Here are all the ministries and opportunities on the site in Nigeria.
Remote – online mentoring
Up to 2 years
Through online interactions, the mentor will provide regular check-ins, and tailored support for the mentee that is mutually agreeable.
Deputy Director
2 years plus
To work within the leadership framework in line with the role and responsibilities outlined in the Deputy Director JD and to provide responsibility as a…
Lecturer in Old Testament Studies
2 years plus
Teaching Old Testament studies to seminary students as well as MA and PhD students
Athletic Director
Discipleship & Church Development
2 years plus
To teach and engage Elementary, Middle and High School students
Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Discipleship & Church Development
2 years plus
Teaching systematic theology to seminary students as well as MA and PhD students
Athletics Director
2 years plus
Teaching and engaging Elementary, Middle and High School students in Athletics
Entrepreneur lecturer in vocational studies
2 years plus
Business entrepreneur with vocational business skills to teach students how to use their skills for business
Youth Pastor
Discipleship & Church Development
2 years plus
As Youth Pastor, you will provide spiritual direction and organisation of the weekly chapel services and bible studies, potentially teach bible classes and assist in…
Youth Pastor
2 years plus
Mentoring, discipling students and leading worship at chapel services and Sunday morning services at Hillcrest school. Some teaching if appropriate
Youth Pastor
2 years plus
As Youth Pastor, you will provide spiritual direction and organisation of the weekly chapel services and bible studies, potentially teach bible classes and assist in…
Athletics Director/PE coach
Discipleship & Church Development
2 years plus
to oversee all aspects of athletic programmes in the school as well as teaching students throughout the school
Teaching & Classroom Assistant
Up to 2 years
Supporting the teaching and learning within our one-room school room. Supporting students one-on-one and in small groups. Advising, directing and resourcing students using the online…
Literacy Developer
2 years plus
Provide literacy consultancy, development and training in partnership with local organisations and City Ministries Staff.
Social Worker
2 years plus
Work with our local church partner organisations to train and support staff and volunteers in good practice and contribute to organisational development in caring well…
HIV Prevention and Care Worker
2 years plus
in partnership with local care providers, provide support and care for those living with HIV and promote educational awareness within the local context
Life Skills Teacher
2 years plus
In partnership with local organisations, provide life skills classes and train others in delivering life skills to vulnerable children and youth
Discipleship Partner
2 years plus
in partnership with local church partners and volunteers, organise activities to disciple children and young people within local care facilities.
Vocational Teacher Trainer
2 years plus
In order to supplement their income or school fees, many theological students require additional skills. Training in handcrafts, hairdressing, animal husbandry, baking etc can equip…
Director
2 years plus
To work within the leadership framework of an SIM International entity Director and to encourage and direct the SIM Nigeria team in line with the…
Internship
Up to 6 months
There are many varying length opportunities to serve amongst a variety of youth groups and communities within Nigeria, focusing on discipleship, life skills, sports, business,…
Lecturer in Psychology and Counselling
2 years plus
Teaching Psychology and counselling to seminary, MA and PhD students
Lecturer in Christian Education
2 years plus
Teaching Christian Education to seminary students as well as MA and PhD students
Church Team
Discipleship & Church Development
Up to a month
Spiritual Life Conference children program (January)
Church Team
Discipleship & Church Development
Up to a month
A visiting team could run camps for kids, organize special events for marginalised groups, participate in prayer walks and visitation of communities where ministry partners…
Church Team
Up to a month
Dental Outreach Team to provide focused services on a visiting basis. May be hospital or clinic based, or be part of a rural outreach.
Church Team
Up to a month
We are open to receiving short-term teams to help deepen the impact of church-centered sports ministry. Teams may work alongside the SF ministry in a…
Church Team
Up to a month
A visiting team could run camps for our kids, organize special events or trainings for teachers or kids, assist in classrooms, maintenance people, music people…
New Testament Lecturer
2 years plus
Teaching New Testament studies to seminary students, MA students and PhD students
Lecturer in Christian Education
Discipleship & Church Development
2 years plus
Lecturer in Christian Education to seminary students, MA students and PhD students
Lecturer in Youth Ministry
2 years plus
Teaching Youth ministry to seminary students , MA and PhD level
Lecturer in Leadership and Administration
2 years plus
Lecturing in leadership and administration to seminary students, MA and PhD students
Lecturer in Biblical Counselling and Psychology
2 years plus
Lecturing students in Biblical counselling and Psychology at seminary, MA and PhD levels
Lecturer in Historical Theology
2 years plus
Teaching Historical Theology to seminary students, MA and PhD students
Internship
Up to 6 months
SIM Nigeria welcomes medical and nursing students to complete internships in Nigeria.
