Looking to make a difference in Alaska?

Take a look at our current career ministry opportunities and come serve with our team! All staff positions are financially backed by personal supporters.

Director of Advancement

Job Title: Director of Advancement
Area: Administrative
Reports to: Executive Director
Supervises: Summer Interns, Media Specialists

Qualifications

Has received Jesus Christ as personal savior and has a heart for Biblically based mentoring relationships
Agrees with the TBC Statement of Faith
Agrees with the Staff Code of Conduct
Has three to six years of fundraising development and/or grant management experience with proven success in raising funds for nonprofit organizations
Familiarity with the complexity of Alaska state and federal grants strongly preferred
Possesses exceptional oral and written communication skills
Possesses exceptional goal orientation and strategic thinking skills
Is confident in face-to-face interaction with potential individuals, corporate and church boards and congregational sized promotions
Is able to implement donor correspondence follow-up policies

General Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Board of Directors and Executive Director and other staff members to create a fund development plan which increases revenues to support the strategic direction of the organization
Implement fund development plans
Monitor and evaluate all fundraising activities to ensure that the fundraising goals are being achieved

Development Responsibilities

Collaborates with the Board of Directors and Executive Director and other staff to identify annual goals and funding priorities for TBC.
Identifies potential contributors to special project funds and supporters of institution ongoing operations through examination of past records and knowledge of TBC Staff and Board of Directors
Cultivates relationships with individual, corporate and organizational supporters
Organizes any direct mailing campaigns for fund development
Plans and coordinates any fundraising events
Researches and pursues public and private grant agencies and foundations for funding
Manages donor database to analyze giving and effectiveness of campaigns
Manages development budget, in coordination with the Executive Director

Public Relations

Develops and implements a comprehensive communication and marketing plan to enhance the organization and promote fundraising
Develops and maintains organization media: web presence, blogs, promotional videos, social media, etc…
Designs and distributes communications materials for development efforts including branding efforts, newsletters, direct mailers
Acts as a representative of the organization for public speaking engagements and networking engagements to promote the ministry
Build and nurture strategic relationships for fund development

Student Development

Develop relationships with TLC students and TBC campers through program participation

Additional Requirements

Designated Fundraiser
- Represent TBC by sharing the Vision and Mission with current and potential ministry partners.
- Develop a personal support base of ministry partners who support through prayer and giving

Communicate regularly with personal ministry partners
Conduct Special Assignment (SPA) trips to report back to the people and churches that have been supporting the ministry
Other duties as assigned

Note: The nature of living in rural Alaska and working in a small camp setting is demanding at times and requires all staff to be willing work outside of their normal duties at times. While this should not infringe on the employee’s normal job duties to a great extent, there may be times when this is necessary.

Participating in local community events in furtherance of TBC’s mission
Assist other staff as needed

Tanalian Leadership Center Resident Mentor

Employment Dates:
Filled for the ’22-’23 season!
Inquire about next year, September 1, 2023 – May 30, 2024
Location: Port Alsworth, Alaska
Compensation: Donor supported
Direct Supervisor: Tanalian Leadership Center Director
Download PDF: TLC Resident Mentor Job Posting

Job Description

The Resident Mentor (RM) will live with and mentor up to four TLC students, ages 18-22, and assist the students with life skills, vocational interests and/or college prep as well as daily living schedules. The RM will work alongside TLC team members helping students grow in their knowledge of the Bible and in their relationship with Jesus Christ.

A one-year commitment is required with the ability to commit to two to three years.

Job Qualifications

Has received Jesus Christ as personal Savior and has a heart for discipleship.
Desires daily personal reading and study of the Bible.
Agree with the TBC/TLC Statement of Faith
Has knowledge of God’s Word and can effectively communicate spiritual truths.
Is a minimum of 22 years of age.
Ability to get along with others, be flexible, and work as a team.
Leadership ability to graciously enforce the student code of conduct, house rules, and encourage students’ responsibility.
A history of both giving and receiving Biblical discipleship and mentoring.
Ability to live independently and demonstrate responsibility in a group environment.
Basic first aid and CPR certification.

Job Requirements

The RM will be the primary spiritual leader in the household providing an example in speech, faith, conduct and love. Will be responsible for the following items:

Engages in raising a set amount for Tanalian Bible Camp, communicating regularly with donors.
Maintains a personal quiet time and Bible study for personal growth.
Engages the students in transformational relationship when possible or practical.
Responds to students’ spiritual and emotional needs whenever appropriate and practical and inform other TLC staff of said needs.
Provides spiritual protection and defense for the household and everyone in it through prayer.
Provide a written and verbally communicated set of house rules; protecting and promoting community and safety.
 Provide and enforce an appropriate disciplinary structure with the help of other TLC staff to encourage students to grow.
Attend a minimum of two weekly meetings with other TLC staff members for prayer, communication of household spiritual status and other needs.
Hold weekly house meetings with students to encourage community and spiritual growth.
Participate in or help with TLC and TBC conferences and retreats.
Participate in “life stories” and help students communicate their testimonies.

Provide for the physical needs of the household

Order food and household supplies in a timely manner.

Keep track of the physical health of all students in the house, communicating their statuses to other staff, and providing care appropriate for the level of training received.
Assign, enforce, and participate in household chores. Mentor the students through new areas and teaching skills as appropriate.
Communicate major needs and household repair tasks to the appropriate TBC staff members.

Time  Expectations

A 2-hour block each day responsibility free, to be coordinated around TLC priority events.
Must be available to students 6 days per week with day off to be coordinated with TLC Director.
Will move into the house in early September for training with TLC staff.
Responsible to ensure the house is ready and supplied for the students’ arrival.
Christmas break is free of TLC RM responsibility in congruence with the students’ break time, but RM will need to return in time to make sure the house and supplies are ready for students. They may come and go from the TLC house as desired during the break.
Will have one weekend (Friday night through Sunday) per month to spend out of the house, to be coordinated with TLC Director.
The commitment is finalized at the end of the season after proper house cleaning and debrief meetings, date to be coordinated by TLC Director.

Summer Internship Opportunities

Media Coordinator
Program Staff
Work Crew Mentor
Assistant Cook

Donate to a Staff Member Today!