NET Ministries President

Diocese of Winona-Rochester; West Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

NET Ministries, founded in 1981, is a Catholic, lay-led nonprofit serving youth, parishes, schools, and dioceses nationwide. The President will provide strategic and spiritual leadership, guiding NET through its next growth phase while strengthening its national presence and fundraising.

Reporting to the Board, the President will lead operations, engage with bishops and donors, build a strong leadership team, and ensure excellence in mission-driven outreach to youth evangelization and

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic committed to Catholic teachings and mission.
• Experience leading Catholic ministry, nonprofit, or similar organization.
• Strong strategic planning and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• Passion for youth evangelization and discipleship.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership aligned with NET's mission and Catholic identity.
• Lead strategic planning and organizational growth.
• Direct operations, financial stewardship, and organizational performance.
• Build relationships with bishops, clergy, donors, ministry partners, and diocesan leaders.
• Partner with the Board of Directors on governance and organizational strategy.
• Lead, develop, and support the senior leadership team.
• Advance fundraising efforts and cultivate major donor relationships.
• Promote NET's mission nationally through public representation and partnerships.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Fundraising

Public speaking

Relationship building

Catholic ministry experience

Education

Advanced degree in business / nonprofit leadership / theology

Job description

Founded in 1981, NET Ministries is a Catholic, lay-led nonprofit dedicated to helping young people encounter Jesus Christ through evangelization and discipleship. Through retreat teams, discipleship teams, and YDisciple, NET serves youth, parishes, schools, and dioceses across the country. NET currently operates with an $8+ million budget, 62 employees, and a national ministry footprint serving more than 122,000 youth annually

Position Summary

The President serves as the chief executive officer and spiritual leader of NET Ministries, providing strategic, operational, and mission-driven leadership for the organization. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President will guide NET through its next phase of growth, strengthen its national presence, advance fundraising efforts, and cultivate a culture rooted in Catholic faith and missionary discipleship

• Provide visionary leadership aligned with NET's mission, values, and Catholic identity.
• Lead strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives.
• Direct overall operations, financial stewardship, and organizational performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with bishops, clergy, donors, ministry partners, and diocesan leaders.
• Partner with the Board of Directors on governance and organizational strategy.
• Lead, develop, and support the senior leadership team.
• Advance fundraising efforts and cultivate major donor relationships.
• Promote NET's mission nationally through public representation and partnerships.

About NET Ministries

Founded in 1981, NET Ministries is a Catholic, lay-led nonprofit dedicated to helping young people encounter Jesus Christ through evangelization and discipleship. Through retreat teams, discipleship teams, and YDisciple, NET serves youth, parishes, schools, and dioceses across the country. NET currently operates with an $8+ million budget, 62 employees, and a national ministry footprint serving more than 122,000 youth annually

Position Summary

The President serves as the chief executive officer and spiritual leader of NET Ministries, providing strategic, operational, and mission-driven leadership for the organization. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President will guide NET through its next phase of growth, strengthen its national presence, advance fundraising efforts, and cultivate a culture rooted in Catholic faith and missionary discipleship

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership aligned with NET's mission, values, and Catholic identity.
• Lead strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives.
• Direct overall operations, financial stewardship, and organizational performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with bishops, clergy, donors, ministry partners, and diocesan leaders.
• Partner with the Board of Directors on governance and organizational strategy.
• Lead, develop, and support the senior leadership team.
• Advance fundraising efforts and cultivate major donor relationships.
• Promote NET's mission nationally through public representation and partnerships.

Qualifications

Required

• Practicing Catholic committed to the teachings and mission of the Catholic Church.
• Demonstrated executive leadership experience in a Catholic ministry, nonprofit, or comparable organization.
• Strong strategic planning, organizational leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and public speaking abilities.
• Passion for youth evangelization and discipleship.

Preferred

• Five or more years leading a Catholic ministry.
• Experience working with boards of directors.
• Advanced degree in business, nonprofit leadership, theology, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Catholic youth ministry and missionary formation.
• Spanish language proficiency

Location & Travel

• Based in West St. Paul, Minnesota.
• Approximately 25% travel required.

Catholic Identity Requirement

This position requires a practicing Catholic who supports and upholds the teachings of the Catholic Church and serves as a credible witness to the faith in both professional conduct and public representation.