Short-Term Ministries Director
Overview
Training Leaders International trains pastors and leaders in multiple locations around the world. The person to fill this role will oversee the logistics and planning of all of these trips. They must be strong administratively and relationally as they are required to both setup trips and interact with teachers we send from the US as well as correspond and coordinate with ministry partners around the world. This is a vital position in TLI's operations!
You must develop your own personal support network and be willing to live in Minneapolis.
Reports to: VP/ Director of Operations
Qualifications
- Abiding faith in Jesus Christ
- Meet the qualifications of an local church elder (1 Tim 3:2-7)
- Whole-hearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Affirmation of Faith
- Agreement with the vision and strategy of TLI
- Experience in cross cultural teaching
- Business related degree or experience
Responsibilities
- Aid the President in the implementation of the vision of TLI
- Promote and champion the vision of TLI
- Work with International Trainers, providing structure and logistics for short-term trips
- Work closely with International Trainers to ensure quality control on short-term trips
- Travel overseas 1-2 times a year to train pastors and assess new locations
- Attend conferences related to evangelical scholarship and cross-cultural mission
- Maintain Short-Term Ministries budget and individual trip budgets.
- Be the primary interface between TLI and short-term team members
Travel Expectations
- 1-2 International trips a year
- 6-8 days a year domestic travel for conferences and meetings
Compensation
- Compensation will be agreed upon hire. This is a fundraised position. TLI offers a competitive package.
5 International Trainers
TLI is looking for qualified men to serve as full-time trainers of pastors overseas. The position is based in the United States and requires you to take 4-5 international trips a year. The ideal candidates are either men with over 10 years of pastoral experience in the United States or missionaries who are returning to the US and looking for a new opportunity to serve the global church.While in the US you would work on writing and research projects for TLI. You must develop your own personal support network and be willing to live in Minneapolis.
Qualifications
- Abiding faith in Jesus Christ
- Meet character qualifications of a local church elder (1 Tim 3:2-7)
- Ability to teach
- Whole-hearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Affirmation of Faith
- Agreement with the vision and strategy of TLI
- Ability to relate to graduate level theological students
- Masters level degree in Theology
Responsibilities
- Aid the President in the implementation of the vision of TLI
- Promote and champion the vision of TLI
- Travel overseas 4-5 times a year to train pastors in modular course settings
- Closely mentor students and pastors for the purpose of teaching cross-culturally
- Travel to 1-2 seminaries a year to recruit students for teaching
- Establish relationships with seminaries and church leaders
- Perform research and writing projects for TLI
- Attend conferences related to evangelical scholarship and cross-cultural mission
- Contribute to journals and magazines related to biblical studies and mission
Travel Expectations
- 4-5 International trips a year
- 10-12 days a year domestic travel for conferences and meetings
Compensation
- Compensation will be agreed upon hire. This is a fundraised position.
Short-Term Ministries Coordinator
Overview
Training Leaders International trains pastors and leaders in multiple locations around the world. The person to fill this role will oversee the logistics and planning of all of these trips. They must be strong administratively and relationally as they are required to both setup trips and interact with teachers we send from the US as well as correspond and coordinate with ministry partners around the world. You must develop your own personal support network and be willing to live in Minneapolis.
Reports to: Director of STM Operations
Qualifications
• Abiding faith in Jesus Christ and a love for Christ's global church and its leaders
• Active participation and a member in good standing of a local church
• Whole-hearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Affirmation of Faith
• Agreement with the vision and strategy of TLI
• Team player who works well with others
• Experience in budgeting, Office productivity software, G Suite, data management software, interpersonal communication, and general administration.
Responsibilities
• Aid the President, by implementing and promoting the vision of TLI
• Work closely with International Trainers to ensure quality control on short-term trips
• Manage individual trip budgets, trip logistics, and information systems
• Assist with short-term team member interviews and development
• Develop and/or maintain policies and procedures for all aspects of the STM department
• Recruit new short-term team members along with other TLI staff members
• Travel overseas 1-2 times a year to assist TLI's short-term training efforts
Travel Expectations
- 1-2 International trips a year (10-20 travel days)
- 6-8 days a year domestic travel for conferences and meetings
Director of Global Partner Ministry
Overview:
Training Leaders International is seeking someone to give oversight and care to our Global Partners . This position requires someone with cross-cultural experience, with preference for familiarity with theological training. This person should be well-informed of missionary preparation and care practices, methods of theological training, and cross-cultural engagement. You must develop your own personal support network and be willing to live in Minneapolis.
