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Elevation Project - Manager
@ Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited
Surrey, British Columbia
Overview
Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited is hiring a full-time Program Manager for the Elevation Project, its partnership with YFC Rwanda. The role leads a 10-month youth leadership program with a Rwanda learning trip, oversees the sponsorship program, and requires 1-2 trips to Rwanda a year. The posting asks for 32 hours a week, mostly at the Surrey central office with some remote days, and includes fundraising from ministry partners to cover salary and program costs.
Responsibilities:
- Lead vision, strategy and operations of the Elevation Project
- Oversee the YFC Rwanda partnership and sponsorship program
- Facilitate the 10-month Elevation Experience leadership program
- Build a team of ministry partners and raise funds for salary and expenses
- Travel to Rwanda 1-2 times a year
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary degree or equivalent experience in international development
- Ministry experience and/or theological training
- Strong written and presentation communication
- Microsoft Office and Canva or Adobe skills
- Active in a local church and a personal relationship with Jesus
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-18
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Hours per week | 32 |
| Schedule | evening |
| Travel | air: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | International Development |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Wellness, Home office allowance |
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Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited
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Caring for the physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual needs of vulnerable youth in Greater Vancouver.
Full company description
Youth in Greater Vancouver struggle through many challenges and obstacles. Challenges like unstable home lives, systemic vulnerability, addiction, mental illness, poverty and even a rapidly changing technological landscape make the social, psychological and cognitive challenges of adolescence all the more difficult to navigate. Yet, we see the potential within each young person we meet. We are confident that with enough of the right support, they can overcome all of the challenges that life throws their way. Youth Unlimited has been helping young people discover their potential since 1947. With nine chapters in Greater Vancouver, YU provides caring relationships and developmental opportunities for vulnerable youth through relevant programs and individual connections, aimed at fostering mental, physical, social, spiritual and emotional well-being among young people in the community.
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- Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited
- Specialties
- youth
- youth development
- community development
- NGO
- mental health
- youth programs
- school programs
- at-risk youth
- vulnerable
- vulnerable youth
- and vulnerable community
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Youth in Greater Vancouver struggle through many challenges and obstacles. Challenges like unstable home lives, systemic vulnerability, addiction, mental illness, poverty and even a rapidly changing technological landscape make the social, psychological and cognitive challenges of adolescence all the more difficult to navigate. Yet, we see the potential within each young person we meet. We are confident that with…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1945 |
| Specialties | youthyouth developmentcommunity developmentNGOmental healthyouth programsschool programsat-risk youthvulnerablevulnerable youth |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 6 |
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Do you find yourself wondering about how you can be involved in what God is doing in the world? Are you passionate to see youth being transformed by Jesus in cross-cultural experiences and through quality Christian Education? Are you passionate about youth discipleship in a cross-cultural context? Do you enjoy taking leadership, communicating and building community with people from different backgrounds? Are you passionate about Education, International Development and a Partnership with a lasting impact on communities in Canada and Rwanda? Then a career with Youth Unlimited may be for you. We are currently hiring a Program Manager for the Elevation Project, Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited’s partnership with YFC Rwanda.
Title: Elevation Project Manager
Reports to: Executive Director
Area/Department: International Ministry
Classification: Full Time
About Youth Unlimited
Flowing out of the mission of Jesus, Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited relationally engages in holistic work (physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual) with vulnerable youth in partnership with the church and the community. We care deeply about youth as a whole person and serve youth in many ways, with the relational aspect being the most important.
See more at www.youthunlimited.com.
General Description
As the Program Manager, you would be working 32 hours a week based out of our Central Office in Surrey. It is possible to work remotely a few days a week and to increase the hours if the program requires it. Traveling to Rwanda 1-2 times a year, is a highlight of this role. The Program Manager is responsible for the vision, strategic planning and operation of all aspects of the Elevation Project. This includes the organization and communication around our partnership with YFC Rwanda, the oversight of our Sponsorship Program and the facilitation of the Elevation Experience. The Elevation Experience is a 10- month long Youth Leadership Development Program, which includes a 6 months curriculum, a learning trip to Rwanda and 3 months of post-trip commitments.
Other responsibilities include program management, financial stewardship, partner development and participation in networking events with like-minded organizations. The Program Manager works with closely with staff from other programs within Youth Unlimited as well as creating connections with youth and churches outside of the organization.
What must the candidate possess to thrive in the position?
- A post-secondary degree (or equivalent experience) related to international development
- Ministry experience and/or some theological training
- Good communication skills, particularly in writing and in partner/donor presentations
- Leadership qualities, including encouraging, facilitative, enthusiastic and an initiator
- A creative mind for Project Design, Social Media and Marketing
- Microsoft Office experience — specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or similar apps
- Familiarity with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite - specifically InDesign and Photoshop
- Good planning, organizing and prioritizing skills and can coordinate shifting workloads and activities
- Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, sound judgment, integrity, reliability, team player and networking capabilities
- A teachable spirit and willingness to learn and collaborate with others
- Active in a local church
- A personal relationship with Jesus
- Extra beneficial if you have some experience with CRM and other online databases
- Extra beneficial if you have knowledge of CRA requirements for charities working internationally
Working Conditions
- Working from Central Office (Surrey) 4 days/week
- Traveling to Rwanda 1-2 times per year
- Visiting different Areas and programs of GVYU
- Developing and maintaining relationships with GVYU Staff, YFC Rwanda staff, Program partners, sponsors and trip participants
- Collaborating with other GVYU staff, volunteers and community partners
- Occasional evening work, weekend work, day trips, and extended trips
- Working remotely is possible
- Annual Conferences
Compensation and Benefits
(upon completion of 3 month probation)
- Fitness Allowance
- Monthly Spiritual Health Days (Optional Retreats)
- Extended health benefits
- Pension Plan
As part of this role, you will actively build a team of ministry partners who support your work through prayer and financial giving. This includes raising funds to cover your salary and program expenses. Training, coaching, and resources are provided to help you succeed in this important aspect of ministry.
Youth Unlimited salaries are set by our Board of Directors, with frontline salaries at the upper levels of industry standards. Staff also receive strong organizational support, and our average staff retention is over 10 years.
To apply: Click the ‘apply now’ button found on this page. Please include a short statement outlining your philosophy of Christian international partnerships and missions.
Applications will close once the position is filled. If the job opening is still available online, then
the position is available.
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