Senior Director, Community Programs
Apply NowCompany: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
Location: Chicago, IL 60629
Description:
Senior Director, Community Programs
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives, nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.
Why Join Us?
Mission-Driven Work: At Catholic Charities, we are dedicated to our community by improving lives, nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities through our faith-based mission.
Leadership Impact: This position offers the chance to make a significant difference in the community by overseeing diverse programs that provide essential services, such as food pantries, housing case management, and volunteer-led initiatives.
Tangible Results: See positive outcomes from your efforts! Lives are changed and communities are improved through the work you do each day.
The Senior Director of Community Programs leads and supports impactful community programs and initiatives across the region, including signature projects like Share our Table, Loaves and Fishes, and Diaper Depot, while fostering collaboration and accountability among Community Program leaders.
Job Responsibilities include:
CODIFY AND SUPPORT SIGNATURE COMMUNITY PROGRAMS ACROSS THE REGION. Provide functional leadership for signature initiatives: Share our Table community meals and Loaves and Fishes sandwich ministry, Woven Together clothing ministry, Diaper Depot, Welcome Home Project, and After Supper Visions. Support annual Celebration of Giving holiday drive. Support site-based Community Programs leaders, facilitate sharing of effective practices, develop accountability systems, and represent CCAC in these areas.
DEVELOP AND SHEPHERD COMMUNITY FELLOWS COHORTS. Bring a passion for community engagement, program development and operations, and mentorship. Develop, implement, and evaluate activities and resources for Community Fellows, setting them up for success as they lead volunteer-driven services including our Woven Together clothing ministry and our Share our Table community suppers. Facilitate connections between fellows and employees, the people we serve, and volunteers. Foster a supportive and collaborative cohort environment among fellows.
DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT BEST-IN-CLASS VOLUNTEER OPERATION. Ensure volunteers across Community Programs have meaningful opportunities to work with our frontline employees to serve CCAC's clients. Implement new systems so that CCAC can scale and strengthen our Community Programs. Liaise with Volunteer Relations team on behalf of Community Programs to ensure they are prepared to recruit and orient new volunteers. Key leader on a new cross-functional group with shared ownership of CCAC volunteers experience.
Additional duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
X Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day
X Lift up to 25 pounds
X Push and pull up to 25 pounds
X Climb up and down three (3) or more flights of stairs
Other Requirements:
X Background check, including any program specific requirements
Physical examination
Drug Testing
TB Testing
X Driver's License and reliable transportation Agency-specified automobile insurance
Immediate Supervisor: Vice President, Community Programs
Directly Supervises: Community Fellows, Volunteers
Education and Experience Requirements:
Relevant Education
Preferred: Master's Degree
Minimum: Bachelor's Degree
Relevant Experience
Preferred: 7+ years experience in leadership and program operations
Minimum: 4+ years experience in leadership and program operations
Certification/Licensure
Preferred: N/A
Minimum: N/A
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives, nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.
Why Join Us?
Mission-Driven Work: At Catholic Charities, we are dedicated to our community by improving lives, nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities through our faith-based mission.
Leadership Impact: This position offers the chance to make a significant difference in the community by overseeing diverse programs that provide essential services, such as food pantries, housing case management, and volunteer-led initiatives.
Tangible Results: See positive outcomes from your efforts! Lives are changed and communities are improved through the work you do each day.
The Senior Director of Community Programs leads and supports impactful community programs and initiatives across the region, including signature projects like Share our Table, Loaves and Fishes, and Diaper Depot, while fostering collaboration and accountability among Community Program leaders.
Job Responsibilities include:
CODIFY AND SUPPORT SIGNATURE COMMUNITY PROGRAMS ACROSS THE REGION. Provide functional leadership for signature initiatives: Share our Table community meals and Loaves and Fishes sandwich ministry, Woven Together clothing ministry, Diaper Depot, Welcome Home Project, and After Supper Visions. Support annual Celebration of Giving holiday drive. Support site-based Community Programs leaders, facilitate sharing of effective practices, develop accountability systems, and represent CCAC in these areas.
DEVELOP AND SHEPHERD COMMUNITY FELLOWS COHORTS. Bring a passion for community engagement, program development and operations, and mentorship. Develop, implement, and evaluate activities and resources for Community Fellows, setting them up for success as they lead volunteer-driven services including our Woven Together clothing ministry and our Share our Table community suppers. Facilitate connections between fellows and employees, the people we serve, and volunteers. Foster a supportive and collaborative cohort environment among fellows.
DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT BEST-IN-CLASS VOLUNTEER OPERATION. Ensure volunteers across Community Programs have meaningful opportunities to work with our frontline employees to serve CCAC's clients. Implement new systems so that CCAC can scale and strengthen our Community Programs. Liaise with Volunteer Relations team on behalf of Community Programs to ensure they are prepared to recruit and orient new volunteers. Key leader on a new cross-functional group with shared ownership of CCAC volunteers experience.
Additional duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
X Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day
X Lift up to 25 pounds
X Push and pull up to 25 pounds
X Climb up and down three (3) or more flights of stairs
Other Requirements:
X Background check, including any program specific requirements
Physical examination
Drug Testing
TB Testing
X Driver's License and reliable transportation Agency-specified automobile insurance
Immediate Supervisor: Vice President, Community Programs
Directly Supervises: Community Fellows, Volunteers
Education and Experience Requirements:
Relevant Education
Preferred: Master's Degree
Minimum: Bachelor's Degree
Relevant Experience
Preferred: 7+ years experience in leadership and program operations
Minimum: 4+ years experience in leadership and program operations
Certification/Licensure
Preferred: N/A
Minimum: N/A