Title: Drilling and Technology Intern
Ministry: Global Aid Network (GAiN) Canada
Location: Langley BC, National Headquarters
Position type: Internship
Reports to: Project Manager – Drilling Specialist
Funding: Ministry Partner Development
Ministry Overview
Global Aid Network (GAiN) helps to reveal hope and restore life through relief and development initiatives for people living in crisis and injustice. Our mission is to demonstrate the love of God, in word and deed. GAiN does this through three key initiatives; providing clean water through the Water for Life Initiative (WFLI), caring for the needs of the most vulnerable in the area of Women and Children and responding to immediate and ongoing needs after a crisis through Relief and Development.
Power to Change (P2C) seeks to help people know Jesus and experience His power to change the world. We envision millions of volunteers engaged in faith adventures that transform lives through the power of the gospel.
Position Overview:
The Water for Life Initiative (WFLI) is one of three key ministry focus areas for GAiN. The WFLI combines the provision of deep-capped water wells, sanitation and hygiene programs, church engagement and a robust monitoring and evaluation program to reveal hope and restore lives to residents of communities in sub-saharan Africa.
The role of the Drilling and Technology Intern is to support our field partners in drilling operations and procurement. The Drilling and Technology Intern assists in developing field expertise on the efficient use of drilling equipment, while ensuring that drilling records are up-to-date and reviewed periodically.
Primary Outcomes
This role will be held accountable to achieve the following outcomes:
Data and analysis of the WFLI Drilling Operations is completed regularly (50%)
Monitor equipment down time and assess equipment issues through communication with field teams. Coordinate implementation of operational plans with drill teams.
Quality-check and report drilling data and well statistics.
Analyze field operations data and identify improvement opportunities.
Materials and supplies to the field arrive in a timely fashion to keep projects working smoothly (30%)
Forecast use of (and purchase) supplies and equipment required by the WFLI teams in the field, which includes spare parts, reusable supplies and equipment such as vehicles.
Identify alternate suppliers for common drilling consumables.
Manage and update the equipment database to ensure that purchased parts, major repairs, and new equipment are entered into the system in an accurate and timely manner.
Monitor inventory levels of pumps, pipes and other supplies to ensure timely purchase and delivery to the field from local and International suppliers
Research, recommend and implement new equipment, systems and tools to safely and effectively improve the drilling process of the WFLI (10%)
Develop local expertise through organizing training for drill teams.
Identify and recommend alternative drilling processes and technologies that could bring new efficiencies to the drilling operations.
Update technical manuals with guidelines for drilling procedures, well development and material selection for well base and pump installation.
Develop and roll-out safety policies that ensure the well-being of field staff
Field visits are conducted as needed, to ensure effective implementation of the program. (10%)
Education & Experience:
Background or education in Equipment Maintenance, Engineering and/or data analysis
Previous experience in working with drilling equipment or other heavy equipment is considered an asset
Experience in a Relief and Development Ministry or other related ministry/industry experience in an international development setting is preferable
Required Skills and Abilities:
To demonstrate a passionate, mature and disciplined Christian life
A passion for humanitarian aid seeking to demonstrate the love of God in Word and Deed
Effective communication skills as well as exceptional interpersonal skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Able to work with minimum supervision
Problem solver – critical thinker. Able to look at a situation from a 360° perspective
Able to work from a Google Suite platform
Teachable in cultural competency/intelligence and is able to adapt in a cross-cultural setting
Technical skills/aptitude would be considered an asset
Able to travel internationally (hold or can obtain a valid passport)
The successful applicant will be required to complete a criminal record check and vulnerable sector search
Other Requirements:
A growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a pre-existing belief and demonstration of lifestyle as outlined in the P2C Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith and abide by the biblical principles outlined in these documents.
Funding
This position requires Ministry Partner Development. The successful candidate will have the privilege to build a partnership team which provides financial and prayer support for the ministry. The financial support will cover the costs of the candidate’s salary and ministry expenses. Power to Change believes that Ministry Partner Development is biblical and God will provide everything necessary to fulfill the calling into ministry: finances, emotional strength and perseverance. Building a ministry partnership team is an integral part of being in ministry. There are many opportunities to bless and encourage the partnership team. Power to Change is committed to providing training and coaching that ensures success in Ministry Partner Development.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Power to Change; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process. Candidates who are selected will be required to complete a vulnerable sector check.
The mission of Power to Change is to further the movements of Christian evangelism and discipleship. All Power to Change staff members and volunteers work collectively to further this overall religious mission. The successful candidate for this position must have a pre-existing belief and demonstration of lifestyle as outlined in the Power to Change Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith. The successful candidate must agree to, sign and, in all good conscience abide by the biblical principles outlined by these documents. It is a pre-requisite of employment at Power to Change that any and all staff members and volunteers sign and abide by these documents throughout their course of involvement at Power to Change. For a copy of the Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith, please contact Human Resources.