Reports to: Vice President of Theological Training
Direct Reports: Director of Global Partner Preparation and Care
Working Closely With: Vice President of Development and Mobilization, Director of Formal Training
Qualifications:
• Abiding faith in Jesus Christ.
• Meet character qualifications of a local church elder (1 Tim 3:2-7).
• Whole-hearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Affirmation of Faith.
• Agreement with the vision and strategy of TLI.
• Experience living cross-culturally, working with other missionaries and national partners.
• Comfortable working with an organization driven by strong theological convictions.
• Possess a high view of the local church, which serves as the primary sender of missionaries.
• Master's degree in theological studies or missiology .
Responsibilities:
• Aid the President in the promotion and implementation of TLI vision.
• Set strategy for all ministries that involve TLI Global Partners.
• Oversee the recruiting , preparation, and care of all Global Partners .
• Establish partnerships overseas with national partners where TLI can work to aid in developing leaders.
• Develop relationships with international churches around the world.
• Work with the Director of Formal Training to identify places of need for Global Partners.
• Work with the Vice President of Development and Mobilization to recruit school planters, administrators, international church pastors, and teachers as Global Partners.
• Oversee the Director of Global Partner Preparation and Care in the care of Global Partner families.
• Ensure Global Partners sent oversees are assessed properly before appointment and cared for well in their ministry setting.
• Cultivate relationships with the sending churches that stand with Global Partners that are sent out.
• Work with sending churches to make final decisions involving Global Partners on the field .
• Attend conferences related to cross-cultural missions.
• Contribute to journals and magazines related to biblical studies and theological education.
Travel Expectations:
• 3-4 International trips a year.
• 20-25 days a year domestic travel for fundraising, interviews, meetings.
Operations Manager for Church Planter Training
Training Leaders International is focused on providing theological training to pastors in the majority world in both formal and non-formal settings. In an effort to extend that training TLI has begun a new initiative focused on training church planters. The person chosen for this position will play a key role working closely with the Director of Church Planter Training to implement the mission and vision of this new department. You must develop your own personal support network and be willing to live in Minneapolis.
Reports to: Director of Church Planter Training
Qualifications
- Has abiding faith in Jesus Christ
- Meets the character qualifications of a local church elder (1 Tim. 3:2-7)
- Exhibits a whole-hearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Affirmation of Faith.
- Be in agreement with vision and strategy of TLI
- Be adept at thinking strategically, problem solving, and managing multiple tasks simultaneously
- Posses organizational skills
- Have a passion for the local church and ability to think theologically about global missions
- Be flexible and willing to work with people from a variety of theological backgrounds
Responsibilities
- Aid the President in the promotion and implementation of TLI’s vision
- Work with the Director to develop and implement the vision of the Church Planter training department
- Manage site and curriculum development as well as relationships with supporting churches
- Provide regular feedback on effectiveness of key initiatives
- Provide strategic thinking in relation to the implementation of training in various sites around thew world
- Attend conferences related to pastoral training, church planting, and cross-cultural missions
Travel Expectations and Compensation
- 10-20 days domestic travel for conferences, fundraising, and meetings
- Compensation is agreed upon hiring
- This is a self-funded position
- This position is based in Minneapolis, MN
Church Planter Training Curriculum Developer
Overview
Training Leaders International is focused on providing theological training to pastors in the majority world in both formal and non-formal settings. In an effort to extend that training TLI has begun a new initiative focused on training church planters. The man chosen for this position will play a key role working closely with the Director of Church Planter Training to implement the mission and vision of this new department. You must develop your own personal support network and be willing to live in Minneapolis.
Reports to: Director of Church Planter Training
Qualifications
- Has abiding faith in Jesus Christ
- Meets the character qualifications of a local church elder (1 Tim. 3:2-7)
- Exhibits a whole-hearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Affirmation of Faith.
- Be in agreement with vision and strategy of TLI
- Be adept at thinking strategically, problem solving, and managing multiple tasks simultaneously
- Posses organizational and excellent writing skills
- Have a passion for the local church and ability to think theologically about global missions
- Be flexible and willing to work with people from a variety of theological backgrounds
Responsibilities
- Aid the President in the promotion and implementation of TLI’s vision
- Work with the Director to further develop and implement the vision of the Church Planter training department
- Work with the Director to develop and write a Church Planter Training curriculum
- Provide strategic thinking in relation to the implementation of training material in various sites around the world
- Attend conferences related to pastoral training, church planting, and cross-cultural missions
Travel Expectations and Compensation
- 10-20 days domestic travel for conferences, fundraising, and meetings
- Compensation is agreed upon hiring
- This is a self-funded position
- This position is based in Minneapolis, MN
International Trainer (Formal Site: Specialty in New Testament)
In an effort to support pastoral training in the majority world, TLI is looking for qualified men to serve as International Trainers at formal pastoral training sites overseas. The position is based in Minneapolis, and requires you to take 4-5 international trips each year. The ideal candidate has a terminal degree in New Testament, a deep commitment to and experience in the local church, and proven competency teaching cross-culturally. While in the US you would work on writing and research projects for TLI, and assist national partners at formal sites to achieve institutional excellence. You must develop your own personal support network, and be willing to live in Minneapolis.
