Next Gen Ministry Worker

The Salvation Army; Wellington; On-site; NZD 64,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A week of TSA leave annually

Free confidential counselling services

Subsidised flu vaccinations

Professional Development opportunities

Discounted Medical Insurance with SC

TSA discount card for retailers

Free carparking

Job summary

The Salvation Army Lower Hutt City Corps seeks a passionate youth worker to lead next gen ministries for tamariki and rangatahi. You will recruit and develop volunteers, build supportive relationships, and create engaging programs that help young people grow in faith within a welcoming church community.

The role requires a NZQA Level 5 qualification or two years ministry experience, a strong personal relationship with Jesus, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, with starting salary between

Qualifications

• NZQA Level 5 qualification in a relevant field or two years ministry experience.
• 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

• Recruit, train, and build a team of volunteers who work together and care cooperatively for tamariki and rangatahi.
• Develop a long-term plan for next gen ministry with others.
• Develop intentional, supportive relationships with tamariki and rangatahi that foster belonging and growth.
• Work to see tamariki and rangatahi decide to follow Jesus and grow in discipleship.
• Lead programmes for tamariki and rangatahi that support the community's mission and Next Gen strategy.
• Establish and foster internal and external relationships for connection and collaboration.
• Attend camps and events with tamariki and rangatahi, fully present and engaged.

Skills

People skills

Administrative strengths

Team leadership

Strong personal relationship with JESu

Education

NZQA Level 5 qualification in a relevant field

Two years employed ministry experience

Job description

Lower Hutt

• Use your people skills and administrative strengths to coordinate our church's next gen ministries
• Work as part of a team committed to supporting tamariki and rangatahi to thrive and grow in their faith
• Grow and develop a team of local volunteers, as you empower others to serve and lead the next generations
• Prioritise the outworking of The Salvation Army's Vision, Mission, and Values

About the Role

TheHutt City Corps 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 our Salvation Army church community.

What will your responsibilities be:

• 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.
• 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
• 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:

• A NZQA Level 5 qualification in a relevant field OR two years employed ministry experience.
• 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.
• Free carparking

This role is full time and hours worked will be 37.5 per week.

The starting salary for this role will fall between $64,000 and $67,000 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.