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International Friendships, Inc.

Communications Manager

International Friendships, Inc., Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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Overview International Friendships, Inc. (IFI) is a growing faith‑based organization whose mission is to extend life‑changing hospitality and friendship to international college students. Staff at IFI are servant leaders who love helping students from around the world feel at home on their U.S. campuses. Services include airport pickups, holiday hosting, temporary housing, conversation partnerships, social events and trips.

The National Communications Manager supports the Operations Lead in developing and executing communication strategies—including website and public relations—to clearly articulate IFI’s mission. This role ensures effective communication with international students and scholars, volunteers, donors, staff, and partnering churches while collaborating with leadership on strategic initiatives.

Expected Work Schedule

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

Requires the development of a ministry partner team to cover salary, benefits, and ministry expenses

Training is provided to develop a team of ministry partners

Pay range is typically between $16.98/hr and $44.57/hr after the period of support development, based on experience and other factors

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

Research and develop social media strategies to be used by IFI ministry locations nationwide

Plan, film, and edit videos, and work with video production companies, to vividly express IFI’s ministry to volunteers, donors and international students

Design print and online graphics for IFI collateral including newsletters, brochures, videos and IFI’s website

Manage other communications staff and any interns to help them excel in their work and meet deadlines and requirements

Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role, ensure minimum monetary standards are achieved, and send out a ministry newsletter at least every other month to partners

Qualifications / Expectations

Adherence to IFI’s statement of faith, core values, policies, and ECFA Standards as practiced by IFI

Well organized with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks independently

Ability to communicate with diverse populations from different ethnic backgrounds

Ability to work successfully in a team

Ability to work under stress and be flexible

Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applications

Required Education / Experience

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree

Minimum of 3 years of work experience in online media, graphic design, video production, and copywriting

At least 1 year of experience supervising the work of others

Proficient use of apps such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Audition & Canva

Experience with web programming, IT troubleshooting, blogging/copywriting, and WordPress (preferred)

Experience in cross‑cultural ministry (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.

Salary: $16.98 – $44.57 per hour

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