Mission Education and Communications Coordinator

“The mission of the Christian in the world is a mission for all, a mission of service,

which excludes no-one.” Pope Francis

MISSION EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

Are you looking for a chance to be a part of Pope Francis’ mission of inclusive service? The Pontifical Mission Societies supports the Church’s missionary activity by providing critical resources to the world’s most under-served populations in 1,100+ mission territories. We raise awareness among Catholics worldwide about the need to support these mission communities through prayer and resources. Our local office is responsible for encouraging the Catholics of the Archdiocese of Boston to regularly participate in the global mission of the Church.

We are currently seeking a practicing Catholic to be our full time Mission Education and Communications Coordinator. This position includes, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

MISSION EDUCATION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (40% OF POSITION)

Develops and maintains ongoing relationships with school, parish, and Archdiocesan staff to assist educators in awakening and developing a faith-based worldwide missionary consciousness

Schedules, coordinates, develops, and speaks at Catholic schools and parish faith formation programs. Acts in collaboration with local religious mission communities to secure speakers

Helps to create and deliver online monthly educational resources for religion teachers, catechists, and catechetical leaders

COMMUNICATIONS – RESPONSIBILITY OVERVIEW (35% OF POSITION)

Helps to plan and develop communication strategies and programs to build awareness and promote our Mission with a captivating on-line, social media focus

Assists in development of strategies and content for posting on all designated social media outlets

Possesses strong creative writing, story telling, and content creation skillsMaintains pages of the Societies’ blogs, postings, and websites

Develops and tracks social media influence measurements

Proficient in use of Canva. Knowledge of InDesign software a plus.

OFFICE DUTIES (25% OF POSITION)

Partnering with Administrative Assistant for bi-weekly donation counts

Helping with office projects and events as needed

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL SET

Candidate must be an enthusiastic, practicing Catholic, have a passion for serving others, and an interest in supporting the global mission of the Church

Bachelor’s Degree or credentials equivalent to teach in Archdiocesan school system or to serve as Parish Director of Religious Education. Communications Majors a plus.

Excellent written, interpersonal, communication [including proofreading] and public speaking and presentation skills necessary

Knowledge of marketing and social media

Proficient skills with Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.

Strong program planning and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail

Enjoys working in a team setting and is a practical, self-motivated individual that enjoys meeting and engaging with new people

Critical thinker with ability to plan ahead on multiple projects at once

Physical Performance Elements:

•Driver’s License and vehicle

•Ability to sit for up to eight hours /day

•Ability to use a keyboard for up to eight hours/day

•Ability to lift up to twenty pounds

The duties and requirements described above are representative of those encountered during performance of the essential functions of this job. They are to be performed either in our office or on location in Catholic schools and parish Faith Formation locations within the Archdiocese of Boston. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pontifical Mission Societies of Boston