Leadership Development Facilitator

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.