Ministry Coordinator - Athens

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. 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.

Responsibilities

Campus ministry to international students; Fostering church relations; Coordinating volunteers; Organizing cultural activities; Leading Bible discussion groups; Mentoring students; Establishing church partnerships; Managing volunteer recruitment and activities

Requirements

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; Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in education and/or ministry-related field or demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to people; Requires candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving

Nice to have

Cross-cultural ministry experience, preferred

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