Program Associate, Faith Formation & Grants

Bridgeport Diocese; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

EAP

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Mission-centered workplace

Job summary

Foundations in Faith, Inc. in Shelton, CT seeks a Program Associate to manage and advance grantmaking initiatives, including the St. John Paul II Fund for Faith Formation. You will serve as the main contact for grant recipients and work with pastors, parish staff, and diocesan partners to implement grantmaking strategies.

The role emphasizes communications, reporting, and community engagement to demonstrate program impact and outcomes. A bachelor’s degree and bilingual capabilities are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in grant management or nonprofit administration.
• Fluency in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to Catholic mission and Diocese work.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall grant application, review, selection, award, compliance, and reporting processes.
• Oversee the St. John Paul II Fund for Faith Formation.
• Serve as primary liaison with pastors, parish staff, and donors.
• Prepare regular and annual program reports for leadership and donors.
• Develop and implement grantmaking strategies and priorities.
• Coordinate communications and storytelling for Foundation programs.

Skills

Grant management

Nonprofit administration

Philanthropy

Catholic ministry

Parish leadership

Community engagement

Multilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Foundations in Faith, Inc. in Shelton, CT seeks a Program Associate to manage and advance grantmaking initiatives, including the St. John Paul II Fund for Faith Formation. You will serve as the main contact for grant recipients and work with pastors, parish staff, and diocesan partners to implement grantmaking strategies.

The role emphasizes communications, reporting, and community engagement to demonstrate program impact and outcomes. A bachelor’s degree and bilingual capabilities are preferred.