Mission and objectives

• Mission Action by Churches Together (ACT Alliance) is a coalition of more than 148 churches and church-related organisations working together in over 128 countries to create positive and sustainable change in the lives of poor and marginalised people regardless of their religion, politics, gender, race or nationality in keeping with the highest international codes and standards. ACT Alliance is faith-motivated, rights- based, impact focused, committed to working ecumenically and inter-religiously, with the communities we seek to serve and accompany at the centre of our work. Our members respond in areas where suffering, poverty and injustice occur, regardless of location. ACT members are committed to leaving no-one behind. Hope in Action seeks to include those who are otherwise excluded or marginalized. ACT seeks to release the agency of people affected by poverty and crisis by moving them from being passive recipients to actors in their own development and relief. In doing so, ACT Alliance enables, supports, brings specialist skills, enhances voices and shares learning, enabling and accompanying communities to realize their hopes and ambitions through joint action. • Objectives In promoting a just, inclusive and sustainable world, ACT Alliance implements effective humanitarian, development and advocacy work at national, regional and global levels by saving lives, providing emergency assistance and supporting sustainability, enhancing the rights of those whose rights are not realized.

Context

The ACT Alliance is a coalition of Protestant churches and faith-based organizations operating in 13 countries across Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Our members work on a wide range of humanitarian, development, and advocacy programs. To strengthen collaboration among members and identify new potential donors, we aim to build a donor database focused on U.S. and Canada donors who support faith-based initiatives in LAC. The volunteers will be led by the Regional Representative, fostering a collaborative and enjoyable team environment. We expect volunteers to work closely together, supporting one another and contributing to an excellent team dynamic.

Task Description

Location: Remoto (Américas y Europa) Duration: 12 semanas Time Commitment: 15–20 horas por semana Supervisor: Representante Regional, ACT Alianza – América Latina y el Caribe Objetivo Las personas voluntarias colaborarán en la creación de una base de datos de donantes mediante la investigación detallada de donantes en Estados Unidos, Canadá y Europa que apoyan a organizaciones basadas en la fe e iglesias en América Latina y el Caribe. Recopilarán información relevante sobre temáticas prioritarias, tipos de subvenciones, criterios de elegibilidad y fechas límite, contribuyendo a un entorno de trabajo positivo y orientado al trabajo en equipo. Responsabilidades principales Investigación de donantes: Realizar una investigación exhaustiva sobre posibles donantes en Estados Unidos, Canadá y Europa que financien organizaciones basadas en la fe en América Latina y el Caribe. Se pondrá especial atención en identificar intereses temáticos (por ejemplo, justicia climática, ayuda humanitaria, proyectos de desarrollo). Ingreso de datos: Incorporar la información recopilada en una base de datos estructurada, asegurando que todos los campos estén completos, incluyendo nombre del donante, tipos de subvención, criterios de elegibilidad, fechas límite y áreas de trabajo. Colaboración: Trabajar estrechamente con la Oficina Regional y otras personas voluntarias para garantizar consistencia y precisión en toda la base de datos, contribuyendo a un ambiente de trabajo colaborativo y de apoyo mutuo. Actualizaciones semanales: Proporcionar actualizaciones de progreso al equipo durante las reuniones periódicas, compartiendo hallazgos, desafíos y avances en la investigación de donantes. Aseguramiento de calidad: Garantizar que toda la información ingresada en la base de datos sea precisa, actualizada y relevante para la misión y necesidades de ACT Alianza. Entregables clave Perfiles de donantes: Cada persona voluntaria contribuirá a la base de datos elaborando 20 perfiles detallados de donantes con sede en Estados Unidos, Canadá y/o Europa que estén alineados con la misión de ACT Alianza. Participación en reuniones: Participación activa en las reuniones semanales del equipo, reportando avances en la investigación y colaborando en la mejora de la estructura de la base de datos. Contribución a una base de datos de alta calidad: Todas las entradas deberán ser precisas, consistentes y revisadas, asegurando que la base de datos final sea un recurso confiable para ACT Alianza. Creación de una experiencia de equipo positiva: Se espera que las personas voluntarias contribuyan a un ambiente de trabajo motivador y colaborativo, fomentando el apoyo mutuo y el entusiasmo dentro del grupo. Location: Remote (Americas and Europe) Duration: 12 weeks Time Commitment: 15–20 hours per week Supervisor: Regional Representative, ACT Alliance – Latin America and the Caribbean Objective Volunteers will collaborate in the creation of a donor database by conducting detailed research on donors in the United States, Canada, and Europe who support faith-based organizations and churches in Latin America and the Caribbean. They will compile relevant information on thematic priorities, types of grants, eligibility criteria, and deadlines, contributing to a positive and team-oriented work environment. Key Responsibilities Donor Research: Conduct thorough research on potential donors in the United States, Canada, and Europe that fund faith-based organizations in Latin America and the Caribbean. Particular attention will be given to identifying thematic interests (for example, climate justice, humanitarian assistance, development projects). Data Entry: Enter the collected information into a structured database, ensuring that all fields are complete, including donor name, grant types, eligibility criteria, deadlines, and areas of work. Collaboration: Work closely with the Regional Office and other volunteers to ensure consistency and accuracy across the database, contributing to a supportive and collaborative working environment. Weekly Updates: Provide regular progress updates during team meetings, sharing findings, challenges, and advances in donor research. Quality Assurance: Ensure that all information entered into the database is accurate, up to date, and relevant to ACT Alliance’s mission and needs. Key Deliverables Donor Profiles: Each volunteer will contribute to the database by compiling 5 detailed profiles of donors based in the United States, Canada, and/or Europe that align with ACT Alliance’s mission. Participation in Meetings: Active engagement in weekly team meetings, reporting on research progress and contributing to improvements in the database structure. Contribution to a High-Quality Database: All entries must be accurate, consistent, and reviewed for quality, ensuring that the final database is a reliable resource for ACT Alliance. Creating a Positive Team Experience: Volunteers are expected to contribute to a motivating and collaborative team environment, fostering mutual support and enthusiasm within the group.

Competencies and values

Living conditions and remarks