Job description

Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Taiwanese Ministry Specialist 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 Taiwanese Ministry Specialist

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 Taiwanese Ministry Specialist

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 $25,709 and $80,000 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors

Taiwanese Ministry Specialist 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 to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staff

About the area and Responsibilities of a Taiwanese Ministry Specialist

The overall role of the Taiwanese Ministry Specialist is to assist IFI locations to serve international students from Taiwan in practical ways and train and equip students and volunteers for service to Taiwanese international students. While working on the National team in Columbus, OH, this job can be done remotely.

The Taiwanese Ministry Specialist Will (list Not All Inclusive)

Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role by sharing the vision of the ministry
Research and understand the needs of Taiwanese international students
Minister to Taiwanese international students by establishing connections, developing reproducing Bible discussion groups and 1-on-1 interactions, attending outreach activities, and mentoring 3-4 Taiwanese students
Recruit and train volunteers to serve on a campus ministry team, including developing training and programs to effectively develop relationships with Taiwanese international students
Connect with student associations and community groups

Qualifications needed of a Taiwanese Ministry Specialist, 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 life-changing hospitality and friendship to international students out of reverence for Jesus
Well organized with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks independently
Has a shepherd's heart for Internationals, a teachable and submissive spirit, and spiritual maturity
Ability to work under stress and be flexible
Committed to sharing faith in the context of personal relationships and investing deeply in students' lives
Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applications

Education/Experience Preferred For a Taiwanese Ministry Specialist

Minimum of a Bachelor degree
Minimum of three (3) years of living in Taiwan or serving Taiwanese International students/immigrants

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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