YFC Central Coast is seeking a self-motivated, committed Christian who is passionate about ministry to young people and feels “called” to take on the part-time (16 hours/week split over 2 days) position of Schools Ministry Facilitator.

The applicant will be involved in the running of our schools ministry programs – No Limits, Mentoring, AusLife, Camps and building relationships in an ongoing basis in the high school/s they are allocated.

The applicant must have experience working with young people, a servant heart, and willingness to be trained.

This position is a ministry position therefore the staff member must commit to raising the funds to cover their salary and other ministry expenses.

For position description and further information for this position, please phone Belinda on (02) 4388 9595 or email central_coast@yfc.org.au

Position re-posted: 7/8/2009

YFC Hunter Region are increasing their school ministry programs. We are seeking kingdom minded people who have servant hearts, passionate and willing to serve the youth of their region. The applicant will be involved in the running of our schools based ministry programs (No Limits and AusLife Seminars) in the Hunter Region.

All positions in the Hunter Region YFC office are ministry positions and each staff member must therefore commit to raising the funds to cover their salary and other ministry expenses.

For further information please contact the Executive Director, Richard Sharp on (02) 4961 1535 or email richard.sharp@yfc.org.au.

Position re-posted: 3/2/2009

YFC Western Australia is seeking a self-motivated, committed Christian who is passionate about ministry to young people and feels “called” to take on the Ministry Programs Worker role.

The applicant will be involved in the running of our schools and events based ministry programs (including No Limits, AusLife Seminars, Motivational Media, Camps, YouthQuakes etc.). They will also be assigned to an ongoing outreach project that will provide further relational ministry opportunities.

The applicant must have experience working with young people, a servant heart, a good work ethic, and a teachable nature.

This position is a ministry position therefore the staff member must commit to raising the funds to cover their salary and other ministry expenses.  A “start-up” salary subsidy is available.

For a position description and further information, please phone Matthew on (08) 9356 1977 or email matthew.lance@yfc.org.au

Position re-posted: 7/8/2009

YFC Melbourne are seeking female lead tenants (21+ years) to live with homeless young women in the eastern and southern suburbs. This support aims to model a Christian lifestyle, to assist young people move beyond current circumstances, realise their potential in life and develop independent living skills. We also seeking male and female relieving lead tenants to live in while Lead Tenants are away.

For further information, please contact Peter Dawson on (03) 9807 4900 or email peter.dawson@yfc.org.au.

Position posted: ongoing

YFC Melbourne are seeking Foster Carers and Lead Tenants. Foster Care aims to find safe and supportive homes for children and teenagers who are unable to live with their own family for a period of time. During this time the young person may keep in touch with their birth parent(s), brothers, sisters and other family members if appropriate. The aim of Foster Care is to make sure that the children get the close, caring relationships that they need until they can return home.

Foster Care can make a substantial difference in a young life - more carers are urgently needed.

Teenage Foster Care program aims to accommodate young people (male and female 12-18 years) in community homes either with single people, couples or families. We aim to match young people to a suitable foster care placement. YFC's experienced youth workers train and support Christian carers to impact these young people in need. Some reimbursement is also made to assist carers with expenses. You may be interested in providing emergency, respite or long term foster care... YFC would appreciate hearing from any person who feels called to ministering to young people and has a spare bedroom or is willing to live as a lead tenant carer in a house provided by YFC.

For further information, please contact Peter Dawson on (03) 9807 4900 or email peter.dawson@yfc.org.au.

Position posted: ongoing

Our Northern Territory branch is seeking two enthusiastic, committed Christians to serve in a faith mission within the adventure based programs ministry run in local high schools and remote communities. Experience and/or qualifications in Outdoor Recreation/Education is desirable.

For position description and further information for this position, please contact Isaac Broad on (08) 8945 7477 or email northern_territory@yfc.org.au

Position re-posted: 7/8/2009

YFC Gippsland is seeking a self-motivated, committed Christian who is passionate about mission, especially to young people, and feels “called” to take on the part-time (3 days - negotiable) position of Bridge House Manager.

The successful applicant will primarily be working with ‘at risk’ young people. They will need to be able to organize activities, camps, day trips and promote healthy relationships in a fun and safe environment. They will need to be able to work within a strong team.

This position is a ministry position therefore the staff member must commit to raising their own salary and program costs, with the support of the Executive Director.

For position description and further information for this position, please phone Chris Hobbs on (03) 5623 5470 or email chris.hobbs@yfc.org.au.

Position reposted: 15/02/2010

YFC Gippsland is seeking a self-motivated, committed Christian who is passionate about mission, especially to young people, and feels “called” to take on the part-time (4 days - negotiable) position of Youth CentreManager.

