The Evangelical Church of Bangkok (ECB) is in the process of searching for our next Youth Ministry Director to join the ECB leadership team as we seek to make disciples for global impact.

1.ECB Church Profile

ECB is an international church located in the heart of Bangkok (Thailand). ECB was founded in 1966 by the Christian & Missionary Alliance and has over the past six decades grown from a preaching post for missionaries into a multicultural faith community of around 1,000 adults and 200 children from 65+ nations around the world. Next to the centrality of Jesus, ECB’s ministry is built on faithfulness to the Word of God, prayer as a matter of first importance and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit.

In line with Jesus’ desire for His church, ECB’s mission consists of making disciples for global impact. Central to this mission is ECB’s emphasis on age-appropriate discipleship programs (adults, students and children), LIFE groups (the smaller expression of the larger community of faith) and partnerships with various Christian NGO’s, through which ECB implements its missional strategy.

ECB’s faith community consists of many different cultural and denominational backgrounds, which gives the church a unique feel. ECB’s texture can be best described as one of passionate participation in corporate worship gatherings, hunger for spiritual growth and active participation by ministry volunteers.

International church ministry in a city like Bangkok comes with multiple opportunities and challenges. Shaping and maintaining a welcoming community as the foundation for discipleship, equipping followers of Christ for disciple-making in their everyday spheres of life and increasing ECB’s missional footprint are just three of the many opportunities for ECB in the coming years. International church ministry also comes with challenges, which include doing ministry in an intercultural and bilingual setting and the ongoing need to recruit ministry volunteers given the transient nature of the congregation.

ECB employs a full-time team of 30 people, including pastors, ministry leaders, office staff and facility staff. The ministries are further supported by a committed team of ministry heads and hundreds of ministry volunteers.

For this reason, we believe God has uniquely positioned ECB to reach the nations for Christ. We are passionate about fostering a vibrant church where people are nurtured in community, transformed through discipleship, and empowered for global impact. With this in mind, we are praying for God to form a team called to pursue this amazing opportunity in the unity of the Spirit. Is God calling you to join our team?

2. Youth Ministry Director (Full-Time, 40 hrs/week)
Location: On-site at ECB, Bangkok
ECB Ecosystem: Spiritual Formation
Internal Leadership Category: L4
Reports to: Spiritual Formation Pastor


I. Purpose of the Role

The Youth Ministry Director oversees and develops ECB’s youth ministry (approximately 50–100 middle and high school students) and leads a diverse volunteer team. This role involves providing pastoral care, leadership development, and strategic oversight of programs that disciple youth and mobilize them for mission in a cross-cultural context.


II. About Exchange Youth Ministry

Exchange Youth Ministry provides a relational discipleship program on Saturdays and Sundays to middle school and high school students. There are usually around 20-30 middle schoolers and 30-40 high schoolers who join on Saturdays. Gathering sizes on Sundays are around 45-50 middle schoolers and 20-30 high schoolers. The weekend program is strengthened through seasonal events and engagement in the larger ECB community. There is a supporting team of adult volunteers who serve with the Youth Ministry Director in the planning and execution of the ministry.


III. Key Responsibilities

1) Spiritual & Pastoral Leadership

• Provide spiritual, pastoral, and strategic leadership for ECB’s youth ministry.
• Develop a clear vision and pathway for youth discipleship, leadership, and outreach.
• Collaborate with ECB’s Children, Young Adults, and Mobilization teams for seamless integration.
• Equip youth for global impact through Scripture engagement, worship, service opportunities, and missional practices.

2) Ministry Development & Discipleship

• Develop and implement a holistic discipleship strategy that aligns with ECB’s mission, vision, and values.
• Plan and lead weekly youth gatherings, small groups, retreats, and mission trips.
• Oversee curriculum and ensure high-quality teaching, worship, and small-group engagement.
• Create pathways for youth to engage in service, mission, and leadership within and beyond ECB.
• Recruit, train, and mentor youth leaders and volunteers from diverse nationalities.

3) Parent & Family Partnership

• Build relationships with students, parents, and families to support holistic growth.
• Welcome and engage newcomers; help families integrate into the ECB community.
• Maintain warm, clear, and consistent communication through newsletters, meetings, and digital platforms.

