Ministry Leader - Philadelphia

Job Description

Job Description

Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 $28,093 and $87,418 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factorsPhiladelphia 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 Philadelphia Ministry LeaderPhiladelphia is a very important city in the United States and served as the first capital and where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776. Not only is it the home of the Liberty Bell, Constitution Hall and the "Rocky Steps", it is also full of world class universities, such as the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel and Temple. There are more than 15,000 international students in the Philadelphia area, which makes it a very strategic location for international student ministry. This position is part of the Philadelphia ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.The Philadelphia Ministry Leader will:Serve international students by starting Bible discussion group, 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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.

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