Youth Pastor Purpose: The Youth Pastor provides pastoral leadership, discipleship, and ministry oversight for students from Year 7 through university and young adulthood, partnering with parents and church leadership to develop mature followers of Jesus Christ. Educational and Ministerial Qualifications Theological Education
A bachelor’s degree in theology, Biblical Studies, Christian Ministry, Student
Ministry, or a related discipline is strongly preferred. Formal seminary training is highly desirable. Equivalent ministry experience and demonstrated. theological competency may be considered where formal education is. lacking. Experience in Student Ministry
A demonstrated ability to lead, teach, and disciple young people from
students in Year 7 through young adults, with 3 - 5 years of experience.
Experience in organizing student events, Bible studies, mission trips, or
camps is a strong plus. Pastoral Leadership
Ability and desire to teach sound biblical messages.
Pastoral care skills—visiting, counseling, partnering with parents/guardians, and guiding young people.
Missional mindset to disciple believers as well as reach unbelievers.
Biblical and Spiritual Qualifications
Genuine, growing relationship with Christ.
A clear testimony of salvation and a growing relationship with God.
Demonstrates the fruit of the Spirit as described in Galatians 5.
Above Reproach
Meets the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9
A life marked with integrity, holiness, and accountability in both private and
public life.
Rooted in Scripture and Sound Doctrine
Competent in managing time, volunteers, and ministry budgets.
Recruit, equip, mentor, and shepherd a team of adult volunteers committed to discipline students.
Understand how student ministry integrates with the church’s larger mission.
Can think strategically and develop long-term discipleship goals for spiritual
growth from preteen to young adult.
Comfortable using common ministry and productivity software, including.
Microsoft 365, Planning Center, Canva, and other ministry management tools.
Serves under the authority of the Senior Pastor with humility and
cooperation. Contextual Awareness for the Cayman Islands
Cultural Sensitivity
Awareness and respect for Caymanian culture, values, and traditions.
Engages with students in ways that are culturally relevant but biblically
grounded.
Recognition and care for the variety of cultures represented in us.
community and congregation.
Awareness of current trends, struggles, and generational pressures.
Fosters an environment where students from all backgrounds feel welcome
and seen.
Legal and Immigration Requirements (If not Caymanian)
Must meet the Cayman Islands’ work permit and residency requirements for
church staff.
Commitment to Community
Willingness to be involved in local schools, sports, and/or community events.
Viewed as a spiritual leader inside the church and in the broader community.
Specific Responsibilities
Develop and lead a comprehensive discipleship strategy that intentionally moves
students toward spiritual maturity through biblical teaching, mentoring, evangelism, small groups, leadership development, and service opportunities.
Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the youth ministries of CIBC, such as:
Sunday School and other discipleship programs
Friday Night Youth Meetings, trips to youth camps/retreats, fellowships, recreational activities, and mission trips
Work with the church staff, leadership, and volunteers to provide leadership to a
comprehensive student ministry program through evangelism and discipleship.
Be capable of performing the physical requirements of the role, including
transporting equipment, driving church vehicles where appropriate, and participating in camps, retreats, mission trips, and outdoor activities.
Provide ministry to parents of students in alignment with other church initiatives
Comply fully with all church safeguarding, child protection, and safety policies and
Procedures.
Assist and work with the Senior Pastor and Associate Pastor to provide pastoral
care, i.e., hospital ministry, emergency response, and pastoral care visits.
Serve as a support minister to various ministries within the congregation.
The Youth Pastor may be asked to assist in preaching at appointed times (if applicable), participating in marriage services and funerals, and counseling, or other special events as required.
In consultation with church leaders, Senior Pastor and Associate Pastor, prepare an annual budget to be recommended to the Finance Committee, complying with all.
established Church policies and procedures.
Assist with the coordination of training and conference programs.
Support the planning and coordination of discipleship ministries in alignment with
the church calendar and focus areas.
Work with church leaders and staff to develop a strategic plan as part of the
corporate strategic plan for CIBC including ministry goals, organization, leadership, facilities, finances, and administrative processes for the Student Ministry.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Senior Pastor or Associate Pastor.
Reports to: The Senior Pastor (or Associate Pastor, as designated by the Senior Pastor). Employment status: Full-time, ministerial employee
