Are you looking for an opportunity to GROW in ministry? Are you willing to radically love those around you? Vagabond Missions is looking for a Program Coordinator ready to plan and execute ministry programs, helping a successful inner-city ministry reach even more hearts in the Mobile community. Do you have a heart for Jesus, and want to make Him known? Program Coordinators are motivated to see the Gospel shared in the city they serve through direct discipleship with inner-city teens, program planning and execution, engaging with volunteers, empowering teens or Underground alumni or peer leadership and deeper integration of the Catholic faith in their life.
Qualifications: - A deep love for Jesus Christ and a passion for serving at-risk youth. - Strong leadership, organizational, and relational skills. - 3-5 years experience in youth ministry, discipleship, or program management preferred. - Ability to fundraise and build donor relationships. - Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. - Commitment to the mission and values of Vagabond Missions.
Responsibilities: - Program Planning and Execution: Lead & oversee weekly programs: Breakout, bible study, Worship nights, High school clubs, tutoring, life skills clubs (or similar); Plan and execute retreats, service projects, and special events throughout the year - Youth Discipleship and Engagement: Work weekly in direct discipleship with teens, focusing on personal spiritual growth and mentorship; Coordinate and mentor dedicated teens and/ or graduated teens to grow as peer leaders, helping them integrate their faith life more and grow in discipleship, responsibility and maturity - Volunteer Support: Coordinate volunteer involvement in various programs - Fundraising and Budgeting: Personally support raise salary and communicate regularly with donors, utilizing the organization's fundraising training and methodology to cultivate relationships; Support fundraising initiatives that directly fund program operations and expansion
Benefits: - Hybrid salaried pay (personal support raising combined with VM stipend) - Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance plans offered along with the option to make voluntary deferrals into a 403(b). - Flexible but predictable work schedule - Time off includes: 12 days paid vacation, 10 days off between Christmas and New Years for the Christmas Respite, Certain federal holidays or holy days given off throughout the year, Monthly Spiritual Day - Option to obtain a MA in Theology from Franciscan University for 50% tuition
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Shannon Loucks at [email protected].
