Next Gen Coordinator (Maternity Cover)

The Salvation Army; Pendleton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

TSA leave

Counselling services

Discounted Medical Insurance

Professional Development opportunities

Discount card

Free carparking

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Nelson Tasman Bays invites a dedicated individual to lead and grow next generation initiatives for tamariki and rangatahi. You will nurture belonging, faith development, and camp experiences, partnering with volunteers and staff to extend outreach and discipleship.

We seek a candidate with a strong faith and a heart for youth, ready to build teams, create plans, and engage with the community through a range of ministries and events.

Qualifications

• Legal entitlement to work in Aotearoa New Zealand
• Strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Connection to The Salvation Army
• Passion for working with young people
• Support for Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Commitment to continued development and learning in next gen ministry

Responsibilities

• Developing intentional, supportive relationships with tamariki and rangatahi that foster belonging and encourage growth and development.
• Working to see tamariki and rangatahi make decisions to follow Jesus and growing in their discipleship journey.
• Leading programmes for tamariki and rangatahi that outwork the Salvation Army community's mission and Next Gen strategy.
• Recruit, train, and build a team of volunteers who work together and care cooperatively for tamariki and rangatahi.
• Work with others to develop a long‑term plan for next gen ministry.
• Establish and foster appropriate internal and external relationships to enable connection and collaboration.
• Attend and journey with tamariki and rangatahi at camps and events, being fully present and engaged in their experience.

Skills

Youth work

Job description

Location: Nelson

About the Role

The Nelson Tasman Bays Salvation Army community believes that tamariki and rangatahi are Tino Taonga (precious treasures) and were created by God to be seen, heard, and included. We are committed to creating an environment where tamariki and rangatahi experience a sense of belonging and are supported to grow—both personally and in their relationship with Jesus.

We're seeking someone with a strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ to develop and lead meaningful opportunities for young people to connect, grow, and thrive as part of The Salvation Army community.

What will your responsibilities be:

• Developing intentional, supportive relationships with tamariki and rangatahi that foster belonging and encourage growth and development.
• Working to see tamariki and rangatahi make decisions to follow Jesus and growing in their discipleship journey.
• Leading programmes for tamariki and rangatahi that outwork the Salvation Army community's mission and Next Gen strategy.
• Recruit, train, and build a team of volunteers who work together and care cooperatively for tamariki and rangatahi.
• Work with others to develop a long‑term plan for next gen ministry.
• Establish and foster appropriate internal and external relationships to enable connection and collaboration.
• Attend and journey with tamariki and rangatahi at camps and events, being fully present and engaged in their experience.

You will have:

• Legal entitlement to work in Aotearoa New Zealand
• A strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Connection to The Salvation Army
• A passion for working with young people
• Support for the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• A commitment to continued development and learning in next gen ministry

Ideally, you will also have, or be working towards, the following competencies and attributes:

• An ability to learn and take instruction
• Good time management skills
• A clean full driving licence
• Good cross-cultural understanding
• Written and oral communication skills

What we offer:

• A week of additional TSA leave awarded annually on 1 July
• Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing
• Subsidised flu vaccinations
• Professional Development opportunities that align with your role
• Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross
• TSA discount card for discount with various retailors such as Beaurepaires, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7
• Free carparking

This role is fixed term / Part time, and work will be 30 hours per week.

Salary for this role will be between $47,060.832 to $50,002.056 pro rated per Annum.

The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity.

The Salvation Army is a worldwide evangelical Christian church and human service provider. It is committed to caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society - all through the love of God shown in Jesus. The successful applicant should therefore show an ability to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army.

Children’s Worker Classification Statement (per Children’s Act 2014): Applicants with a Schedule 2 conviction must provide an Exemption Certificate for Core Children’s Worker roles or undergo an internal assessment for all other Salvation Army roles.