At least 2 years of cross-cultural living experience., Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience., Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team., Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google applications..
Key responsabilities:
Identify and engage key international students for leadership development.
Develop cross-cultural discipleship resources in collaboration with the training department.
Recruit international staff and board members for strategic roles.
Expand discipleship programs across all IFI ministries.
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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 an International Student Leader 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 International Student Leader 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 An International Student Leader 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
International Student Leader 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
About the area and Responsibilities of an International Student Leader Specialist
The International Student Leadership Specialist will focus on leadership training of key international students, helping to diversify the IFI staff team culturally and ethnically by recruiting key internationals to join our team.
The International Student Leader Specialist will (list not all inclusive):
Identify key international students with a vision for ministry and engage them in leadership development
Work with IFI's training department to develop relevant transferable cross-cultural discipleship resources
Work to develop international staff in leadership skills
Identify individuals with international student experience and recruit for key partnerships and to serve in strategic roles such as board members
Help expand current discipleship programs across all of IFI ministries
Recruit internationals to serve as IFI staff members in conjunction with the Mobilization Team
Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role by sharing the vision of the ministry
Qualifications needed of an International Student Leader 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 God's love globally
Well organized with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks independently
Be a self-starter, able to work independently, as well as a team player
Enjoys working with people and has strong interpersonal skills, especially when addressing a dissatisfied student or volunteer
Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applications
Education/Experience Preferred For An International Student Leader Specialist
At least 2 years of cross-cultural living experience
At least 2 years of leadership experience
Demonstrated ability to motivate others to serve in ministry, as well as own experience in faith-based ministry
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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