Ministry Leader - Waco

Job Description

Job Description

Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Waco Ministry Leader with us:International Friendships, Inc. is a growing faith-based organization, whose mission is to extend life-changing hospitality 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.Expected work schedule for the Waco Ministry Leader:Full- or part-time, flexible scheduleOccasional evenings and/or weekends for specific events/projectsAttendance at several conferences each year, including IFI Staff RetreatsPay structure for a Waco Ministry Leader:Requires the development of a ministry partner team which supplies the necessary prayer and financial support to cover salary, benefits, and ministry expensesTraining is provided to develop a team of ministry partnersPay range is typically between $27,274 and $84,872 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factorsWaco Ministry Leader Benefits:Paid vacation, sick, holidays, and more (once eligible)Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for eligible staffFlexible hours and work-from-home availabilityWork for a growing Christian organizationStaff care to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staffAbout the Area and Responsibilities of a Waco Ministry LeaderWaco might be known for the place where Dr Pepper was originated, but it's also the home of Baylor University. Baylor is the largest Baptist university in the world with more than 17,000 students. It's also the oldest running school in Texas and was founded before Texas was even a state! On top of that, there are more than 1,000 international students at Baylor, which makes it a great place for international student ministry. This position is part of the Waco ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.The Waco Ministry Leader will:Launch your ministry location by building relationships with university staff, establishing partnerships with churches, mobilizing volunteers, and hosting Bible discussions and holiday and cultural eventsMentor at least one international student and share the love of Jesus on campusRegister IFI as a recognized student organization, maintain that registration, and maintain a good relationship with other campus international organizationsDevelop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role by sharing the vision of the ministryQualifications needed from the Waco Ministry Leader, including Spiritual CharacteristicsAdherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policiesIs faithful, loyal and dedicated to IFI's mandate from the Lord to extend God's love globally through equipping Christians to be effective cross-cultural communicators of the GospelWell organized with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks independentlyBe a self-starter, able to work independently, as well as a team playerAbility to work under stress and be flexibleProficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applicationsEducation/Experience Required for a Waco Ministry Leader:Bachelor degree (or higher) in education and/or ministry-related field or demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to peopleInternational 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.