are present).

Applicants will live off-site in Winnipeg (or the surrounding area) with the expectation to be living
on-site for May-August, and during rental groups (when scheduled) or other key programming.
Times. Mileage provided for travel. The applicant may also qualify for the Clergy Residence
Deduction, based on meeting the eligibility requirements.
Also included is a benefits package, and starts with three weeks of vacation. Final compensation
will be calculated based on total experience, ability and certifications.

APPLICATION:

The position is open until filled, with a start date as soon as possible. The exact start date is
flexible depending on the candidate. For more information please contact Tanya Gerbrandt
(Executive Director) at Camp Nutimik.