posted on January 1, 2026
CAMA: Empower Hard-Pressed Rohingya Refugees in Southeast Asia
The Rohingya, a people group who have become the survivors of genocide, have been fleeing to countries across Southeast Asia. After spending weeks at sea at the mercy of human traffickers, many are landing in a specific island country and making their way to a local city. Here, God is putting together a coalition of groups to respond to their many needs. You can join this new work to serve these displaced families. You will serve alongside CAMA, the local Alliance church’s social foundation, local Alliance churches, and the Rohingya community itself to increase the capacity of each as they respond through relief and long-term community development to address this ongoing crisis.
Position Type
- CAMA worker
- Creative-access country (CAC)
- Single or couple
- Community wellness and advocacy, disaster relief, impoverished communities, refugees and IDPS
Responsibilities:
- Build a strong network of relationships within the Rohingya community and with those working alongside them (government offices, United Nations, etc.)
- Partner with the local Alliance church and the the local Alliance church’s social foundation
- Work with partners to meet immediate relief needs within the refugee camp
- Facilitate community development work with the Rohingya
- Learn both the Rohingya and local language
Ministry Location Information:
The local people of this island nation are famous for their gentle, warm hospitality while the Rohingya are known for their resilience and tenacity. The successful applicant will live in a medium-sized urban center with many amenities. They will serve alongside local colleagues and be part of a larger network of expatriate and national workers.
Characteristics of International Workers:
- Spiritual maturity
- Holistic health
- Confirmation of call
- Ministry experience
- Education & work experience
- Cross-cultural awareness
- Demonstrated heart for the poor and marginalized (Micah 6:8)
Required Qualifications:
- Completion of Alliance Polity course
- Completion of the World Perspectives Mission Course (minimum of certificate level) or equivalent
- Minimum of two years of relevant work experience
- A recognized bachelor’s degree
- A minimum Modern Language Aptitude Test (MLAT) score of 50
- Experience in community development work
- Self-motivated
- Flexible and adaptable
Preferred Qualifications:
- A degree in a development-related field (education, public health, agriculture, economic development, etc.)
- Experience with project management
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.
The first year of service will be spent in full-time language study in a different city. Once in the local city, you will use a student-directed language acquisition method to study the Rohingya language. Depending on the situation on the ground, you may be given an additional year to master the Rohingya language.
Health Considerations:
Quality health-care facilities, well-trained doctors, labs, and most medications are readily available. Serious health issues are typically handled in the capital city, Malaysia, or Singapore.
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.
Due to the conservative Muslim faith of the refugee population, most interactions do not cross gender lines. As a result, for a couple, both the husband and wife will have unique opportunities not open to the other to work with those of the same gender.
Children’s Educational Plan and Options:
Homeschooling, local schools, and secondary boarding schools both inside and outside of the country are available. A regional educational consultant will be available to work with the successful applicant as needed.
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
CAMA Services is the relief and development specialized structure of Alliance Missions. 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 Lisa Ramsey at [email protected].