Ministry Pilot at Samaritan’s Purse

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Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview) Samaritan’s Purse is seeking a Ministry Pilot to serve with our Mission Aviation Services team in Entebbe, Uganda. In East and Central Africa, where roads are often poor or non-existent, aviation is frequently the safest and most effective way to reach critical locations. As a fixed-wing Ministry Pilot, you will provide safe, reliable air transportation in support of Samaritans Purse programs across East Africa. Pilots may operate multiple aircraft types, and base locations may change as operational needs require. Come use your aviation skills to help advance the Gospel. Uganda job listings A day in the life of a Ministry Pilot: At Samaritan’s Purse, the Gospel really is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and spend time praying for each other, our staff and volunteers who serve around the globe. Responsibilities or duties In the role of Ministry Pilot, you will have the opportunity to: Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him. Perform pilot duties, including filing flight plans, obtaining weather data and interpreting the information for flights, completing aircraft weight and balances for flights, and loading/unloading passenger luggage and cargo. Maintain all aircraft charts and keep software updated. Ensure aircraft is clean, neat, and polished when both at and away from base, including sanitizing the aircraft restroom facilities after each flight. Assist in the maintenance, repair and cleaning of the hangar and the property. Perform pre-flight and post-flight checks to ensure safety. Work with FAA as assigned. All other duties as assigned Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills) Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or two (2) to four (4) years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 1,200 hours of flight time required First Class Medical required. FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate Airplane Single/Multi Engine Land with Instrument Rating required. FAA A&P Certification preferred, but not required. 12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, opportunity to meet and complete requirement is available upon hire. Discover more Recruitment services Geographic Reference Email job subscriptions Experience needed Two (2) to four (4) years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes) Job Location: Entebbe, Uganda Type: Full-Time Language Requirement: Fluency in English (required) Job board platform Accompaniment: Family Accompaniment Travel Expectations: Approximately 35% of the time, up to 30 days at a time when a humanitarian crisis arises; required travel documents and vaccinations for entry into foreign countries will be necessary. Benefits: International medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance Paid Family Medical Leave Retirement savings plan Paid holidays 12 vacation/personal days 10 sick days When at IHQ, on-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents) Sharing is Caring! Click on the Icons Below and Share Pour postuler a cette offre, cliquez sur le bouton "Postuler" afin d'acceder aux coordonnees du recruteur (email et/ou telephone).