This entry-level professional serves as a liaison to the local church and assists in strengthening local ownership, capacity, and resources of local church partners to minister to children and youth in their own context. Under the guidance of his or her supervisor or more experienced facilitators, this facilitator is responsible for nurturing relationships with church partners that are characterized by mutual respect, trust, and service that builds up church ministry. He or she is learning to facilitate partner relationships through the Partner Management core process, for improving achievement of church outcomes, and for bringing a developmental mindset to all other aspects of the partnership. At this level, the incumbent may still be learning and assisting with facilitating church partnerships for his or her assigned location and generally works under the guidance of her or his supervisor or a more experienced facilitator.
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\nResponsibilities<\/p>\n
Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Compassion, and faithfully upholds Compassion\u2019s ministry in prayer.
\nActs as an advocate to raise the awareness of the needs of children. Understands Christ\u2019s mandate to protect children. Commits to and prioritizes child protection considerations in all decision-making, tasks and activities across the ministry. Abides by all behavioral expectations in Compassion\u2019s Statement of Commitment to Child Protection and Code of Conduct. Reports any concerns of abuse, neglect or exploitation of children through Compassion\u2019s internal reporting process and appropriately supports responses to incidents if they occur.
\nDemonstrates a personal commitment to serve, respect, and empower the church according to principles outlined in Compassion\u2019s ministry philosophies.
\nChurch Maturation\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Supports church ownership and capacity through a developmental mindset and the Partnership Management core process.
\nSupports partnerships with church partners to deliver on plans for child and youth ministry and how to best grow in capacity and maturity.
\nAssists with the implementation of church owned strategies that build on each church\u2019s strengths to engage participation of parents\u00a0and caregivers,\u00a0children\u00a0and youth in all aspects of the ministry, including program design, local resource mobilization, decision making, etc.\u00a0\u00a0Works with other CFT members to help churches to engage the change makers who influence change in children and youth, such as parents, schools, peers, etc.
\nServes as Compassion\u2019s liaison with church partners by engaging the support of other\u00a0Church Facing Team (CFT)\u00a0members and financial resources in ways that are consistent with a developmental mindset and the Partnership Principles.
\nSupports church local resource mobilization\u00a0and\u00a0sharing of resources\u00a0among nearby churches. Points church partners to local resources,\u00a0services\u00a0and relationships, as well as opportunities to help maximize their own resources to support the ministry to children and youth.
\nProgram Cycle \u2013 Based on the guidance of a more senior facilitator, assists the church partner throughout all phases of the Program\u00a0Cycle
\nNeeds Assessment \u2013 Mobilizes other CFT members to provide information to the church partners about the needs of children and youth they serve.\u00a0Assists the church partner in gathering local information about child and youth needs and synthesizing external data
\nPlanning \u2013\u00a0Supports church partner planning of their Child and Youth (CY) ministry.
\nAssists the church partner, alongside other CFT members, to develop a plan by helping them to identify and prioritize CY needs as well as to select interventions that will address the prioritized needs and challenges.
\nHelps local church partners to partner with other church ministry leaders, parents\/caregivers,\u00a0youth\u00a0and other key stakeholders in identifying needs, planning and implementing CY interventions.
\nSupports the church, with support from other CFT members, to develop an annual\u00a0plan\u00a0and budget\u00a0for their chosen program interventions.
\nImplementation \u2013\u00a0Coordinates and mobilizes other CFT members to support church partners as they carry out\u00a0their\u00a0chosen interventions\u00a0and monitor progress toward successful implementation.
\nEvaluation\u00a0\u2013 Assists other CFT members in supporting the church partner through a learning and reflection process on effectiveness of the interventions to inform planning in the next cycle.
\nCoordination of CFT\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Coordinates Church Facing Team (CFT) support to each church partner.
\nUtilizing the Facilitation Workplan, partners with other members of the CFT to support each church partner based on the church\u2019s level of ownership,\u00a0capacity\u00a0and resources (maturity), the local context, needs identified by CFT members and National office priorities
\nAs directed, creates Facilitation\u00a0Workplans address individual church needs.
\nUnderstands Church\u2019s needs and provides appropriate support for the church partner based on the expressed unique needs and challenges of the church.
\nDocuments,\u00a0alongside\u00a0all other CFT members,\u00a0the support they provide to the church partners. Works alongside a more senior level facilitator to follow-up on issues identified.
\nCluster operations \u2013\u00a0Coordinates a low complexity and \/ or small cluster of churches while demonstrating\u00a0responsiveness\u00a0to the local context\u00a0and needs\u00a0of each individual church within the cluster.
\nSupports cluster level activities as directed.
\nProactively seeks to foster relationships and connection within the cluster.
\nAs directed, provides support to cluster-based collaboration and initiatives between local churches for the purpose of improving ministry to children, peer-to-peer learning, and addressing other needs in the families and the community.
\nMonitors the renewal of partnership agreements between Compassion and the Church partner for the region. Escalates to a more senior level facilitator for follow-up on agreements nearing expiration.
\nChild Protection \u2013 Supports church partner implementation of child protection standards. May assist with the implementation of church owned and contextualized child protection practices.\u00a0Compiles relevant evidence-based resources and internal and external supports to aid churches in developing approaches for preventing abuse and promoting safe, healthy relationships with children and youth by the adults in their spheres of influence.
\nSupports timely reporting of all child protection allegations through Compassion\u2019s internal reporting processes, including taking direct responsibility for reporting if necessary. In collaboration with child protection specialists and other office leadership, engages in necessary support work to ensure Compassion and the church partner comprehensively and efficiently complete internal investigations in a timely manner. Mobilizes Compassion and community support for follow up actions as needed.
\nIs accountable to the Partnership Management strategic process objectives\u00a0in coordination with other cross-functional members. As directed, supports the implementation of local process improvements based on metrics and feedback from the church.
\nFulfills Compassion commitments to the church, including programmatic and sponsor engagement deliverables, as directed.
\nDraws upon a growing knowledge in mobilization and facilitation practices to identify felt needs at church partners and consults with more senior specialists and facilitators to select and apply creative solutions as directed.<\/p>\n
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\nFaith<\/p>\n
Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n
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\nCulture<\/p>\n
Accountable for supporting, upholding, and engaging in Compassion\u2019s core \u201cCultural Behaviors\u201d in all internal and external communication and relationships.<\/p>\n
Education<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Community Development, Project Management, Sociology and Social work and other related field.<\/p>\n
Experience<\/p>\n
Minimum 2 years of working experience is required beyond the minimum education requirement.<\/p>\n
Licenses and Certifications<\/p>\n
Driving license will be an added advantage<\/p>\n
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\n*Equivalent education, training and\/or certification may be substituted for experience and education shown above
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Working Environment
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\nOffice \u2013 Standard Office Environment
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\nPhysical Demands
\nSitting, standing, and\/or walking for up to 8 hours per day<\/p>\n
Travel Requirements
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\nMay be required to travel up to 50% of normal schedule
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