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Campus Ministry Manager OSU

International Friendships, Inc. (IFI)
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Introducing IFI, and why you want to be the OSU Campus Ministry Manager 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.

 

Are you an OSU alumni or retired professor with a heart for connecting with students and the gift of cultivating relationships? There's a place for you at IFI!

Want to learn a bit more about us? Learn what it is like to work with IFI and our cultural values!

 

Most positions with IFI require the development of a ministry partner team that supplies the necessary prayer and financial support to cover salary, benefits, and ministry expenses. If God is calling you to work with IFI, after your acceptance to become a staff member, we will provide you with the training you will need to develop a team of ministry partners who will support your ministry.

Learn more about what developing a ministry partnership team entails.

 

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.

 

Expected work schedule for the Campus Ministry Manager:

  • 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 Campus Ministry Manager:

  • 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 $45,000 and $90,000 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors

Campus Ministry Manager 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 a Campus Ministry Manager

The overall role of the Campus Ministry Manager (CMM) is to ensure campus staff stay focused on the mission/vision of IFI and carry out the responsibilities assigned to them. They will provide pastoral care and support, strategic and mission based focus, administrative guidance, and communication. This position is part of the Central Ohio ministry team and requires the candidate to live in or near Columbus, OH.

The Campus Ministry Manager will (list not all inclusive):

  • Supervise Campus Ministers (~45% of time)
    • Provide staff care, fostering an environment for growth and spiritual health, ensuring staff members are vision driven
    • Provide coaching, oversight, assessments for performance, and expectations for full funding (paid staff)
    • Work with Campus Ministry Director and other campus staff on ministry goals.
    • Help recruit others to join the ministry team and provide orientation for new staff
  • Direct ministry (~45% of the time) 
    • Mentor at least two international students
    • Lead or co-lead a mentorship group for international students
    • Participate in cultural activities with international students and relate with students from different cultures
    • Maintain a good relationship with other campus international organizations and offices
    • Ensure follow-up of internationals contacted through any IFI ministry event, as well as returnees and alumni
  • Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role by sharing the vision of the ministry, ensuring minimum monetary standards are achieved, partner care, and sending out a ministry newsletter at least every other month to partners

Qualifications needed of a Campus Ministry Manager , 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
  • Godly character that follows the examples defined in I Timothy 3 and Titus 1
  • 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
  • Ability to work under stress and be flexible
  • Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applications
  • Ability to hold themselves and others accountable

Education/Experience Preferred for a Campus Ministry Manager :

  • Minimum of a Bachelor degree
  • Minimum of 3 years of work experience that encompasses management and leadership
  • Experience in cross-cultural ministry
  • Certificate-level completion of Perspectives on the World Christian movement is preferred and, if not existent, should be completed within three years of employment with IFI.


IFI is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must adhere to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies. If you're passionate about making a global impact, we invite you to apply and join our vibrant team at IFI!

 

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.