Director, Social Justice & City Mission — Lead Impact

Grkroccenter; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 109,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

403(b) retirement

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Director of the Center for Social Justice + City Mission to lead initiatives addressing social issues, empower communities, and advance its mission in the Central Territory. This role requires strategic program development, partnership building, education, and resource provision.

You will supervise staff, oversee operations and grants, manage communications, and collaborate with territorial leadership to implement anti-trafficking and community development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in theology/ministry, intercultural studies, psychology, public policy, public health, social work or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 3+ years in public relations, social work, grants/government contracts, project management and program development; youth/young-adult leadership background is a plus.
• Strong Microsoft Office and computer skills; excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Center for Social Justice + City Mission initiatives and supervise staff and interns.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate social justice and city mission programs and campaigns across the Territory.
• Oversee daily operations, grants, and external partnerships; manage social media and website content.
• Coordinate fundraising opportunities and grant applications; monitor outcomes and impact.
• Represent The Salvation Army with external partners and at events; advise divisions on anti-trafficking initiatives.
• Travel as needed to support territorial and national activities.

Skills

MS Office suite

Written and verbal communication

Presentation and facilitation

Project management

Community partnerships

Data management

Grant writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in theology/ministry or related field

Job description

The Salvation Army is seeking a Director of the Center for Social Justice + City Mission to lead initiatives addressing social issues, empower communities, and advance its mission in the Central Territory. This role requires strategic program development, partnership building, education, and resource provision.

You will supervise staff, oversee operations and grants, manage communications, and collaborate with territorial leadership to implement anti-trafficking and community development