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Cross Catholic Outreach is a Catholic ministry with an ecumenical staff of Catholic, Protestant, and Eastern Orthodox believers working in unity to provide food, water, housing, education, orphan support, medical care, micro-enterprise, and disaster relief, and the love of our Lord Jesus Christ to the poorest of the poor in more than 30 countries around the world. We believe strongly in unifying Christians in this mission of mercy, and we believe that creating a welcoming work environment for all Christian faiths is essential to achieving our ministry goals.

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Position Title: Deacon Outreach Coordinator (Temporary Six-Month Pilot Program)

Department: Outreach Priests Department, Parish & Community Services (PCS)

Reports to: Outreach Priest Recruitment Specialist

Position Location: Remote (Travel Required)

Position Type: Temporary Full-Time, Exempt (Six-Month Pilot Position)

Position Summary:

The Deacon Outreach Coordinator is a temporary six-month position established to assist in the implementation, operation, and evaluation of Cross Catholic Outreach's Outreach Deacon Program. Working under the direction of the Outreach Priest Recruitment Specialist, this position will help develop the operational framework, recruitment pipeline, diocesan relationships, and administrative processes necessary to evaluate the long-term viability of engaging permanent deacons in advancing the mission of Cross Catholic Outreach.

The Coordinator will serve as the primary day-to-day administrator of the pilot program by cultivating relationships with diocesan leaders, recruiting qualified deacons, coordinating outreach opportunities, maintaining program data, and measuring outcomes that will guide future organizational decisions.

Educational or Certification Requirements:

·        Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

·        Practicing Catholic with a strong understanding of the teachings, structure, and mission of the Catholic Church.

·        Experience working within diocesan, parish, or Catholic ministry environments is strongly preferred.

Experience Requirements:

·        Three or more years of experience in relationship management, ministry leadership, program coordination, recruitment, development, or a related field.

·        Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships with clergy and Church leadership.

·        Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders and deadlines.

·        Experience managing databases, reporting, and administrative processes.

·        Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and CRM/database systems.

·        This position may require occasional domestic and/or international travel to attend meetings, trainings, conferences, or organizational events. Travel may be conducted by airplane, automobile, bus, or other reasonable means. Travel frequency is expected to be limited and scheduled in advance when possible.

Knowledge, Skills, & Character Required:

·        Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of the ministry. Feels a calling to serve God through serving Cross Catholic Outreach in this capacity.

·        Believes in and supports the mission and ministry of Cross Catholic Outreach and agrees with the conduct policies and conduct expectations of Cross Catholic Outreach.

·        Possesses a servant leadership mindset and a passion for serving the Church and the poor.

·        Is self-motivated and capable of working independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

·        Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the Catholic Church, diocesan structures, parish life, and the ministry of permanent deacons.

·        Possesses exceptional written and verbal communication skills. This role requires the ability to perform standard office functions, including prolonged sitting, standing, and computer use. Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving materials weighing up to 20 pounds may be required.

·        Demonstrates strong organizational, planning, and project management abilities.

·        Builds relationships through professionalism, integrity, responsiveness, and attentive follow-through. Exercises sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.

·        Demonstrates strong analytical skills and the ability to collect, interpret, and communicate meaningful data. Demonstrates strong organizational, planning, and project management abilities.

Duties:

Program Implementation

·        Assist in implementing and evaluating the Outreach Deacon Program pilot under the direction of the Outreach Priest Recruitment Specialist.

·        Help establish operational processes, workflows, documentation, and best practices for the program.

·        Assist in developing onboarding resources, training materials, and program communications and maintain accurate documentation of program procedures and recommend process improvements.

Recruitment & Relationship Development

·        Research, identify, and recruit qualified permanent deacons interested in serving the mission of Cross Catholic Outreach.

·        Develop and maintain professional relationships with diocesan Directors of Deacons, Vicars of Clergy, and other clergy leaders.

·        Maintain an active recruitment pipeline and ensure timely follow-up with prospective deacon candidates. Coordinate candidate communications, documentation, interviews, and onboarding activities.

·        Represent Cross Catholic Outreach professionally during conferences, diocesan meetings, networking opportunities, and other recruitment events as assigned.

                Program Coordination

·        Coordinate deacon scheduling, assignments, and related administrative support.

·        Maintain the deacon roster, program database, and all supporting records.

·        Coordinate distribution of program materials, training resources, and informational brochures.

·        Collaborate with Parish & Community Services staff and other internal departments to ensure effective communication and operational support.

·        Support liturgical campaign planning and other ministry initiatives involving Outreach Deacons.

Data Management & Reporting

·        Maintain accurate records of recruitment activity, parish engagement, outreach efforts, and program participation.

·        Track key performance indicators, engagement metrics, and other measurable outcomes related to the pilot program.

·        Gather feedback from participating deacons, dioceses, parishes, and internal stakeholders and analyze program data to prepare reports summarizing activities, outcomes, trends, and recommendations.

·        Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of the Outreach Deacon Program and provide recommendations for future growth and long-term implementation.

Mission Support

·        Promote the mission of Cross Catholic Outreach through every interaction with clergy, dioceses, and ministry partners. And support broader clergy engagement initiatives as assigned by the Outreach Priest Recruitment Specialist.

·        Assist with special projects related to clergy recruitment, engagement, and program development.

·        This role requires the ability to perform standard office functions, including prolonged sitting, standing, and computer use. Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving materials weighing up to 20 pounds may be required.

·        This position may require occasional domestic and/or international travel to attend meetings, trainings, conferences, or organizational events. Travel may be conducted by airplane, automobile, bus, or other reasonable means. Travel frequency is expected to be limited and scheduled in advance when possible.

·        Other duties as assigned.

Cross Catholic Outreach is a 501c3 Catholic relief and development ministry that provides food, shelter, medical care, water, education, self-help programs, care for orphans, and emergency relief to the poorest of the poor around the world in the name of Christ.

We mobilize the global Catholic Church to transform the poor and their communities materially and spiritually for the glory of Jesus Christ. Cross Catholic Outreach’s priority is to help “the poorest of the poor.” Our efforts reach those suffering extreme poverty in countries throughout the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

Projects include relief for earthquake, flood, and tsunami victims, care and education for orphans and other vulnerable children, housing for the homeless, medicines and health care for the indigent, food for families suffering extreme malnutrition, and clean water for communities that have none, as well as micro-enterprise programs and other long-term development efforts to break the cycle of poverty.

In every case, our method of outreach is the same: Cross Catholic locates needy Catholic-based ministries serving the poor and distributes material aid through their existing programs. In this way, we can supply meaningful help where it is needed most. In all our work we remain dedicated in our service to the Lord as good stewards of His resources in every challenge we seek to overcome. We partner with Dioceses all over the world.