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Current Openings with OM Ships

Whether you love the sea or it remains a mystery, this truly global ship community is a testimony to the nations and an effective platform for mass distribution of literature and aid, and training opportunities in welcoming over one million guests annually. Almost anyone can fill essential roles on board or, if you prefer solid ground, many administrative support positions at Ship Headquarters in Germany await.

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2nd Cook

The applicant will have to assist the Chief Cook in the preparation of meals for the entire ship's company as well as share the workload between him/her and the Chief Cook according to an agreed schedule.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: 2 years
Categories: Catering & Hospitality - Cooking
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Accounting Technician

Acting as a key member of the finance team, you will be:
Entering financial data.
Working with banking software to make international electronic payments.
Assisting the Financial Accountant.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: as long as possible
Categories: Finance - Accounting
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Application Developer

Application development/systems engineering with a background in Windows Server technology and some Linux.  This position will be involved in analyzing and evaluating different OM Ships requirements/strategies for on board and land based applications to support the ministry & community.  These include Web application/development, Databases, Audio/Video streaming technology, VoIP telephony, Networking, Office integration components, etc.  Previous application/analysis experience is needed with 3+ years of technical IT experience.  This position is in Carlisle UK and reports to the Director of IT.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: 2 years
Categories: IT - Development
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Application Development Adminstrator

We are looking for a person to be involved with Application development with a background in Windows/Linux applications.  This position will be involved in analyzing and evaluating different OM Ships requirements for On board and Land based tools to support the ministry & community.  These include Web application/development, Databases, Audio/Video streaming technology, VoIP telephony, Networking, Office integration components, etc.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: 2 years
Categories: IT - Development
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Carpenter

We are in need of people with Carpentry skills to work on board Logos Hope. Job will involve general repairs, furniture building as well as cabin rebuilding where appropriate

Start Date: August 2010
· Commitment Length: 2 years
Categories: Technical - Carpentry
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Database Design Engineer

The applicant will have to develop and maintain extensive operational database system including analysis, design and deployment.

Start Date: Anytime
· Commitment Length: 2 years
Categories: IT - Development
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Dental Hygienist

Provide dental hygiene for the staff and crew of the Logos Hope.  There will be opportunity to provide dental hygiene to under-served people in selected ports the ships visit.

Start Date: August 2010
· Commitment Length: 1-2 years
Categories: Medical - Dental
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Dentist

Provide quality general dentistry for the staff and crew of the Logos Hope or Doulos. There will be some opportunity to provide dentistry to under-served people in selected ports the ships visit.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: 6-12 months
Categories: Medical - Dental
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Electrician

We are in need of people with experience in electrical engineering. Work will involve general electrical maintenance, but also new installation work. The job will be based on our Ship, the Logos Hope.

By August 2010 we will be in need of 2 Electricians.

Start Date: August 2010
· Commitment Length: 2 years
Categories: Technical - Electrical
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Financial Accountant

The successful applicant will have the following responsibilities:
Providing timely and accurate maintenance of the General Ledger
Preparing and booking of journal entries.
Preparing monthly balance sheet reconciliation.
Assisting the Management Accountant in preparing regular financial statements.
Ensuring effective working capital and foreign exchange management.
Cash-flow forecasting.
Coach and mentor financial accountants.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: as long as possible
Categories: Finance - Accounting
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IT Manager

The applicant will have a round skill base in Information and Communication Technologies. This will include, Windows & Linux OS, Systems Management, Inforamtion Security, Network Management, Satellite and Telephone systems management, Wireless technologies and Desktop Hardware/Software Support. Ability to provide team leadership and interact with Dept Managers and ascertain needs is required.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: 2 years
Categories: IT - Co-ordinator/Manager
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IT Support Engineer

The applicant will have to assist the IT Manager in administration of deployed systems.

Start Date: Anytime
· Commitment Length: 2 years
Categories: IT - Support/Helpdesk
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Information Technology Trainer

The applicant will have experience in teaching user level use of computer technology with special emphasis on Microsoft Operating systems, Microsoft office and WEB applications. Experience with ECDL/ICDL program is preferred.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: 2 years
Categories: IT - Training/Teaching
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Journalist and Media Relations Officer

Based on shore at the Ships Headquarters. The position involved providing articles and other copy for OM Ships publications and other publications worldwide, maintaining website content, and interaction with international media.

Start Date: January 2010
· Commitment Length: 1-2 years
Categories: Communication - Journalism | KFA - Ships
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Management Accountant

Preparation of management accounts.
Reviewing and analyzing financial data.
Preparing ad hoc analysis.
Preparation of financial projections and budgets.
Financial modeling to support strategic planning.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: as long as possible
Categories: Finance - Accounting
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Network Design Engineer/Systems Specialist

The applicant will have an all round skill base in Information and Communication Technologies. This will include, Windows & Linux OS, extensive experience in wide area network design & security, user authentication & management in both wired & wireless technologies for campus environment. Experience in programming in OOP languages required.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: 2-3 years
Categories: IT - Systems
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Refrigeration and Air conditioning Engineer

Responsible, under the Chief Engineer, for the operation and maintenance of all refrigeration and air conditioning systems on board Logos Hope.
Experience: previous experience with refrigeration and air conditioning systems required, preferably in a marine environment.
Systems on board: 
    Air conditioning - IMTEC chilled water, Carrier screw-type compressors - R - 404a (totalling about 2000kW cooling capacity), plus local systems for IT server room
    Refrigeration - Stal Astra  & Bitzer compressors  R-134a direct expansion for main refrigerated spaces, and several smaller systems in various locations.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: 1-2 years
Categories: Marine - Engineering
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Technical Support Specialist

Technical support specialist with background in Windows and/or Linux operating systems and Windows Desktop applications to support OM Ships IT Managers onboard in problem resolution and remote worker support.  This position is in Carlisle UK and reports to the Director of IT.  Experience/training in industry/university is needed with  1 – 2 years experience.

Start Date: As soon as possible
· Commitment Length: 6-12 months
Categories: IT - Support/Helpdesk
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Video Technician

The applicant will have experience in videography, mixing, editing and production. Equipment management & maintenance.

Start Date: September 2008
· Commitment Length: 2 years
Categories: Technical - Audio
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Missions Gallery - Ships

Ships :: The MV Doulos galley team prepared over 1,000 meals each day.
Ships :: Captain Ashley McDonald (Australia) on the bridge of MV Doulos in 2006 beside the original 1914 magnetic compass.
Ships :: Old and new comes together on the bridge of MV Doulos. Captain Ashley McDonald (Australia) works on the electronic charting software, while the original 1914 magnetic compass is to be seen on the right.
Ships :: The original name MEDINA can still be seen in the ship’s side.
Ships :: OM Founder George Verwers grandson joined Logos Hope in Feb.09. Photo to accompany story.
Ships :: Crewmembers from many countries serve with OM Ships International
Ships :: The selection of quality educational literature on board is particularly popular with children
Ships :: The educational and Christian books on board are huge attractions around the world
Ships :: A busy Logos II highlights the need for a larger vessel to better serve those coming on board
Ships :: The newly installed Visitor Experience Deck will hold the Logos Hope book fair and much more
Ships :: Logos Hope Director Mike Hey (Australia)
Ships :: Logos Hope Project Director Lloyd Nicholas (Australia)