Director of Youth Evangelization & Mission

THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESES OF DES MOINES; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Roman Catholic Dioceses of Des Moines is seeking a Director of Youth Evangelization to lead a diocesan renewal of youth ministry as Confirmation moves to sixth grade. The role focuses on evangelization, accompaniment, and missionary discipleship across adolescence, listening to youth and families, and equipping parish leaders for sustained ministry.

Responsibilities include strategy development, parish coaching, and collaboration with schools and Catholic Charities, in a role that requires

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Theology, Catechetics and/or Religious Education or related field required.
• Minimum 3+ years in diocesan ministry or 5+ years in parish ministry.
• Travel required; must have reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the Diocese of Des Moines.
• Fluent in English; Spanish helpful.

Responsibilities

• Develop and renew diocesan strategy for youth evangelization aligned with the Diocesan Strategic Plan.
• Coach parishes in post-Confirmation pathways, evangelizing catechesis, and mission.
• Form and support clergy, parents, parish and school staff, youth ministers, and volunteers for relational ministry.
• Coordinate diocesan, regional, and national opportunities for youth formation.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Pastoral care

Cross-cultural sensitivity

Education

Master’s degree in Theology or related field

Job description

The Roman Catholic Dioceses of Des Moines is seeking a Director of Youth Evangelization to lead a diocesan renewal of youth ministry as Confirmation moves to sixth grade. The role focuses on evangelization, accompaniment, and missionary discipleship across adolescence, listening to youth and families, and equipping parish leaders for sustained ministry.

Responsibilities include strategy development, parish coaching, and collaboration with schools and Catholic Charities, in a role that requires