Program Director – Camp Nutimik

Program Director – Camp Nutimik

Reporting to the executive director, the program director is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the general program operations of Camp Nutimik in a manner that delivers the mission and vision of the Camp. The program has the mandate of reaching children and youth for Christ, providing opportunities for campers to become committed followers of Jesus Christ, and developing Christian leaders. It is expected that the program director will carry out the responsibilities listed in this document in a manner that glorifies Jesus Christ; demonstrates Christian character traits of truth, love and grace; and fulfills the Mission Statement to the highest standard of professional and personal excellence.

The program director is part of the Senior Leadership Team committed to building the Kingdom of God. Camp Nutimik’s ministry is relationship-centered, and therefore the program director must be able to convey a sense of Christlike hospitality and concerns for visitors, guests, campers, volunteers, and staff. The program director must have demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop strong teams through positive mentoring relationships with full-time, year-round staff; seasonal workers; and volunteers.

Requirements and Qualifications

Qualifications

• Mature Christian believer with a profession of accepting Jesus Christ as their Lord and Saviour, supported by witnesses from their local church; a reference check including at least one pastor, as well as other believers who have known the candidate for at least five years.
• Demonstrated evidence of the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23), and other attributes of Christian character as listed in the Scriptures.
• CPR and Standard First Aid, and WHMIS required prior to the start of the summer programming season.
• Valid Class-5 Manitoba drivers license.
• Criminal check, Vulnerable Individuals Registry check, credit check.
• Must be able to lift, drag, or carry at least 30 lbs., as well as daily exposure to sun and heat and varying environmental conditions.

Experience

• 2+ years experience in senior camping position is preferred.
• Minimum grade 12; college/university is an asset.
• Experience serving in children’s or youth ministry with Christian organization or churches.

Special Notes

• Camp Summer Programming – 40%
• Staffing – 30%
• Communications – 10%
• Off Season Events – 10%
• Other Responsibilities – 10%

 
This is a permanent 0.75 FTE (full-time equivalent) position (full time, May through August; part time the remainder of the year).