Qualifications
- Abiding faith in Jesus Christ
- Meet character qualifications of a local church elder (1 Tim. 3:1-7)
- Ability to teach
- Whole-hearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Confessional Statement
- Agreement with the vision and strategy of TLI
- Ability to relate to and engage graduate-level theological students
- PhD or equivalent in New Testament
- Pastoral experience strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Aid the President in the implementation of the vision of TLI
- Travel overseas 4-5 times a year to deliver modular courses for local pastors and church leaders. Teaching will primarily be in formal schools, but will also include some non-formal contexts
- Closely mentor volunteer faculty as they prepare to teach cross-culturally
- Serve as site director for one of our formal teaching sites.
- Perform research and writing projects for TLI
- Travel to North American seminaries 1-2 times a year to recruit
- Establish relationships with seminaries and church leaders
- Attend conferences related to evangelical scholarship and cross-cultural mission
- Contribute to journals and magazines related to biblical studies and missions
Travel Expectations
- 55-65 days a year for international travel to teach
- 10-12 days a year for domestic travel to participate in conferences and meetings
Compensation
- Compensation will be commensurate with applicant's qualifications and will be agreed upon hire. This is a fundraised position
- 403(b) Retirement investment options are available
- Generous vacation and personal days are provided
Director of Oral Learner Training
TLI is looking for qualified man to develop training material and locations for oral learners The position is based in the United States and requires you to take 4-5 international trips a year. The ideal candidate would have expertise in this field and has either 10 years of pastoral experience in the United States or is a missionary who is returning to the US and looking for a new opportunity to serve the global church.While in the US you would work on writing and research projects for TLI. You must develop your own personal support network and be willing to live in Minneapolis.
Qualifications
- Abiding faith in Jesus Christ
- Meet character qualifications of an local church elder (1 Tim 3:2-7)
- Ability to teach
- Whole-hearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Affirmation of Faith
- Agreement with the vision and strategy of TLI
- Ability to relate to graduate level theological students
- Masters level degree in Theology
Responsibilities
- Aid the President in the implementation of the vision of TLI
- Promote and champion the vision of TLI
- Oversee all training locations where TLI trains oral learners
- Help develop curriculum and training material for oral learners
- Travel overseas 4-5 times a year to train pastors in modular course settings
- Closely mentor students and pastors for the purpose of teaching cross culturally
- Travel to 1-2 seminaries a year to recruit students for teaching
- Establish relationships with seminaries and church leaders
- Perform research and writing projects for TLI
- Attend conferences related to evangelical scholarship and cross-cultural mission
- Contribute to journals and magazines related to biblical studies and mission
Travel Expectations
- 4-5 International trips a year
- 6-8 days a year domestic travel for conferences and meetings
Compensation
- Compensation will be agreed upon hire. This is a fundraised position. TLI offers a competitive package, with salary, health insurance and vacation.
Director of Missions Research
TLI is looking for someone with a PhD in a theological studies, anthropology, or missions to be a full-time researcher on contemporary mission issues, practices, and trends. This position is based in Minneapolis. The ideal candidate would have a blend of cross-cultural experience and academic training. He must be competent in current research practices. You must develop your own personal support network and be willing to live in Minneapolis.
Qualifications
- Abiding faith in Jesus Christ
- Meet character qualifications of a local church elder (1 Tim 3:2-7)
- Ability to teach
- Whole-hearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Affirmation of Faith
- Agreement with the vision and strategy of TLI
- PhD in theological studies, anthropology or missiology
- Experience serving in a cross-cultural setting
Responsibilities
- Aid the President in the implementation of the vision of TLI
- Promote and champion the vision of TLI
- Research, monitor, and analyze worldwide trends in Christianity
- Teach TLI staff/global partners and publish on current mission practices and trends
- Help TLI, churches, and other agencies through writing and creation of resources
- Attend conferences related to evangelical scholarship and cross-cultural mission
- Contribute to journals and magazines related to biblical studies and missions
Travel Expectations
- 10-15 days a year domestic travel for conferences and meetings
Compensation
- Compensation will be agreed upon hire. This is a fundraised position.
