Position Title: Grant writer  

Location:  Bangladesh   

Number of Positions: 1

CRWRC Partner Group Involved: CRWRC Bangladesh and Partners

Time Commitment:  A commitment of 3 - 6 months in Bangladesh, and 4 weeks of reading, orientation, and fundraising before departure. 

Dates Opportunity Is Available:  Opportunity dates are dependant upon staff, partner and volunteer availability. Applications are due no less than 6 months in advance of placement. Application periods close January, April, July, and October.

Purpose: Work alongside CRWRC staff and Partner staff to write grants and edit reports, etc as needed.

Specific Responsibilities:  

1. Study the ministry in Bangladesh: CRWRC and Partners.
2. Develop and implement process for gathering information needed to write the grants.
3. Collaborate with CRWRC and its partners to write the grants.
4. Edit Partner reports as needed.  This could be done by email.
5. Prepare monthly reports for CRWRC staff and partner mentors on progress of opportunity.
6. Build relationships with the partner, and community by staying open and flexible to the culture around you.
7. Write bi-monthly reports to individual supporters and churches.
8. Complete recommended reading, and orientation before departure to the country;
9. Provide CRWRC and the community with an evaluation at the end of the project.

Qualifications:

1. Mature Christian committed to serving Jesus Christ
2. Experience in Grant Writing.
3. Language knowledge a plus.
4. Some knowledge of integrated-wholistic Community Development work in related areas i.e. Health,   Nutrition, HIV/AIDS, Water, IGA etc.
5. Willingness to learn more about CRWRC Bangladesh and their partners.
6. Good oral and written communication skills.
7. Compassionate, respectful of other cultures and emotionally stable.
8. Proactive and able to work with minimal supervision in ambiguous situations.
9. Reporting, planning and organizational skills.
10.   Basic competence in Microsoft Word and Excel.
11.   Flexible, adaptable, and able to view life with a sense of humor.
12.   At least 6 months of cross-cultural experience.
13.   Ability to pass a background check.
14.   Raise prayer and financial support by inviting individuals, businesses and/or churches to give to your opportunity.

Budget:  Please note budget is based on US dollars (this is a 4 month budget)

• Food (at $6 per day) - $720
• Lodging (at $8 per day) - $960
• Language training - $500
• In country transportation - $350
• Communication - $200
• Travel Visa – $200
• Administration fee – to be confirmed

TOTAL estimated funds needed - $2930 plus Travel Costs

Travel Costs – depending on each individual

• Travel Costs to Shillong, India
• Passport
• Vaccinations and required prescription medication
• Medical and travel insurance
• Airport Fees
• Tourist trip – if so desired

Benefits:

1. Growth in your faith and relationship with God;
2. A chance to foster new attitudes, perceptions and relationships;
3. Serve as an encouragement to Christians in Bangladesh;
4. A chance to learn about a different culture; 
5. Impact and be impacted by the lives of many local people;
6. Apply your current gift and talents, and discover some new ones;
7. Develop a  personal perspective on poverty, missions and development work;
8. Increase your understanding in the tools of community development;
9. Explore a possible career in missions and development;
10.   Opportunity to live with local people and build close relationships.
11.   Learn about the history and culture of Bangladesh;
12.   Expenses for volunteer opportunity are tax-deductible.

Support Services Provided: CRWRC and the ServiceLink offices agree to provide the following:

• Ongoing logistical and orientation support to meet the needs of the volunteer, local community, and CRWRC’s Bangladesh staff.
• Reading and orientation materials, consultation and/or visits by missionary staff
• Mentorship and supervision on the field will take place with CRWRC staff.
• An opportunity to help volunteers link their individual/church’s mission and vision to work being done;
• Recognition in CRWRC’s various communication to supporters and awards for the volunteers.

If you are interested in participating in this opportunity, please contact ServiceLink today. 
In Canada, contact volunteer@crcna.ca;  in the USA, contact servicelearning@crcna.org.

Photo by Michael Sarnacki, 2005

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