Lecturer in Peace and Conflict Resolution
2 years plus
Teaching Peace and Conflict Resolution to seminary students, MA and PhD students
Internship
Up to 6 months
Sports Friends is offering internships for those who want to develop skills, passion, and understanding in cross-cultural global mission. The Internship is an opportunity to…
Regional Communications Coordinator
2 years plus
We are looking to place a Regional Communications Coordinator in West Africa. Candidates should be creative storytellers with a passion for communicating the stories of…
Regional Short-Term Teams & Interns Coordinator
2 years plus
Work with SIM and SF Mobilizers to facilitate placement of short-term teams and interns while also coordinating and establishing all necessary logistics (training, lodging, language…
Supporting others who are working with at-risk children
2 years plus
Supporting children who are at high risk to ensure that they are able to move through the trauma they are experiencing
Obstetrician, Physical therapist
2 years plus
OB/Gyn or family physician who can learn VVF procedures to minister to those with fistulas.
Teacher trainer
2 years plus
Training teachers for urban and rural schools in order to raise the standard of education and so provide a community service.
Medical and nursing elective
Compassion & Refugee Ministries
Up to 6 months
Spend your elective rotations in a Nigerian hospital to explore where God may be calling you.
Bible and holiday club leader
Up to 2 years
To run weekly Bible clubs during term time and holiday/vacation Bible clubs during summer
Itinerant Health Care Workers
2 years plus
Use professional health care skills to visit a number of facilities, supervising, training, mentoring, and discipling staff.
TEFSL teacher
Discipleship & Church Development
Up to 2 years
With the help of a local believer, teaching believing and unbelieving young people English in small classes using stories from the Bible
Health Care Educator
2 years plus
Use your professional skills to train others in health care/medical/nursing education
Vocational Teacher
2 years plus
In order to thrive in this country, people need vocational skills to support themselves besides education as jobs are scarce and opportunities are limited
Medical Technologist
2 years plus
Work alongside Nigerians in laboratory to provide quality care and to train and mentor others professionally
Life skills teacher
2 years plus
Teaching life skills to vulnerable young people in order to help them cope with life situations in a challenging world
Health Coordinator
Any duration considered
Provides medical consultation and compassionate care to the missionary community
Literacy Supervisor/teacher
2 years plus
Teaching children and adults to read, and supporting national workers as they teach others
Pharmacist
2 years plus
Develop a pharmacy and technicians to manage and improve pharmacy services in Nigerian facilities
Discipleship & Mentoring
Any duration considered
Helping our young people from a variety of different faith backgrounds to understand Christianity and own their faith and be able to share it with…
Teacher Trainers
2 years plus
to work alongside national teachers to train them to develop their teaching to engaging in creative ways with the children. Or teachers who have experience…
Internship
Discipleship & Church Development
Up to 6 months
Administrative services. Helping out around the office with administrative tasks such as scanning, photocopying, filing, data input, editing information for website and other publications, helping…
teacher/ teacher trainer
2 years plus
To provide support and encouragement to teachers and staff as they engage with children from a variety of backgrounds and abilities.
Internship
Up to 6 months
There are a range of short to medium term opportunities to work alongside our ministry partners as they reach out to the vulnerable and marginalized…
Teacher
2 years plus
To provide educational support for our missionary children (MKs) whose parents are serving and working in the North of Nigeria
Regional Coach Development Coordinator
2 years plus
Work with a Sports Friends team/region to provide sports ministry and coaching instruction to equip local coaches in making disciples of Jesus Christ through sport…
Regional Camp Development Coordinator
2 years plus
Work with a Sports Friends team/region and the SF International Camp Development Director to provide Camp ministry training for SF staff, denominational partners, churches and…
Regional Administration & Finance Coordinator
2 years plus
Work with a team to provide assistance with ongoing activities of the ministry and financial recording. Individual will help other team members with general operating…
Business Consultant
2 years plus
to work alongside centre leaders to set up and run small businesses to produce income for the centres and generate job opportunities for leaving children
Missionary Dentist
2 years plus
Provide dental care in a clinic or hospital setting to the Nigerian and missionary community.
Vocational Teacher
2 years plus
In order to thrive in this country, people need vocational skills to support themselves besides education as jobs are scarce and opportunities are limited
R. N., L.P.N, NP, Nurse Midwife, Nurse Educator, or Nursing Student
2 years plus
Use your nursing skills to minister alongside Nigerian health care workers with your specialty.
Farming Consultant
2 years plus
To work alongside our local farmers to get the best out of the land.
