Potential ISEs

Is God Calling You To Serve Internationally?

International Service Employees (ISEs) are Seventh-day Adventist professionals who serve around the world for multi-year assignments. IPRS will walk with you each step of the journey.

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What You Bring

  • Personal commitment to Adventist mission and lifestyle
  • Professional qualifications that match specific needs
  • Willingness to serve for 2-6 years (varies by call)
  • Support from your local leadership and family

What Is An International Service Employee?

ISEs are experienced church members appointed by the General Conference to serve internationally in areas such as education, healthcare, administration, media, and pastoral ministry. Assignments are based on the strategic needs of divisions and institutions.

As an ISE you join a global family of professionals who share the gospel and strengthen local leadership. Many describe their service as the most meaningful season of their lives.

Key Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package and financial care
  • Housing, relocation, and shipment assistance
  • Mission Institute orientation and continuing education
  • Dedicated family support and wellbeing resources
Pathway To Appointment

Five Steps To Becoming An ISE

These steps summarize the journey that was previously outlined across several pages on the legacy site.

1

Explore the Call

Talk with your pastor or conference, review current openings, and pray about your readiness for international service.

2

Start the Application

Complete the online application and gather references, transcripts, and professional credentials. The recruiting team will guide you through each form.

3

Interview & Matching

IPRS and division leaders review your profile, confirm suitability, and match you with a call that aligns with your gifts and language skills.

4

Mission Institute & Preparation

Attend Mission Institute and complete required trainings while the relocation team finalizes travel, visa, medical, and shipment arrangements.

5

Launch & Ongoing Care

Arrive at your assignment with a support network in place. The IPRS teams continue to assist with payroll, benefits, care, and home leave.

We Are In This With You

Your Support Partners

These teams stay in close contact as you move from interest to appointment.

Recruiting & Secretariat

Helps you understand available calls, collects your documentation, and collaborates with field leadership on approvals.

HR Relocation

Coordinates travel, shipments, visas, and the Mission Institute experience so your move is smooth and timely.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Preparing For Your Journey

Most calls are issued for an initial term of two or three years, with options to renew based on field needs. Some specialized roles may have longer terms. Your recruiter will confirm the expected duration during the matching phase.

ISEs receive a compensation package that typically includes salary, travel, shipment allowances, housing assistance, health coverage, and education subsidies for eligible dependents. Detailed budgets are prepared with you before final acceptance.

Yes. Families often serve together and receive support for schools, healthcare, and adjustment. Missionary care specialists provide guidance tailored to couples, children, and teens throughout the process.

We keep your application active and continue exploring other openings that match your background. It is common for ISEs to be appointed to a different location than their initial inquiry.

Ready To Take The Next Step?

Start your application or schedule a call with the recruiting team. We look forward to hearing your story.

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