ASELSI is a unique ministry in Chichicastenango, Guatemala. ASELSI’s purpose is to equip local saints for the work of the ministry through partnering with the global church to carry out compassion ministries and biblical training. The Ministry Fundraiser is tasked with leading the ministry in all fundraising efforts.

Responsibilities –

• Plan a budget for fundraising activities inside and outside of Guatemala
• Communicating with present and future donors through personal correspondence, thank you notes, and newsletters
• Keeping track of donations and their designations within ASELSI
• Fundraising within Guatemala to promote giving from locals
• Traveling to the United States to fundraise by organizing and planning all details of large events such as Galas, Golf Tournaments, Sponsored Runs, etc.
• Finding new partners that agree with the mission and vision of ASELSI and want to support the ministry
• Understand the physical and financial needs of ASELSI by actively being involved in the ministry and talking with other employees and missionaries
• Communicating with ASELSI’s Administrative U.S. Partners, ASELSI USA and Christian Fellowship Church
• Finding new innovative ways for people to support ASELSI

Qualifications and Skills –

• A professing follower of Jesus Christ that agrees with ASELSI’s mission and vision
• Member of a local church that supports your desire to serve as a Missionary
• Commit to serving with ASELSI for 2 years
• Willingness and ability to raise your own support
• Able to speak Spanish, or be open to spending a few months in language school prior to coming to ASELSI
• Working knowledge of financial reports and creating and following budgets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented