Country: Thailand Field Based: Mae Sot, Mae Sariang, and Mae Hong Song Partnership Preparation Specialist Thai-Myanmar Border Role Summary This intermediate-level professional is responsible for identifying, selecting, and preparing local churches for partnership with Compassion in the Thai-Myanmar border region. The role requires deep familiarity with Thai-Myanmar church networks, fluency in Karen, and the ability to travel along the border . The specialist will mobilize churches, cast vision for child and youth ministry, and coordinate partnership readiness in alignment with Compassions ministry philosophies and child protection standards. Key Responsibilities Church Engagement & Vision Casting Build relationships with church leaders along the border Cast vision for Compassions programs and mobilize churches to organize their own governance structures. Facilitate ownership and non-dependency mindset among potential partners. Partnership Preparation Coordinate assessments of geographic areas and identify churches aligned with Compassions Partnership and Growth Strategy. Lead initial interviews, assessments, and training workshops. Ensure churches understand and commit to Compassions Child Protection standards and Capacity Building principles Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with Partnership Facilitators, Program Trainers, and other church-facing team members. Support the Sponsorship Launch grant process and initial training for new partners. Strategic Communication Provide input to Public Relations and Communications teams based on local church feedback. Represent Compassion in child and youth-related forums and maintain visibility in the region. Operational Coordination Track and manage the preparation and selection process for new partnerships. Ensure proper signing of Partnership Agreements and smooth transition to Partnership Facilitators. Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree in theology, ministry, or a related field.Experience: Minimum of 3 years working with churches or in community development in the border regions.Language: Fluent in Karen; working knowledge of Burmese is highly preferred. Travel: Willing and able to travel 50% of the time Preferred Attributes Deep respect and passion for working with church leaders. Strong coordination and communication skills. Familiarity with local church dynamics and theological frameworks. Committed to Compassions cultural behaviors and child protection mandate. Releasing children from poverty in Jesus name Its a mission that drives us because the need is desperate. Ten percent of the world lives on $1.90 a day or less. Our hearts break for the millions of children who suffer from lack of resources, but we rejoice because there is hope. We at Compassion know that the transformative power of Christs love is not bound by nationality or economic status. Unified by this conviction, our increasingly diverse staff uses our talents and experience to serve more than two million children in 25 countries. Were excited for you to join our ministry!