Los Angeles Ministry Leader

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

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.

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 Los Angeles Ministry Leader:

• 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 an Los Angeles 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 between $25,709 and $80,000 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors

Los Angeles 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 faith-based organization
• Staff care team to support mental, social, and spiritual wellness

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:

• Launch your ministry location by building relationships with university staff, establishing partnerships with churches, mobilizing volunteers, and hosting Bible discussions and holiday and cultural events
• Mentor at least one international student and share the love of Jesus on campus
• Register IFI as a recognized student organization, maintain that registration, and maintain a good relationship with other campus international organizations
• Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role by sharing the vision of the ministry

Qualifications Needed from the Los Angeles Ministry Leader, including Spiritual Characteristics

• Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies
• Faithful in sharing the faith and hospitality to international students as well as mentoring 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 for an Los Angeles Ministry Leader

• Demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to people required
• Bachelor degree
• Experience in cross-cultural contexts, preferred

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.