Event
Host
Help Open Doors tell the story of the Persecuted Church
As an event host, your role would be to help tell the story of the persecuted church at any of our tour stops, trade shows/booth and kiosks during church visits. You would be tasked to share information about countries on our world watch list, sign up people for opportunities to volunteer with Open Doors Canada, field questions and more.
Vision
One of the seven core values of Open Doors Canada is that we are “We are part of the Body of Christ, a ‘people to people people’.” Our founder, Brother Andrew once stated “ we are more valued by our physical presence than the ten best sermons we could bring. Simply being there’ alongside our fellow persecuted brothers and sisters is the single most important thing we can do.” One of the ways we can do this is through attending and serving at events to help attendees develop a deeper understanding of our work for the persecuted church.
How we operate
We strive to create connections and enable networking. This takes place standing at a table as people interact with us and our Open Doors resources before or after a tour presentation, spokesperson or conference.
We offer the opportunity to invite people to volunteer and serve. As people connect with our materials and catch the heart of our work, this can lead them to sign up to pray for the persecuted church or potentially become a volunteer themselves in a variety of ways.
Responsibilities and Expectations
Because of the essential Christian context in which the role will be performed, it is a requirement for the applicant/volunteer to be a practising Christian. As part of our team of volunteers, all Events Volunteers will be expected to:
- Serve at one event per calendar year (minimum)
- Learn the campaign material and relevant information in preparation for events
- Speak ‘on message’ about relevant Open Doors Canada campaigns
- Inspire individuals to make an impact through signing up, praying, giving or volunteering
- Represent the ministry of Open Doors Canada well, through excellent behaviour and attitude
- Attend one training day per year, in advance of the event(s) they have signed up for
- Sign up for Open Doors Canada monthly mailings
- Commit to praying for the persecuted church
- Give feedback after events when prompted, in a timely manner.
An events volunteer will be responsible for:
- Manning an exhibition stand at events
- Communicating with event delegates about the ministry of Open Doors Canada as needed
- Encouraging people to engage with the campaign, sign up to committed support
- Providing practical support as needed (e.g. setting up exhibition stands, helping with sound and visuals, collecting names for prayer)
Person Specification
- Passionate for God and the persecuted church
- Willing to commit to the 7 values of Open Doors Canada and be a trusted ambassador for persecuted Christians
- Able to take direction and work as part of a team of Open Doors staff and other volunteers
- Self-motivated to do the required learning
- Enthusiastic and willing to serve, with a positive outlook
- Reliable and good at timekeeping
- Friendly and approachable manner
- Available to step in a share on a platform or lead in prayer if called upon
Competencies
- Able to communicate in a clear, concise way and proactive in engaging individuals at an exhibition stand
- Physically fit and healthy to cope with the demands of events (e.g. moving equipment, setting up booths, being present at a table event for long hours)
- Familiarity with emails, WhatsApp
- Can take pictures of events for website and social media posts
Accountability and Resources
Events Volunteers are ultimately accountable to the Events Officer. During events they will be accountable to the Open Doors staff members leading the volunteer team. The Events Officer will be the primary point of contact for Events Volunteers. In the lead-up to an event, volunteers will be put in contact with their staff team leaders, either by email, text or WhatsApp. Open Doors will provide support and encouragement through:
- An annual training day to brief and equip all Events Volunteers
- Accommodation and food whilst at events, where necessary
- Travel expenses to/from events
- All relevant campaign and supporting material
Interested?
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