Goroka, Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea
Long-term field serviceAt a Glance
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Ideal Profile
Commitment
Preparation
Financial supportThe Opportunity
Keep the practical foundations of ministry strong.
We are looking for a hands-on problem solver to oversee the physical needs of the mission station.
In a location where spare parts are scarce and contractors are rare, you will be the primary steward of our buildings and vehicles. This role is vital to keeping the rest of the ministry running smoothly.
A dependable station near Goroka provides the practical base for equipping local churches and supporting church-planting teams serving remote communities. Maintaining its buildings and vehicles helps sustain that wider work.
What You’ll Do
- Facility Management: Oversee maintenance and repairs for all existing mission buildings (plumbing, electrical, structural).
- Construction Oversight: Manage new building projects, including material procurement and supervising local labor crews.
- Vehicle Fleet: Oversee the maintenance schedule and repair of mission vehicles (Land Cruisers, trucks, etc.).
- Creative Repair: Diagnose and fix problems without access to standard hardware stores (“MacGyver” skills required).
Who We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in general construction, maintenance, or mechanics.
- Ability to troubleshoot creative solutions when “proper” parts aren’t available.
- Experience managing or working alongside a crew.
Core Competencies
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Adaptable
You thrive in “The Land of the Unexpected.” When supply chains fail, you find another way.
Community Focused
You are willing to live in close proximity to fellow missionaries and nationals.
Disciple-Maker
You prioritize making disciples; every project is an opportunity to evangelize and disciple the national crew members you work alongside, moving beyond simple repairs to invest in people.
Resilient
You maintain a strong work ethic even in difficult, hot, and dirty situations.
Team Player
You are willing to step outside your official role to help the team.
Lifelong Learner
You approach the culture as a student, not just a teacher.
Life in Goroka
Make room for everyday ministry.
Life near Goroka combines local church and community relationships with the wider mission station’s ministry.
Station housing is available subject to space, without a separate housing charge.
Families arrange schooling with field-team guidance.
The practical picture
Practical expectations
Start dates are arranged individually after preparation, funding, and field approval.
Full approved monthly support and one-time costs raised before departure.
Missionaries obtain healthcare coverage; costs are included in the approved support budget.
To Every Tribe and the field team guide visas, work permits, and residency preparation. Missionaries provide the required documents and raise the associated costs.
Required transportation costs are included in the approved support budget.
Preparation & support
You won’t take the next step alone.
Develop an appropriate training and practical preparation plan. This may include the cohort, an internship, an apprenticeship, or the one-year training.
Career missionary service may be pursued directly; a separate internship or apprenticeship is not a universal prerequisite. Field apprenticeship is a recommended supported first term for new missionaries: learn the language and culture, contribute to ministry, and serve under experienced missionaries with supervision, mentorship, and ongoing training.
Everyone has protected language-learning time tailored to the role.
Regular field-leader check-ins, with mentoring tailored to experience and needs.
Salary
The person serving in this position raises funds for their salary, ministry expenses and benefits. When you accept the position we will provide you with a fundraising coach who will guide you through the entire process.