Job Opportunities in Romania

Word Made Flesh staff are committed to living and serving among vulnerable communities, infusing hope and amplifying voices that often go unheard. As you learn about Word Made Flesh on our website, are introduced to us through friends, or read about us in a book, maybe something connects with you. If you see yourself in the ethos, vision, philosophy of ministry, or a position description maybe there is place for you in the Word Made Flesh staff community! We would love to hear from you.
We are always accepting resumes and letters of interest if you do not see a position below that fits your skill set or passion. If you are interested in learning more about staff needs in a specific field please send your resume and letter of interest to careers@wordmadeflesh.com specifying your location of interest.

Basic Qualifications for staff at WMF

• Participation in a WMF Servant Team, US Internship, International Internship, or Discovery Team
• Experience living cross-culturally and/or with other NGOs will be taken into consideration in lieu of prior participation with WMF
• 18 years of age or older
• Specific qualifications for each opening can be found in the position descriptions
• We also suggest time be spent (minimum of two weeks) with the WMF community where the open position is located before a final hiring decision is made

Current US and International Career Opportunities

As we briefly mentioned above, thank you for your interest! We often have openings and would love to connect with you about the possibility of walking and working with us.
If you do not see a position opening below that you are hoping to find, but believe that WMF is a place the Lord is leading you to further pursue, please still contact us. We often have openings and needs that we have yet to post. Send us your ideas and resume. We will be glad to explore possibilities and see if there is space for us to move forward together.
Please contact us at careers@wordmadeflesh.org

Start Date: Open Until Filled
Vision
Word Made Flesh Romania prays and works for a better future for vulnerable children through personal development through partnering friends.
Position Summary
The Community Pastor will support the community in its spiritual development and self-care.
Community Pastor Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Executive team, the selected candidate will collaborate with the Community Care Department and will be responsible to:

• Support staff in providing holistic care to vulnerable population
• Organize daily prayer, worship or spiritual formation
• Organize annual community retreat
• Ensure that covenantal commitments are being followed
• Provide counseling to staff or help connect staff to appropriate counselors, as needed
• Provide training on aspects of community care (i.e. secondary trauma management, contemplative practices, personality tests, health assessments, etc.)
• Tell the story of WMF Romania and create platforms where our vulnerable friends can be heard
• Implement policies related to the Community Care Department (leaves of absence, sabbatical, etc.)

Staff Development Plan
New Staff will spend approx. 20 hrs a week on:

• Community prayer
• Formation reading and discussion
• Language acquisition
• Intentional interaction and service among the vulnerable

Experience/Qualifications

• Experience in community life, pastoral care and/or spiritual direction
• Understands and supports the vision and mission of Word Made Flesh Romania
• Experience in counseling
• Understanding of health issues encountered in context of poverty
• Motivated and responsible individual able to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines
• Able to multi-task and resume routine with multiple interruptions
• Commitment to building relationships with and investing in the WMF Romania staff community

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or
• demonstrated prior experience in related field

Terms and Conditions

• Worksite Location: Galati, Romania
• WMF International Staff commit to a 3-year contract of service
• Full-time: 40 hours a week
• This is a support-based position; staff commit to raising support for their salary and expenses
• Weekly Romanian language tutoring will be expected in order to fulfill responsibilities

Application Procedures
Send a letter of interest and your resume to careers@wordmadeflesh.com. Applications and reference forms will be sent upon receiving this information.
Application Deadline: Open until filled