Overview
The JPIC/Shalom Coordinator provides support for the JPIC Director and the Province’s fulfillment of its commitment to justice, peace, and care for our common home. It is a position that aligns with and promotes solidarity with those who are oppressed, human dignity and integral ecology. The JPIC/Shalom Coordinator participates in the collaborative work of the SSND Shalom North America Coordinating Committee (SNACC) and the SSND Shalom International Network. The JPIC/Shalom Coordinator reports to the Shalom Director.
Responsibilities
A. In the province, the Shalom coordinator:
- Assists with promotion of the JPIC agenda of the province through awareness, education, and action, supporting local Shalom animation efforts
- Coordinates in-person engagements with SSNDs, associates, and partners in mission. For example, a seasonal prayer service, legislative education and grassroots advocacy, participating in broad-based coalition work, presentation on a JPIC priority area to relevant constituents
- Tracks state-level legislation, with a focus on issues related to immigration, climate, anti-racism, human trafficking, and nonviolence
- As needed, write and disseminate timely action alerts for state-level advocacy
- Become familiar with local and state-level government operations
- Serves as primary point of contact for 2-3 Shalom committees
- Contributes periodically to Connections and other communication venues, including social media
- Monitors budget expenditures, work with the director to develop an annual budget
B. In the public area, the coordinator:
- Represents the province in collaborative JPIC efforts of religious congregations and LCWR in their geographic region
- Facilitates local coalition networking with other organizations concerned about social justice
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field
- Experience with planning and implementing: education sessions in-person or online, facilitating prayer, and/or advocacy
- Understanding of the Catholic Social Teaching and familiarity with current Church documents on social and environmental justice
- Awareness of current social justice issues, and a willingness to engage in ongoing learning
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to Lindsey at [email protected].
If you are interested in learning more about the School Sisters of Notre Dame, please visit our website at ssndcp.org.
Pay: $29.00 - $31.25 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Work Location: Hybrid remote in St. Louis, MO 63125
