Head of Latino Ministries & Strategy

Evangelical-Lutheran-Church-in-Americ; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403b retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) invites a seasoned Latino Ministries Advisor to advance the Latino Ministry Strategy across churchwide units, synods, and congregations. You will collaborate with AML to refresh the strategy to reflect demographic growth and needs, and you will build resources for Latino rostered ministers and lay leaders.

Based in Chicago with hybrid work, the role requires 7+ years in ministry/non-profit leadership, intercultural ministry skills, and strong

Qualifications

• 7+ years leading ministry or non-profit programs and strategic planning.
• Master’s degree preferred; strong knowledge of Latino ministry.
• ELCA rostered minister or lay leader preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counsel to churchwide units, synods, and congregations on Latino ministries.
• Oversee Latino Ministry Strategy implementation across units and AML collaboration.
• Develop annual activity plans with measurable goals for Latino communities.
• Advise colleagues on creation and support of Latino ministries and grant guidance.

Skills

Latino ministry

Non-profit leadership

Strategic planning

Community organizing

Intercultural ministry

Stakeholder collaboration

Budgeting

Program development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows OS

Job description

The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) invites a seasoned Latino Ministries Advisor to advance the Latino Ministry Strategy across churchwide units, synods, and congregations. You will collaborate with AML to refresh the strategy to reflect demographic growth and needs, and you will build resources for Latino rostered ministers and lay leaders.

Based in Chicago with hybrid work, the role requires 7+ years in ministry/non-profit leadership, intercultural ministry skills, and strong