posted on January 1, 2026
aXcess: Entrepreneur in Residence—Engaging Arabs Through Business in Africa
As an innovative team providing gospel access to unengaged communities, you will be responsible for engaging with the community through business. After language study, you may partner with an existing business and/or create a business of your own. Your responsibilities will include being a transformative presence by implementing strategies to empower and support the career aspirations of individuals in the community. Join us in making a positive impact and shaping the future of our community through professional development.
Position Type
- International worker (IW)–aXcess –Vocational Track
- Creative-access country (CAC)
- Single or couple
- Business, business development, community center, community development (urban), community development (rural), discipleship, evangelism
Responsibilities:
- Pray daily for our community and country
- Build relationships and share the gospel through word and deed
- Assess community assets and needs
- Develop a strategy you can employ for engaging with the community
- Creatively partner with teammates and local entities
Ministry Location 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. 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 small and weak. Outside the capital city, there are very few believers meeting together.
Characteristics of International Workers:
- Spiritual maturity
- Holistic health
- Confirmation of call
- Ministry experience
- Education and work experience
- Cross-cultural awareness
Required Qualifications:
Vocational Track
- Completion of Alliance Polity course
- Completion of the World Perspectives Mission Course (minimum of certificate level) or equivalent
- Minimum of two years of ministry experience
- Minimum of two years of relevant work experience
- A recognized bachelor’s degree
- A minimum Modern Language Aptitude Test (MLAT) score of 65
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledgable of technological trends
- Church planting and discipleship training and experience
- Experience in management
- Master’s degree
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.
As a bilingual country, international workers will receive three years of intensive language and cultural study. The goal will be to become fluent in the local languages 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 Education:
There are several local and international schools available in the local languages, as well as a few English or bilingual options in nearby areas.
Compensation Package
The successful applicant(s) will receive a full compensation package with the expectation that, once appointed, efforts will be made to raise a portion of support costs through the applicant’s network of friends, family, local church, or other resources. Information on support costs will be made available upon application. Training and/or coaching in fundraising is available.
Whole-Life Health
As part of an evangelical denomination, we are committed to biblical holism, which is modeled and reflected through our work. Due to this commitment, part of the required qualifications includes optimal emotional, spiritual, and physical health. These will be assessed during the application process.
Important Clarification
Applicant(s) should be aware that serving in the international world often requires a higher degree of grace and flexibility. For example, overseas teams can be suddenly and unexpectedly impacted by illness, government decisions, financial realities, team changes, or other factors beyond the team’s control. The challenge for applicants is that these factors can sometimes necessitate the sudden redefining of a position, which may take place before, during, or after the application/interview process has begun or is completed.
Questions?
Please email the IPO office at [email protected].