Description:
Come be part of Resonate Global Mission's work in the Middle East! The Cohort is a year-long opportunity for an integrated group of young adults from North America and the Middle East to volunteer in various ministries alongside Resonate Global Mission workers. In this one-year commitment, you will work with an NGO or in a community service position. Exact placement will depend on your skills, knowledge, background, and interests. You will have an opportunity for language learning and building cultural awareness, as well as building bridges in the community.
Qualifications:
- A candidate in this area would need work or volunteer experience in political science, international policy, social justice issues, social work, conflict management, or peace initiatives.
- You would also benefit from a strong working knowledge of Arabic.
- Have prayed about this opportunity.
- Have a strong and growing relationship with God.
- Have an openness to God's direction and leading.
- Have a relatively strong self awareness.
- Pre-field reading and orientation required. Orientation is held in Resonate's Grand Rapids, Michigan, or Burlington, Ontario, office.
Cost Notes:
- Food: $3600/year (plus $1200 for hospitality)
- Accommodations: $3600/year (plus $1000 for lodging outside of country)
- On-field travel: $1095 for daily use / year (plus $1230 for travel to other Middle East countries)
- Ministry expenses: $480/year (plus $140 for mentor discussions)
- Administration supplies: $300/year
- Communication: $300/ year (plus your own phone and computer)
- Visa extensions: $320/year
- Missionary retreat: $800/year
- Cohort common fund: $2000
- Insurance: $600/year
- Language classes (if applicable): $2850/year
- Living allowance $540/year
- Airfare will vary depending upon departure city—two one-way tickets are needed.