posted on January 1, 2026
Envision: Program Development Site Associate in Thailand
The new international worker(s) will be expected to build purposeful relationships that lead to evangelistic opportunities with people from the surrounding community, working with a variety of local partners in a diverse urban environment with predominantly Thai representation. The interntaitonal worker will be expected to help develop current site ministries and help plan for the future of the site and its direction. He/she will also invest heavily in hosting and developing short-term participants (teams and interns). Working in this cross-cultural environment requires a missional calling, desire to work on a team, flexibility, and an innovative mindset.
Position Type
- International worker (IW)–Envision–Vocational Track
- Single or couple
- Business, business development, community development (urban), creative arts/ethnoarts, discipleship, evangelism, leadership development
Responsibilities:
- Partner with local ministries (key ministry partners, other Alliance workers, and strategic local university personnel/business owners)
- Help develop and implement discipleship and development programs for short-term participants
- Build and maintain partnerships with U.S. churches desiring to be involved in overseas missions
- Help develop site ministries, both current and future
- Participate in and lead local development workshops with the help of our local partners
- Identify and develop local missional leaders and local business leaders
Ministry Location Information:
Bangkok is a fast-paced major city of more than 12 million people located in the central part of Thailand. This country is often referred to as “The Land of Smiles” because of the joyful culture found here. Yet, there is a desperate need for hope behind many of these “smiles,” and we seek to be a people of hope who can purposefully share Jesus with people who need hope. Thai people live highly relational lives and love to connect around food and activities. The ability to build and maintain relationships that deepen trust is essential to what we do every day; and it is the easiest way to begin to offer hope in this culture.
World Factbook — Thailand
Joshua Project — Thailand
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 60
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.
New workers are expected to attend a Thai language school for a designated time prior to beginning ministry at the site.
Health Considerations:
Bangkok is hot and humid all year. Allergies to soy, nuts, gluten, and dairy can be difficult to navigate in Thailand.
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.
Depending on the nature of family roles, the applicant’s spouse will be expected to be a member of the team with a role and help the team achieve its goals.
Children’s Education:
Bangkok has many options for the education of children.
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].