Womens College Associate

GENERAL DESCRIPTION (PURPOSE) 

Responsible for serving alongside the College Ministry team to disciple and shepherd college-aged women, strengthen ministry systems, and help create environments where students can connect, grow in their faith, serve, and take next steps in their relationship with Jesus.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION (SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, & EDUCATION) 

• A committed Christian living a life of obedience; beliefs consistent with NPHX Church statement of faith. 
• Passion for seeing college students come to faith in Jesus Christ and for them to grow in that faith and live it out daily.  
• Passionate about developing and discipling college students to be the next generation of church leaders. 
• Driven, Initiative Taker, Fun, Loving, Relational, Energizer, Encourager, Compassionate. 
• Demonstrated ability to apply biblical knowledge to everyday situations. 
• Highly relational—ability to interact with a variety of people in a variety of circumstances. 
• Demonstrated ability to select, build, and lead successful, productive volunteer teams. 
• Humble, teachable heart. • Desire to continue to grow spiritually and in work proficiency required. 
• Self-motivation and commitment to excellence is required. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills. 
• Strong administration skills. 
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential information. 
• Ability to effectively manage conflict or other tense/sensitive situations. 
• Must be/become a member of NPHX Church. 
• Bachelor’s Degree Required. 

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (Evaluation criteria based on these responsibilities listed on review forms)   

Connect Groups ~ 25% 

• Recruit, equip, and develop Connect Group leaders. 
• Oversee Connect Group scheduling, planning, and execution. 
• Plan and lead regular Connect Group leader meetings. 
• Develop and maintain a shepherding system to regularly check in with Connect Group leaders and provide encouragement, support, and accountability. 
• Follow up with leaders to ensure groups are functioning well and address needs or challenges as they arise. 
• Plan and execute an annual Connect Group leader retreat. 
• Communicate consistently with Connect Group leaders regarding upcoming events, meetings, curriculum, expectations, and important ministry information. 
• Ensure weekly Connect Group curriculum is created, prepared, and distributed to leaders in a timely manner. 
• Assist with developing discussion questions and content for Connect Group curriculum. 
• Maintain accurate administrative records and systems related to Connect Groups. 
• Track Connect Group attendance and participation. 
• Follow up with students who are interested in joining a Connect Group and help connect them with an appropriate group. 
• Monitor the overall health and effectiveness of the Connect Group ministry and identify opportunities for improvement. 

Serve Team ~ 20% 

• Recruit and invite students to serve on the Collective Serve Team. 
• Lead and oversee the Serve Team onboarding process. 
• Communicate regularly with volunteers regarding schedules, expectations, responsibilities, and important ministry information. 
• Plan and execute Serve Team rallies and gatherings. 
• Ensure all necessary preparation and setup is completed before each Collective service. 
• Help ensure Serve Team volunteers understand their roles and follow through on their commitments. 
• Provide accountability and encouragement to volunteers to promote consistency and faithfulness in serving. 
• Plan and execute volunteer appreciation events and opportunities. 
• Maintain accurate administrative systems for tracking Serve Team volunteers, schedules, participation, and other relevant information. 

The Collective ~ 20%

• Assist with planning and executing the weekly Collective service. 
• Help oversee and coordinate the various elements of the weekly service. 
• Lead and coordinate post-Collective events. 
• Assist with platform announcements, testimonies, prayer times, and other elements of the service. 
• Intentionally connect with female first-time guests and help them feel welcomed, known, and connected to the ministry. 
• Follow up with female students and help them take appropriate next steps within the church and college ministry. 
• Assist students as they pursue baptism and other spiritual next steps. 
• Assist in identifying, developing, and leading potential residents and interns within the ministry. 
• Assist with social media promotion and communication for the college ministry.

 Women’s Discipleship & Pastoral Care ~ 20% 

• Serve as a primary point person for the women within the college ministry.
• Build intentional, relational connections with female students. 
• Disciple and walk alongside women as they grow in their relationship with Jesus. 
• Provide encouragement, prayer, spiritual guidance, and appropriate pastoral care. 
• Identify women who may need additional support, discipleship, or connection to church leadership. 
• Help create a culture where women feel known, cared for, challenged, and equipped to follow Jesus and lead others. 

Mission Trips ~ 5% 

• Attend and actively participate in the college ministry mission trip(s). 
• Assist with the planning, preparation, and execution of the mission trip(s). 
• Help lead and disciple students throughout the mission trip experience. 

Fall Retreat ~ 5% 

• Assist with planning and executing the annual college ministry fall retreat. 
• Help prepare and teach breakout sessions. 
• Assist with student discipleship, leadership, and ministry needs throughout the retreat. 

Essential Team Member of NPHX Church ~ 5%  

• Participate in all required activities for NPHX Staff (Sunday Service, Staff meetings, Christmas Eve, Christmas for Phoenix, Thanksgiving for Phoenix, Easter, etc.) 
• Encourages spiritual focus and commitment by modeling the core values of NPHX Church. 
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor – not to exceed 5%