Director of Pilgrimage Programming

 

Modern Catholic Pilgrim is looking for a recent college graduate to oversee its pilgrimage programming as the non-profit organization manages its growth. The Director would work on MCP's multi-day pilgrimages for young adults, one-day pilgrimages, school pilgrimages, and Walking Together and Pilgrims for Mary projects.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead MCP’s collaboration with dioceses, parishes, and ministries for pilgrimages, especially in developing the Hospitality Network for multi-day pilgrimages for young adults

• Manage relationships with local government and public safety officials regarding any necessary permits, etc., for the pilgrimages

• Assist in the recruitment of pilgrims and volunteer pilgrimage leaders

• Lead the development of MCP's school pilgrimage programming

• Expand the reach of MCP's Pilgrims for Mary and Walking Together projects

• Travel to lead pilgrimages frequently around the U.S.

• Communicate effectively with MCP’s partners by providing regular reports on the work MCP is doing

• Proactively and regularly communicate and collaborate with diverse groups of individuals about pilgrimage in the Catholic tradition and its importance

• Collect evaluation data; document event outcomes and lessons learned

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Commitment to the tenets of Catholic doctrine and Catholic social teaching

• Strong ability to communicate with people across diverse backgrounds and interests

• Ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience serving in leadership positions

• Ideal candidate will have 2+ years of event planning

• Highly organized and possessing effective time, budget, and risk management skills

• Adeptness with digital tools such as Zoom, Google Drive, etc.

 

Pay Range: $30,000+

 

Job Type: Full-time, in-person work in the Twin Cities, Minnesota

 

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience by sending a cover letter and resume to will@moderncatholicpilgrim.com.