Organization: Vagabond Missions

Position: Director of Mission

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Application Deadline: 9/8/23

Are you ready to make a lasting impact in the heart of the Church and inner-cities around the US? Vagabond Missions is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team in our mission to share the Gospel with inner-city teenages. If you’re driven by a desire to create meaningful connections and inspire transformation, we invite you to consider this exciting job opportunity as our Director of Mission.

About Us: Vagabond Missions is a dynamic and passionate organization dedicated to transforming the lives of teenagers living in underserved communities in 9 cities around the US. We believe every inner-city teenager deserves to hear the Gospel and be connected to the Church. We accomplish this mission by mobilizing young adults to serve as Catholic missionaries. Our comprehensive programs provide a safe haven for personal growth and development, fostering skills that will empower our youth to become leaders of change in their communities.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a visionary and dedicated Director of Mission to provide leadership, management, and accountability to the missionaries of Vagabond Missions. This role presents a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of teenagers facing adversity, helping them discover purpose, hope, and a sense of belonging. The Director of Mission will play a pivotal role in developing and executing strategies that align with our mission, values, and long-term goals. It is based at our Pittsburgh national office. This will be a support-raised position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides visionary leadership to guide the growth and direction of our ministry
• Drives the mission by providing vision, guidance, and support to Area Directors and the Assistant Director of Mission
• Serves on our Executive Leadership team
• Actively participate in the spiritual life of the Vagabond Mission community and lead teams and individuals in spiritual development
• Oversee and collaborate with the Assistant Director of Mission regarding New Missionary Training
• Oversee our summer retreat/camp experiences for teens
• Equip Area Directors and Team Leads to serve the missionaries that serve teens
• Assist in hiring and recruiting of Area Directors.
• Assist Area Directors in developing and leading the region’s fundraising strategy, ensuring excellence in communication to donors
• Model direct ministry including relational ministry, local programming and camp
• Visit cities as needed, including routine and emergency crisis visits
• Work with Recruitment team to train and mentor a team of staff and volunteers to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality programs and services
• Collaborate with the executive team to establish and manage the ministry’s budget, ensuring financial sustainability and responsible resource allocation
• Continuously assess program impact and effectiveness through data collection and analysis, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, education, ministry, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Proven experience in youth ministry, missionary work or a related field, with a deep understanding of the challenges facing inner-city teenagers
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to motivate and lead a team effectively
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Track record of successful program development, implementation, and evaluation
• Proficiency in budget management and fundraising strategies
• Passion for sharing the Gospel and a commitment to making a positive impact in underserved communities
• Strong alignment with the mission, values, and vision of Vagabond Missions.