Missions Pastor — Global Outreach & Leadership

Georgia Baptist Mission Board; Dunwoody (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunwoody Baptist Church in Dunwoody, GA is seeking a Missions Pastor to lead the missions program with energy and priority. The role involves coordinating the Missions Council, directing resources, and teaching as part of the pastoral team, including baptisms, weddings, and pastoral care.

The ideal candidate will have a clear calling to missions, strong theological grounding, and 5–10 years of missions experience, with HEART traits of Humble, Encouraging, Accountable, Resilient, Teachable.

Qualifications

• Clear calling to missions and pastoral ministry evidenced in vocational experience and personal walk with Christ.
• Strong understanding of Scripture and theology aligned with church doctrine and ministry philosophy.
• Ability to develop and pursue a biblically grounded missions vision and strategy.
• Christlike character, integrity, humility, wisdom, and healthy family life.
• 5–10 years of missions experience and strong relationships with missions partners.

Responsibilities

• Execute the DBC missions activities and manage a comprehensive missional program for community, national, and global partnerships.
• Evaluate mission organizations, missionaries, national leaders, and sponsored congregations.
• Coordinate a volunteer network to assist in programs and missionaries sponsored.
• Lead Mission Council meetings, delegate tasks, and manage facilities and volunteers for prioritized programs.
• Attend meetings and serve as a voting member of the DBC Foundation.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 20% regularly.
• Recruit, coordinate, and prepare people for mission programs and trips.
• Lead multiple mission trips for visioning, planning, and execution each year.
• Must be ordained Baptist minister with at least a master’s degree (MDiv) from an accredited seminary.

Skills

Calling & Spiritual Life

Biblical & Theological Fit

Vision & Strategy

Character & Family

Missions Experience

Education

MDiv or higher

Job description

Dunwoody Baptist Church in Dunwoody, GA is seeking a Missions Pastor to lead the missions program with energy and priority. The role involves coordinating the Missions Council, directing resources, and teaching as part of the pastoral team, including baptisms, weddings, and pastoral care.

The ideal candidate will have a clear calling to missions, strong theological grounding, and 5–10 years of missions experience, with HEART traits of Humble, Encouraging, Accountable, Resilient, Teachable.