Manager of Mission Initiatives

Job title Manager of Mission Initiatives Current holder N/A Reports to Director of Mission Initiatives Location Archdiocese Pastoral Center FLSA Status Exempt EEOC Classification First/Mid-Level Manager The Catholic Church of Philadelphia and its entities are Roman Catholic religious organizations and all employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church. Job purpose and opportunity The Catholic Church of Philadelphia is embarking on a bold, 20-year journey of renewal through the Trust and Hope initiative. At the heart of this transformation is an urgent reality: 83% of baptized Catholics are not regularly participating in the life of the Church. Central to this multi-faceted renewal strategy is the establishment of 50 Missionary Hubs across the Catholic Church of Philadelphia over the next ten years, designed to reach those who have drifted away and invite them into transformative relationships with Jesus Christ through bold witness, authentic encounter, and digital evangelization that meets people where they live, work, and scroll. We are seeking a dynamic and organized Manager of Mission Initiatives who will be dedicated to shepherding the details of guiding the staff of regional Missionary Hubs rooted in the values and teachings of the Catholic faith and consistent with the Archbishop's vision. Reporting to the Director of Mission Initiatives, this leadership role will be instrumental in moving forward the Archbishop's initiative to re-engage those who are not currently attending Mass as well as engaging all people in the Philadelphia area.

Essential attributes Apostolic heart:

You understand we are living in apostolic times requiring missionary, not maintenance strategies.

Creative vision:

You imagine new ways to tell ancient truths and translate the Church's mission for contemporary culture. Detail-oriented, resilient, humble: You care about excellence in every pixel and word, navigate ambiguity with grace, and serve with joy. Builder's mentality : You thrive in environments where the roadmap is still being written. You're energized by roles that evolve as the mission matures, and you can toggle seamlessly between big-picture vision and the day-to-day details that bring it to life. Duties and responsibilities Faith-Aligned Planning and Project Management Be attentive to the details of guiding the staff of the Missionary Hubs and the pastors with whom they collaborate. Manage projects, in collaboration with other Strategy Office staff, the Catholic Leadership Institute (CLI), and other departments that contribute to the strategic plan of the Catholic Church of Philadelphia. Work with collaborators to develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the spiritual and societal impact of strategic initiatives, in addition to conventional metrics Work as part of a team to identify potential locations for the next phases of Missionary Hubs as described at https://trustandhope.org Operational Experience Design and manage operational processes and systems to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and collaboration across various departments and ministries within the parishes and Missionary Hubs Discover opportunities to ensure responsible stewardship of resources, including reviewing budgets with Hub Directors in a way that aligns with the values of the Church Collaborative Ministry & Communications Foster collaboration and unity among the Hubs, guiding the team to work harmoniously toward fulfilling the Archdiocese's mission in accordance with the teachings of the Church Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field (Master's degree strongly preferred. Proven experience in operations management, or leadership, preferably within a nonprofit or religious organization. Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the Roman Catholic Church and deep familiarity with archdiocesan and parish structures and a thorough understanding of Catholic parish life and ministry. Financial acumen with demonstrated experience in budgeting and resource allocation, aligned with Catholic values. Exceptional leadership skills, rooted in faith, with the ability to inspire and guide teams toward common spiritual and organizational objectives. Strategic thinker with the ability to translate the Church's teachings and values into actionable plans and measurable outcomes. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills deeply embedded in Gospel values and teachings of the Catholic Church. Proven track record of leading a successful team in a project management role. Working conditions Some nights and weekends may be required for additional meetings. Physical requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 25 lbs. Direct reports This position sits within the Strategy Office and reports to the Director of Mission Initiatives . Day-to-day collaboration and operational guidance will be provided by the Director of Operations of the Strategy Office. You will also work closely with Missionary Hub Directors, Communications Managers, parish leaders, and Archdiocesan communications staff.

Location :

Archdiocese Pastoral Center