POSITION SUMMARY:
Within the 21-county service area of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, successfully promote and support the mission of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas as guided by the Moral and Social Teachings of the Roman Catholic Church by providing leadership and direction in the facilitation and development of new and existing parish and community partnerships (Catholic, non-Catholic, for-profit, and not-for-profit) through parish social ministry and community engagement (church, school, business and volunteers). EEO
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Demonstrate a passion for the mission of Catholic Charities, led by the Catholic identity guidelines, expectations and agency values
- Under the direction of the Senior Director of Community Engagement, execute an overarching strategic plan and key performance indicators for community engagement, parish engagement, and poverty education within the 21-county service area of Catholic Charities
- In partnership with the Senior Director of Community Engagement, implement a multi-level program of Catholic Social Teaching and Formation of the Heart curriculum serving parishes and schools in the Archdiocese
- In collaboration with the Senior Director of Community Engagement, host events – including lunch & learns, open houses and simulation activities – prepare and conduct community presentations and provide assistance at events that may occur outside regular working hours
- Lead the Outreach Team in promoting the mission of Catholic Charities in parishes, schools and the broader community; expanding food access (including SNAP, SFSP, CACFP and CSFP) in our 21-county service area; supporting internship programming within the agency; and soliciting material and gift-in-kind needs of Catholic Charities
- Manage departmental budget and ensure projects are completed effectively and on time.
- Create and maintain a departmental calendar
- Maintain internal data management system and complete internal and external reporting
- Collaborate with agency staff in responding to requests and providing support at parish, school and community events to strengthen our presence in the community
- Seek out and develop relationships with community partners, civic organizations, businesses and interfaith groups who share a commitment to social justice and shared agency values.
- Maintain familiarity with national and local social policy priorities established by KCC, CCUSA, USCCB and community allies.
- Other duties as assigned