We have outlined the multi-step long-term field staff application process below. If you have any questions please see our FAQ page or email us at longterm@cvm.org.
Preliminary Application
Professional Affiliation
Are you a veterinary professional (Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician), in the process of becoming one, or the spouse of a veterinary professional?
Doctrinal Statement
Do you agree with the CVM Doctrinal Statement?
Long-Term International Service
Are you willing to serve full-time in international cross-cultural service for a year or longer?
Prayer and Financial Support
CVM International Staff respond to God’s calling on their life and do this through the financial and prayer support we call “deputation.” This is a process that allows you to build a ministry team. This would require you to raise the personal and ministry support cost with churches, friends, family and associates by asking them to support you in prayer and finances. Would you be willing to raise your prayer and financial support through the deputation process with the help of CVM?
Introductory Application
Express Interest
Please complete the Mission Interest Assessment Form online. If you are married, both spouses must complete the form and send it to longterm@cvm.org.
Resumé
Please provide us with a copy of your most recent resumé by sending it to longterm@cvm.org.
Then What
Once these steps have been completed, a staff member will contact you regarding the next steps in the application process.
Secondary Application
Formal Application
Please complete the CRISTA Application. If you need assistance, please contact longterm@cvm.org or connect with your Area Director.
Learning Needs Assessment
Complete the Learning Needs Assessment as it will help you evaluate the areas of strength and those which you can grow with more training.
References
Please provide the names and email addresses for 6 individuals who will complete reference checks for you. Two of which will be professional, 2 faith references, and 2 personal references. Family members and spouses may not serve as references.
Candidate Placement Documents
Job Description
Work with the CVM administration to develop your job description.
Budget
Work with the CVM administration to develop your budget.
Host Approval
Work with the CVM administration to determine your host and develop a contract.
Secondment
Work with the CVM administration to develop your secondment agreement with your local host.
Candidate Approval
Once these have been approved by CVM, the host and managing partner, the candidate will be approved to start their deputation process.
Training
Orientation
All missions staff are required to attend a Long-Term Missions Orientation training.
Additional Training
There are plenty of resources available for additional training in preparation for missions. Please take a look at our Recommended Reading List for more information on missions and our free e-Learning courses related to serving long-term.
Deputation
Deputation List
Each CVM field staff member is responsible for raising their own support and building a support team. The deputation list is a list of all possible supporters that you wish to connect with.
Project Name
Each field staff member must develop a project name specific to their work and calling. This will be used in all forms of communication and promotion to uniquely identify your ministry.
Marketing Materials
Each field staff member will have a webpage as well as a brochure designed for them from the Seattle office. Please fill out the questionnaire and return it to the marketing team.
First Prayer Letter
As CVM field staff prepare to leave for the field, they will begin writing prayer letters. While preparing to leave, a prayer letter will be mandatory every month. Once the field staff member is in the field, the first 3 months will continue to be on a monthly basis, and the months following will be a bi-monthly basis.
Prayer Card
Each CVM field staff member and their family will send out a prayer card annually. The card will be produced by the Seattle office, but the missionary is responsible for providing the up-to-date information, including photos.
Final Application Process
The steps in the final application process are to be completed no later than 6-9 months prior to the departure date.
Evaluation
CVM requires a psychological evaluation to ensure that the individual is ready. Necessary documentation includes consent form, Taylor Johnson Temperament Analysis, and the BPI Analysis.
Background Check
CVM requires a thorough background check for all field staff. This includes a multi-state as well as DHHS.
Physical Exam
All field staff will undergo a physical exam to make sure they are healthy and fit to serve overseas.
International Field Staff Approval
After the final approval and completion of deputation, the candidate will be officially employed 1-2 months prior to departure to the field.