Ministry Leader - Los Angeles

Company: International Friendships, Inc.
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Introducing IFI, and why you want to be a Los Angeles Ministry Leader 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 Los Angeles Ministry Leader : 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 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 typically between $27,274 and $84,872 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 Christian organization Staff care to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staff 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: Serve international students by starting Bible discussion group, hosting events, and mentoring at least 1 international student Register and maintain IFI as a recognized student organization and build relationships with campus staff and organizations Establish partnerships with local churches and mobilize volunteers Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships by sharing the ministry's vision Qualifications needed from the Los Angeles Ministry Leader, including Spiritual Characteristics 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 Christians to be effective cross-cultural communicators of the Gospel Well organized with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks independently Be a self-starter, able to work independently, as well as a team player Ability to work under stress and be flexible Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applications Education/Experience Required for a Los Angeles Ministry Leader: Bachelor degree (or higher) in education and/or ministry-related field or demonstrated experience mobilizing, training, and ministering to people 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. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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