Vice President Catholic Ministries

Young Life

2d•$128,180 - $177,500

About The Position

Because of Young Life’s exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and to reflect what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life, specifically the Christian belief that each and every employee and volunteer of the corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and, as such, is an integral part of the Christian mission and ministry of the corporation, Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord; and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore, employees and volunteers of Young Life, during working and nonworking hours, shall: (i) be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life, and (iii) abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.

Requirements

Minimum of Fifteen years of relevant professional experience.
At least Eight years of executive or senior leadership experience in a) Catholic ministry, non-profit or youth evangelization, and/or b) for-profit enterprise.
Practicing Catholic with active involvement in parish life and deep understanding of Catholic faith and culture.
Executive presence and communication skills with proven ability to lead large organizations, including strategy, management, operations and execution.
Proven ability to navigate complex, multi-stakeholder environments to initiate and build relationships and mutually beneficial collaboration (Young Life – Executive, Regional, Area; and the Catholic Church – clergy, educators, ministry leaders, donors).
Demonstrated success securing and stewarding multimillion-dollar fundraising partnerships (or corporate fundraising success).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree.
Knowledge of / experience in youth ministry, ideally Catholic CCD.
Diocesan experience.
Prominence and stature in the Catholic world.

Responsibilities

Strategy & Executive Leadership Establish and lead Young Life’s long-term strategy for ministry with and among Catholics.
Serve as senior advisor to the President/CEO and Mission Leadership on Catholic relations, theological considerations, communications, and global opportunities.
Integrate Catholic engagement strategy across major mission departments (Young Life, Wyld Life, College, Military, Camping, Development, HR, Learning and Leadership, MarCom).
Represent Young Life confidently with executive presence in national and international Catholic settings.
Leadership Development & Training Build and lead a global team focused on Catholic partnerships, ministry expansion, and training.
Attract and develop pipeline of high-capacity Catholic staff and volunteer leaders across the mission.
Direct the creation of all mission-wide training content related to Catholic ministry, ensuring theological accuracy and pastoral sensitivity.
Teach and present at Young Life training events and key Catholic conferences.
Ministry Growth Build and steward high-level relationships with cardinals, bishops, diocesan leaders, religious orders, Catholic universities, Catholic organizations, and global partners.
Develop a leadership team that guides regions and areas in launching and strengthening Young Life ministries in Catholic parishes, schools, dioceses, universities, and military bases.
Strengthen Young Life’s role as the Catholic Church’s premier partner in youth evangelization.
Position Young Life Camping as an important resource for Catholics, including the Adult Guest program Fundraising & Resource Development Lead fundraising strategies to fuel expansion of Catholic-related ministry initiatives that fulfill the needs of the Catholic Initiatives strategic plan.
Cultivate major donors, foundations, and diocesan partners who invest in Catholic engagement and ministry growth.
Partner with Development leadership on cases for support, donor vision, and long-term sustainability of Catholic programming.
Maintain full compliance with Young Life financial policies and raise personal support as required.