Journeyman, Boston

REPORTS TO : Regional Director LOCATION: Remote EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Exempt THIS POSITION INVOLVES PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Yes THIS POSITION INVOLVES MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: No JOB SUMMARY The Journeyman’s primary responsibility is to be an impactful missionary in a specific location and explore and grow in the ability to be a lifelong missionary or church planter. MINISTERIAL QUALIFICATIONS Due to the ministerial nature and duties of this role a clear and compelling sense of God’s call to ministry leadership must be expressed and in evidence. Ephesians 4:1, 11-13; Acts 13:2; Ephesians 3:8. KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Work with assigned Send Relief and Send Network staff in the development of a comprehensive mission’s strategy that ensures the facilitation of measurable outcomes in meeting compassion ministry and church planting objectives. Compassion ministry targets align with Send Relief focus areas of Poverty, Refugees & Internationals, Foster Care & Adoption, Human Trafficking and Crisis Response. Assist with the development and implementation of ministry opportunities through local churches and surrounding communities, as well as coordinate the pairing of projects between volunteer mission team requests and church needs. Work to start build ministry while cultivating leadership and resources to ensure self-sustainability within two years. Assist in the coordination and execution of ground logistics for volunteer mission teams. Assist with the discovery and deployment of local and national churches to provide volunteers, resources and financial support for the ongoing compassion ministry and church planting needs. Partner with Send Relief Gen Send teams or individuals (i.e. Spring, Summer, Semester, etc.) to fulfill mercy and compassion ministry and/or church planting projects. Complete other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor, Send Relief Ministry Center Director, or Send City Coach. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited U.S. or Canadian college or university. CHRISTIAN WALK Evidence of a mature and growing Christian walk characterized, by Paul, in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. Personal wisdom and sufficiency are grounded in Christ and the word of God, with a life submitted to God’s authority in all things. Models a daily soul-winning lifestyle. Can effectively lead others in prayer. Gives regularly and generously to the work of the church. Readily applies scripture to personal and professional situations. Can articulate Baptist theological understandings on a range of issues. Conducts ministry in keeping with the principles and spirit of the Baptist Faith and Message 2000. PERSONAL QUALITIES Enjoys healthy, affirming relationships with spouse (if married), family, neighbors and friends. Exhibits integrity in professional and personal life. Modest in dress and deportment and makes a favorable first impression in both bearing and manner. Aware of personal strengths and shortcomings, potential, psychological needs, biases and prejudices, and actively solicits and benefits from constructive criticism. Personal finances are in order, with no oppressive burden of consumer debt. Is a member of a local Southern Baptist church and takes an active role as time permits. Demonstrates a high level of energy, with a bright, positive affect, warmth and genuine interest in people.