Positions

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IT Support Specialists

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 1/5/2012 | Department: Other Professional, Africa Mercy

IT Support Specialist use their strong customer service skills to provide first line help desk support to Mercy Ships crew, assisting with hardware and software incidents and problems via phone, email, or tickets. Candidates should have experience in using and troubleshooting Microsoft Office applications and an understanding of PC hardware setup and configuration. Available in April-June 2012.

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Hospitality Manager

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 11/16/2011 | Department: Other Professional, Africa Mercy

The hospitality manager provides managerial oversight of the Hospitality Department to ensure achievement of the departmental mission while maintaining alignment with the organizational goals of Mercy Ships. This individual ensures all steps for which Hospitality are responsible are taken for the planning, preparation, arrival, and orientation of arriving crew, visitors, and guests. A Bachelors degree in Hotel Management, Business Administration, or other related field preferred. Position available now with 2-year minimum commitment.

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Senior Accountant

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 4/1/2011 | Department: Other Professional, Africa Mercy

Senior Accountant - Under general direction of the Finance Director, the position is responsible for all accounting functions on board the Africa Mercy. The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial records, the issuance of financial reports to stakeholders and other financial duties as assigned by the Finance Director. We ask for a minimum 12-month commitment; however, a long-term (2+ years) commitment is preferred. Available April-June, 2012.

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HR Facilitator

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 8/2/2010 | Department: Other Professional, Africa Mercy

The HR Facilitator serves as the liaison between IOC Placement Facilitators and the vessel/operating location from application approval onwards to arrival on board and beyond. Excellent communication skills required, both written and verbal. 1 year minimum commitment required. Two positions available starting March, 2012

Marketing Administrator

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 1/16/2012 | Department: Other Professional, Africa Mercy

Provides support for the AFM Marketing Manager by coordinating project details within the AFM Marketing Department. Available in June 2012 with a minimum commitment of 6 months, however; a 12-month commitment is preferred.

Photographer

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 11/4/2011 | Department: Other Professional, Africa Mercy

Uses artistic knowledge & professional skills to take captivating photos to communicate the activities and mission of Mercy Ships. Asking for 6 months minimum commitment beginning in August 2012.

Public Relations Coordinator

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 1/5/2011 | Department: Other Professional, Africa Mercy

This position's main responsibility is to help manage International media teams and Vision Trips by hosting them on board the m/v Africa Mercy which includes coordinating their trip logistics and transportation. This position is available June 2012.

Elementary School Teachers

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 10/20/2010 | Department: Other Professional, Africa Mercy

The Academy Elementary Teachers instruct Pre-School thru 6th grade students in courses specifically outlined by the Principal. It is desired for these individual to possess a University degree in Education or have equivalent training. Positions available June 2013 and require a minimum commitment of 2 years.

High School Teachers

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 10/20/2010 | Department: Other Professional, Africa Mercy

The Academy High School Teachers instructs 9th-12th grade students in courses specifically outlined by the Principal. It is desired for this individual to possess a University degree in Education or have equivalent training. Positions including PE, Math, Science, and Social Studies available in June 2012. These positions require a minimum commitment of 2 years.

Receptionist

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 10/18/2010 | Department: Technical, Other Professional, Africa Mercy

Responsible for assisting crew members, passengers and guests with embarkation and disembarkation details, accurate communication of ship's daily business and routing incoming calls for crew members. This job also includes working under stress and pressure, as may be occasioned by emergency or high volume business circumstances. Responsible for assisting crew members, passengers and guests with embarkation and disembarkation details. Accurate communication of ship's daily business and routing incoming calls for crew members are amongst the job responsibilities. This job also includes working under stress and pressure, as may be occasioned by emergency or high volume business circumstances. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Competency with computer applications and aptitude for learning new applications as required. Completion of Basic Safety Training and Crowd Control in accordance with IMO STCW as amended. Full, clean driving license preferred. Will also be expected to drive as part of departmental responsibilities. Preferred minimum commitment of 6 months. Available beginning March 2012.

Sales Staff

Location: Africa Mercy | Posted: 7/20/2010 | Department: Other Professional, Africa Mercy

Our sales staff on board assist in serving in the Ship Shop, Gift Shop, Café & Snack Bar. This position requires some heavy lifting up and down stairs on a daily basis and this individual must be comfortable working with money and possess good communication skills. Available June 2012, 3 month minimum commitment required.