MK/TCK (Missionary Kid/Third Culture Kid) Family Pastor

Long term

<p>Responsible for the development and implementation of pastoral services and resources for missionary families and their children (aka MKs – Missionary Kids, TCKs – Third Culture Kids). Help carry out the global responsibilities of People Care and Spiritual Formation in your areas of responsibility keeping in view that we are here to help carry out the mission God has entrusted to Communitas.  Work with the PCF Team to realize Communitas values and mutual expectations so that we have healthy individuals and teams. Come alongside Communitas personnel on an individual basis by providing the space for coaching, mentoring, care, or processing.</p> <p><b>Principal Duties & Responsibilities: </b></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Check-in monthly and as needed with the Co-Director of PCF </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Establish and maintain relationships with interested parents and MKs</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Perform field visits to Staff families and MKs in a developmental and care capacity when possible or coordinate with a vetted and trusted 3rd Party organization to aid in this endeavor. </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Be a “safe person” for processing personal, family-related, or other issues impacting home life (also recognizing when to refer people to professional care).</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Provide opportunities for learning regarding Third Culture Kids within Communitas.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Work with the PCF Team in the development of systems and policies that actively promote holistic well-being amongst our staff, focusing mainly on Missionary Families and MKs.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Attend at least one regional Connect and/or Leadership Summit each year.</span></li> </ul> <p>You can find a PDF of the full job description <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VZoruDFJwof25DSiURPKHRTt6UNwWQS5/view?usp=sharing">HERE.</a></p> <p> </p>

<ul> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Communitas International, and a committed follower of Jesus Christ. Meets elder qualifications of 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9 (gender inclusive)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Theologically sound and in full agreement with Communitas’ Statement of Faith and positional papers</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Proven leadership, team leadership and development, and management ability in a mission-setting</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Forward-thinking and able to develop and execute plans with concrete targets and goals</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Specific training and exposure to member care philosophy, strategies, and best practices currently in place within the mission community are preferred</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Strong commitment to principles of lifelong development </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Strong commitment to healthy marriage and families, familiar with the specific needs of Third Culture parenting/ children</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Good to excellent oral and written communication skills</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Good to excellent computer skills and experience, preferably with experience using Microsoft Office applications, online databases, Zoom, and Google Workspace </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Able to work independently and stay on track with agreed deadlines and goals</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Mature in character, has respect and trust of Communitas leadership</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Handles confidential information appropriately and wisely</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Able to establish trust and rapport with missionaries, to be a ‘safe counsel’ </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Understand Communitas organizational culture </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">A background check is required</span></li> </ul>

<p><span style="font-weight: 400">This position is support-funded. The MK/TCK Family Pastor must be prepared to develop ministry partner support for this role. A support plan for this position will be established in consultation with HR.</span></p> <p>You can find a PDF of the full job description <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VZoruDFJwof25DSiURPKHRTt6UNwWQS5/view?usp=sharing">HERE.</a></p> <p><b>Interested:</b></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400">To apply for this position, please submit a letter of inquiry and current resume/CV to </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Human Resources, at </span><span style="font-weight: 400">humanresources@gocommunitas.org</span><span style="font-weight: 400">.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400">Please note:</span><span style="font-weight: 400"> This position requires personal fundraising for salary and benefits. Following initial interviews, candidates will be asked to complete an application, assessment profiles and background check.</span></p>