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 helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His Son, Jesus Christ.

About Job

We are seeking an Area Coordinator in Shire, Ethiopia. Your critical thinking skills, management experience, and your ability to cultivate strong relationships will help you succeed in this position. Join us to use your experience and passion to make an impact with an eternal purpose!

A Day In The Life Of An Area Coordinator

At Samaritan’s Purse, the Gospel really is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and spend time praying for each other, our staff and volunteers who serve around the globe.In the role of

Area Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to:

• Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him
• Provide overall leadership for all Samaritan’s Purse personnel in the area office and bases.
• Work with Country Director (CD), coordinate all programs and support-related personnel in the assigned geographic area.
• In coordination with the Senior Operations Manager (SOM), provide broad oversight for all operational aspects in support of ongoing projects.
• Represent Samaritan’s Purse in community relations and cultivate productive relationships through networking with government, local churches, UN, and other NGOs.
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree (M.A.) in Disaster Relief, International Development, Social Studies, or other relevant discipline and at least two (2) years of international emergency response experience; or a Bachelor’s Degree (B.A) from 4-year college or university in Development, Social Studies, or other relevant discipline and at least six (6) years of related international work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Spiritual maturity; ability to lead direct reports in their growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• Ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office.
• General knowledge of Food, Nutrition, WASH, Health, Shelter, and Non-Food Items program implementation.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills
• 12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, opportunity to meet and complete requirement is available upon hire.

Requirement

Language Requirement: Fluency in English (required)

Accompaniment: Unaccompanied

Travel Expectations: Required travel documents and vaccinations for entry into foreign countries will be necessary

Benefits

• International medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance
• Paid Family Medical Leave
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• 12 vacation/personal days
• 10 sick days
• When at IHQ, on-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)