Job Description
Job Description
Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Digital Ministry Specialist 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 Digital Ministry Specialist :
- 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 an Digital Ministry Specialist :
Requires the development of a ministry partner team which supplies the necessary prayer and financial support to cover salary, benefits, and ministry expensesTraining is provided to develop a team of ministry partnersPay range is typically between $25,709 and $80,000 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factorsDigital Ministry Specialist Benefits :
Paid vacation, sick, holidays, and more (once eligible)Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for eligible staffFlexible hours and work-from-home availabilityStaff care to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staffDigital Ministry Specialist Responsibilities :
Our Digital Ministry Specialist will investigate, implement, manage, and train staff on use of online methods of outreach to internationals. They will work closely with the Communications team, as well as campus ministry leadership to accomplish this. This is a remote opportunity which can be done in person or a hybrid schedule for candidates in Columbus, OH.
Regularly research and test new online technologies for making personal connectionsFacilitate online Bible discussions with international studentsActively participate in social media groups, online forums etc. to connect with more international studentsRespond to online questions submitted by international students on IFI websitesRecruit and train a volunteer team to do multiply online outreach effortsDevelop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role, ensure minimum monetary standards are achieved, and send out a ministry newsletter at least every other month to partnersShare successful technology and tips with Campus MinistersQualifications from the Digital Ministry Specialist :
Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policiesWell organized with attention-to-detail and ability to complete tasks independentlyAbility to communicate with diverse populations from different ethnic backgroundsAbility to work successfully in a teamHas demonstrated ability as a developer of leadershipAbility to work under stress and be flexibleProficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applicationsEducation / Experience Preferred for Digital Ministry Specialist :
Experience in cross-cultural ministryCertificate-level completion of Perspectives on the World Christian movement is preferred, and, if not existent, should be completed within three years of employment with IFIInternational 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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