Program Director: Mission Platform Launch & Growth

Jobtailor; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a seasoned program lead to launch VIA Journeys from concept to active implementation. You will design pilots, operational workflows, and participant experiences, ensuring momentum and clarity across cross‑functional teams and partnerships with churches, advisors, and ministry leaders.

The role demands entrepreneurial thinking, rapid learning, and disciplined iteration. You will translate strategic direction into executable plans, track metrics, and deliver dashboards to the

Qualifications

• Master's degree or other advanced degree strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of demonstrated experience launching, scaling, and leading programs, products, platforms, or strategic initiatives from concept through execution.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in ambiguity, build from zero to launch, and drive measurable outcomes.
• Exceptional project and program management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience managing and influencing diverse stakeholders, including approximately 30 external partners, while building strong, collaborative relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end launch of VIA Journeys, including pilots, operational workflows, and participant experiences.
• Translate strategic direction into executable plans, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Ensure VIA Journeys progresses from idea to active implementation with momentum and clarity.
• Operate with an entrepreneurial mindset—testing assumptions, learning rapidly, and iterating responsibly.
• Coordinate pilot partners, churches, advisors, and ministry leaders.
• Provide clear updates, dashboards, and insights to the Executive Director and Seminary leadership.

Skills

Program Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Technical Fluency

Entrepreneurial Experience

Digital Learning Platforms

Education

Master's degree or higher

Tools

SaaS Platforms

AI Integrations

Job description

Jobtailor seeks a seasoned program lead to launch VIA Journeys from concept to active implementation. You will design pilots, operational workflows, and participant experiences, ensuring momentum and clarity across cross‑functional teams and partnerships with churches, advisors, and ministry leaders.

The role demands entrepreneurial thinking, rapid learning, and disciplined iteration. You will translate strategic direction into executable plans, track metrics, and deliver dashboards to the