Word Made Flesh is recruiting to fill the following positions.

1.) Community Administrator
2.) Community Center Educator
3.) Social Media Manager/Fundraising Specialist
4.) Spiritual Director/Pastor

Word Made Flesh is made up of communities of people called and committed to serving Jesus among people who find themselves in some of the most vulnerable, poverty-stricken and oppressive situations in the world. Our communities are located around the globe in South America, South Asia, Eastern Europe, North America, and West and Central Africa. The work we do in our different communities is dependent on the needs in that location. Currently, we work with children who live and work on the streets. We work with children who have been forced to fight in civil wars. We work with women and children who have been trafficked into the commercial sex industry. We work with families who are beset on all sides. We work together to seek holistic restoration of the dignity of all people. In all our work we aim to infuse hope, empower others and amplify the voices of those who are often not heard.

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Community Administrator

Title: Community Administrator
Start Date: Open until filled

Vision
Word Made Flesh Sierra Leone seeks to love, serve and accompany vulnerable children and families in the Kroo Bay neighborhood of Freetown.

Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Directors in partnership with the WMF Sierra Leone Administrator, the Community Administrator will be responsible for the oversight of financial systems and administrative support.

Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Directors and in partnership with the Sierra Leonean Administrator the selected candidate will be responsible to:

• Commit to learning about WMF Sierra Leone culture and programs
• Train and assist community members in administrative policies and procedures
• Evaluate best industry practices in comparison to internal administrative systems and needed resources, with an eye toward growth
• Develop new policies and practices as needed
• Help prepare for, participate in, and implement suggested changes of an external audit
• Participate in staff meetings
• Financial Oversight
  • Monitor international donations
  • Overall financial management responsibility including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
  • Oversee project budgets and cash flow
  • Provide information to the public regarding finance and administration/operations of the organization.
  • Liase with and report to WMF USA office
  • Prepare reports for the WMFSL board of directors
• Administrative support and legal adherence
• Ensure that staff is informed about pension and retirement options
• Ensure that contingency plans are current, posted and implemented
• Ensure, with the support of the directors, that polices are followed
• Oversee staff attendance and leave, maintaining proper records
• Oversee annual staff evaluation and goal-setting process
• Oversee contract renewal process

Staff Development Plan
New Staff will spend approx. 20 hrs a week on:

• Community prayer
• Formation reading and discussion
• Language acquisition
• Intentional interaction and service among the vulnerable

Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or demonstrate prior experience in related field
• Understands and supports the vision and mission of Word Made Flesh Sierra Leone
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Open Office
• Motivated and responsible individual able to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate and creatively problem solve with a team
• Good self-awareness and self-care
• Able to multi-task and resume routine with multiple interruptions
• Commitment to building relationships with and investing in the WMF Sierra Leone staff community
• Experience in non-profit accounting systems and general knowledge of standard practices

Terms and Conditions

• Worksite Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone
• WMF International Staff commit to a 3-year contract of service
• Full-time: 35-40 hours a week
• This is a support-based position; staff commit to raising support for their salary and expenses
• Weekly Krio language tutoring will be expected in order to fulfill responsibilities

Application Procedures
Send a letter of interest and your resume to careers@wordmadeflesh.com. Applications and reference forms will be sent upon receiving this information.

2.) Community Center Educator

Title: Community Center Educator
Start Date: Open Until Filled

Vision
Word Made Flesh Sierra Leone seeks to love, serve and accompany vulnerable children and families in the Kroo Bay neighborhood of Freetown.

Position Summary
The Community Center Educator will work together with our team of educators to guide the children, youth and/or adults in holistic development in accordance with WMF Sierra Leone’s vision, mission and values.

Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Field Director, the selected candidate will be responsible to:

• Understand and support the vision and mission of Word Made Flesh Sierra Leone
• Build supportive relationships with children, parents, and teachers
• Learn and implement WMF Sierra Leone’s methodology of behavioral development, positive discipline and healthy attachment
• Create and maintain clean and safe place for development at Community Center
• Oversee small library and educational materials
• Model a healthy life for students
• Train and oversee volunteer tutors
• Collaborate with team of educators to prepare, implement and evaluate curriculum
• Create and monitor individual plans for children
• Assess learners’ academic ability and progress quarterly
• Assist children with homework
• Facilitate quarterly parent meetings
• Help cover fellow community members’ responsibilities when they are sick or on leave
• Help plan and participate in annual summer camp
• Optional: Educator may focus on adult literacy, English as a second language, or other specialized programs

Staff Development Plan
New Staff will spend approx. 20 hrs a week on:

• Community prayer
• Formation reading and discussion
• Language acquisition
• Intentional interaction and service among the vulnerable

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or demonstrate prior experience in related field
• Experience in teaching
• Knowledge of childhood development
• Understanding of education in the context of poverty
• Motivated and responsible individual able to work independently and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate and creatively problem solve with a team
• Good self-awareness and self-care
• Able to multi-task and resume routine with multiple interruptions
• Commitment to building relationships with and investing in the WMF Sierra Leone staff community

