Executive Director Job Description
Purpose:
To lead camp operations, mentor and minister to staff, and develop leaders and, together with the Board,
achieve Kedleston’s mission and vision.
Statement of Faith
As a foundation of this role, the Executive Director of Kedleston Gospel Camp is expected
to: be in agreement with the Statements of Faith of both the Apostolic Church of Pentecost
and Kedleston Gospel Camp, consistently demonstrate Christian character and the Fruit of the Spirit in his/her personal and professional life and follow the teachings of Jesus Christ. The ED needs to demonstrate regular attendance and service within one of our four local supporting church bodies.
Term: full-time permanent salaried
Some flexibility of hours is expected given a larger proportion of hours will be spent in the summer
months. Be onsite at least 5 days per week during camp operations May 1 to September 15 to provide in-person contact for staff, volunteers, campers, and strategic partners.
Core competencies / skill requirements / demonstrated behaviours:
● Ability to develop leaders.
● Ability to develop a vision for camp ministry
● Ability to be strategic in analyzing gaps, deficiencies, and threats to achieve the Camp’s vision
and maximize strengths and resources to achieve results.
● Ability to communicate effectively
● Ability to motivate and garner support of others.
● Ability to manage projects to completion
● Ability to show Christ’s love in all situations
● Ability to stay motivated and work independently
● Ability for delegation and time management
● Ability to develop and follow a budget
Key accountabilities:
● Nurture staff, develop leaders, and lead well
● Develop a culture of ministry and care to staff and volunteers
● Develop leaders and accountabilities in functional structures to achieve the overall mission and
vision. Supervise all staff and volunteers as per organizational structure developed by the
Executive Director
● Final hiring decision for all staff & volunteer positions
● Able to discipline staff and volunteers in a Christ-like manner, coaching, disciplining, and when
necessary, terminating the staff member or volunteer’s responsibilities according to policy.
● Ability to select and lead a Camp staff and volunteer team to maximize camper spiritual growth,
participation, and enjoyment.
● Lead operational committees including, but not limited to, ministry and programming committee
and others that the ED may initiate.
Lead & inspire quality programming that brings campers back again:
● Statement of Faith and Camp Mission and Vision are paramount and all camp activities are
consistent with the same.
● Balance engaging spiritual and fun of camper activities at all age groups
● Work with team to build a strong vision and understanding of what programming at Kedleston
Gospel Camp
Operate camp within the delegated authority of the Board:
● Maintain and follow adequate operational policies including hiring, registration, financial, and
other procedures.
● Contribute to budget conversations with the board, and follow through by managing,
distributing, and reporting on the annual operations budget along with the Treasurer.
● Prepare and present a review of camp operations for the Board in a format developed with the
Board at each meeting and annually.
● Operate camps with the rolling 5 year strategic plan developed in conjunction with the Board.
● Strategically manage upkeep and growth of all facilities and resources of Kedleston Gospel Camp
● Attend and have a full voice at all Board meetings
Protection of Campers, Staff and Kedleston:
● Submit to a criminal record and vulnerable sector check and not have a criminal record involving
offences against vulnerable persons.
● Ensure the physical, mental, and spiritual safety of all staff & campers is paramount.
● In conjunction with the Board, complete an annual risk assessment of areas including, but not
limited to: infrastructure, safety (camper, staff, visitor), programming, trends in society (e.g.
LGBTQ concerns), and any other reasonable risks to be foreseen and implement mitigation
strategies.
Relationships
● Represent the Lord well as people see you as the face of Kedleston.
● Build and deepen working relationships with sponsoring churches, their pastors.
● Strive for strong connection with relevant colleges and parachurch organizations.
● Network and learn from other camps informally and through formal partnerships/memberships.
● Be a friendly neighbor to tenants, local government, and nearby communities.
● Facilitate Kedleston’s presence to current and potential campers, donors, and other members of
the public through various appropriate media.
● In conjunction with the Board develop and execute a fundraising plan annually, for both
operating budgets and special projects.
● Connect with and foster a community of volunteers
Reports to:
Board of Directors
