Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Support Raising 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 Support Raising 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 a Support Raising Specialist :

• 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 $26,480 and $82,400 after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors

Support Raising Specialist 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
• Staff care to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staff

Responsibilities of a Support Raising Specialist

The overall role of the Support Raising Specialist is to help move the MPD (Ministry Partner Development) Department forward in the four categories of Coaching, Training, Structure, and Culture. This is accomplished through coordinated efforts and strategy with the MPD Manager. A successful Support Raising Specialist will be involved in coaching others weekly, develop proficiency in MPD health assessment tools, and help facilitate the orientation process of new MPD staff.

The Support Raising Specialist will (list not all inclusive):

• Participate in fundraising coaching and accountability processes (new and veteran staff)
• Coordinate training with staff by facilitating participation in Via Bootcamps
• Be proficient with our fundraising health and feedback assessment tools
• Consistent communication with new and existing staff regarding helpful training topics
• Help staff craft and fulfill their individual MPD Plans

Qualifications/expectations of the Support Raising Specialist:

• Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies
• Is faithful, loyal and dedicated to IFI's mandate from the Lord to extend God's love globally through equipping volunteers to be effective cross-cultural communicators
• Well organized with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks independently
• Ability to work under stress and be flexible
• Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applications

Support Raising Specialist Required Education/Experience:

• Cross-cultural experience preferred
• 1 - 3 years of fundraising experience preferred

International 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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