Campus Minister - Detroit

About Us

International Friendships, Inc. (IFI) is a dynamic, faith-based organization dedicated to offering life-changing hospitality and friendship to international college students. Our services include airport pickups, holiday hosting, temporary housing, conversation partnerships, and social events and trips.

• Full- or part-time options available with a flexible schedule.
• Occasional evenings and weekends required for specific events/projects.
• Attendance at several conferences each year, including IFI Staff Retreats.

• Develop a team to support salary, benefits, and ministry expenses.
• Training provided to build a team of ministry partners.
• Pay range typically $27,274- $84,872 post-support development, based on experience and other factors.

• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and more (eligibility required).
• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision) for eligible staff.
• Flexible hours and work-from-home availability.
• Opportunity to work with a growing Christian organization.
• Staff care to support mental, social, and spiritual health.

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.

• 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.

• Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and enjoys working with people.
• Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applications.

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum one-year involvement in campus ministry or completion of IFI ISEED Program.

IFI is an equal opportunity employer. If you are dedicated to extending God's love globally and willing to adhere to our statement of beliefs, we welcome your application.

Salary: $27274 - $84872 per year