Ministry Leader

2 months ago


Ithaca, New York, United States International Friendships, Inc. Full time
Job Summary

International Friendships, Inc. (IFI) is seeking a highly motivated and spiritually gifted Ministry Leader to join our team in Ithaca, NY. As a key member of our ministry team, you will be responsible for launching and developing a thriving ministry location on campus, building relationships with university staff and students, and mobilizing volunteers to support our mission.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ministry Development: Launch your ministry location by building relationships with university staff, establishing partnerships with local churches, mobilizing volunteers, and hosting Bible studies and cultural events.
  • Discipleship: Disciple at least one international student and share the gospel with them.
  • Campus Engagement: Register IFI as a recognized student organization, maintain that registration, and maintain a good relationship with other campus international organizations.
  • Financial and Prayer Partnerships: Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role by sharing the vision of the ministry.
Requirements
  • Adherence to IFI's Statement of Faith: Adhere to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies.
  • Evangelism and Hospitality: Faithful in evangelism and hospitality to international students as well as discipling believers to do the same.
  • Organizational Skills: Well organized, takes initiative, able to work independently or collaboratively.
  • Flexibility and Adaptability: Flexible and adaptable.
  • Technical Skills: Proficient with technology necessary to the ministry, including Microsoft Office and Google applications.
Education and Experience
  • Demonstrated Experience: Demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to people required.
  • Bachelor's Degree: Bachelor degree.
  • Cross-Cultural Ministry Experience: Experience in cross-cultural ministry, preferred.
About IFI

International Friendships, Inc. (IFI) is a faith-based organization that extends life-changing love and friendship to international college students. We offer services such as airport pickups, holiday hosting, temporary housing, conversation partnerships, and social events and trips. As a Ministry Leader with IFI, you will be part of a growing Christian organization that values spiritual growth, community, and service.