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International students often struggle with culture shock, stress, and loneliness when leaving their homes to study in the US. International Friendships, Inc. (IFI) is a national organization partnering with local churches, universities, and volunteers to provide life-changing hospitality and friendship to international students. We work strategically to make the world feel at home and extend God’s love globally — right where we are.
Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a State College Ministry Leader with us:
International Friendships, Inc. is a faith-based non profit. The mission of IFI is to extend life-changing love and friendship to international college students out of reverence for Jesus. 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 State College Ministry Leader
Full- or part-time, flexible schedule
Occasional evenings and/or weekends for specific ministry needs
Annual Conferences such as the IFI Staff Retreat
Pay Structure For a State College 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 between $25,709 and $80,000 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors
State College 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 faith-based organization
Staff care team to support mental, social, and spiritual wellness
About the Area and Responsibilities of a State College Ministry Leader
Penn State University is a very strategic location for international student ministry. It ranks number 19 in the world according to UniRank 2021 and is one of the top 10 largest universities in the United States. There are more than 9,000 international students in State College, which ranks it in the top 15 for international student populations in the United States. This position is part of the State College ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.
The State College 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 State College Ministry Leader, including Spiritual Characteristics
Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies
Faithful in sharing the faith and hospitality to international students as well as mentoring believers to do the same
Well organized, takes initiative, able to work independently or collaboratively
Flexible and adaptable
Proficient with technology necessary to the ministry, including Microsoft Office and Google applications
Education/Experience For a State College Ministry Leader
Demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to people required
Bachelor degree
Experience in cross-cultural contexts, preferred
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: $25709 - $80000 per year
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Level of experience:Senior (5-10 years)
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English
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