Mission and Ministry Mission Statement. Georgetown University’s Office of Mission and Ministry promotes the Ignatian heritage, the Catholic identity and the Jesuit mission of the University. In keeping with the mission, the office develops programs and initiatives that engage students, faculty, administration, staff, alumni, board members, and benefactors in the understanding of our religious identity and commitments." Campus Ministry Mission and Vision Statements“Guided by Georgetown's Catholic... more details
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Mission and Ministry Coordinator - Office of Mission and Ministry - Georgetown University
Mission and Ministry Mission Statement
Georgetown University’s Office of Mission and Ministry promotes the Ignatian heritage, the Catholic identity and the Jesuit mission of the University. In keeping with the mission, the office develops programs and initiatives that engage students, faculty, administration, staff, alumni, board members, and benefactors in the understanding of our religious identity and commitments."
Campus Ministry Mission and Vision Statements
“Guided by Georgetown's Catholic and Jesuit tradition, with its abiding commitment to interreligious collaboration, Campus Ministry equips students to lead lives of deeper meaning, belonging, and purpose.”
“Campus Ministry will be a vital resource to all students and a leading partner in the work of intellectual, social and spiritual formation across the university.”
Job Overview
The Mission and Ministry Coordinator advances these aims through the development and execution of programs, events and retreats for faculty, staff, and students around Ignatian spirituality and the university’s Catholic and Jesuit mission; and provides essential administrative support to the office of the Vice President for Mission and Ministry.
As well, they facilitate the use of the university retreat center, including reservations, contracts and policies, and works with facilities and the property caretaker on operational needs; ensure compliances with county restrictions including communication and reports to the country officials; and oversee food services arrangements, relations, and communications.
Work Interactions and Work Mode Designation
The Mission and Ministry Coordinator - a member of a centralized administrative team under the direction of the Associate Director for Interreligious Programs and Operations - provides direct programmatic support to the Director for Mission Engagement and to the Director of Ignatian Programs, and administrative support to the Special Assistant to the Vice President for Mission & Ministry.
They are accountable to the Associate Director in the coordination of the retreat center; work closely with other program staff and are supported by student worker(s) which they manage; and interact regularly with senior university administrators, faculty and staff in the course of programs or events.
This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field - preference for Master’s degree
- 2 to 3 years of administrative, event-planning, or programmatic work experience, preferably in a higher education institution
- Educational or work experience with religious contexts, including basic understanding of Ignatian spirituality and the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits)
- Ability to work closely with leaders and students from many faith traditions, including experience navigating religiously or culturally diverse spaces
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to navigate complex organizational environments; ability to multi-task, problem-solve, and balance independent and collaborative work strategies; and creativity and attention to detail
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and basic Excel
- Some evening and weekend availability for programs and retreats, scheduled in consultation with supervisor
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Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
