Mobilizer Logistician

Mobilizer LogisticianSamaritan's Purse
Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970 Samaritan’s Purse has help meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disaster, disease and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the church worldwide to promote the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Closing date: 31 May 2010
Location: Sudan (the)

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South Sudan - The Mobilizer Logistician fulfills many roles in the Church Reconstructing process. They devote the majority of their time to mobilizing the church community in the preparation of resources for construction of the church building. They simultaneously manage multiple sites. Responsible for encouraging and motivating the church body to take ownership in the rebuilding of their church through collecting sand, crushing rock, making blocks, and collecting water for the construction of the church building. While living in a remote location, which will require camping at church sites and eating local food, he makes a concerted effort to maintain open communication between Samaritans Purse and the church.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Encouraging and motivating the church body to take ownership in the rebuilding of their church
- Investing in the lives of Sudanese Christians by teaching them new skills and developing relationships with them
- Supporting the engineer in day-to-day operations at work sites
- Monitoring security information and updates
- Handling and allocating finances, supplies and resources efficiently
- Arranging food and accommodations for the work crew
- Monitoring inventory control and information

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and the training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must have a strong commitment to Christ
- Must be flexible and adaptable according to the needs of the project
- Must be culturally sensitive
- Willing to endure harsh conditions to display the love of Jesus Christ
- Must have respect for church leaders from all denominations
- Love for evangelism
- Overseas experience
- Practical leadership experience in a developing nation
- Ability to speak or quickly learn Arabic
- Live in a remote location under harsh conditions – which will require camping at church sites and eating local food
- Ability to handle a motorbike, preferred

Length of contract: 12 months
Open until filled
Target date to the field: May 2010
**Security concerns for this location dictate that applicants with minor children not be considered for employment in this position
How to apply
Complete Samaritan’s Purse online application directly via Samaritan’ Purse website http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/Employment_Listings/International_Positions