Posted 18 days ago
Description
Position Objective
Works in collaboration with local parish/ school administrators, businesses leaders and community organizations to develop and execute Catholic Charities’ vision in meeting the emergency assistance needs of the communities we serve; identifying and promoting Catholic Social Teaching and engaging a broad base of parishioners in the work of addressing poverty. Salary range $45,000-$52,000 depending on qualifications.
Essential Duties
- Functions as the liaison between Catholic Charities and parishes by developing partnerships with parish leadership.
- Collaborates with Volunteer Manager to recruit parish-based volunteers to support program outreach efforts and other agency needs.
- Develops and presents information to parishes including presentations during Masses.
- Actively pursues opportunities for Catholic Charities staff to present to parish organizations, including school students.
- Makes presentations on Catholic Social Teaching.
- Recruits and supports a Catholic Charities advocate in individual parish communities.
- Collaborates with the Marketing department to maintain presence in parish communications, including email messaging, parish bulletins, website links and parish social media.
- Develops partnerships with parish/school administrators to determine parish/community emergency assistance needs and maximize available resources in meeting those needs.
- Develops and supports in‑kind donation drive events with local businesses, parishes and schools to meet the anticipated assistance needs.
- In conjunction with Marketing Director, plans and executes the annual Second Collection.
- Builds relationships with local business partners for emergency assistance resources.
- Acquires and maintains in‑depth knowledge of internal programming and resources, including eligibility criteria for each program.
- Acquires and maintains in‑depth knowledge of diocesan‑wide community resources specific to housing, transportation, rent and utility assistance, mental health, physical health, food, employment, and substance abuse needs to share with parish partners.
- Tracks data and completes reports as required.
- Provide support and backup to the Volunteer Services team.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Required Experience
- 3 years pastoral staff experience in Missouri Catholic parish (i.e., ministerial, operations, administrative), demonstrating an understanding of how parishes operate.
- Prior experience with Catholic Social Teachings and presenting cogent and articulate presentations.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Professional demeanor, flexible and able to respond to multiple demands.
- Ability to procure cooperation from colleagues at all levels with a collaborative approach.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
- Ability to consistently meet deadlines and produce timely and accurate data/reports in a fast‑paced environment.
- High energy and passion for the mission and ministry of Catholic Charities is essential.
