Use your business and administrative training and experience in one of the least-reached areas of the world. As part of an existing team, your expertise is needed to run a business, administrating a community center in a creative-access country in North Africa that offers English classes, a café, gym, and other health-related programs. Serving in this position supports the team’s goal of planting churches by enabling you to make connections and find people of peace with whom to share the gospel.
Required Qualifications:
- A recognized bachelor’s degree
- Experience successfully running a small business and/or management/administrative experience in a business setting
- Completion of Alliance Polity course
- Completion of a Missions Perspectives course
- Modern Language Aptitude Test (MLAT) score of 70 or higher
Preferred Qualifications:
- Business and/or other professional certification
Responsibilities:
- Actively administer, manage, and develop an existing business
- Intentionally seek and develop relationships that lead to sharing the gospel
Timeline for Deployment:
Summer 2017
General Information:
Successful ministry in this creative-access country requires a meaningful, impactful presence that is not overtly religious. With this context in mind, a secular business was established to serve the dual purpose of obtaining legal residency and building relationships. Registered as a private club in the country’s capital city, the center’s purpose is to serve families in the surrounding area, offering an American café, English classes, and a fitness center. The center provides tremendous opportunities for access to local people of all ages and walks of life and provides a venue for team members to use their gifts and talents in a ministry setting.
Language Expectations:
French is the language of commerce. The individual in this role must have the necessary French fluency to successfully conduct business in the country.
Health Considerations:
Medical services are adequate. Many medical personnel are trained in Europe. Private clinics offer most of the services familiar to North Americans; costs are quite reasonable. Malaria is not an issue. Most medications available in the United States can be obtained at the local pharmacy. Although medical services are adequate, it is advised that those with special health considerations contact the field, through the International Placement Office, before applying.
Expectations for Spouse:
The successful applicant’s spouse is expected to engage meaningfully in fulfilling ministry objectives based on his/her gifts, training, the team’s needs, and their family’s needs.
Children’s Educational Plan and Options:
Quality formal educational opportunities are limited in this city. There is one suitable English-language private school for elementary-aged children. There is an English-language homeschool co-op for middle/high school children; French and Arabic schools also are available. A boarding option is available in Dakar, Senegal, (Dakar Academy) for children in grades 8 through 12.
Compensation Package:
This position is designated to be fully funded through the Great Commission Fund (GCF). Please visit our compensation page for details on how U.S. Alliance international workers are supported. We offer a comprehensive package for this position, covering all costs related to a monthly living allowance, housing, travel, children’s education, and full benefits. GCF-funded workers share responsibility for raising GCF dollars from Alliance churches and other sources.