Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a State College Ministry Coordinator with us:International Friendships, Inc. is a Christian non profit. Our 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 State College Ministry Coordinator:Full- or part-time, flexible scheduleOccasional evenings and/or weekends for specific ministry needsAnnual conferences such as the IFI Staff RetreatPay structure for a State College Ministry Coordinator:Requires the development of a ministry partner team to provide prayer and financial support to cover salary, benefits, and ministry expensesTraining is provided to develop a team of ministry partnersPay range is typically between $27,274 and $84,872 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factorsState College Ministry Coordinator Benefits:Paid vacation, sick, holidays, and more (once eligible)Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for eligible staffFlexible hours and work-from-home availabilityWork for a growing Christian organizationStaff care team to support mental, social, and spiritual wellnessAbout the area and Responsibilities of a State College Ministry Coordinator:Penn State University is a very strategic location for international student ministry. It ranks number 19 in the world according to UniRank 2021 and is one of the top 10 largest universities in the United States. There are more than 9,000 international students in State College, which ranks it in the top 15 for international student populations in the United States. This position is part of the State College ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.The State College Ministry Coordinator will:Campus MinistryCoordinate cultural activities and tripsParticipate in an outreach activity such as Bible discussion or friendship partnershipEstablish and maintain church partnershipsRecruit, match and support volunteersQualifications needed from the State College Ministry Coordinator, including Spiritual CharacteristicsAdherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policiesFaithful in evangelism and hospitality to international students as well as discipling believers to do the sameWell organized, takes initiative, able to work independently or collaborativelyFlexible and adaptableProficient with technology necessary to the ministry, including Microsoft Office and Google applicationsEducation/Experience Preferred for the State College Ministry Coordinator:Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in education and/or ministry-related field or demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to peopleCross-cultural ministry experience, preferredInternational 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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