Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Norman Ministry Coordinator 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 Norman Ministry Coordinator:Full- or part-time, flexible scheduleOccasional evenings and/or weekends for specific events/projectsAttendance at several conferences each year, including IFI Staff RetreatsPay structure for a Norman Ministry Coordinator: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 $28,093 and $87,418 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factorsNorman Ministry Coordinator Benefits:Paid vacation, sick, holidays, and more (once eligible)Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for eligible staffFlexible hours and work-from-home availabilityWork for a growing Christian organizationStaff care to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staffAbout the area and Responsibilities of a Norman Ministry Coordinator:Norman, OK is not only a college town, but it perfectly balances small-town charm with big-city perks. It has many great attractions including, the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Lake Thunderbird State Park, and Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art. But, the big thing in town is the University of Oklahoma (OU). Not only does it have a world class college football program, it's also the home of about 2,000 international students. The bottom line is that OU is a great place to do international student ministry. The Norman Ministry Coordinator will:Campus Ministry Coordinate/participate in cultural activities/tripsExtend hospitality to international students, such as welcoming them to the area, providing transportation to activities, and familiarizing them with their new environmentParticipate in an outreach activity, such as a Bible discussion group, friendship partnership, or 1-on-1 discipleshipChurch RelationsEstablish new church relationships Activate church coordinators and facilitate their involvementMaintain data related to church partnerships and coordinatorsVolunteer CoordinationWork with volunteers, including recruitment and matching to activitiesAttend and assist volunteers during outreach activities and big eventsMaintain data related to volunteersQualifications needed from the Norman Ministry Coordinator, including Spiritual CharacteristicsAdherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policiesIs 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 GospelWell organized with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks independentlyBe a self-starter, as well as a team playerAbility to work under stress and be flexibleEnjoys working with people and has strong interpersonal skills, especially when addressing a dissatisfied student or volunteerProficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applicationsEducation/Experience Preferred for Norman Ministry Coordinator:Bachelor degree (or higher) in education and/or ministry-related field or demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to peopleCross-cultural ministry experience, preferredInternational 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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