Regional Coordinator for Diocesan Faith Formation

Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 73,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A regional religious organization is seeking a Program Assistant / Parish Support Specialist to develop and sustain initiatives in evangelization and catechesis. The role includes acting as a liaison to parishes, coordinating events, and providing resources to support catechetical leaders. Candidates must possess a relevant master’s degree, leadership experience, and strong communication skills. This full-time position involves occasional travel and collaboration with parish leadership in North Carolina.

Qualifications

Must be a practicing Catholic, active in a parish.
Five years of successful experience in parish/diocesan work.
Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Catechetical Formation with programs and events.
Liaison with parish leadership for communication and support.
Monitor the diocesan website for current information.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Catechist formation

Spanish

Education

Master's degree in religious education or related field

Pontifical Catechetical Diploma

Master Catechist Certificate

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SUMMARY:

The Northern Regional Coordinator / Parish Support Specialist for the Office of Faith Formation will assist with all aspects of developing and sustaining initiatives in the areas of evangelization, catechesis, and discipleship to stakeholders served throughout Catechetical Formation. The Regional Coordinator will act as liaison between the Office of Faith Formation and the parishes in the Winston-Salem/Greensboro Vicariates, providing communication, support, and programs to assist the diocese in the catechetical apostolate. Additionally, the Northern Regional Coordinator will work with the Faith Formation Team to devise and communicate a strategy to support leaders and create resources for existing and new programming, assisting the Director with the design and support of programs, training, and other events that encourage people of all ages to become more fully involved in the life of their parish and grow in their Catholic Faith. Ongoing programs include but are not limited to: Totus Tuus, Bishop’s Youth Pilgrimage, Diocesan Catechetical Conference, Eucharistic Congress, Catechist Certification, retreats, days of reflection, catechist formation, and Parish Catechetical Program Leader (PCPL) meetings. Lastly, this position will assist with other relevant tasks both within the office and regionally, as designated by the Director of the Office of Catechetical Formation.

Description

SUMMARY:

The Northern Regional Coordinator / Parish Support Specialist for the Office of Faith Formation will assist with all aspects of developing and sustaining initiatives in the areas of evangelization, catechesis, and discipleship to stakeholders served throughout Catechetical Formation. The Regional Coordinator will act as liaison between the Office of Faith Formation and the parishes in the Winston-Salem/Greensboro Vicariates, providing communication, support, and programs to assist the diocese in the catechetical apostolate. Additionally, the Northern Regional Coordinator will work with the Faith Formation Team to devise and communicate a strategy to support leaders and create resources for existing and new programming, assisting the Director with the design and support of programs, training, and other events that encourage people of all ages to become more fully involved in the life of their parish and grow in their Catholic Faith. Ongoing programs include but are not limited to: Totus Tuus, Bishop’s Youth Pilgrimage, Diocesan Catechetical Conference, Eucharistic Congress, Catechist Certification, retreats, days of reflection, catechist formation, and Parish Catechetical Program Leader (PCPL) meetings. Lastly, this position will assist with other relevant tasks both within the office and regionally, as designated by the Director of the Office of Catechetical Formation.

Essential Functions

The following, although not exhaustive, are responsibilities of the Northern Region Coordinator / Parish Support Specialist for the Office of Faith Formation:

The Parish Support Specialist for the Office of Faith Formation:
Assist the Director of Catechetical Formation and staff to design new and support existing programs, training, and other events through the Catechetical Formation Office.
Securing speakers, musicians, and venues, etc.
Developing pertinent themes and advertising materials.
Help to expand the outreach of Catechetical Formation programs by using social media, email, phone, and face-to-face meetings.
Monitor the diocesan website to ensure that data is current, attractive, and user-friendly.
Assist with the development of resources for successful diocesan events.
Act as liaison between the diocesan office of Faith Formation and parish leadership in the Greensboro and Winston-Salem Vicariates.
Present a proposed annual budget for approval; monitor the approved budget; maintain accurate and timely financial records.
Assist in providing for catechist certification programs, sacramental preparation programs, adult formation & discipleship training in the diocese.
Assist in recruiting parish catechetical program leaders, forwarding resumes to the Office of Faith Formation, and engendering commitment and competence.
Provide regular meetings (one-on-one/group) for the Catechetical Leaders in the Region.
Provide orientation for new Parish Catechetical Program Leaders as needed.
Encourage participation in the Education Vicariate in-service programs.
Provide resources for parishes as needed and requested (e.g., recent ecclesial documents and programs).
Provide and maintain records as requested by the diocese.
Gather survey results as directed by the Office of Faith Formation.
Provide regular information on these and other topics as needed:

i. Sacramental Policies of the Diocese

ii. Catechetical Formation Opportunities

iii. Employee Handbook Policies

iv. Diocesan Code of Ethics

v. Youth Ministry Protocols

vi. Safe Environment Programs

vii. Diocesan Catechetical Conference

viii. Diocesan Eucharistic Congress

Perform other relevant tasks for the diocese and the Office of Faith Formation as designated by the Director of the Office of Faith Formation.

Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Must be a practicing Catholic, faithful to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church, registered and active in a parish. Possess a master’s degree in religious education (or an allied field), a Pontifical Catechetical Diploma, a Master Catechist Certificate, or the equivalent.
Have five years of demonstrable successful experience in parish/diocesan work.
Have the ability to collaborate, communicate, and cooperate.
Be well-rounded in catechist formation and continuing education.
Possesses good written and oral communication skills.
Spanish is a plus.

Working Environment

This position is full-time and requires occasional travel to parishes on weeknights, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing job duties, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to finger, handle, or feel, and is required to talk and hear. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and climb stairs.
Employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The job requires the ability to see at close proximity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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