Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Detroit Campus Minister with us:
International Friendships, Inc. is a Christian non profit, 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 Detroit Campus Minister:
- 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 Detroit Campus Minister:
- 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 $27,274 and $84,872 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors
Detroit Campus Minister 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:
We have openings available at Oakland University located in Rochester Hills, Michigan and Wayne State University located in Detroit, Michigan. Wayne State University has over 1,000 international students, many of which are from India and Saudi Arabia. Oakland University (OU) has hundreds of international students. They typically live in apartments near campus as they pursue PhD and master degrees. With students from India, Saudi Arabia, China and many other countries, the international student population is diverse, dedicated to their studies, and often enjoy connecting with local friends. This position is part of the Detroit ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.
Responsibilities:
As a Detroit Campus Minister, you 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 needed of a Detroit Campus Minister, 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 Preferred for a Detroit Campus Minister:
- Minimum of a Bachelor Degree
- Minimum of one-year involvement in campus ministry or completion of IFI ISEED Program
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.