Pastor of Missions and Mobilization

The Pastor of Missions and Mobilization will provide strategic leadership and oversight to all missions and mobilization ministry efforts while empowering staff and volunteers to support and carry out the vision to saturate the 4B Area with the gospel by restoring people, families, and churches. 

Missions 

• Lead and oversee the mission ministry strategy, programs, and opportunities at BAC

• Develop, deepen, and manage all Kingdom Partnerships to expand the vision of BAC and the Kingdom of God

• Work with BAC ministry leaders to encourage partnership, engagement, and service with mission efforts and partners in the 4B, Northeast, and Middle East

• Coordinate, promote, and engage church members in mission trips and experiences with kingdom partners (i.e. Blessing the Bay Area)

• Lead efforts to meet the physical and spiritual needs of those in the church and community when needed (disaster response, Common Needs, Helping Hands, etc.) 

• Develop, strengthen, and equip members and attenders to engage in causes as determined by BAC leadership (e.g., adoption and foster care) 

Mobilization

• Develop and lead the strategy to mobilize church members and attenders to embrace a life of service by volunteering inside and outside the church through recruiting, training, and leadership development 

• Partner with other ministry leaders and departments to carry out the Leadership Pipeline strategy and efforts

• Assist with Engagement Pathway efforts and next steps; helping guests and new attenders engage in the full life and vision of the church

• Promote and incorporate the DNA and culture of Kingdom Disciple Society Church thinking in the church, its ministries, and its members

• Invite, train, and encourage church members and attenders to engage their domains in society (i.e., where they work, play, and live)

General

• Oversee staff, volunteers, and volunteer teams in the missions and mobilization ministry

• Develop and manage all budgets pertaining to the areas of missions and mobilization 

• Assist with pastoral care and counseling needs 

• Work collaboratively with other BAC and BACS staff and leaders to pursue the vision and efforts of the church

• Support the Lead Pastor and Executive Pastor in other duties assigned

What We're Looking For

Employee Profile:  

• A committed and active member of Bay Area Church, or willing to transfer church membership if hired

• A strong, clear Christian testimony 

• A lifestyle that displays an ongoing personal relationship with God and a commitment to serve Him daily

• Acceptance, agreement, and compliance with Bay Area Church’s Statement of Faith and Standard of Conduct 

Education:  

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Seminary degree preferred 

Preferred Experience:  

• At least five years of church staff experience working directly in the areas of leadership, missions, mobilization, or non-church experience in similar efforts;

• Proven track record in leadership, strategy, and systems development, people mobilization, and overseeing large and multifaceted parts of an organization;

• Collaborative team-builder who understands both the practical and theological sides of ministry; 

• Previous knowledge in, or the ability and willingness to learn, a Kingdom Disciple Society Church DNA framework and mindset

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to form, build, and maintain strong relationships

• Organizational and administrative skills

• Ability to develop a sustainable leadership pipeline