Effective February 16, 2012, this opportunity is suspended due to security issues in Nigeria.
Opportunity Title: Information Technology and Website Volunteer
Location: Jos, Nigeria
CRCNA Agency: CRWRC (Christian Reformed World Relief Committee)
CRCNA Partner Group Involved: The Beautiful Gate Handicapped People Centre is an organization established with a view to glorify God through provision of physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual support to those who are in some way handicapped in order for them to overcome some of their limitations, live more productive lives, and contribute toward nation building and Kingdom development.
Number of Positions: Multiple
Expected Length of Service: Minimum 8 Weeks
Dates Opportunity Is Available: Flexible
Specific Responsibilities:
1. Information Technology – develop a database of:
- membership data
- equipment distributed
- area of distribution
2. Assist in the website design in regards to compiling information related to the achievement of community
program objectives.
3. Ministry Involvement (details will be provided in full position description).
Qualifications:
- Mature Christian committed to serving and following Christ;
- Strong organizational skills
- An understanding of basic healthcare/general anatomy
- Respectful of and ability to thrive in cross cultural settings or another culture;
- Demonstrated interest in learning about Christian community development;
- Commitment to CRWRC development values;
- Self-starter and able to work and guide own learning without constant on-site supervision;
- Able and willing to work in a team setting;
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required (MS Access also preferred);
- Ability to invite others into his/her ministry through prayer and financial support;
- Ability to work effectively while dealing with the ambiguity of adjusting to another culture;
- Able to nurture own faith in a sometimes isolated environment;
- Good oral communication and writing skills;
- Flexible, adaptable and able to view life with a sense of humor.
Benefits:
- Active exploration of Nigerian culture;
- Learn a foreign language;
- Increase international and cross-cultural experiences;
- Contribute with CRWRC to impact Millennium Development Goal #1, to combat poverty;
- Explore complexities of poverty in Nigeria;
- Increase your problem solving and critical thinking skills;
- Learn how to work in a team based environment;
- Learn or increase skills of living in a developing country;
- Gain a better understanding of how US or Canadian Foreign policies affect other countries;
- Develop a "greater appreciation for diversity".
Support Services Provided:
- Pre-departure orientation (Required)
- Cultural Orientation (Required)
- Internet Access
- Field Supervision & Mentorship
- Ongoing Field Support
- Language Training
- Debriefing
- Career Counselling (if needed)
- Assistance and training materials on raising prayer & financial support
- Recognition in CRWRC’s various communication to supporters
Financial Requirements of Volunteer please note 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-dpepending on each individual
- Passport (must be valid for at least 6 months beyond date of return)
- Communication (ie: cell phone, internet)
- 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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