Ministry Leader - Buffalo at International Friendships, Inc.

Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Buffalo Ministry Leader with us:

International Friendships, Inc. is a Christian non profit. The mission of IFI is to extend life-changing love 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 Buffalo Ministry Leader

• Full- or part-time, flexible schedule
• Occasional evenings and/or weekends for specific ministry needs
• Annual Conferences such as the IFI Staff Retreat
  
  

Pay Structure For a Buffalo Ministry Leader

• 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 between $25,709 and $80,000 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors
  
  

Buffalo Ministry Leader 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 team to support mental, social, and spiritual wellness
  
  

About the area and Responsibilities of a Buffalo Ministry Leader

Buffalo, NY is rich in history and heritage. Over 10,000 students studying on multiple college campuses, including 7,100 at the University of Buffalo alone. Close to the Canadian border, Buffalo is in close proximity to 50 percent of the population of North America. This position is part of the Buffalo ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.

The Buffalo Ministry Leader Will

• Serve international students by starting Bible discussion groups, hosting events, and mentoring at least 1 international student
• Register and maintain IFI as a recognized student organization and build relationships with campus staff and organizations
• Establish partnerships with local churches and mobilize volunteers
• Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships by sharing the ministry's vision
  
  

Qualifications Needed from the Buffalo Ministry Leader, including Spiritual Characteristics

• Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies
• Faithful in evangelism and hospitality to international students as well as discipling believers to do the same
• Well organized, takes initiative, able to work independently or collaboratively
• Flexible and adaptable
• Proficient with technology necessary to the ministry, including Microsoft Office and Google applications
  
  

Education/Experience For a Buffalo Ministry Leader

• Demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to people required
• Bachelor degree
• Experience in cross-cultural ministry, 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: $25709 - $80000 per year

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