Scope of Position: The VVC Program Manager is responsible for advancing St. Vincent de Paul’s mission through administration of the Vincentian Volunteers of Cincinnati (VVC) program, a program for young adults ages 21-30 who live in community, engage in formation related to the Vincentian tradition, and dedicate a year (August through July) of service to neighbors in need at St. Vincent de Paul-Cincinnati. The manager collaborates effectively with internal and external partners and stakeholders, to include staff, alumni, and Vincentians.
The VVC Program Manager is responsible for oversight of the program, including recruitment, administration, marketing, providing support and data collection for grants, communication and collaboration with VVC placement supervisors and professional mentors, and creation and presentation of formation content. The Program Manager cultivates existing relationships and works to build new relationships in order to recruit VVCs and to create a circle of support for the VVC program. Work hours will vary seasonally and will include occasional night/weekend work.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; three years of progressively responsible roles in service learning, human services, nonprofit leadership, volunteer coordination or related field of faith and social justice. Previous experience in a faith-based, residential service program preferred. Strong organizational, management and interpersonal skills; the ability to effectively relate to people of different cultural and economic backgrounds in person and in group settings; and a desire and proven ability to lead a dynamic and cooperative team. A personal commitment to and identification with the spirituality and teachings of the Catholic Church and an openness to fostering the spirituality of St. Vincent de Paul is essential.
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