Responsibilities: 

• Live among local people to learn the language and culture while building meaningful and purposeful relationships 
• Establish a working farm from scratch in a developing country 
• Train local producers in best practices for agriculture, animal husbandry, and fish farming 
• Act as a consultant to already established fish farms around the country 
• Seek out opportunities for training and events to further holistic development goals 

Required Qualifications: 

• A recognized bachelor’s degree  
• Completion of the World Perspectives Mission Course (minimum of certificate level) or equivalent 
• Completion of Alliance Polity course   
• A minimum Modern Language Aptitude Test (MLAT) score of 60 
• A background in agriculture, whether by academic qualification or practical experience

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Willingness to attend a three-month south Asian cultural immersion experience in Atlanta, Georgia, prior to deployment
• Willingness to spend one to three months in training at ECHO Asia in Chiang Mai, Thailand  

Biblical Characteristics:

• Ability to articulate personal conversion and call to gospel ministry 
• Demonstrated heart for the poor and marginalized (Micah 6:8) 
• Theological Alignment with The Alliance 
• Demonstrated flexibility and grace in all aspects of life 
• Vibrant spiritual life with consistent practice of spiritual disciplines 
• Ability to learn and recover from failure 

Timeline for Deployment:

Summer/fall of 2025. Once appointed and fundraising and other qualifications are met, the appointee is required to attend a cross-cultural/language-acquisition program and pre-field orientation prior to deploying.

General Information:

This is a developing country with a high population density, which is prone to cyclones and flooding. About 90 percent of the population follows the majority religion with an extremely small Christian minority (0.3 percent). Many unreached and unengaged people groups are found within this country. The successful applicant(s) would be able to have fellowship with a CAMA couple in another area within an hour’s drive. They will also work directly with a Bangladeshi couple who have started a church and a vocational school. Infrastructure in this country is lacking with inconsistent electrical supply and an overloaded transportation system. There are few Western comforts. 

Language Expectations:

Language is an essential part of ministry. Those who do not know the language will attend a language study program. There are no language schools for expatriates, but tutors are available. The goal will be to speak, read, and write the language at a functional level in order to mentor, teach, and train others. 

Health Considerations:

The country’s medical system is not up to international standards. Medicines are easily available, but advanced medical procedures should be sought outside the country. There is, however, a mission hospital within a 15-minute drive that has American doctors and a high reputation for medical care, including emergencies. 

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:

Homeschooling is the only option for younger children. For high school students, international boarding schools are located in Thailand or Malaysia.