East Africa: Bring All of Jesus to an Overlooked Nation

As a new initiative for Alliance Missions, you will be a forerunner in bringing all of Jesus to an overlooked nation. Identified as one of the poorest countries in the world, families struggle to make ends meet and are desperate for hope. An opportunity exists to work with like-minded partners in addressing this nation’s physical and spiritual needs.  

Position Type:

• CAMA worker 
• Agriculture/food security, business development, education, health care, community wellness/advocacy 
• Urban/rural poor 
• Partially funded 
• Creative-access country (CAC) 
• Single or couple 

Responsibilities:

• Participate in a three-month French intensive and one year of local language studies 
• Establish relationships/partnerships within the network of like-minded organizations 
• Build local community/relationships and identify felt needs that can be addressed together 
• Develop a meaningful and legitimate long-term presence through opportunities presented in healthcare, creation care (conservation), eco-tourism, agriculture, and education 
• Actively participate in discipleship and the growth of the local body 

Required Qualifications:

• A recognized bachelor’s degree 
• Completion of Alliance Polity course 
• Completion of the World Perspectives Mission Course (minimum of certificate level) or equivalent 
• A minimum Modern Language Aptitude Test (MLAT) score of 60 
• Expertise within an identified CAMA field of practice (AG/food security, business development, community awareness/advocacy, education, or health) 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a CAC context cross-culturally 
• A recognized comfort level in working independently, but an openness to working collaboratively 

Biblical Characteristics Desired:

• Ability to articulate personal conversion and call to gospel ministry 
• Demonstrated heart for the poor and marginalized (Micah 6:8) 
• Theological Alignment with The Alliance 
• Demonstrated flexibility and grace in all aspects of life 
• Vibrant spiritual life with consistent practice of spiritual disciplines 
• Ability to learn and recover from failure 

Timeline for Deployment:

Summer/fall 2026. Once appointed and fundraising and other qualifications are met, the appointee is required to attend a cross-cultural and language-acquisition program and pre-field orientation prior to deploying.

General Information:

Please contact IPO for more information. 

Language Expectations:

Language is an essential part of ministry. Those who do not know the language will attend a language study program. The goal will be to speak, read, and write the language at a functional level in order to mentor, teach, and train others. 

Applicants will receive a three-month intensive in French, followed by a year of local language learning. 

Health Considerations:

There are limited medical clinics and hospitals, but this country suffers from a shortage of medical personnel, modern facilities, and supplies. Addressing any significant health problem requires medical attention out of country. 

Expectations for Spouse:

Spousal roles vary based on the spouse’s gifts, training, and abilities as well as the needs of the team. It is expected that both spouses will be meaningfully involved in meeting ministry objectives depending on the nature of family roles, children, etc. 

Children’s Educational Plan and Options:

English speaking schooling options are limited. There is one private French school that is adequate up through elementary.  

Compensation Package

The successful applicant(s) will receive a full compensation package with the expectation that, once appointed, efforts will be made to raise a portion of support costs through the applicant’s network of friends, family, local church, or other resources. Information on support costs will be made available upon application. Training and/or coaching in fundraising is available. 

Whole-Life Health

CAMA Services is the relief and development specialized structure of Alliance Missions. As part of an evangelical denomination, we are committed to biblical holism, which is modeled and reflected through our work. Due to this commitment, part of the required qualifications includes optimal emotional, spiritual, and physical health. These will be assessed during the application process. 

Important Clarification

Applicant(s) should be aware that serving in the international world often requires a higher degree of grace and flexibility. For example, overseas teams can be suddenly and unexpectedly impacted by illness, government decisions, financial realities, team changes, or other factors beyond the team’s control. The challenge for applicants is that these factors can sometimes necessitate the sudden redefining of a position, which may take place before, during, or after the application/interview process has begun or is completed.