Overview
Vice President-Community Programs Jobs in Chicago, IL at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives, nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.
Reporting to the Chief Program Officer, the Vice President-Community Programs supports and empowers a team of six direct reports and a full team of approximately 65 people charged with building a community, offering companionship, and providing nourishment for all who walk through our doors – being present to our neighbors in need and offering food, clothing, and case management. Total budget responsibility is approximately $10MM, and the Vice President oversees volunteer operations within Community Programs for up to 10,000 volunteers annually.
Why Join Us?
Mission-Driven Work: At Catholic Charities, we are dedicated to our community by improving lives, nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities through our faith-based mission.
Leadership Impact: This position offers the chance to make a significant difference in the community by overseeing diverse programs that provide essential services, such as food pantries, housing case management, and volunteer-led initiatives. The role allows you to directly influence and improve the lives of those in need.
Core Responsibilities include:
Lead A Robust Program Portfolio
Oversee community-based programming across Cook and Lake counties, including community centers, parish-based ministries, and mobile services; food pantries and home-delivered and congregate meals for seniors; housing case management; and volunteer-led Shared Table community meals, Loaves and Fishes lunch ministry, and Woven Together clothing ministry. Work with Client and Community Impact teams to design, pilot, and launch new programs and services. Partner with finance and program leaders to develop, monitor, and manage budgets.
Develop And Coach A Cohesive, People-Centered Team
Cultivate a sense of shared purpose for a team laser focused on building community, offering companionship, and providing nourishment for all who walk through CCAC’s doors. Provide direction and guidance to your leaders, their teams, and a cadre volunteers so that they are positioned to help others, work together, and achieve meaningful goals and key performance outcomes. Coach and develop leaders, helping them to realize their full potential.
Cultivate And Sustain Partnerships And Collaboration
Serve as a cross-functional leader within CCAC, working closely with program colleagues across impact areas, government relations, and volunteer engagement. Develop partnerships with peer organizations to strengthen the social safety net for the people we serve. Represent CCAC externally, on behalf of our Community Programs.
Design and Implement Best-In-Class Volunteer Operations
Direct and support the Senior Director, Community Programs to ensure that volunteers have meaningful opportunities to work with our front line employees to serve CCAC’s clients. This work will include designing, socializing, and implementing new systems so that CCAC can scale and strengthen our Community Programs. Key leader on a new cross-functional group with shared ownership of CCAC volunteers’ experience.
Physical Requirements
X Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day
X Lift up to 25 pounds
X Push and pull up to 25 pounds
X Climb up and down three (3) or more flights of stairs
Program Requirements
X Background check, including any program-specific requirements.
Physical examination
TB Testing
Drug Testing
Driver’s License and reliable transportation
Agency-specified automobile insurance
Immediate Supervisor: Chief Program Officer
Directly Supervises: Team of (5-7) staff members
Education & Experience Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
7-9 years leadership in human services or related field
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
4-6 years leadership in human services or related field
Min Relevant Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred Relevant Education
Master’s Degree
Min Relevant Experience
4-6 years in leadership positions in human services or related field
Preferred Relevant Experience
7-9 years in leadership positions with increasing levels of responsibility in human services or related field
Compensation: $140000-$160000 / year
Title: Vice President-Community Programs
Company: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
Location: Chicago, IL
