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International Friendships, Inc. is a Christian non profit. The mission of IFI is to extend life-changing love and friendship to international college students. We do this by offering services, such as airport pickups, holiday hosting, temporary housing, conversation partnerships, and social events and trips. Full- or part-time, flexible schedule. Occasional evenings and/or weekends for specific ministry needs. Annual Conferences such as the IFI Staff Retreat. Requires the development of a ministry partner team which supplies the necessary prayer and financial support to cover salary, benefits, and ministry expenses. Training is provided to develop a team of ministry partners. Pay range is between $27,274 and $84,872 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors. Philadelphia is a very important city in the United States and served as the first capital and where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776. Not only is it the home of the Liberty Bell, Constitution Hall and the 'Rocky Steps', it is also full of world class universities, such as the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel and Temple. There are more than 15,000 international students in the Philadelphia area, which makes it a very strategic location for international student ministry. This position is part of the Philadelphia ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving. International Friendships, Inc. (IFI) is a faith-based organization. Therefore, only those willing to adhere to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies will be reviewed for this open position. International Friendships, Inc. is otherwise an equal opportunity employer.
Job Responsibility
Serve international students by starting Bible discussion group, hosting events, and mentoring at least 1 international student
Register and maintain IFI as a recognized student organization and build relationships with campus staff and organizations
Establish partnerships with local churches and mobilize volunteers
Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships by sharing the ministry's vision
Requirements
Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies
Faithful in evangelism and hospitality to international students as well as discipling believers to do the same
Well organized, takes initiative, able to work independently or collaboratively
Flexible and adaptable
Proficient with technology necessary to the ministry, including Microsoft Office and Google applications
Demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to people required
Bachelor degree
Experience in cross-cultural ministry, preferred
Nice to have
Experience in cross-cultural ministry
What we offer
Paid vacation, sick, holidays, and more (once eligible)
Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for eligible staff
Flexible hours and work-from-home availability
Work for a growing Christian organization
Staff care team to support mental, social, and spiritual wellness