Intercultural Ministry Specialist

Feel Good About Doing Good The Knights of Columbus is a tax-exempt Catholic fraternal benefit society that provides financial security to members and their families through our life insurance, long-term care insurance, disability income insurance, investment and annuity products. Charity is at the core of our missions: our profits are donated to help those in need and to support our faith - $1.73B over the past ten years. While we have many employees who are not Catholic, we follow the Church's teachings in our investment strategies and our employee benefits. As part ofour religious mission, we support the pro-life cause by contributing to the March for Life and pregnancy resource centers, we oppose assisted suicide and euthanasia, we are evangelists for the Catholic faith, and we help Christians who are facing religious persecution in the Middle East. We all work together to support our two million members as they volunteer to help others in their parishes and communities around the world. Share Your Talent. Live Your Purpose. We are a growing and purpose-driven community of professionals. Join us to discover how you can meet your goals and ours! #LI-On-Site Overview The Saint John Paul II National Shrine is a response to Saint John Paul II's call for a "New Evangelization." The Shrine is a place of genuine encounter with the living God through the life and legacy of Saint John Paul II. This legacy includes a dialogue between faith and culture that advances the inculturation of the Gospel, recognizes the unique contribution that each culture enriched by the Gospel makes to the history and tradition of the Church and engages with non-Catholic Christian churches and with adherents of non-Christian religions and philosophies. The Intercultural Ministry Specialist leads the Shrine's efforts to evangelize cultures and help pilgrims from different cultural groups express their people's encounter with the Gospel, preserved in their cultural heritage. These groups represent people from Latin American, Black, Native American, European and Asian and Pacific Islander cultures within the United States, as well as ex-patriot communities from abroad. The Shrine's Intercultural Ministry responds to distinct cultural groups who most frequently visit the Shrine, especially Spanish-speaking groups. In collaboration with the rest of the Mission & Ministry team and in partnership with parishes, dioceses and other ecclesiastical organizations, the Intercultural Ministry Specialist develops and implements programs, materials, and events to express the mutual enrichment of faith and culture in the various cultural groups visiting the Shrine. This staff member also advises the Mission & Ministry team about cultural characteristics of the pilgrim groups who visit the Shrine. Core Responsibilities Program Development that properly integrates the themes and theology of Saint John Paul II, especially on the topics of faith, culture, and evangelization. Collaboratively plan and execute outreach programs, including liturgical celebrations. Seek opportunities to partner with pilgrim groups from distinct cultures. Foster unity in faith among Catholics from different cultural groups. Materials Development and Public Presentations in multiple languages that respond to the needs of cultural communities and encourage intercultural participation. Research, draft, and edit materials for multigenerational and multicultural audiences. Prepare and deliver talks and workshops, including presentations in small pastoral settings and larger public gatherings. Ecumenical and Interreligious partnerships and programming that promote communion with other Christian Churches and religions through "prayer, dialogue, and joint action" heeding the exhortation of Pope John Paul II in Ecclesia in America 49. Partnership and Institutional Relationship Development with relevant church associations, educational institutions, and neighboring dioceses. Perform other duties as assigned. The above core responsibilities are directed to achieving specific, measurable annual goals determined by the Director of Mission & Ministry in consultation with the employee and the Executive Director of the Shrine. Skills Qualifications This position requires the employee to be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church. Fluency in English and Spanish required, additional languages a plus Deep knowledge and experience of the diversity of Hispanic cultures and traditions, with an understanding of Native American, African, and Asian cultures Knowledge of the life and legacy of John Paul II and a desire to help others learn Ability to present and relate the Catholic faith to a multi-generational and intercultural general audience Experience working with diverse groups of people and providing exceptional service to pilgrims and other visitors in a highly professional environment and large metropolitan area Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience supervising volunteers and people in formation in a collaborative setting Ability to combine creative overall planning with attention to detail Skilled in the use of new media for digital evangelization, including social media Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite preferred Education Graduate Degree in Theology, Catechetics, Pastoral Ministry, Intercultural Ministry, or other related field of study preferred. 5-10 years of relevant experience OR equivalent combination of training and experience, V Encuentro experience a plus Authorization to work in the United States is required This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Compensation The wage range for this role takes into account a broad array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The range below applies as long as the work is performed in Connecticut; the Knights of Columbus reserves the right to adjust the wage range if the position is performed in another location. At the Knights of Columbus, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $70,500-$120,000. Physical Demands Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a majority of the workday. KofC Cares Our mission is focused on family and faith, and we support our employees in seeking a balanced life. Employee benefits include: Time Away: 13 paid holidays per year in addition to vacation and paid sick leave, and flexible workweek schedules. Professional Development: Certifications, designation, and tuition reimbursement. Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions, and cash balance retirement plans fully funded by the company. Health and Wellness: Short-term disability and term life insurance fully paid for by the company; Up to 12 weeks of childbirth leave under STD policy. One week of fully paid parental leave for all new parents, including adoptive and foster parents. A variety of health insurance options, including premium-level family coverage and a pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions. The Order's health plans do not cover abortion, sterilization, or contraception, and the Order has helped advocate for other employers who do not want to provide coverage. Long-term disability insurance; Dental insurance; Vision insurance; Health club membership reimbursement; Employee Assistance Program