MISSION APPLICATION FORM 2017

To apply for this volunteer placement, please complete and email the following paperwork to Mission Travel:

  1. ACTS Mission Application Form (pages 1-3 of this document)
  2. Scan or photo of printed & signed Volunteer Code of Conduct (page 4 of this document)
  3. Mission Travel Booking Form (download here:
  4. Copy of your résumé
  5. Copy of the photo page of your passport (if you don’t yet have your passport, you can still register to secure your place and provide these details as they become available)
  6. Copy of valid Working with Children Check

Email these documents to Mission Travel:

If you are successfully accepted to the volunteer placement, you will be required to pay a $500 deposit to secure your place on the team. Payments are accepted by credit card or direct deposit.

WHICH MISSION/PROJECT ARE YOU APPLYING FOR (ZIMBABWE OR KENYA)?
Project:
Dates:
How did you hear about this trip?
PERSONAL DETAILS
First Name:
Surname:
Date of birth:
Male/Female:
Mailing Address:
Home phone:
Mobile:
Email:
Marital status:
EMERGENCY CONTACT PERSON
Name:
Relationship:
Mobile:
EDUCATION
Highest year of education completed:
List any post-high school institutions attended, as well as the dates and degrees attained:
CAREER HISTORY
Present Occupation:
Company/Organisation:
Date Hired:
Contact & Phone:
Can you briefly describe your career history and tell us how this relates to your ministry?
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE
Do you have experience in cross-cultural ministry (Y/N)?
List the countries you have been to, including the dates, the organization(s) you travelled with, the types of ministry you were involved in, and any leadership positions you held.
Please list any other formal ministry experience you have had and leadership positions you have held. For each, list the organisation/church, responsibilities, and dates.
How and when did you become a Christian? Describe how your faith influences your life.
What would others say is your strongest quality and why?
What would others say is your weakest quality and why?
Explain how and why you feel God is calling you to be part of this ACTS Volunteers mission. Include how you believe ACTS Volunteers can help you reach your goals and how you can help fulfil the mission of the ministries we support. Also include what area of ministry you would specifically like to get involved in and how you see yourself fitting in.
NUMBER THESE ACTIVITIES IN ORDER OF YOUR PERSONAL PREFERENCE
1 = Most enjoy / 15 = Least enjoy
Painting
Repairs and maintenance
Building jungle gyms, shelves, cupboards etc.
Teaching in any area
Bible teachings/ studies
Homework assistance
Playing games/ activities with children
Youth outreaches
Gardening/ planting seeds
Treating minor wounds
Counselling and encouragement
Running youth camps
Distribution of food and other supplies
Life skills training/ leadership training
Coaching sport(s)
CHURCH INFORMATION
Home church name:
Address:
Phone:
Senior pastor:
How long have you attended?
List any leadership or volunteer positions you hold:
HEALTH INFORMATION
Do you have any physical handicaps, disabilities, or diseases that might affect your ability to fully function in remote areas or harsh conditions (Y/N)? / If yes, add further details here
Are you on any prescription medication (Y/N)? / If yes, add further details here
Do you have any chronic illnesses or allergies (Y/N)? / If yes, add further details here
Do you have any other medical problems that we should be aware of (Y/N)? / If yes, add further details here
Do you use alcohol or drugs (Y/N)? / If yes, add further details here
PERSONAL REFERENCES
Please list two people we can contact as references. They can include your pastor, a friend, employer, or another person in leadership over you. Please submit a copy of your résumé with your application.
Person 1
Name:
Relationship to you:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Person 2
Name:
Relationship to you:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
APPLICATION COMMITMENT FORM

I hereby commit myself to serving with ACTS (should my application be accepted) in whichever area I am designated by Management. I understand that I am a volunteer and that I will not be receiving any financial reimbursement for the work that I do. I commit myself to abide by the policies and procedures of ACTS, to support the aims and objectives of the ministries they support, and to behave in accordance with the Volunteer code of conduct.

Name:
Date:
VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT

Please print and sign this page, and include a scanned copy or photo in your email application

The Volunteer Code of Conduct sets the standards of individual behaviour required of all peopleparticipating on a short term mission booked with Mission Travel.The code is designed to ensure that all volunteers are aware of their obligations and responsibilities whilst volunteering.

  • I will seek, develop and display understanding and sensitivity of local customs, including those relating to personal behaviour, dress and cultural property.
  • I will abide by the volunteer policies of my host organisation overseas, and accept that my first line of responsibility is to my host organisation.
  • I accept that all arrangements are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Should any issue arise that may affect my personal wellbeing or the outcome of my assignment, I agree to bring this to the immediate attention of my host organisation and/or tour leader.
  • I will refrain from any conduct that may bring into disrepute Mission Travel, the host organisation and tour operators.
  • I will refrain from engaging in any fraudulent or dishonest activity or behaviour.
  • I will refrain from possessing or using any drug that is illegal either in Australia or the host country in relation to alcohol and drugs of any description.
  • I will refrain from the excessive use of alcohol and will consume alcohol responsibly and in line with the National guidelines of alcohol consumption at
  • I will avoid any form of behaviour that may be considered discriminatory, including on the basis of nationality, ethnicity, gender, political affiliation, culture, religious belief or activity, age, race, sexual orientation, and mental or physical disability or impairment.
  • I agree to disclose all known pre-existing health conditions, including mental health conditions, as part of the application process.
  • I will accept responsibility for maintaining my health and wellbeing.
  • I understand that should Mission Travel, the host organisation or tour operator believe that I am a risk to myself or others, they can take whatever steps necessary to ensure my safety and the safety of those around me.
  • I will follow any reasonable instruction by Mission Travel (or its agent) relating to security, and I understand this may include sharing my personal details with fellow volunteers, host organisation, or program agencies.
  • I will exercise all reasonable caution when undertaking any activities that may result on harm or injury to me or others, such as wearing a motorcycle helmet, bicycle helmet, life vest, or relevant safety gear.
  • I understand that failure to comply with safety and security instructions may result in termination from the program.

Breaches of this code of conduct may require the termination of a volunteer assignment and the volunteer to be repatriated back to Australia at their own expense.

Declaration

By signing this declaration I confirm and accept the terms and conditions of this code of conduct and the accompanying documentation relating to the placement.

Name:
Date:

Signature: ______

Please print and sign this page, and include a scanned copy or photo in your email application

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