Ministry Coordinator - Ann Arbor

Job Description

Introducing IFI, and why you want to be an Ann Arbor Ministry Coordinator 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 Ann Arbor Ministry Coordinator:

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 Ann Arbor Ministry Coordinator:

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

Ann Arbor Ministry Coordinator 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 Christian organization

Staff care to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staff

About the area and Responsibilities of an Ann Arbor Ministry Coordinator:

We have a presence at the University of Michigan (UM) in Ann Arbor, MI, which is an amazing place to engage international students in ministry. UM is an excellent and influential school renowned for new inventions, being number one in research volume and its athletic programs. There are over 8,500 international students from 139 countries at UM. This role is an amazing opportunity to reach key students with the good news in a great part of the country! We do this by offering services, such as airport pickups, holiday hosting, temporary housing, conversation partnerships, social events and trips, as well as digital ways to connect with students. This position is part of the Ann Arbor ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.

The Ann Arbor Ministry Coordinator supports the location leader with church relations, volunteer mobilization, and campus ministry. This position relies on the Ann Arbor Ministry Coordinator's knowledge of Christian values and content, the ability to share that with others, and administrative and people skills.

The Ann Arbor Ministry Coordinator will:

Campus Ministry

Coordinate/participate in cultural activities/trips

Extend hospitality to international students, such as welcoming them to the area, providing transportation to activities, and familiarizing them with their new environment

Participate in an outreach activity, such as bible study, friendship partnership, or 1-on-1 discipleship

Church Relations

Establish new church relationships

Activate church coordinators and facilitate their involvement

Maintain data related to church partnerships and coordinators

Volunteer Coordination

Work with volunteers, including recruitment and matching to activities

Attend and assist volunteers during outreach activities and big events

Maintain data related to volunteers

Qualifications needed from the Ann Arbor Ministry Coordinator, 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 through equipping Christians to be effective cross-cultural communicators of the Gospel

Well organized with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks independently

Be a self-starter, as well as a team player

Ability to work under stress and be flexible

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 Ann Arbor Ministry Coordinator:

Bachelor degree (or higher) in education and/or ministry-related field or demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to people

Cross-cultural ministry experience, preferred

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.

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