Opportunity Title:  Volunteer Program Officer

Location:  Jos, Nigeria

CRCNA Ministry:  CRWRC (Christian Reformed World Relief Committee)

CRCNA Partner:  Grace and Light is a HIV/AIDS Ministry that works with various churches to promote openness of status in an effort to overcome the culture of stigmatization and secrecy.  Grace and Light also integrates effective prevention with care and support of people living with HIV/AIDS.

Number of Positions: 1 position

Expected Length of Service: Minimum 8 weeks

Dates Opportunity Is Available ASAP

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Administrative Responsibilities:

  • In cooperation with the Administrative Officer, implement proper HR policies and procedures;
  • Review and make recommendations of procedures to enhance efficient and effective work practices;
  • Other duties as listed in the full position description.

2. Operations Duties:

  • In cooperation with Coordinator plan and manage trainings and other programs;
  • Maintain database of active and non-active volunteers. Strengthen volunteer policies and procedures.
     

3. Ministry Responsibilities:

  • Learn about and be involved in Grace & Light programmes/activities that use your gifts;
  • Serve as a participating team member with Grace & Light staff.

4. Other duties as requested by Coordinator or Management Community.
 
Qualifications: 

  1. Mature Christian committed to serving and following Christ;
  2. Knowledge of HIV/AIDS in Africa a plus;
  3. Strong organizational skills;
  4. Able to nurture own faith in a sometimes isolated environment; 
  5. Experience serving in the church and/or community;
  6. Respectful of and ability to thrive in cross cultural settings or another culture; 
  7. Demonstrated interest in learning about Christian community development;
  8. Commitment to CRWRC development values;
  9. Self-starter and able to work and guide own learning without constant on-site supervision;
  10.  Able and willing to work in a team setting; 
  11. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required (MS Access also preferred);
  12. Demonstrated proficiency with a computer;
  13. Ability to invite others into his/her ministry through prayer and financial support; 
  14. Ability to work effectively while dealing with the ambiguity of adjusting to another culture. Cultural sensitivity;
  15. Able and willing to learn about a different culture and language;
  16. Superb communication skills, oral and written;
  17. Flexible, adaptable and able to view life with a sense of humor.

Benefits:

  1. Active exploration of Nigerian culture;
  2. Learn a foreign language;
  3. Increase international and cross-cultural experiences;
  4. Contribute to the CRWRC's work to combat poverty;
  5. Explore complexities of poverty in Nigeria;
  6. Increase your problem solving and critical thinking skills;
  7. Learn how to work in a team based environment;
  8. Learn or increase skills of living in a developing country;
  9. Gain a better understanding of how U.S. or Canadian Foreign policies affect other countries;
  10. Develop a "greater appreciation for diversity";
  11. Engage in experiential learning. 

Support Services Provided: 

  • Pre-departure orientation (Required)
  • Cultural Orientation (Required)
  • Internet Access
  • Field Supervision & Mentorship
  • Ongoing Field Support
  • Language Training
  • Debriefing
  • Career Counselling
  • Assistance and training materials on raising prayer & financial support
  • Recognition in CRWRC’s various communication to supporters 

Financial Obligations of Volunteer- please not that costs are estimated and listed in US funds

  • Estimation of $7,400 US for RT Airfare to Nigeria
  • Transfers
  • In-country travel
  • Insurance, Personal Travel Costs
  • Living Allowance
  • Immunizations
  • Visa Costs
  • Other Personal Expenses.

Additional Costs--depending on each individual

  • Passport (must be valid for at least 6 months beyond date of return)
  • Communications (i.e. cell phone)
  • Tourist Trip-if so desired

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please contact us today at volunteer@crcna.org.

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Effective February 16, 2012, this opportunity is suspended due to security issues in Nigeria.