Director of Mission Initiatives

Job
title
Director of Mission Initiatives
Current holder
N/A
Reports to
Chief Strategy Officer
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 visionary Director of Missionary Hubs who will be dedicated to 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 directly to the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), 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.

Duties and responsibilities Faith-Aligned Planning and Project Management

• Be the key point of contact for the staff of the Missionary Hubs and the pastors with whom they
• Oversee and 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
• Maintain 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
• Oversee operational processes and systems to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and collaboration across various departments and ministries within the Missionary Hubs
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in the Strategy Office to ensure responsible stewardship of resources, including reviewing budgets with Hub Directors in a way that aligns with the values of the Church
• Apostolic heart: You understand we are living in apostolic times requiring missionary strategies, 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.

collaborate.

Operational Experience

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
• Guide the outbound communications of the Missionary Hubs to parishes, communities and other stakeholders in a way that embraces the message of Jesus
• Nurture a team culture among the Missionary Hubs grounded in faith, providing guidance and mentorship to cultivate talent and uphold the teachings of the Church. Aid in recruiting, hiring and training new Missionary Hub staff
• Cultivate meaningful relationships with clergy, parish leaders, community partners, fostering a shared commitment to advancing the mission of the Catholic Church of Philadelphia.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related
• 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

Leadership and Faith-Centered Team Development

Qualifications
Qualifications Core Competencies

field (Master's degree strongly preferred)

• Proven track record of leading a successful team in a project management role

Character & Mindset

Working conditions

• Some nights and weekends may be required for additional meetings

Salary
: $100,000 annually

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
Chief Strategy Officer
. 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