Rochester, NY Ministry Leader
Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Rochester Ministry Leader with us:
International Friendships, Inc. is a growing faith-based organization dedicated to providing life-changing hospitality and friendship to international college students out of reverence for Jesus. Through services such as airport pickups, holiday hosting, temporary housing, conversation partnerships, and social events, we strive to create a welcoming environment for students far from home. As the State College Ministry Coordinator at IFI, you'll play a pivotal role in enriching the lives of international students while growing personally and professionally.
We would love to connect, learn more about how God is leading, and if we would be a good fit! Submit a short inquiry form by going to “Apply Now” here.
Learn more about what makes supporting, welcoming, and helping international students grow so strategic here!
Expected work schedule for the Rochester Ministry Leader:
We offer flexible full or part time schedules. Overtime or weekends may be required for specific events as well as attendance at the annual IFI retreat.
Pay structure for a Rochester Ministry Leader:
IFI provides training in order to equip the Ministry Leader in personal fundraising. The Ministry Leader will develop a team of partners to cover financial needs such as salary, benefits, ministry expenses, and pray for their ministry. A Ministry Leader can expect a salary of $25,709-$80,000 based on experience and other factors.
Rochester Ministry Leader Benefits:
We want to bless our team with the needed benefits to stay in the harvest field! IFI provides paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, devotion days and more, health benefits (medical, vision and dental), and a staff care team to support the mental, social, and spiritual health of the Ministry Leader.
About the Area and Responsibilities of a Rochester Ministry Leader
Rochester Institute of Technology RIT is one of many colleges in the Rochester area that has hosted international students from across the globe. Many international students bring a range of experiences, ideas, talents and skills with them when they come here to study. They are eager to find out how life is lived in an American context as they study in Rochester. Rochester is a great place to show hospitality to international students and help them learn about living in America. This position is part of the Rochester ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.
The Rochester Ministry Leader will establish a ministry location by building relationships with university staff, church partners, and volunteers. The Rochester Ministry Leader will engage in personal ministry as well as mobilize others to host Bible studies, plan cultural events, and share the Gospel. It is vital that the Rochester Ministry Leader establish IFI as a recognized student org, maintain good relationships with the campus, and maintain financial and prayer support for the budgeted needs of the role.
Qualifications Needed from the Rochester Ministry Leader, including Spiritual Characteristics
The Ministry Leader must adhere to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies. The Ministry Leader must be a person of character who faithfully extends God's love globally by mobilizing Christians to effectively communicate the Gospel in the context of various cultures.
Education/Experience for a Rochester Ministry Leader
- Demonstrated ministry, training and mobilization experience required
- Experience in cross-cultural ministry, preferred
- College degree preferred
IFI is a faith-based organization, and candidates whose beliefs and values align will be considered for this position. We are committed to equal opportunity employment.
Join IFI and be a part of a vibrant community dedicated to making the world feel at home!
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
We would love to connect, learn more about how God is leading, and if we would be a good fit! Submit a short inquiry form by going to “Apply Now” here.