Program Coordinator

Job Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to GROW in ministry? Are you willing to radically love those around you? Vagabond Missions is looking for a Program Coordinator ready to plan and execute ministry programs, helping a successful inner-city ministry reach even more hearts in the Mobile community. Do you have a heart for Jesus, and want to make Him known? Program Coordinators are motivated to see the Gospel shared in the city they serve through direct discipleship with inner-city teens, program planning and execution, engaging with volunteers, empowering teens or Underground alumni or peer leadership and deeper integration of the Catholic faith in their life.

Qualifications:
- A deep love for Jesus Christ and a passion for serving at-risk youth.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and relational skills.
- 3-5 years experience in youth ministry, discipleship, or program management preferred.
- Ability to fundraise and build donor relationships.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Vagabond Missions.

Responsibilities:
- Program Planning and Execution: Lead & oversee weekly programs: Breakout, bible study, Worship nights, High school clubs, tutoring, life skills clubs (or similar); Plan and execute retreats, service projects, and special events throughout the year
- Youth Discipleship and Engagement: Work weekly in direct discipleship with teens, focusing on personal spiritual growth and mentorship; Coordinate and mentor dedicated teens and/ or graduated teens to grow as peer leaders, helping them integrate their faith life more and grow in discipleship, responsibility and maturity
- Volunteer Support: Coordinate volunteer involvement in various programs
- Fundraising and Budgeting: Personally support raise salary and communicate regularly with donors, utilizing the organization's fundraising training and methodology to cultivate relationships; Support fundraising initiatives that directly fund program operations and expansion

Benefits:
- Hybrid salaried pay (personal support raising combined with VM stipend)
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance plans offered along with the option to make voluntary deferrals into a 403(b).
- Flexible but predictable work schedule
- Time off includes: 12 days paid vacation, 10 days off between Christmas and New Years for the Christmas Respite, Certain federal holidays or holy days given off throughout the year, Monthly Spiritual Day
- Option to obtain a MA in Theology from Franciscan University for 50% tuition

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Shannon Loucks at shannon@vagabondmissions.com.

About the Employer

Vagabond Missions exist to bring the Gospel to youth ages 12-18 living in urban areas in America (i.e. the Inner-City). All Vagabond Mission staff should be striving to be on fire with the love of God and a zeal for souls. All staff must have a regular prayer life, a vibrant and living relationship with God, and a burning desire to bring Christ to the Inner-City in accord with authentic Catholic teaching, regardless of the position being filled.