Opportunity Title: Community Development Intern
Location: Jos, Nigeria
Number of Positions: 6 per year
CRCNA Agency: CRWRC (Christian Reformed World Relief Committee)
CRCNA Partner Group Involved: CRWRC works in partnership with CRUDAN (Christian Rural and Urban Development Association of Nigeria) to build the capacity of churches and Christian organizations in Nigeria in the various areas of community development both in urban and rural communities.
Expected Length of Service: 10 months (Can only be extended with approval from the field.)
Dates Opportunity Is Available (approximate):
July 13, 2009 to May 2010 Application closing date: January 10, 2009
Specific Responsibilities:
1. Learn about different aspects of community development by engaging in the work of CRWRC partner CRUDAN
2. Complete three month of classroom training in rural and urban community development.
3. Assist local community facilitator in current community development work.
4. Participate and contribute in CRWRC’s management meetings, staff training, community planning sessions, and staff devotionals;
5. Assist staff in devotionals, trainings, community planning sessions, etc;
6. Complete weekly or monthly reports regarding work.
Qualifications:
1. Mature Christian committed to serving and following Christ;
2. Able to nurture own faith in a sometimes isolated environment;
3. Experience serving in the church and/or community;
4. Respectful of and ability to thrive in cross cultural settings or another culture;
5. Demonstrated interest in learning about Christian community development;
6. Commitment to CRWRC development values;
7. Self-starter and able to work and guide own learning without constant on-site supervision;
8. Able and willing to work in a team setting;
9. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required (MS Access also preferred);
10. Ability to invite others into his/her ministry through prayer and financial support;
11. Ability to work effectively while dealing with the ambiguity of adjusting to another culture;
12. Able and willing to learn about a different culture and language;
13. Good oral communication and writing skills;
14. Flexible, adaptable and able to view life with a sense of humor.
Financial Requirements of Volunteer:
Estimation of $16,440 US for RT Airfare to Nigeria, Transfers, In-country travel, Insurance, Personal Travel Costs, Living Allowance, Immunizations, Visa Costs, Cell Phone, and Other Personal Expenses.
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. Gain transferable work experience in general community development practices and knowledge;
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 US or Canadian Foreign policies affect other countries;
10. Develop a "greater appreciation for diversity";
11. Engage in experiential learning.
Support and Services Provided for the Volunteer:
*Pre-departure orientation (Required)
*Cultural Orientation (Required)
*Internet Access
*Field Supervision & Mentorship
*Ongoing Field Support
*Language Training
*Debriefing
*Career Counseling
*Assistance and training materials on raising prayer & financial support
* Recognition in CRWRC’s various communication to supporters
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.
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