Ministry Leader - Houston

Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Houston 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 Houston Ministry Leader Full- or part-time, flexible schedule Occasional evenings and/or weekends for specific events/projects Attendance at several conferences each year, including IFI Staff Retreats Pay Structure for a Houston Ministry Leader 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 typically between $27,274 and $84,872 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors Houston Ministry Leader Benefits 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 to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staff About the Area and Responsibilities of a Houston Ministry Leader There's an amazing opportunity to reach thousands of international students from all over the world with the good news in the Houston, TX area. There are more than 15,000 international students at Rice, the University of Houston, Houston Community College, and others. A Houston Ministry Leader with IFI will work with local churches to serve international students in Houston and share the good news! This position is part of the Houston ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving. The Houston 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 events Mentor at least one international student and share the love of Jesus on campus Register IFI as a recognized student organization, maintain that registration, and maintain a good relationship with other campus international organizations Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role by sharing the vision of the ministry Qualifications needed from the Houston Ministry Leader, including Spiritual Characteristics Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies Is 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 Gospel Well organized with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks independently Be a self-starter, able to work independently, as well as a team player Ability to work under stress and be flexible Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applications Education/Experience Required For a Houston Ministry Leader Bachelor degree (or higher) in education and/or ministry-related field or demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to people 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. Salary: $27,274 - $84,872 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr International Friendships, Inc.