What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ministry Coordinator - Athens position at ifipartners?
Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Athens 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 Athens 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 a Athens 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 $28,093 and $87,418 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors
Athens 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
Responsibilities of a Athens Ministry Coordinator:
We are seeking an Ohio University Campus Minister for our Ohio University (OU) location in Athens, OH. OU was established as Ohio's first university in 1804 and has had quite an influence. There are about 1,500 international students from 116 countries. This position is part of the Athens ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.
As an Athens Ministry Coordinator, you'll be instrumental in campus ministry to international students, fostering church relations, and coordinating volunteers. Your duties include organizing cultural activities, leading Bible discussion groups, mentoring students, establishing church partnerships, and managing volunteer recruitment and activities.
Qualifications needed from the Athens 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 Athens 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.
Salary : $28,093 - $87,418