Join the Team! Career Roles at World Relief Chicagoland

World Relief, and millions of people around the globe, need you.

For many of us, the last few years have been characterized by a deep sense of chaos, uncertainty and injustice. As suffering across the globe appears to be worsening, you’ve likely asked yourself, how can I respond in a meaningful way?

If you've thought about your career path in response, you've come to the right place. Today, World Relief, and millions of people around the globe, need you.

At this pivotal moment in time, World Relief is rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. When you join us at World Relief, you can expect:

• A strong sense of everyday purpose and impact

• A highly relational and collaborative environment

• A commitment to best practices and excellence in our work

• A faith-based working environment and faithful commitment to God’s leading.

If you’re one of the many people feeling like you need to do more for our broken world, here’s your chance. In the midst of the chaos, there is still hope — God has a plan and you can be a part of it.

We are looking for people just like you who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.

Will you apply to World Relief today?

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A Quick Note

World Relief employees are committed to the mission, vision and values of the organization. As an organization we follow a Statement of Faith.

In addition to our Statement of Faith and Mission, Vision, and Values, World Relief has other key tenets which candidates for employment must review and understand:

TOWARDS A FRESH EMBRACE OF OUR CHRISTIAN IDENTITY, which informs the organization’s position and understanding of key issues regarding our Christian faith.
FOR THE HEALTH OF THE NATION, a publication of World Relief’s parent organization, the National Association of Evangelicals, which informs World Relief’s position on matters of social and civic engagement.

As part of the application process candidates for positions with World Relief will be asked to discuss this.

Chicagoland Career Opportunities

Aurora, IL

US Programs – Human Services /

Limited Term, Full-time /

Hybrid

World Relief seeks an Administrative Support Associate. This position will be a part of the Initial Resettlement team that provides services to newly arrived refugees. Primary responsibilities of this role covers administrative tasks and responsibilities assigned by Initial Resettlement staff. This role may include helping with client appointments, as needed.

This is a limited-term position funded through a grant agreement until 12/31/2024 and contingent upon funding extension.

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Associate English Language Instructor (Part Time)

Carol Stream, IL / Wheaton, IL / Aurora, IL

US Programs – Education /

Regular, Part-time /

Hybrid

World Relief seeks a Associate English Language Instructor. This position has the primary responsibility for providing English language instruction for adult refugees and immigrants from literacy to advanced-level language learners. This position helps students gain practical English language proficiency for self-sufficiency, community engagement/communication, further education, and/or employment and career advancement in the United States. Instructors facilitate students moving toward stability and healthy integration in their communities and workplaces. Instruction may occur in a variety of modalities: in-person, hybrid model, or remote during day or evening hours. Instruction may include a literacy, English Language Acquisition, or career-based focus. This position collaborates with other instructors and other departments to meet student needs. This part time role is for 24 hours per week.

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Digital Literacy Specialist (Part Time)

Carol Stream, IL / Wheaton, IL / Aurora, IL

US Programs – Education /

Regular, Part-time /

Hybrid

World Relief seeks a Digital Literacy Specialist. This position has two main responsibilities: 1) Coordinate and instruct newly enrolled adult English language learners in digital literacy lessons to ensure equitable access to the online language classroom and 2) distribute technology to learners enrolled in remote English courses.

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ESL/ESOL Program Coordinator & Instructor (Part Time)

Chicago, IL

US Programs – Education /

Regular, Part-time /

Hybrid

World Relief Chicago is looking for an ESL/ESOL Program Coordinator & Instructor to provide program coordination for its English as a Second language (ESL)/English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), career, and employment-readiness classes for adult immigrants and refugees. This role would also involve teaching and instructional support for employment-readiness classes. The majority of hours for this role are allocated towards program coordination. Key responsibilities include facilitating student registrations, standardized assessments and technology support, recording and organizing program data, maintaining program equipment, assisting with grant writing, reporting and program development, providing student referral services and instructional support, and teaching. The role is 38 hours/week but includes benefits. If you are a highly organized and detail-oriented person with experience in teaching English as a Second language (ESL)/English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), this role may be a good fit for you.

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Refugee Case Worker (Limited Term)

Chicago, IL

US Programs – Human Services /

Limited Term, Full-time /

On-site

World Relief seeks a Refugee Case Worker. This position has responsibility for providing case management primarily to newly arriving refugee and immigrant families, including providing initial resettlement services, ongoing cultural adjustment support, orientations, referrals, and mediation services. The Refugee Case Worker will work closely with community organizations, churches, landlords, and service providers to promote successful community integration. This position is based in Chicago and requires visits to refugee families primarily in northern Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

This is a limited-term position funded through a grant agreement until 9/30/2025 and contingent upon funding extension.

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Transportation Coordinator & Data Support Specialist

Carol Stream, IL / Aurora, IL / Wheaton, IL

US Programs – Education /

Regular, Part-time /

Hybrid

World Relief seeks a Transportation Coordinator & Data Support Specialist. This position has two main responsibilities: 1) as Transportation Coordinator, this role will manage and update student transportation routes, assist drivers with schedules and timecards, and coordinate with Case Management for new arrivals. 2) As Data Support Specialist, this role will support the student Enrollment Team by managing intake logs and related tools, requiring proficiency in Excel and basic coding skills. Additional support tasks as needed—post-testing, new student registrations, orientations, etc.

This part time position is for 25 hours/week.

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