International Friendships, Inc.
Ministry Leader - Los Angeles
2 months ago
Los Angeles
Job Description Join IFI as a Los Angeles Ministry Leader: At International Friendships, Inc. (IFI), we're passionate about making the world feel at home. If you love inviting people from all nations into your home, building meaningful friendships, and sharing Jesus, you'll thrive in the IFI family! We are committed to intimacy with Christ, spiritual growth, and hospitality in partnership with churches. Work Schedule: We offer flexible full or part time options. Overtime or weekends may be required for specific events as well as attendance at the annual IFI retreat. Pay Structure: IFI provides Ministry Leaders with training in personal fundraising, enabling them to build a support team to cover their salary, benefits, ministry expenses, and prayer needs. The salary ranges from $25,709 to $80,000, depending on experience and contingent on funding. Los Angeles Ministry Leader Benefits: Benefits include paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and devotion days, along with health coverage (medical, dental, vision). A staff care team is also available to support the Ministry Leader's mental, social, and spiritual well-being. About the area and Responsibilities of a Los Angeles Ministry Leader Los Angeles is an extremely strategic location for international student ministry. It is the second largest city in the United States and the metro area has around 50,000 international students on at least 18 colleges and universities. Two of those universities have international student populations in the top 10 of all universities in the United States (UCLA, USC). US News and World Report ranks UCLA as the number 1 public university in the United States. Future leaders from all over the world are preparing for their future in the Los Angeles area. This position is part of the Los Angeles ministry team and requires the candidate to live near the campus on which they will be serving. The Los Angeles 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 To be considered, you must adhere to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies. The role requires a person of strong character, committed to extending God's love globally by equipping volunteers to effectively communicate about God's love across cultures. Education/Experience for a Los Angeles Ministry Leader • Proven experience in ministry, training, and mobilization is required, • Cross-cultural experience is preferred Job Posted by ApplicantPro