Animal Husbandry Consultant
2 years plus
Someone who can work alongside those on the path to self sufficiency through raising animals for income or to supplement their diet
Anti-Trafficking Awareness/Prevention Speaker
2 years plus
provide trafficking awareness and prevention seminars to pastors and other members of the community
Retreat Facilitator
2 years plus
To put together programmes and create a relaxing atmosphere where national missionaries can relax and be refreshed after service.
Warehouse Manager
Up to 2 years
To supervise all activities of the ACTS bookshop warehouse, overseeing team performance, expediting the receiving and shipping of goods and ensuring sufficient organised storage is…
Assistant Warehouse Officer
Up to 2 years
To provide assistance to oversee the activities of the ACTS bookshop warehouse, working with the staff team, expediting the receiving and shipping of goods and…
Data Management Officer
Up to 2 years
To coordinate the data processing activities by participating in the performance of variety of duties and to be involved in collecting and entering into an…
Theological Educators
2 years plus
Range of classes available at Seminary level including New Testament Studies, Christian Education, Youth Ministry, Leadership and Administration, Biblical Counselling and Psychology, Historical Theology, Missions,…
Theological Student Mentoring
2 years plus
Providing mentoring for young, gifted teachers to encourage and passion for mission and hone their skills in teaching and preaching.
Biblical Training
2 years plus
Providing Biblical training and development opportunities for lay leaders and future leaders to preach, lead men’s/women’s/youth/mission groups and receive further training for church eldership or…
Church History Consultant
Up to 2 years
Opportunity to teach and train theological students through Church History, alongside being a consultant in relation to mission history in the country
Biblical Counselling Lecturer
Discipleship & Church Development
Up to 2 years
Provide teaching and training in Biblical Counselling to Seminary students
Trauma Healers and Counsellors
2 years plus
To work with the children and staff to help individuals and groups recover from trauma
Teacher Trainers or teachers with special needs experience
2 years plus
to work alongside national teachers to train them to develop their teaching to engaging in creative ways with the children. Or teachers who have experience…
Medical Doctor
2 years plus
Provide medical consultation in tertiary or primary health care facilities or in the community, depending upon interest. Work alongside Nigerian health care providers to consult,…
Music Teacher K – 12
Up to 2 years
Be able to teach music across the school, as well as help with musical performances and teaching some instruments
High school Bible Teacher
Discipleship & Church Development
2 years plus
Engaging with high school students in learning more about the Bible and giving them a love of God’s word
superintendent of Hillcrest School
Discipleship & Church Development
2 years plus
Superintendent of an International school
Member Care Facilitator
2 years plus
To oversee and response to member care issues of SIM Nigeria missionaries.
Personnel Coordinator or Assistant Coordinator
2 years plus
Responsible for any issues relating to SIM Nigeria missionaries, including, member care, recruitment, supervision and required administrative work.
Short term Coordinator
Any duration considered
Oversee all aspects of the short term program, including recruitment, communication with ST’s, development of ST program and oversight while they are on field.
Operations Assistant
2 years plus
Maintain, develop and care for SIM physical infrastutcture, including housing, compounds, office, and some ministry locations.
Communications Officer
2 years plus
Develop and maintain social media sites. Write, edit and distribute stories, updates, and other information as required
Website maintenance Support
2 years plus
To maintain and develop the SIM Nigeria website as well as supporting digital communication needs of the missionaries
High School Science teacher
2 years plus
Teaching and engaging High School students in areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Math
Hospitality and Ministry Centre Manager
Up to 2 years
Person to manage the daily affairs of the guest house and Ministry Centre, providing guidance to staff, taking bookings, oversee the financial operations, facilitating the…
Housing Manager
Any duration considered
To help with new and short term missionaries adjust to a new way of living by outfitting a house with furniture and interior equipment to…
Upper Elementary / Primary Teacher (Grade 3-5)
Discipleship & Church Development
Up to 2 years
To teach all subjects except PE, Art, Computer, music to elementary-aged children
Administrative Assistant
Up to 2 years
To help with tasks in the office, such as data input, scanning information for archives, editing information for publication, preparing articles for the SIM Nigeria…
Year Book co-ordinator
Discipleship & Church Development
Up to 2 years
Help with putting together the annual year book and writing information
Communications Specialist
Up to 2 years
To communicate using your visual skills the ministries and culture of life in Nigeria
Lower Elementary Teacher (K-3)
Discipleship & Church Development
Up to 2 years
To teach all subjects except PE, Art, Computer, music to elementary-aged children
Health Care Coordinator
Any duration considered
Provides medical consultation and compassionate care to the missionary community
High School Humanities Teacher
2 years plus
To teach and engage High School students as well as AP classes in Humanities
Teaching Assistant for Kano School
Discipleship & Church Development
2 years plus
Being a support to the teacher and parents in the school at Kano