| Job Title: | Young Adult Initiative Liaison (Grant Funded) |
| Reports To: | Assistant Director, Grants Administrator |
| Location: | Remote (but must live in MD) |
| Pay: | $15.00/hour |
General Statement of Job Function
The YAI Liaison will focus on creating and sustaining relationships with churches, assist with the design and implementation of innovative ministries that support and enrich the lives of young adults in the Denver area. The Liaison will also conduct ethnographic and/or qualitative research. This position requires a collaborative envisioning, planning, building, and implementation of the Young Adult Initiative (YAI) over a one to three-year period as defined by the Lilly Grant. There are 2 positions available for the DC campus.
Essential Functions
- Build new relationships with assigned partner churches.
- Build and maintain relationships with YAI fellows embedded in partner churches.
- In coordination with the YAI Director, assist church partners with the development and implementation of innovative ministries that engage young adults.
- Conduct qualitative and/or ethnographic research within assigned partner churches.
- Maintain database of program progress and results for assigned partner churches.
- Assist churches with grant reporting to the Lilly Foundation according to their requirements.
- Participate in learning events throughout the year alongside church partners and other liaisons.
Education/Training
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Experienced in project management preferred.
- Skilled in effective networking and in relationship development and maintenance.
Qualifications
- Committed personal relationship with Jesus Christ required and a lifestyle consistent with the Seminary’s Community Values and Behavioral Commitments.
- Agreement with Denver Seminary’s statement of faith.
- Self-motivated. Able to quickly identify and overcome obstacles with little to no supervision.
- Organized, energetic, flexible, detail-oriented and computer proficient.
- Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester with preference given to full-time students.
- Innovative and strategic leadership success with a goal-oriented mindset.
- Well-developed and effective communication skills with internal and external constituents.
Benefits
- Recipients of YAI Liaison positions will receive an hourly wage for 10-20 hours of work per week.
- Appointments to the YAI Liaison positions will be for one year with the possibility of annual renewals for up to three years.
Outcomes
Denver Seminary prepares men and women to engage the needs of the world with the redemptive power of the Gospel and the life-changing truth of Scripture. Through our educational programs and mentoring process, the Seminary challenges students to grow spiritually, intellectually, and professional in order to lead God’s people in the accomplishment of His mission in the world. The position of YAI Liaison supports this mission by:
- The YAI will contribute to meeting and exceeding the requirements of Lilly Endowment, Inc. grant agreement by the end of year five.
- Expanded educational opportunities for students will enhance and contribute to the overall academic rigor of the Seminary.
- Expanded congregation partnerships will find a resource in the innovation hub of the YAI at Denver Seminary.
- Participating churches will experience a sort of renewal that impacts their entire congregations and the world.
Typical Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Normal office working conditions including computer usage may require occasional standing, walking, long periods of sitting, climb stairs, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Denver Seminary is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence in all areas of ministry and operations.
Application Process
Willingness to support Denver Seminary’s vision, sign the National Association of Evangelicals Faith Statement, and abide by the Seminary’s Community Values and Behavioral Commitments is required.
Please complete our online application form.
Please send your resume or CV to resume@denverseminary.edu.