Responsibilities: 

• Develop and execute a business strategy 
• Identify and engage individuals who want to grow 
• Provide guidance and mentorship to young professionals 
• Live incarnationally, demonstrating and proclaiming Christ in and out of the office 
• Seek and develop partnerships with like-minded organizations and businesses 

Required Qualifications: 

Clergy Track 

• A recognized bachelor’s degree 
• Completion of at least 30 hours of Bible/theology/ministry and 15 hours of intercultural studies 
• Spouse must hold a recognized bachelor’s degree and have completed at least 18 hours of Bible/theology, 12 hours of missions/ministry studies (with a minimum of 6 hours in cross-cultural or missions studies) 
• Completion of Alliance Polity course 
• Completion of Alliance ordination/consecration 
• Minimum of two years successful Alliance Licensed Ministry Experience 
• A minimum Modern Language Aptitude Test (MLAT) score of 65 
• Training in business or professional development 
• The ordained spouse MUST be the husband—both can be ordained, but the husband is required to be within this context 

Vocational Track 

• 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 65 
• Degree in business or development 
• Two years of experience in business or development 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Adept at technology and social media platforms 
• Church planting and discipleship training and experience 
• Fluency in French 
• Experience in management 
• Master’s degree 

Biblical Characteristics Desired: 

• Kingdom-minded 
• Biblically grounded 
• Spirit-dependent  
• Competently skilled 
• Self-aware 
• Self-disciplined 

Timeline for Deployment: 

Summer/fall 2025. All appointees are required to attend a cross-cultural and language acquisition program and pre-field course/experience prior to deploying. 

General Information: 

This country has many business opportunities across various sectors, including tourism, manufacturing, agriculture, services, and technology. Its strategic location and well-developed infrastructure make it an attractive destination for both local and foreign businesses. Quality health care, education, and a diverse range of amenities make this an attractive African nation. However, many locals are frustrated with high unemployment rates and limited job opportunities in certain regions. This is a nation that desperately needs hope. The local church is still small and weak. Outside the capital city, there are very few believers meeting together. 

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. 

After a year of French studies in France, international workers will receive two years of intensive local language and cultural study in country. The goal will be to speak and understand the local Arabic dialect at a level that allows investment into people’s lives. 

Health Considerations: 

Private clinics offer most services that are used in America at a reasonable cost. Malaria is not an issue. Most medications found in the U.S. can be obtained at the local pharmacy. While medical services are good, those with special health considerations should contact IPO before applying. 

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: 

There are several local and international schools available for education in French or the local language, as well as a few English or bilingual options in some areas.