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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 Japanese 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 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 Japanese 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 Japanese 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
Japanese 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
Staff care to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staff
Responsibilities Of a Japanese Ministry Specialist
The overall role of the Japanese Ministry Specialist is to assist IFI locations to serve international students from Japan in practical ways and train and equip students and volunteers for service to Japanese international students. While working on the National team in Columbus, OH, this job can be done remotely.
The Japanese 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 Japanese international students
Mentor Japanese international students by establishing connections, developing reproducing Bible discussion groups and 1-on-1 interactions, attending outreach activities, and building deep relationships with 3-4 Japanese students
Recruit and train volunteers to serve on a campus ministry team, including developing training and programs to effectively develop relationships with Japanese international students
Connect with student associations and community groups
Qualifications needed of a Japanese Ministry Specialist, including Spiritual Characteristics
Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies
Is faithful, loyal, and dedicated to IFI's mission statement 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 Japanese Ministry Specialist
Minimum of a Bachelor degree
Minimum of three (3) years of living in Japan or serving Japanese 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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