Ambassador Team Leader Job Description

Availability
 · Leader Training weekend in the spring.
 · Secondary leader training immediately prior to team training camp.
 · 2½, 4 or 5 weeks in the summer
 · Leader debrief weekend in the fall.

Pre-Field Preparation Duties
 · Read and know required leader training materials
 · Read and be prepared to teach bible studies while on the field.
 · Receive office updates on field logistics, schedules and team members.
 · Leaders will be asked to send out letters to raise both prayer and financial support for your team.
 · Participate in pre-field communication with your team, to pass along information, and begin building a relationship.
 · Participate in a leader-training weekend in March.
 · Help with field set-up of the trip as needed.

On-Field Duties
 · Stay true to the vision and objectives of Adventures In Missions and the Ambassador Program.
 · Set an example to your team thru daily quiet times and consistent Christian character.
 · Demonstrate integrity and love in all things and encourage your team to do the same.
 · Assist your team with personal and ministry goal setting, and hold them accountable to those goals.
 · Maintain discipleship/mentor relationships with your team members.
 · Handle crisis situations as they arise.
 · Develop and maintain a good relationship with our partnering ministries and churches.
 · Enforce stated behavioral standards and guidelines.
 · Participate in regular leader meetings.
 · Coordinate and facilitate ministry opportunities for your team. 
 · Keep team expenses on or below budget. Manage and record receipts.
 · Regularly report to the AIM office.
 · Oversee maintenance and general running of your teams lodging, facilities and vehicles. 
 · Take promotional photos.

Post-Field
 · Reconcile all receipts, and turn in balance of team funds no later than the Leader Debriefing weekend.
 · Complete evaluation of program.
 · Attend Leader Debrief weekend

Qualifications
 · Solid, commitment to Christ. Evidence of spiritual growth and maturity.
 · A heart for ministry, missions, and discipling young adults.
 · Previous leadership experience.
 · Previous experience in ministry to young adults and/or cross-cultural missions
 · Be able to teach and disciple young adults in a group and one on one setting.
 · Available for all required leader training, actual program dates, and leader debriefing. 
 · At least 21 years of age.
 · Strong people skills, strong management skills, or a blend of both.
 · Creativity and flexibility to work with constant change.

If interested please contact Alli Mellon by phone at 800-881-2461 or by E-mail.