Area Director

Job Description

We are seeking a zealous and visionary individual to serve as our Wichita, Kansas Area Director, overseeing the operations and ministry of our non-profit organization dedicated to serving inner-city teens. As the Area Director, you will be responsible for spiritually leading missionaries, modeling effective ministry practices in both small and large group settings, fundraising, and building vital local connections within the community. You will lead a team of dedicated missionaries, providing them with spiritual guidance, mentorship, and support as they work tirelessly to make a positive impact in the lives of inner-city teens.

This is not just a job - it's a calling. By joining our team as an Area Director, you will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of inner-city teens, helping them discover their worth, purpose, and potential. You will be part of a supportive and passionate community dedicated to serving others and spreading God's love. If you are ready to embark on a fulfilling journey of ministry leadership and transformation, we invite you to apply for the role of Area Director today. Together, let's make a lasting impact and inspire hope in the hearts of those who need it most.

Qualifications:
- A strong personal relationship with Christ and commitment to the Catholic faith.
- 3+ years experience in ministry leadership and/or working with youth, particularly in urban or inner-city settings (or comparable).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
- Proven ability to fundraise and build relationships with donors and supporters.
- Strong organizational and leadership abilities, with the capacity to effectively manage a team and programs.

Responsibilities:
- Spiritual Leadership: Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life, Provide spiritual guidance and mentorship to missionaries, Actively participate in the spiritual life of the Vagabond Missions community.
- Ministry Oversight: Lead by example in both small and large group settings, demonstrating effective ministry techniques and strategies; Build meaningful relationships with teens, serving as a positive role model and mentor; Oversee ministry programs and initiatives; Set yearly strategic ministry plans and initiatives to reach kids.
- Fundraising and Budgeting: Personally support raise salary and communicate regularly with donors, utilizing the organization's fundraising training and methodology; Cultivate relationships with donors and supporters, Manage the local budget.
- Community and Resource Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with local churches, schools, businesses, and community organizations; Collaborate with community leaders to identify opportunities for partnership and support; Manage and oversee local leases, utilities and bills for the local missionary community.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, accomplished through support raising.
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance plans offered along with the option to make voluntary deferrals into a 403(b)
- Time off includes: 12 days paid vacation, 10 days off between Christmas and New Years, Certain federal holidays or holy days given off throughout the year, Monthly Spiritual Day
- Participation in all staff training/retreat twice a year, and ongoing participation in programs designed for personal spiritual maturity or personal enrichment.
- Option to obtain a MA in Theology from Franciscan University for 50% tuition

Please send all inquiries and/or resumes to Director of Mission 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.