Ministry Coordinator - Norman

Job Description

Job Description

Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Norman Ministry Coordinator with us:International Friendships, Inc. is a Christian non profit. Our 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 Norman Ministry Coordinator:Full- or part-time, flexible scheduleOccasional evenings and/or weekends for specific ministry needsAnnual conferences such as the IFI Staff RetreatPay structure for a Norman Ministry Coordinator:Requires the development of a ministry partner team to provide 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 factorsMinistry Coordinator 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 team to support mental, social, and spiritual wellnessAbout the area and Responsibilities of a Norman Ministry Coordinator:Norman, OK is not only a college town, but it perfectly balances small-town charm with big-city perks. It has many great attractions including, the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Lake Thunderbird State Park, and Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art. But, the big thing in town is the University of Oklahoma (OU). Not only does it have a world class college football program, it's also the home of about 2,000 international students. The bottom line is that OU is a great place to do international student ministry. The Norman Ministry Coordinator will:Campus Ministry Coordinate/participate in cultural activities/tripsExtend hospitality to international students, such as welcoming them to the area, providing transportation to activities, and familiarizing them with their new environmentParticipate in an outreach activity, such as a Bible discussion group, friendship partnership, or 1-on-1 discipleshipChurch RelationsEstablish new church relationships Activate church coordinators and facilitate their involvementMaintain data related to church partnerships and coordinatorsVolunteer CoordinationWork with volunteers, including recruitment and matching to activitiesAttend and assist volunteers during outreach activities and big eventsMaintain data related to volunteersQualifications needed from the Norman Ministry Coordinator, including Spiritual CharacteristicsAdherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policiesFaithful in evangelism and hospitality to international students as well as discipling believers to do the sameWell organized, takes initiative, able to work independently or collaborativelyFlexible and adaptableProficient with technology necessary to the ministry, including Microsoft Office and Google applicationsEducation/Experience Preferred for the Norman Ministry Coordinator:Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in education and/or ministry-related field or demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to peopleCross-cultural ministry experience, preferredInternational 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.