The successful applicant will primarily be based at the Youth Centre, organizing and maintaining appropriate educational programs in conjunction with other youth agencies. They will need to be able to work well within a strong team.

This position is a ministry position therefore the staff member must commit to raising their own salary and program costs, with the support of the Executive Director.

For position description and further information for this position, please phone Chris Hobbs on (03) 5623 5470 or email chris.hobbs@yfc.org.au.

Position reposted: 15/02/2010

Youth for Christ are seeking a Training Assistant / Administrator, to assist the National Training Manager in promoting, planning, facilitation, review and administration of training throughout the organsiation, particularly the rollout of Certificate IV in Christian Ministry & Theology.

It will be essential that the applicant brings strong administrative and training abilities to this role, and experience within a 'compentency-based' training environment. The applicant must have the Certificate IV in Training & Assessment.

YFC is currently in an exciting growth phase and we are passionate about seeing unchurched young people come to Christ. The effective development of our staff is crucial to this growth and the successful applicant will have an active part to play.

Initially, the position will be 16 hours per week. This position is a ministry position therefore the staff member must commit to raising the funds to cover their salary and other ministry expenses.

For further information, please phone Derek Tucker on 03 9807 4111 or email derek.tucker@yfc.org.au.

Position reposted: 15/02/2010

Youth For Christ in Brisbane, a branch of Youth for Christ Australia, is seeking an Executive Director who is of mature Christian character with a commitment to youth evangelism and social justice. The appointee will be someone who has an entrepreneurial spirit and who is able to build on the positive foundation which is in place at the moment. This person will have management and leadership skills and ministry experience. They will be good communicators and be able to network with people from all walks of life. The candidate will need to subscribe to the YFC statement of belief and have a willingness to implement the YFC vision and mission.

The broad scope of the position will be to develop and manage YFCA Brisbane’s operations by fulfilling four key roles and responsibilities:-

• Ministry Development; including identifying ministry opportunities, establishing and implementing operational plans, and networking with other agencies.
• General Management; including maintaining the spiritual tone of YFCA Brisbane, expanding and directing the work of the staff and volunteers.
• Financial Development and Promotion; including maintaining and expanding the YFCA Brisbane financial strategy, managing the YFCA Brisbane donor database and promoting YFCA Brisbane and its profile to all its stakeholders, supporters and the community.
• Training & Development; including ensuring that induction, training and development is undertaken by all staff and volunteers and that staff and volunteer spiritual development needs are addressed.

The Executive Director is part of the YFCA Brisbane staff ministry team and will be directly responsible to carry out all lawful and legislated instructions and directions of the YFCA Brisbane Board through its chairperson.

An attractive salary package will be negotiated taking into account experience, skills and qualifications.

For further information and an application pack, please phone Allan Quak on 07 3369 3700 or email allan.quak@yfc.org.au.

The closing date for applications is Monday 1st March 2010.

Position posted: 15/02/2010

YFC Gippsland is seeking applications from committed and experienced leaders who are passionate about evangelism and young people to lead the Gippsland Branch as our new Executive Director.

The successful applicant will need extensive qualifications and/or experience in the management of people, leadership, networking with other organizations/churches, overseeing programs, staff supervision and fundraising. They will need to be able to work well within an existing and strong team.

This position is a ministry position therefore the staff member must commit to raising the funds to cover their salary and other ministry expenses.

For further information and an application pack, please phone Chris Hobbs on 03 5623 5470 or email chris.hobbs@yfc.org.au.

Position posted: 16/11/2009

YFC Hunter Region is seeking applications from committed and experienced leaders who are passionate about evangelism and young people to lead the Hunter Region Branch as our new Executive Director.

The appointee will be a person of mature Christian character who has a commitment to youth evangelism and social justice. They will be able to demonstrate competency in all areas specified in the position Description

This position is a ministry position therefore the staff member must commit to raising the funds to cover their salary and other ministry expenses.

For further information and an application pack, please phone Chris Gentle on 02 4954 7957 or email crgentle@ozemail.com.au.

Position posted: 25/11/2009

YFC Sydney is seeking applications from committed and experienced leaders who are passionate about evangelism and young people to lead the Sydney Branch as our new Executive Director.

The appointee will be a person of mature Christian character who has a commitment to youth evangelism and social justice. They will be able to demonstrate competency in all areas specified in the position Description

This position is a ministry position therefore the staff member must commit to raising the funds to cover their salary and other ministry expenses.

For further information and an application pack, please phone Garry Brown on 02 9968 4044 or email headmaster@mosmanprep.nsw.edu.au.

Position posted: 14/1/2009