At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop international student ministries in Newcastle with local churches.
- Company: Friends International, a mission agency dedicated to supporting international students.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training support, and the opportunity to build a personal network.
- Other info: Flexible hours with potential for full-time work and excellent community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of international students while growing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Degree level education, passion for cross-cultural ministry, and strong communication skills.
Friends International is an evangelical mission agency dedicated to supporting and equipping churches to reach international students for Christ. We currently have 80 staff working in 35 university towns and cities across the UK and Ireland.
As a Centre Team Leader, you will fulfil a vital role in working with the local team to develop international student ministries with and alongside evangelical churches in Newcastle. This will involve mobilising volunteers and liaising with church leaders to take the ministry forward. Personal evangelism and discipleship with international students will also be a key component of the work, as you seek to provide a model for others.
You will be:
- Educated to degree level or its equivalent
- Passionate about cross-cultural ministry
- A visionary able to prioritise and think strategically
- A team builder with gifts of encouragement and pastoral care
- An effective communicator
- Committed to pursuing unity and building bridges across the evangelical spectrum
- A self-starter, able to manage time and resources well
- Committed to the life of a local church
- Willing to raise personal support from churches and individuals
Hours: Up to full-time (35 hours), dependent on level of available finance (i.e. sufficient money for your own salary and work-related expenses from mission giving).
Salary: The salary will be pro rata of £36,373 per annum for a 35-hour week. With training and support, the post holder will raise the costs of salary, employment, training and work-related costs by developing a network of personal prayer and financial partners (churches and individuals).
International Student Ministry Opportunity: Centre Team Leader (Newcastle) in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: One Stop Centre for Advice and Resources
As a leading charity in Stroud, the One Stop Centre for Advice and Resources offers a fulfilling work environment where you can truly make a difference in the lives of young people. With a strong commitment to employee development and a culture rooted in Christian values, we provide ample opportunities for growth and collaboration within a supportive team. Join us to be part of a mission-driven organisation that values your contributions and fosters a sense of community.
Contact Details:
One Stop Centre for Advice and Resources Recruitment Team
