Snddeneastwest
Director of Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation
Snddeneastwest, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
FLSA STATUS: ExemptLOCATION: Washington, D.C., USA*Locations in or around the following locations could also be considered: San Francisco, CA, Hartford, Connecticut and Boston, MASALARY RANGE: $98,000 – $115,000 / yrCONTACT: Cover letters and resumes to: jshea@ewsndden.orgPosition Summary
The Director of Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation (JPIC) will coordinate the work of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur US East-West Province (“the Province”) in their efforts to promote JPIC matters. The work will be informed by the charism of St. Julie Billiart and guided by transformational values as we endeavor to find ways of nonviolently “speaking and living the truth in love” regarding the economic, social, and religious systems in the United States that create inequities that are subtle, overt, and dangerous.This position will:Collaborate in Mission through prayer, education and actionCreate relevant tools and resources for priority audiences to engage in social justiceCollaborate with SNDdeN groups across the Province and the Congregation who are working with JPIC-related topicsDevelop alliances and networks with other faith communities, especially on Social Justice priorities of the ProvinceReview, develop and implement socially responsible investment strategies alongside and in collaboration with the Investment CommitteeEssential Duties and Responsibilities
External alliances
Network nationally and represent the Province in its collaboration with local, regional, and national organizations advocating for justice, peace, and integrity of creation, including but not limited to LCWR (Leadership Conference of Women Religious), NETWORK, JCWR (Justice Conference of Women Religious), and the SNDdeN NGO at the UNManage JPIC efforts and represent EW Province
Oversee all current EW JPIC-related work to ensure all priorities are aligned and efforts are effectiveCoordinate and provide a Province public presence on justice and peace priority issuesInvolve SNDdeN and Associates in JPICCommunity education, engagement, and action
Develop and facilitate the process for taking Province positions on appropriate issuesDevelop resources about JPIC issues (position statements, talking points, how to get involved)Collaborate with the Sponsorship Office for JPIC-related support and materials for Sponsored Ministries as neededPartner with Mission Advancement colleagues to ensure efforts are aligned to build opportunities for general engagement and participation with JPIC-related effortsEncourage knowledge and action by distributing action alerts on focused issuesParticipate in mid-year gathering of the NDMVs to help develop clarity and connection to Justice and Peace prioritiesCreate and offer presentations and workshops about JPIC issues to stakeholders and our wider communityEducation/Experience
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Social Services, Justice Studies, Theology, or related field. Master’s degree preferredKnowledge of Catholic Social TeachingsExperience working with justice, peace and care of creation issuesExperience with congregations of women religious and/or faith-based, preferredSkills and Competencies
Excellent organizational and project management experience with the ability to see the big picture while being attentive to detailExcellent oral and written communication skillsMust embrace a collaborative work style with a high degree of EQVisionary, strategic, innovative, and able to unify people around the missionEvidence of good judgment, demonstrable personal integrity, powerful work ethic, and a results-oriented personality and dispositionPersonal traits: approachable, warm, outgoing, welcoming, compassionate, open to suggestions and change, with the ability to move forward with decisionsDesire to work in a women-centered organization and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the spirituality and charism of the Congregation
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The Director of Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation (JPIC) will coordinate the work of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur US East-West Province (“the Province”) in their efforts to promote JPIC matters. The work will be informed by the charism of St. Julie Billiart and guided by transformational values as we endeavor to find ways of nonviolently “speaking and living the truth in love” regarding the economic, social, and religious systems in the United States that create inequities that are subtle, overt, and dangerous.This position will:Collaborate in Mission through prayer, education and actionCreate relevant tools and resources for priority audiences to engage in social justiceCollaborate with SNDdeN groups across the Province and the Congregation who are working with JPIC-related topicsDevelop alliances and networks with other faith communities, especially on Social Justice priorities of the ProvinceReview, develop and implement socially responsible investment strategies alongside and in collaboration with the Investment CommitteeEssential Duties and Responsibilities
External alliances
Network nationally and represent the Province in its collaboration with local, regional, and national organizations advocating for justice, peace, and integrity of creation, including but not limited to LCWR (Leadership Conference of Women Religious), NETWORK, JCWR (Justice Conference of Women Religious), and the SNDdeN NGO at the UNManage JPIC efforts and represent EW Province
Oversee all current EW JPIC-related work to ensure all priorities are aligned and efforts are effectiveCoordinate and provide a Province public presence on justice and peace priority issuesInvolve SNDdeN and Associates in JPICCommunity education, engagement, and action
Develop and facilitate the process for taking Province positions on appropriate issuesDevelop resources about JPIC issues (position statements, talking points, how to get involved)Collaborate with the Sponsorship Office for JPIC-related support and materials for Sponsored Ministries as neededPartner with Mission Advancement colleagues to ensure efforts are aligned to build opportunities for general engagement and participation with JPIC-related effortsEncourage knowledge and action by distributing action alerts on focused issuesParticipate in mid-year gathering of the NDMVs to help develop clarity and connection to Justice and Peace prioritiesCreate and offer presentations and workshops about JPIC issues to stakeholders and our wider communityEducation/Experience
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Social Services, Justice Studies, Theology, or related field. Master’s degree preferredKnowledge of Catholic Social TeachingsExperience working with justice, peace and care of creation issuesExperience with congregations of women religious and/or faith-based, preferredSkills and Competencies
Excellent organizational and project management experience with the ability to see the big picture while being attentive to detailExcellent oral and written communication skillsMust embrace a collaborative work style with a high degree of EQVisionary, strategic, innovative, and able to unify people around the missionEvidence of good judgment, demonstrable personal integrity, powerful work ethic, and a results-oriented personality and dispositionPersonal traits: approachable, warm, outgoing, welcoming, compassionate, open to suggestions and change, with the ability to move forward with decisionsDesire to work in a women-centered organization and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the spirituality and charism of the Congregation
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