4) Volunteer Leadership & Team Development

• Recruit, train, shepherd, and empower a diverse team of volunteers.
• Implement the S.P.A.R.K. volunteer pipeline with clear onboarding, training, and leadership-development tracks.
• Provide ongoing communication, mentoring, training, encouragement, appreciation, and accountability for volunteers.
• Cultivate a culture of joy, unity, excellence, and spiritual growth among the team.

5) Operational & Administrative Leadership

• Ensure weekend operations run smoothly: room readiness, media resources, volunteer coverage, safety, and overall flow.
• Work closely with the Executive Director of Operations on logistics, security, facilities, and event planning.
• Oversee ministry budgets, purchases, curriculum, supplies, and scheduling.
• Maintain attendance records and ministry data using Planning Center and other relevant tools.
• Regularly evaluate ministry effectiveness and adapt strategies for continued health and growth.
• Manage budgets, communications, and ministry systems with excellence and accountability.

6) Safeguarding & Youth Protection

• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and faith-nurturing environment aligned with ECB’s safeguarding standards.
• Develop, implement, and uphold ECB’s Youth Protection Policy.
• Ensure robust volunteer screening, background checks, training, and accountability.
• Strengthen systems for check-in, pick-up, emergency response, and classroom ratios.

7) Cross-Church/Ministries  Collaboration

• Serve as a member of the ECB leadership team and participate in strategic leadership meetings, prayer gatherings, and vision discussions.
• Collaborate with other ministry leaders (Children, Adult Discipleship, Worship, LIFE Groups, Outreach/Missions) for unified discipleship strategies.
• Support church-wide events, seasonal celebrations, and community-building efforts.

IV. Qualifications

ECB is looking for a Youth Ministry Director who is:

Spiritual

• Spirit-led follower of Jesus, mission-minded, with a deep commitment to Scripture and prayer.
• A mature and growing Christian faith with a clear sense of calling to youth ministry.
• In alignment with ECB’s Statement of Faith, mission, vision, and values.
• Demonstrates a genuine heart for discipling youth and families.
• Servant-hearted leader who models humility, integrity, and authenticity.
• Relational and approachable; passionate about mentoring and developing young people.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Christian Ministry, Theology, Education, Child Development, or a related field (seminary training preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of youth ministry leadership, preferably in an international or multicultural church context.
• Experience with curriculum implementation, team leadership, and discipleship systems.
• Experience working cross-culturally or in expatriate communities is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills (English required).
• Proficiency in English (Thai or another Asian language is an advantage).
• Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Team player with strong collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Creative and adaptable, able to navigate cultural and generational diversity.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams across cultures and generations.
• Proven team-building, volunteer leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to innovate and adapt ministry models in a dynamic context like Bangkok.
• High emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity, and a collaborative spirit.
• Competent with digital tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Planning Center, Canva, ProPresenter, and similar platforms. Basic training can be provided).
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as needed.

Core Competencies

• Christlike Character: humility, integrity, compassion, and prayerful dependence on the Holy Spirit.
• Vision Leadership: able to inspire, cast vision, and motivate teams.
• Cultural Intelligence: effective in a multicultural, multilingual church setting.
• Team Development: skilled in equipping volunteers and raising new leaders.
• Operational Excellence: able to manage complex systems and large teams.
• Communication: clear, warm, biblical, and parent-friendly.
• Discipleship Focus: strong theological grounding and heart for spiritual formation.
• Resilience & Adaptability: able to flourish in a fast-changing, international city.

V. Reporting & Team Structure

• Base: Full-time role based in Bangkok, Thailand.
• Reports to: Spiritual Formation Pastor (or assigned pastoral oversight).
• Involvement: Requires participation in youth gatherings, church-wide events, and mission trips.
• Collaborates with: Crosstown, Media & Communications, Operations, Worship Ministry, Community Life, and Outreach partners.
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, including every weekend and some evenings.
• Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in Thailand (ECB will support visa and work permit processes for the successful candidate, if applicable).
• Compensation and Benefits: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

VI. Application Process

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit the following:

• Resume (CV) outlining ministry and cross-cultural experience.
• Statement of motivation and sense of God’s leading (1 page)
• Faith story and philosophy of youth ministry (1–2 pages)
• Two to three references (pastoral + professional)
• All documents must be sent to [email protected]:
• Apply online by clicking the button below