Ministry Leader - Philadelphia

International Friendships, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 27,274 - 84,872; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick days

Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Flexible hours and work-from-home availability

Support for mental, social, and spiritual health

Job summary

A faith-based organization is seeking a Philadelphia Ministry Leader to engage and support international students through Bible discussions and events. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in education or a ministry-related field, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as a team member. This role offers flexible work hours with the possibility of working from home. Candidates must adhere to the organization's faith and values.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to the organization's faith and values.
• Experience in mobilizing, training, and ministering to people.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Start Bible discussion groups and host events for international students.
• Build relationships with campus staff and organizations.
• Develop financial and prayer partnerships.

Skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Technology proficiency

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor degree in education or ministry-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google applications

Job description

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

International Friendships, Inc. is a growing faith‑based organization, 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 Philadelphia Ministry Leader

• Full‑ or part‑time, flexible schedule
• Occasional evenings and/or weekends for specific events/projects
• Attendance at several conferences each year, including IFI Staff Retreats

Pay structure for a Philadelphia 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 typically between $27,274 and $84,872 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors

Philadelphia 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 to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staff

About the area and Responsibilities of a Philadelphia Ministry Leader

Philadelphia is a very important city in the United States and served as the first capital and where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776. Not only is it the home of the Liberty Bell, Constitution Hall and the "Rocky Steps", it is also full of world‑class universities, such as the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel and Temple. There are more than 15,000 international students in the Philadelphia area, which makes it a very strategic location for international student ministry. This position is part of the Philadelphia ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving.

The Philadelphia Ministry Leader will:

• Serve international students by starting Bible discussion group, 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 Philadelphia Ministry Leader, including Spiritual Characteristics

• Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies
• Is faithful, loyal and dedicated to IFI's mandate from the Lord to extend God's love globally through equipping Christians to be effective cross‑cultural communicators of the Gospel
• Well organized with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks independently
• Be a self‑starter, able to work independently, as well as a team player
• Ability to work under stress and be flexible
• Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applications

Education/Experience Required for a Philadelphia Ministry Leader

• Bachelor degree (or higher) in education and/or ministry‑related field or demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to people

International Friendships, Inc. 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.