Ministry Leader - Dallas

Ministry Leader - Dallas

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 Dallas 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 Dallas 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

Dallas 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 Dallas Ministry Leader:

Dallas is a very strategic location for international student ministry with hundreds of potential church partners and several universities. There are about 12,000 international students in Dallas alone, and over 20,000 if you include the entire Dallas/Ft Worth Metroplex. This position is part of the Dallas ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.

As a Dallas Ministry Leader, you will establish a presence by building relationships with university staff, church partners, and volunteers. Your responsibilities include leading the location's ministry efforts, mobilizing others to host Bible discussion groups, and organizing cultural events. You will also ensure that IFI is recognized as a student organization, maintain strong campus relationships, and secure the necessary financial and prayer support.

Qualifications needed from the Dallas 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 Dallas 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.