Terms and Conditions

• Worksite Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone
• WMF International Staff commit to a 3-year contract of service
• Full-time: 35-40 hours a week
• This is a support-based position; staff commit to raising support for their salary and expenses
• Weekly Krio language tutoring will be expected in order to fulfill responsibilities

Application Procedures
Send a letter of interest and your resume to careers@wordmadeflesh.com. Applications and reference forms will be sent upon receiving this information.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

3.) Social Media Manager/Fundraising Specialist

Title: Social Media Manager/Fundraising Specialist
Start Date: Open until filled

Vision
Word Made Flesh Sierra Leone seeks to love, serve and accompany vulnerable children and families in the Kroo Bay neighborhood of Freetown.

Position Summary
The Social Media Manager/Fundraising Specialist will

1. Share WMFSL stories on various social media platforms
2. Seek out and apply for grants
3. Help WMFSL community members build relationships with supporters

Position Summary and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Directors, the selected candidate will collaborate with the Advocacy Department and will be responsible to:

• Commit to learning about WMF Sierra Leone culture and programs as to best facilitate communication regarding the organization
• Create and send a e-newsletters
• Be deeply familiar with different social media platforms and specific usage details of each
• Regularly contribute to 2-3 social media networks
• Facilitate child sponsorship program
• Seek out and apply for grants
• Train and assist community members in media publication and donor relations
• Thank donors regularly

Staff Development Plan
New Staff will spend approx. 20 hrs a week on:

• Community prayer
• Formation reading and discussion
• Language acquisition
• Intentional interaction and service among the vulnerable

Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Communications or demonstrate prior experience in Social Media Management or related field
• Understands and support the vision and mission of Word Made Flesh Sierra Leone
• Proficient in Excel, Publisher, Word
• Motivated and responsible individual able to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate and creatively problem solve with a team
• Good self-awareness and self-care
• Able to multi-task and resume routine with multiple interruptions
• Commitment to building relationships with and investing in the WMF Sierra Leone staff community
• Posts regularly on various social media networks
• Knowledge and experience of photography, videography, and/or writing
• An awareness of WMF Sierra Leone’s current style and image
• A portfolio exhibiting current expertise

Terms and Conditions

• Worksite Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone
• WMF International Staff commit to a 3-year contract of service
• Full-time: 35-40 hours a week
• This is a support-based position; staff commit to raising support for their salary and expenses
• Weekly Krio language tutoring will be expected in order to fulfill responsibilities

Application Procedures
Send a letter of interest and your resume to careers@wordmadeflesh.com. Applications and reference forms will be sent upon receiving this information.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

4.) Spiritual Director/Pastor

Title: Spiritual Director/Pastor
Start Date: Open Until Filled

Vision
Word Made Flesh Sierra Leone seeks to love, serve and accompany vulnerable children and families in the Kroo Bay neighborhood of Freetown.

Position Summary
The Spiritual Director/Pastor will support the community in its spiritual development and self-care.

Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Directors, the selected candidate will collaborate with the Community Care Department and will be responsible to:

• Support staff in providing holistic care to vulnerable population
• Organize daily prayer, worship and spiritual formation
• Organize annual community retreat
• Encourage contemplative practices
• Ensure that community commitments and standards are being followed
• Provide counseling to staff or help connect staff to appropriate counselors, as needed
• Help cover fellow community members’ responsibilities when they are sick or on leave
• Provide training on aspects of community care (i.e. secondary trauma management, contemplative practices, personality tests, health assessments, conflict resolution, spiritual gifts assessments, etc.)
• Create opportunities for individual community members to share their stories
• Implement policies related to the Community Care Department (leaves of absence, sabbatical, personal spiritual retreat, soul friend, etc.)

Staff Development Plan
New Staff will spend approx. 20 hrs a week on:

• Community prayer
• Formation reading and discussion
• Language acquisition
• Intentional interaction and service among the vulnerable

Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or demonstrate prior experience in related field
• Experience in community life, pastoral care and/or spiritual direction
• Understands and supports the vision and mission of Word Made Flesh Sierra Leone
• Experience in counseling
• Understanding of health issues encountered in context of poverty
• Motivated and responsible individual able to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate and creatively problem solve with a team
• Good self-awareness and self-care
• Able to multi-task and resume routine with multiple interruptions
• Commitment to building relationships with and investing in the WMF Sierra Leone staff community

Terms and Conditions

• Worksite Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone
• WMF International Staff commit to a 3-year contract of service
• Full-time: 35-40 hours a week
• This is a support-based position; staff commit to raising support for their salary and expenses
• Weekly Krio language tutoring will be expected in order to fulfill responsibilities

Application Procedures
Send a letter of interest and your resume to careers@wordmadeflesh.com. Applications and reference forms will be sent upon receiving this information.

Application Deadline: Open until filled