Regional Director of Ministry Advancement

The Regional Director of Ministry Advancement plays a vital role in fulfilling FCA's vision by providing direction in ministry development. This position is responsible for equipping regional staff with the competency to cultivate discipleship movements, ensuring alignment with FCA's ministry strategy and driving the advancement of its mission. The Regional Director exemplifies FCA's core values--Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence--while fostering unity and organizational alignment across the region.

MINISTERIAL DUTIES

These responsibilities are critical to the FCA mission and this position plays a vital role in our ministry. FCA expects all functions and responsibilities outlined below to be carried out with a heart surrendered to serving God as a form of worship.

• Agree with, and abide by, FCA's Christian Community Statement.
• Follow a spiritual rhythm including daily prayer and Bible study to seek the Lord's will for FCA.
• Lead, conduct and provide spiritual leadership for staff, volunteers, coaches and athletes through prayer, Bible study, worship and living by example so they are equipped to serve others.
• Connect to and participate in a local church through worship and weekly involvement.
• Conduct yourself in a manner that affirms biblical standards of conduct in accordance with FCA's Christian beliefs (see FCA's Christian Community Statement) at all times.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Personal Accountability & Growth:

• Pursue Christlike Character - Actively seek to grow in Christlikeness through a personal spiritual growth plan that includes Bible reading, prayer, study, discipleship, and serving.
• Uphold Biblical Integrity - Maintain sound biblical doctrine and ensure personal beliefs and actions align with Scripture.
• Commit to Rest and Renewal - Intentionally utilize the FCA Sabbatical Policy and other rhythms of rest for spiritual, emotional, and physical renewal.
• Engage in Christian Community - Remain actively involved in a local church body through worship, fellowship, giving, and service.
• Practice Spiritual Disciplines - Regularly engage in fasting, prayer, solitude, journaling, and other practices that deepen intimacy with God.
• Seek Godly Counsel - Pursue accountability relationships, mentoring, and spiritual direction to remain faithful in ministry and personal life.
• Live a Witnessed Faith - Demonstrate integrity, humility, and servant leadership in all areas of life, modeling a lifestyle that glorifies Christ.
• Prioritize Family Discipleship - Intentionally lead, nurture, and support one's family in faith and practice as a foundation of spiritual leadership.
• Reflect and Repent - Consistently examine personal motives and actions, practicing repentance and renewal through the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

• Provide strategic leadership in ministry advancement across the region, ensuring alignment with FCA's strategy and mission.
• Champion the E3 strategy (Engage, Equip, Empower) to ensure its effective implementation in the region.Keep staff informed of resources, tools, and training to ensure successful ministry outcomes and fulfillment of goals.
• Serve as subject matter expert on how to effectively execute FCA programs such as Huddles, Fields of Faith, Coaches TimeOut, Coaches Clinics, 360 Coaching, Chaplaincy/Character Coaching, etc.

• Collaborate with the Executive Vice President of Ministry Advancement (EVP) and other Regional Directors to ensure alignment with FCA's strategic priorities.
• Collaborate with colleagues on monthly calls and project teams to share best practices, test and design new tools, and contribute to continuous improvement across regions.
• Serve as a communication bridge between field staff, regional leadership, and organizational EVP.
• Provide input and feedback to the EVP helping shape organizational direction and resource development in areas such as the FCA App, the annual theme, etc.

• Raise the personal support needed to fund the position through a Home Team consisting of Automatic Monthly Partners (AMP) and Recurring Funding Partners (RFP).
• Submit an annual budget for all expenses assigned by the supervisor.
• Manage and steward the finances for the assigned area of responsibility.

COMPETENCIES

• Mature Christian with a clear personal plan for spiritual formation and evidence of a life aligned with the Kingdom of God.
• Leadership and team development skills; able to coach, mentor, train, and equip staff.
• Ability to spiritually develop coaches and athletes within the E3 framework, helping them become disciples who make disciples.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with ability to influence and inspire.
• Program management skills, including planning, implementing, and evaluating ministry initiatives.
• Fundraising and donor relationship management.
• Strategic thinking with ability to align regional efforts to organizational mission.
• Collaboration and relationship-building across teams, volunteers, and ministry partners.
• Detail-oriented

EXPERIENCE

• 5-10 years of experience in ministry or faith-based organizations.
• Track record of growing staff, programs, or regional ministry impact.
• Experience managing budgets and raising personal and ministry support.
• Active participation in a local church and demonstrated spiritual maturity.
• Proven ability to make disciples who have made disciples.