Ministry Leader - Buffalo

Job Description

Job Description

Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Buffalo 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo 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 factorsBuffalo 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 Buffalo Ministry LeaderBuffalo, NY is rich in history and heritage. Over 10,000 students studying on multiple college campuses, including 7,100 at the University of Buffalo alone. Close to the Canadian border, Buffalo is in close proximity to 50 percent of the population of North America. This position is part of the Buffalo ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving. The Buffalo Ministry Leader will:Serve international students by starting Bible discussion groups, hosting events, and mentoring at least 1 international studentRegister and maintain IFI as a recognized student organization and build relationships with campus staff and organizationsEstablish partnerships with local churches and mobilize volunteersDevelop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships by sharing the ministry's visionQualifications needed from the Buffalo 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 Buffalo 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.