Change Management Specialist

Job Description

Purpose:

This role supports and guides Families of Parishes (FoPs) in developing and implementing a comprehensive pastoral plan to create vibrant faith communities rooted in Unleash the Gospel. The change management specialist assists Families of Parishes in discerning the best use of resources to create mission-driven parishes and responds to the challenges and opportunities of our time.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitation and Advocacy:

Lead clergy and laity through a planning process to identify priorities, set goals, and develop a pastoral plan aligned with Archdiocesan policies. Facilitate difficult group discussions and exercises; provide advice to clergy in navigating the process.

Serve as a liaison between the Archdiocese of Detroit and Families of Parishes to support pastoral planning initiatives.

Monitor and review Family Pastoral Council and Family Finance Team activities to ensure compliance with established procedures.

Provide guidance and support to the Family Pastoral Council and Family Finance Team to ensure the interpretation and application of policies and procedures.

Relationship Building:

Work proactively to establish trust and collaboration to maintain authentic connections to parish communities (staff/volunteers), which allow the Family of Parishes to build sustainable pastoral plans.

Maintain effective communication and build trust within all levels of the Church's leadership structures and consultative bodies.

Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive project outcomes and support the implementation of the pastoral plan.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

Ability to collect, analyze, and synthesize data that tells a story by identifying key themes and actionable insights.

Communicate findings effective to various audiences, helping them understand and utilize the data to make informed decisions or recommendations.

Analyze data related to pastoral planning and financial activities.

Prepare and present reports to Archdiocesan leadership on the progress and outcomes of projects.

Use data to identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions.

Training and Development:

Develop and implement training programs for volunteer pastoral planning facilitators.

Conduct workshops and training sessions to equip volunteer facilitators with the necessary skills and knowledge to be successful in the development of pastoral plans.

Provide ongoing support and resources to volunteer facilitators to ensure effective pastoral planning processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business, psychology, human resources, political science, theology, pastoral ministry, or related fields.

Three to five years of leadership experience in a Catholic parish, diocese, or non-profit organization.

Key Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

Knowledge and experience of Change Management processes.

Collaborative leadership skills and the ability to influence at all levels of an organization.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Ability to set and execute goals/objectives with volunteer-based groups. Also, solve problems, identify effective solutions, and facilitate/manage group dynamics.

Ability to recognize and appreciate cultural diversity and differences in personality.

Strong understanding of Catholic culture, Church structure, and parish life.

Provide concrete examples of learning and displaying proficiency with new technology and software tools.

Bilingual abilities (Spanish/English) and coaching certification are a plus.

Required Qualifications or Conditions:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PPT).

Must have a valid driver's license, safe driving record, reliable transportation, and ability to travel throughout the Archdiocese of Detroit.

Availability of working evenings and weekends as needed.

Must agree, upon acceptance of an offer of employment with the Archdiocese of Detroit, not to engage in, nor to endorse, any actions or beliefs contrary to the teaching and standards of the Roman Catholic faith and morality.

Must demonstrate understanding, respect and support for Catholic Church teaching, mission and values.

Must maintain strict confidentiality regarding any archdiocesan information gained within the Archdiocese of Detroit especially highly sensitive material such as protected Personally Identifiable Information and financial information.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

The Archdiocese of Detroit is an equal opportunity employer and does not illegally discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, height, weight, genetic information, or marital or other legally protected status. The Archdiocese of Detroit is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity and encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

About the Employer

CORE PURPOSE
To give glory to God and to help every soul within our reach attain eternal life through Jesus Christ.

MISSION
Powered by prayer and led by the Holy Spirit, we will go forth together with apostolic boldness to unleash the Gospel. We will use our unique gifts to accompany others on their journey to encounter Jesus, grow as joyful missionary disciples, and give witness to Him in the world.

VISION
The archdiocese will be a community of joyful missionary disciples and of saints united in Jesus. Southeast Michigan will be a place that manifests the presence of God.