The Catholic Diocese of Richmond, VA is seeking a Diocesan Synod Program Manager as it prepares for the 2025 Jubilee Year. The Diocese plans to hold a Diocesan Synod from Pentecost 2025 to Pentecost 2026, creating a space for the community to engage in meaningful conversations, come together in faith and pray collectively, united in the Eucharist.
The Diocesan Synod Program Manager will oversee the logistical elements of planning and implementing this process. This individual will work with the Diocesan offices, parishses, ministries, and advisory bodies to help this process succeed with the outlined timeframe. They will coordinate between the diocese and parishes, manage the logistics of different sessions, resulting reports required as part of this effort, and ensure the broad marketing and communication of the Diocesan Synod. Additionally, this role will be the primary administrative point person for external constituencies helping drive the Synodal process.
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills in communication, collaboration, and group processes
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Strong negotiation skills
- Strong communication skills and writing skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in an office setting and at events
- Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment and meet deadlines
- Self-motivated, takes charge professionally, works easily alone or with others
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Strong computer skills include: Microsoft Office, Diocesan systems, project management software (Asana)
Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience
- At least 3 years of project management experience is desired.
- Paid or voluntary parish or Catholic school experience recommended
- Catholic in good standing is required
- Familiarity with internal church governance and the application of the Code of Canon Law in Church praxis preferred.
The position is full-time (35 hrs/wk). The position is anticipated to run through July 2026, at which point the role and need for further program management will be reevaluated. Night and weekend hours may be required throughout the year. The anticipated regular schedule will be Monday-Friday, 830am-430pm. The position is based out of the Diocesan Pastoral Center in Richmond and requires travel (when appropriate) to parishes or other event venues in the diocese.
Summary
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and full application.
For any questions, please contact Kelly Shumate, HR Generalist/Recruiter at jobs@richmonddiocese.org
The Catholic Diocese of Richmond is a great place to work. As a diocese, we are family-oriented and faith-centered group of individuals who welcome the diversity of our people and actively focus on creating a comfortable and productive workplace. We have a long-standing commitment to justice in the workplace and are proud of our employment practices that serve over 2,700 lay and religious employees, employers and clergy serving in the Pastoral Center, parishes, schools, and other agencies.
Additional Information
Specific Location: Catholic Diocese of Richmond Pastoral Center 7800 Carousel Lane, Richmond, VA 23294
Employee Type: FT Salary
Hours Per Week(#): 35
Working Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm
Working Days: Monday-Friday
