Strategic Partnership Specialist

Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Strategic Partnership 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. 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 Strategic Partnership 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 Strategic Partnership 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 $24,960 and $72,800 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors Strategic Partnership 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

Work for a growing Christian organization

Staff care to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staff About the area and Responsibilities of a Strategic Partnership Specialist

The Strategic Partnership Specialist will (list not all inclusive):

Network with local, regional, and national like-minded organizations/churches wishing to work with international students to form a partnership or affiliation to grow their impact and add to IFI locations

Work with Christian universities and seminaries to help maximize IFI's presence

Get a presence with social media groups for people interested in missions and ministry

Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role by sharing the vision of the ministry

Maintain personal involvement in ISM, such as being part of a bible study, discipling an international student, and/or participating in ISM activities/events Qualifications needed of a Strategic Partnership 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 life-changing hospitality and friendship to international students out of reverence for Jesus

Be a self-starter, able to work independently, as well as a team player

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including building and maintaining a large network of contacts from diverse backgrounds

Proficient and professional with technology, including Microsoft Office, Google applications, and social media

Committed to spreading the faith of God by creating partnerships with groups and individuals Education/Experience Preferred for a Strategic Partnership Specialist:

Demonstrated experience in ability to liaise and network with people from diverse backgrounds and settings

Bachelor degree preferred

Cross-cultural 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.