Campus Minister - Athens

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as an Athens Campus Minister with International Friendships Inc. (IFI)

At International Friendships Inc. (IFI), we're creating a sense of home for the world! If you have a heart for welcoming people from diverse backgrounds into your life, sharing the love of Jesus, and making genuine friendships, you'll find a perfect fit within the IFI community. Join us as we share God's commitment to bless every people group in partnership with churches.

Work Schedule:

• Flexible full or part-time schedules available.

• Occasional overtime or weekend commitments required for specific events and attendance at the IFI retreat.

Pay Structure:

• IFI provides comprehensive training to equip Athens Campus Ministers in personal fundraising.

• Athens Campus Ministers will develop a team of partners to cover financial needs, including salary, benefits, and ministry expenses.

• Salary ranges from $25,709 to $80,000 based on experience and other factors.

Benefits:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, devotion days, and more provided.

• Health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage.

• Dedicated staff care team to support the mental, social, and spiritual health of Athens Campus Ministers.

Responsibilities:

We are seeking an Athens 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. These international students have an opportunity to become a leader in their field back in their home country. This position is part of the Athens ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.

The Athens Campus Minister will:

• Encourage spiritual growth among international students, scholars, and their families through building relationships and hosting cultural events and Bible discussions.

• Connect with student associations and mobilize volunteers to serve on a campus ministry team.

• Pursue creative strategies for sharing God's love and develop culture-specific outreach initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies.

• Demonstration of character and commitment to extending God's love globally.

• Ability to effectively communicate the message of the Bible across diverse cultural contexts.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree required.

• Minimum one-year involvement in campus ministry or completion of IFI ISEED Program preferred.

IFI is a faith-based organization, and candidates whose beliefs and values align will be considered for this position. We are committed to equal opportunity employment. Join IFI and be a part of a vibrant community dedicated to making the world feel at home!