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Job summary
The Leadership & Discipleship Coordinator provides direct support to the spiritual, moral, and leadership formation of students. The role involves planning, implementing, and overseeing student leadership programs, Christian discipleship pathways, and mentorship activities that promote character development, biblical values, and responsible citizenship. The Coordinator works closely with teachers, chaplains, counselors, and student leaders to develop a thriving culture of Christian faith, integrity, and servant leadership across the school.
Min Qualification:
Bachelors
Experience Level:
Mid level
Experience Length:
2 years
Language Requirement:
English
Working Hours:
Full Time - 9 to 5
Applicant Location:
Uganda
Job descriptions & requirements
LEAD4africa (L4A) is a dynamic, faith-based organization whose main office is situated in Muyenga, Kampala, Uganda. It prides itself in the development of the next generation of Discipled Nation Builders based on four thematic focus areas of: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Academics, and Discipleship, while imparting biblical principles.
The Organization expects to open up a school - Lead High School (LHS) in Bobi Omoro District in January 2027, and seeks to recruit a highly qualified candidate to fill the vacant position of Leadership and Discipleship Coordinator - 1 position: -
POSTING DATE: MAY 7, 2026
REPORTS TO: HEADTEACHER
JOB STATION: LEAD HIGH SCHOOL
JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME
RENUMERATION: ATTRACTIVE/UNDISCLOSED
CLOSING DATE: MAY 30, 2026, COB 4:00 PM EAT
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Leadership & Discipleship Coordinator provides direct support to the spiritual, moral, and leadership formation of students. The role involves planning, implementing, and overseeing student leadership programs, Christian discipleship pathways, and mentorship activities that promote character development, biblical values, and responsible citizenship. The Coordinator works closely with teachers, chaplains, counselors, and student leaders to develop a thriving culture of Christian faith, integrity, and servant leadership across the school.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Spiritual Leadership and Cultural Modeling
- Model a mature and active Christian faith in all professional duties.
- Lead and contribute to daily devotions, prayer meetings, and school chapels.
- Uphold and promote the LEAD4africa culture of excellence, humility, integrity, and transparency.
- Serve as a spiritual role model for students, staff, and student leaders.
2. Leadership Development Programming
- Coordinate all student leadership structures (Prefects, Class Monitors, Peer Mentors, Clubs).
- Facilitate training in leadership skills such as communication, responsibility, conflict resolution, teamwork, and service.
- Lead planning and execution of leadership workshops, retreats, camps, and team-building activities.
- Support student leaders in organizing assemblies, discipline support, and community service activities.
- Maintain leadership development schedules, records, and evaluation tools.
3. Christian Discipleship & Spiritual Formation
- Lead weekly discipleship programs, Bible studies, prayer fellowships, and Christian Union activities.
- Support chaplaincy in planning and delivering spiritual formation programs and school-wide chapel services.
- Mentor students in Christian living, biblical understanding, and moral decision- making.
- Coordinate small-group discipleship models and one-on-one mentoring relationships.
- Provide guidance and training to Christian Union committees and fellowship leaders.
4. Curriculum, Instruction & Co-Curricular Support
- Support teaching of leadership, life skills, and biblical studies where applicable.
- Design discipleship guides, teaching aids, and leadership learning materials.
- Embed leadership themes and Christian values in co-curricular programs, clubs, and school culture.
- Assist teachers in integrating moral and spiritual development across subjects.
5. Student Pastoral Care and Discipline
- Provide pastoral counseling, listening support, and spiritual guidance to learners.
- Identify vulnerable or at-risk students and refer promptly to Chaplain or School Administration.
- Promote emotional, relational, and spiritual well-being through mentorship and follow-up.
- Support student orientation programs and transitions for new learners.
6. Clubs, Community Service & School Engagement
- Oversee leadership-related and discipleship-oriented clubs and societies.
- Coordinate school-wide community service, outreach programs, and faith-based service activities.
- Promote Christian service, stewardship, and ethical conduct among learners.
- Support staff in organizing co-curricular and extracurricular activities that reinforce leadership and discipleship.
7. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
- Track learner participation and growth in leadership and discipleship programs.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, mentoring logs, leadership activities, and discipleship progress.
- Prepare periodic reports for the school administration and chaplaincy.
- Use data to strengthen program effectiveness and inform decision-making.
8. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with teachers, chaplains, counselors, club patrons, and administrators to strengthen holistic student development.
- Coordinate student participation in Christian leadership forums, youth conferences, and external discipleship events.
- Represent the school at partner meetings, discipleship networks, and leadership training forums.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, Theology, Leadership Studies, Social Sciences, or related field.
- Demonstrated experience in Christian ministry, youth mentorship, leadership development, or discipleship programs.
- Minimum of 2–3 years working with adolescents in a school, ministry, or youth development setting.
- Strong understanding of biblical foundations, Christian doctrine, and adolescent spiritual development.
- Excellent facilitation, communication, interpersonal, and counseling skills.
- A mature, practicing Christian with a lifestyle that models biblical values.
- Must have no criminal record or any history related to abuse, exploitation, or neglect of children.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
- Experience leading youth programs, camps, or Christian Union activities.
- Ability to plan and deliver leadership training sessions.
- Strong organizational, record-keeping, and program coordination skills.
- Competence in using MS Office for documentation and reporting.
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural and cross-generational environments.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Spiritually grounded, disciplined, and prayerful.
- Passionate about youth development.
- Approachable, empathetic, and an active listener.
- High integrity, humility, and strong emotional maturity.
- Creative, resourceful, and able to engage young people effectively.
- Flexible, resilient, and able to thrive in a dynamic school environment.
- Culturally sensitive and respectful.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please address and submit your Job Application, Curriculum Vitae, and supportive documents, as ONE file in PDF, to the Recruitment Committee, and email it to recruitment@4-africa.com
In the e-mail, type the JOB POSITION THAT YOU ARE APPLYING FOR, Your Name ONLY, as the subject of your email. e.g., Leadership and Discipleship Coordinator, Kumi Okwii.
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