Program Director

Thrive Ministry • Lakewood, CO

26d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Director provides strategic and operational leadership for Thrive's program portfolio, including Retreats & Virtual Gatherings, Alongside, and Connection. This leader will partner closely with the CEO to translate vision into program strategy while ensuring every program is executed with excellence. During the first year, this role will be heavily involved in leading Thrive's retreat ministry while learning the organization from the inside out. Over time, the role will increasingly focus on program leadership, innovation, evaluation, and team development. This position may be based in our Colorado office, or performed remotely within the United States. Office-based employees work a hybrid schedule with two remote workdays each week. Remote candidates should expect to connect with the team in person approximately four times per year (typically 2–3 days per visit) for strategic planning, collaboration, and relationship building. This position also includes international travel as needed to lead our in-person retreat area.

Requirements

• Experience leading complex programs, events, or initiatives.
• Strong project management and organizational leadership skills.
• Experience leading staff and volunteers.
• Demonstrated success navigating organizational change.
• Budget management experience.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Embraces the mission of Thrive and agrees with our Statement of Faith

Nice To Haves

• Thinks strategically and executes effectively.
• Can translate vision into practical action.
• Builds teams and leads people with humility, maturity, and emotional intelligence.
• Thrives in environments experiencing thoughtful change.
• Is comfortable challenging ideas respectfully while building strong relationships.
• Uses data, research, and participant feedback to guide decisions.
• Enjoys building systems, developing people, and improving organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Thrive's overall program portfolio and ensure programs align with our mission and strategic direction.
• Provide leadership for annual retreats and virtual gathering(s).
• Supervise and develop program coordinators and lead Thrive's volunteer engagement strategy.
• Partner with the CEO to evaluate existing programs and develop new initiatives.
• Use participant feedback, research, and organizational learning to continuously improve our programs.
• Build systems and processes that enable excellent program delivery.
• Participate in strategic planning and help shape Thrive's future program direction.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: 2 weeks of vacation plus sick leave and holidays
• Ministry Paid Time Off: Thrive encourages our employees, along with their families, to occasionally serve in ministry outreach endeavors. (Up to two weeks)
• Monthly Personal Retreat Days (PRDs): - one day per month to unplug and take the day with the Lord to refresh.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed