ภาษาไทยCome and join us in YWAM Chiang Mai as a long-term staff member. If you are simply interested in learning about joining staff, have a general interest in Chiang Mai, or would like to start a new ministry here in Thailand, please read on, as there are a few points that we would like you to be aware of before beginning the application process.
Joining a Local Ministry
If you are considering joining a ministry of YWAM Chiang Mai, you should contact them directly, as various ministries may have additional forms, requirements, and slightly differing application processes.
Culture and Language
During your first 12-24 months in Thailand you will be in a Culture and Language (C&L) program, which is designed to help you establish a firm foundation of the Thai language and culture, as well as to learn effective ways of ministering to the Thai people. Your local C&L leader in consultation with you will work out the details of your C&L phase.
If you apply for a specific ministry, the leader of that ministry will decide whether he/she can accept you as C&L staff or whether it would be better for you to receive your C&L training at another location in Thailand. Additionally, some ministries have specific language requirements.
Pioneering a New Ministry
If you seek to pioneer a new ministry, you must be willing to serve an existing team for your C&L phase or until the Location Leadership Team releases you. In all situations, a strategic plan for a new ministry must be submitted to and approved by the Location Leadership Team. Contact us to learn more.
Visas
The YWAM Thailand National Office will do its best to help you obtain a one-year visa; however, included in the guidelines for this visa, it will be necessary for you to leave Thailand and re-enter the country approximately every 90 days. In addition, a new visa must be obtained every 12-15 months by applying in your home country or another country. More information related to obtaining a visa will be sent to you in an Acceptance Packet in the event that you are accepted. Please be aware that the Thai Authorities approval of your visa application is not guaranteed.
Staff Applications
Long Term Staff Application (for all new staff)
Thank you for your desire to come serve the Lord here in Thailand, and feel free to contact our office with any questions that you may have.