Area Representative

Fellowship of Christian Athletes•Franklin Springs, GA

About The Position

The Representative works with the Directors to fulfill the FCA Vision, pursue the FCA Mission and live the FCA Values by implementing the ministry plan for the assigned area. In the FCA Sports Environments [https://recruiting.adp.com/portal-upload/RMPOD3WebDocument/2022/11/clientdata_1170951/8/1815/e749e8e9-eb94-430e-b427-b9697db2990e.pdf], the Representative ensures there is a consistent approach to discipleship -- making disciples who make disciples. The Representative is accountable for ensuring that the FCA ministry is conducted according to biblical standards and adheres to FCA policies and procedures. 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.

Requirements

A heart for God. Someone who loves Jesus unashamedly, who has a hunger to grow in God’s Word.
A love for people and a humble spirit in leading and serving others.
A strong sense of urgency / passion to reach “the Lost” with the message of the Gospel.
The ability to communicate the vision and mission of the organization with others.
A “team player”, willing to build relationships with and work with other FCA staff, coaches, volunteers, and local churches.
Emotional and spiritual maturity in personal relationships.
Moral integrity. We’re not looking for perfection, but someone with a track record of credible leadership.
A passion for and a strong background in the sport of wrestling. Every sport has its own culture, and this is especially true in the wrestling community.
Our Area Representative for FCA Wrestling should have experience, knowledge, and some decent credentials in the sport.
Someone who is faithful. None of us are perfect, but this person’s life should also demonstrate a history of “faithfulness” and perseverance in serving God, their family, and their community.
Strong Organizational and Administrative Skills
Positive and joyful engaging attitude
Creative ability to think "outside the box”
Ideal Candidate committed to following Christ with excellent character
Able to Lead, Inspire and Disciple Athletes and Coaches to lead wrestlers Huddles
Establish Impactful Presence at our Engagement functions, Camps, Tournaments, Events with FCA Wrestling resources to fulfill our Mission and Vision

Responsibilities

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.
Engage, equip, and empower coaches and athletes by ministering through 1-on-1s, Huddles and Events.
Train and equip staff and volunteers to empower coaches and athletes to be disciples who make disciples in the Sports Environments.
Oversee recruiting, training and developing effective and diverse volunteers who lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church.
Recruit: Actively attract and recruit highly qualified volunteers to the Sports Environments.
Train: Provide tools, resources and training to develop volunteers' skills and increase their capacity and competence to effectively execute their responsibilities.
Develop: Prepare volunteers in their roles and responsibilities by helping them grow spiritually and personally.
Connect, communicate, and care for existing and prospective financial partners to get fully funded.
Manage and steward the finances for the assigned area of responsibility.
Establish and execute an annual budget and funding plan by growing the Home Team, major donors, and events.
Work with the Director to serve the aligned International Region by praying, giving and going.