Leadership Development Facilitator

Region: Africa Region

Country: Angola

Duration: 2+ Years

Ministry Type: Administration;Church Development;Communications;Education - Pastoral;Finance

Deployment Type: Global

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Purpose
To serve the Church of the Nazarene in Angola by strengthening leadership capacity, pastoral formation, and district development through training, mentoring, and hands-on ministry involvement, in alignment with the mission, doctrine, and organizational structure of the Church of the Nazarene.
Key Responsibilities

Facilitate leadership development initiatives for pastors and church leaders nationwide.
Provide training, mentoring, and coaching for pastors and lay leaders.
Support district leadership in strengthening church organization and ministry effectiveness.
Assist in developing and implementing pastoral and leadership training programs.
Encourage leadership multiplication by equipping local leaders to continue ministry development independently.
Participate actively in local church life and ministry.
Work collaboratively with districts and field leadership to support ministry priorities.
Assist in strengthening ministry sustainability through local capacity development.
Promote alignment with Nazarene doctrine, mission, and ministry practices.
Submit reports and updates as required by leadership.

Required Qualifications
Candidate Profile

A missionary couple willing to be based in Angola.

Education and Training

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Christian Ministry, Leadership Studies, Education, or a related field.
Training or experience in leadership development, pastoral training, or church development is highly desirable.

Spiritual and Ecclesiastical Requirements

Active and committed members of the Church of the Nazarene.
Knowledge of Nazarene doctrine, polity, and practices.
Clear understanding of the organizational structure of the Church of the Nazarene at local, district, field, and global levels.
Demonstrated Christian character and a clear calling to missionary service.

Leadership and Ministry Skills

Strong understanding of biblical and practical leadership principles.
Ability to work effectively across cultures, age groups, and ministry contexts.
Hands-on ministry involvement and ability to motivate participation.
Experience or ability to train, mentor, and equip leaders.
Good understanding of pastoral development and district growth needs.

Communication and Language Skills

Fluency in Portuguese (spoken and written).
English proficiency is a strong advantage.
Strong teaching, facilitation, and communication skills.

Personal Attributes

Relational, approachable, and culturally sensitive.
Self-motivated, adaptable, and flexible in ministry settings.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Willingness to integrate fully into Angolan culture and community life.

Availability and Commitment

Willingness and ability to reside and serve in Angola for the duration of the assignment.
Commitment to serve under the leadership and vision of the Church of the Nazarene in Angola.