Curriculum Developer
Vision of TLI
TLI exists to spread a passion for the supremacy of God in all things for the joy of all peoples through Jesus Christ
Reports to: Director of Curriculum Development
Duration: Full Time
Qualifications
- Abiding faith in Jesus Christ
- Meet the character qualifications of a local church elder (1 Tim 3:2-7)
- Wholehearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Affirmation of Faith
- Agreement with the vision and strategy of TLI
- M.Div. (or higher) level of theological training
Responsibilities
- Help the Director Curriculum Development accomplish his role in the mission and vision of TLI.
- Work on a team of writers and researchers to write and refine TLI's curriculum.
- Devise ways that TLI curriculum can be best taught to oral learners.
- Edit, revise, and add to existing curriculum as determined by the Director of Curriculum Development.
- Teaching: Travel overseas 1-2 times to train pastors.
- You must develop your own personal support network and be willing to live in Minneapolis.
Travel Expectations
- 1-2 international trips
Compensation
- Compensation will be agreed upon hire. This is a fundraised position. TLI offers a competitive package, with salary and vacation.
Diaspora Training Regional Director - Southwest
Overview
TLI has focused on providing theological training to pastors in countries outside of the West in formal and non-formal settings. This role would help lead a ministry to train immigrant pastors and leaders in Western countries. There are currently pockets of immigrants in major cities who do not have access to theological training. We want to partner with churches and ministries to provide training to those who desire to be trained. You must develop your own personal support network.
Reports to: Director of Diaspora Training
Area of responsibility: Southwestern US (Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona)
Qualifications
- Abiding faith in Jesus Christ.
- Meet character qualifications of a local church elder (1 Tim 3:2-7).
- Whole-hearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Affirmation of Faith.
- Agreement with the vision and strategy of TLI.
- Experience teaching and leading across cultures and well-versed in cross-cultural ministry.
- Cross-cultural ministry experience desired.
- Masters level degree in Theology or higher.
Responsibilities
- Aid the President in the promotion and implementation of TLI's vision.
- Aid the Immigrant Training Director in promotion and implementation of Immigrant Training vision.
- Oversee the startup and implementation of new training sites amongst immigrants within your region.
- Establish partnerships with churches, schools, organizations to aid in recruiting and development.
- Identify new areas and people groups to offer training to.
- Teach TLI curriculum and lead teams to teach at the training sites.
- Attend conferences related to evangelical scholarship and cross-cultural mission.
- Contribute to journals and magazines related to biblical studies and missions.
Travel Expectations
- 1 international trip a year
- 40-50 days a year for travel for teaching, fundraising, interviews, meetings.
Diaspora Training Regional Director - West
Overview
TLI has focused on providing theological training to pastors in countries outside of the West in formal and non-formal settings. This role would help lead a ministry to train immigrant pastors and leaders in Western countries. There are currently pockets of immigrants in major cities who do not have access to theological training. We want to partner with churches and ministries to provide training to those who desire to be trained. You must develop your own personal support network.
Reports to: Director of Diaspora Training
Based in: Region below
Area of responsibility: Washington, Oregon, California, Alaska, Hawaii, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, and Nevada.
Qualifications
- Abiding faith in Jesus Christ.
- Meet character qualifications of a local church elder (1 Tim 3:2-7).
- Whole-hearted agreement with The Gospel Coalition Affirmation of Faith.
- Agreement with the vision and strategy of TLI.
- Experience teaching and leading across cultures and well-versed in cross-cultural ministry.
- Cross-cultural ministry experience desired.
- Masters level degree in Theology or higher.
Responsibilities
- Aid the President in the promotion and implementation of TLI's vision.
- Aid the Immigrant Training Director in promotion and implementation of Immigrant Training vision.
- Oversee the startup and implementation of new training sites amongst immigrants within your region.
- Establish partnerships with churches, schools, organizations to aid in recruiting and development.
- Identify new areas and people groups to offer training to.
- Teach TLI curriculum and lead teams to teach at the training sites.
- Attend conferences related to evangelical scholarship and cross-cultural mission.
- Contribute to journals and magazines related to biblical studies and missions.
Travel Expectations
- 1 international trip a year
- 40-50 days a year for travel for teaching, fundraising, interviews, meetings.
