There’s a very exciting opportunity next year for two young adults to work as Bible Society Australia interns learning about Bible translation and Indigenous ministry. One will be mainly based in Adelaide, and one in Darwin. These are partially paid positions, with the expectation that the remainder of the funds will be raised by the interns’ churches and friends. BSA is working with the Australian Society for Indigenous Languages (AuSIL) and looking for individuals who are eager to work with Indigenous Australians, develop their translation skills and champion future Bible translation.

Responsibilities

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• considerable travel
• may include a cultural orientation course
• language learning
• translation workshops
• trips to remote communities
• an oral Bible translation course

Qualifications

• you’re a committed Christian, sharing the Bible Society’s passion for seeing all people access the Bible
• strong cross-cultural communication and relational skills are essential
• candidates studying or who have recently studied theology or linguistics would have an advantage
• current students or recent graduates are encouraged to apply, although current students may be restricted in how they can be involved
• strong proficiency in English is essential
• have a willingness to travel to various centres and remote communities for periods of time
• if you are up for an adventure, please apply!

Training

Theological studies at university level, an advantage. Some type of language and culture training course would be helpful.

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