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Ministry Leader

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International Friendships, Inc.

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United States , East Lansing

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Education

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

27274.00 USD / Year
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Job Description:

Here at International Students Inc. (IFI), we are making the world feel at home! If you love to invite the nations into your home and share Jesus as you build meaningful friendships, you'll fit right into the IFI family! Join us as we pursue intimacy with Christ, relational discipleship and evangelism, and hospitality in partnership with churches. Michigan State University is a key location for international student ministry. It's located in East Lansing, which is three miles east of Michigan's capitol in Lansing. It is a top 40 public university with over 200 academic programs. There are more than 6,000 international students at MSU, which is evidence that top students from all over the world continue making a decision to attend there. This position is part of the East Lansing ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.

Job Responsibility:

  • Serve international students by starting Bible discussion groups, 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:

  • Demonstrated ministry, training and mobilization experience required
  • Experience in cross-cultural ministry, preferred
  • College degree preferred
  • Adhere to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies

Nice to have:

  • Experience in cross-cultural ministry
  • College degree
What we offer:
  • Paid vacation
  • Sick leave
  • Holidays
  • Devotion days
  • Health benefits (medical, vision and dental)
  • Staff care team for mental, social, and spiritual health

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 23, 2026

Work Type:
On-site work
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