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Detroit Campus Minister

International Friendships, Inc. (IFI)
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Join Our Team as a Detroit Campus Minister with International Friendships Inc. (IFI)

International Friendships, Inc. is a faith-based non-profit. The mission of IFI is to extend life-changing love and friendship to international college students out of reverence for Jesus. We do this by offering services, such as airport pickups, holiday hosting, temporary housing, conversation partnerships, and social events and trips.

 

Want to learn a bit more about us? Learn what it is like to work with IFI and our cultural values!

 

Most positions with IFI require the development of a ministry partner team that supplies the necessary prayer and financial support to cover salary, benefits, and ministry expenses. If God is calling you to work with IFI, after your acceptance to become a staff member, we will provide you with the training you will need to develop a team of ministry partners who will support your ministry.

Learn more about what developing a ministry partnership team entails.

 

We would love to connect, learn more about how God is leading, and if we would be a good fit! Submit a short inquiry form by going to “Apply Now” here.

 

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 $25,709 and $80,000 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

Responsibilities:

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

IFI is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must adhere to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies. If you're passionate about making a global impact, we invite you to apply and join our vibrant team at IFI!

 

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

 

We would love to connect, learn more about how God is leading, and if we would be a good fit! Submit a short inquiry form by going to “Apply Now” here.