Engagement Lead

Youth for Christ reaches young people everywhere, working together with the local church and other like-minded partners to raise up lifelong followers of Jesus who lead by their godliness in lifestyle, devotion to the Word of God and prayer, passion for sharing the love of Christ, and commitment to social involvement.

Our local chapter, Youth for Christ of Northern Indiana (YFCNIN), is hiring a full-time Engagement Lead who will fulfill this mission by planning and organizing events and providing communications support. This position is part of a larger YFCNIN team dispersed across nine different counties and including over thirty staff members. You will be a part of a team committed to going wherever teenagers are in their community, diving into the messy world they live in and offering the hope that comes through Jesus!

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Lead & Manage vendor/partner relationships in the events space

Cultivate and maintain strong, mutually beneficial relationships with key vendors and partners to ensure the successful execution of events. Oversee the selection, negotiation, and management of external service providers, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budget constraints, and event timelines. Serve as the primary point of contact, addressing any issues that arise and fostering long-term partnerships.

• Plan & Execute all major events, including golf outings, luncheons and lead and manage the team to be successful

Take full ownership of the end-to-end event planning and execution process for high-profile events such as golf outings, luncheons, and conferences. Develop comprehensive event strategies, timelines, and task assignments, ensuring all logistics are meticulously coordinated. Lead cross-functional teams to achieve seamless execution while driving engagement, promoting brand image, and ensuring an unforgettable attendee experience.

• Manage event budgets

Oversee the creation and management of detailed event budgets, ensuring all expenditures are tracked, optimized, and within allocated limits. Develop cost-saving strategies without compromising the quality of the events. Provide regular financial reports to leadership and adjust plans as necessary to remain on budget, addressing any financial discrepancies promptly.

• Ensure quality with ALL YFC events by leading and managing teams to host regional events

Take charge of quality assurance across all YFC events, working closely with internal teams to ensure every event meets the highest standards of excellence. Lead teams in the planning, coordination, and execution of regional events, fostering collaboration and accountability to deliver outstanding results. Provide guidance and support to team members, ensuring smooth event flow and customer satisfaction.

• Manage all communication engagement, including email, sms, and social media platforms

Oversee and execute all communication strategies for event promotions and engagement, including crafting and distributing targeted email campaigns, SMS notifications, and social media content. Develop engaging messaging that resonates with key audiences and drives event attendance and participation. Monitor engagement metrics across platforms, adjusting strategies to maximize impact and ensure clear, consistent communication.

You may view the full job description on our website here: https://yfc.net/job/engagement-lead/

• If interested, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• event planning and management: 2 years (Preferred)
• budget management: 2 years (Preferred)
• fund development: 2 years (Preferred)
• social media management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person