Director of Institute Justice Team
Merion Station, PA Merion Station, PA Full-time Full-time Estimated:
$95.
8K - $121K a year Estimated:
$95.
8K - $121K a year Sustained and inspired by their relationship with God and one another, the mission of the Sisters of Mercy is to respond with vision and compassion to the needs of people who are poor, sick, and uneducated.
This mission serves as a motivational force in the day-to-day activities of the employees of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas and as we extend compassion and mercy to others, practice and encourage social justice, and strive to live mercifully.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Director of the Institute Justice Team provides organizational leadership and guides and supervises the work of the Institute Justice Team members.
The Justice Team is responsible for the planning and implementation of the education, advocacy and organizing of the Mercy network in responding to the Critical Concerns and justice concerns of the Sisters of Mercy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Organization Leadership Works collaboratively with the Institute Leadership Team (ILT) to set and advance the mission and the strategic priorities and policies related to our Critical Concerns and the work of justice.
Advises ILT on matters of justice, including the engagement of Mercy's voice in the public square.
Works collaboratively and strategically with peers in communications, the Institute Office of Anti-Racism and Racial Equity, and Climate and Sustainability to address Critical Concerns and intersectionality.
Leads planning, prioritization and development of strategies that engage Mercy in the work of justice and Critical Concerns.
Ensures communication and coordination of justice work with Mercy Investment Services and Mercy Global Action at the United Nations, Mercy International Association.
Cultivates relationships with Mercy Volunteer Corp, Mercy Education System and Conference for Mercy Higher Education for justice resourcing and collaboration around the Critical Concerns and the work of justice.
Team Leadership Provides leadership in developing annual goals, materials, timelines, yearly budget, and implementation of the justice plan.
Provides leadership to and facilitates planning with the Institute Justice Team in implementing Institute-wide initiatives on the Critical Concerns and the justice work of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas.
Builds a dynamic team that shares responsibility, effectively works together, and engages both strategically and reactively when necessary.
Convenes Institute Justice Team members regularly to set priorities and develop a deeper understanding of justice issues for Mercy's engagement.
Resourcing on Justice Issues Develops annual advocacy strategy and efforts in response to the Critical Concerns and the work of justice, grounded in the experience of the most impacted people, communities, and Earth.
Cultivates international relationships with Mercy sisters, associates and partners throughout the Institute and develops appropriate advocacy strategy.
Ensures that national and international policies are analyzed to determine intersection with Critical Concerns, impact on people and Earth and Mercy's role in responding.
Coordinates the organizing of Mercy sisters, associates, companions, and ministry partners for action responses to the Critical Concerns and issues of justice.
Assures development of education and action resources, educational experiences and communication opportunities to further the Critical Concerns and issues of justice.
National and International Coalition Work Represents Sisters of Mercy in justice and faith-based coalitions, taking leadership when appropriate.
Works collaboratively and in coordination with Leadership of Women Religious (LCWR) on justice initiatives.
Assures the building of working relationships with groups and coalitions.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.
QUALIFICATIONS Education, Competencies, and Experience Toperform the job successfully, an individual should have the following education, competencies, and experience.
Bachelor's Degree or certification in Social Justice, Theology, Public Policy, or related field and Administration.
At least ten years of professional experience and/or training, preferred in justice ministry leadership.
Experience and education requirements may be satisfied with equivalent combination of education and experience.
Understanding of, and support for, the mission and values of the Sisters of Mercy.
Familiarity with Catholic structures and Catholic Social Justice teachings.
Understanding and appreciation of traditions and culture of Sisters of Mercy Experience in working with marginalized populations.
Comprehension of levels of racism:
individual, interpersonal, institutional and structural racism and some experience/training in addressing structural racism.
Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft Teams, Word, Outlook, Access, and PowerPoint.
Ability to travel occasionally.
Language Skills Professional level proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.
Ability to analyze and interpret current events and professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to Institute Leadership, affiliates, and others.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk, sit; speak; hear; use hands to handle objects.
The employee may be required to occassionally bend, stoop, twist and/or lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
The employee will be required to operate office equipment such as computers, telephones and fax machines and work with manual filing systems.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, and manuals.
Ability to speak effectively with other employees, members, and supervisors.
Work Environment Work is primarily performed in a modern office environment.
Job Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Experience:
Justice ministry leadership:
10 years (Required) Willingness to travel:
25% (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$95.
8K - $121K a year Estimated:
$95.
8K - $121K a year Sustained and inspired by their relationship with God and one another, the mission of the Sisters of Mercy is to respond with vision and compassion to the needs of people who are poor, sick, and uneducated.
This mission serves as a motivational force in the day-to-day activities of the employees of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas and as we extend compassion and mercy to others, practice and encourage social justice, and strive to live mercifully.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Director of the Institute Justice Team provides organizational leadership and guides and supervises the work of the Institute Justice Team members.
The Justice Team is responsible for the planning and implementation of the education, advocacy and organizing of the Mercy network in responding to the Critical Concerns and justice concerns of the Sisters of Mercy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Organization Leadership Works collaboratively with the Institute Leadership Team (ILT) to set and advance the mission and the strategic priorities and policies related to our Critical Concerns and the work of justice.
Advises ILT on matters of justice, including the engagement of Mercy's voice in the public square.
Works collaboratively and strategically with peers in communications, the Institute Office of Anti-Racism and Racial Equity, and Climate and Sustainability to address Critical Concerns and intersectionality.
Leads planning, prioritization and development of strategies that engage Mercy in the work of justice and Critical Concerns.
Ensures communication and coordination of justice work with Mercy Investment Services and Mercy Global Action at the United Nations, Mercy International Association.
Cultivates relationships with Mercy Volunteer Corp, Mercy Education System and Conference for Mercy Higher Education for justice resourcing and collaboration around the Critical Concerns and the work of justice.
Team Leadership Provides leadership in developing annual goals, materials, timelines, yearly budget, and implementation of the justice plan.
Provides leadership to and facilitates planning with the Institute Justice Team in implementing Institute-wide initiatives on the Critical Concerns and the justice work of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas.
Builds a dynamic team that shares responsibility, effectively works together, and engages both strategically and reactively when necessary.
Convenes Institute Justice Team members regularly to set priorities and develop a deeper understanding of justice issues for Mercy's engagement.
Resourcing on Justice Issues Develops annual advocacy strategy and efforts in response to the Critical Concerns and the work of justice, grounded in the experience of the most impacted people, communities, and Earth.
Cultivates international relationships with Mercy sisters, associates and partners throughout the Institute and develops appropriate advocacy strategy.
Ensures that national and international policies are analyzed to determine intersection with Critical Concerns, impact on people and Earth and Mercy's role in responding.
Coordinates the organizing of Mercy sisters, associates, companions, and ministry partners for action responses to the Critical Concerns and issues of justice.
Assures development of education and action resources, educational experiences and communication opportunities to further the Critical Concerns and issues of justice.
National and International Coalition Work Represents Sisters of Mercy in justice and faith-based coalitions, taking leadership when appropriate.
Works collaboratively and in coordination with Leadership of Women Religious (LCWR) on justice initiatives.
Assures the building of working relationships with groups and coalitions.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.
QUALIFICATIONS Education, Competencies, and Experience Toperform the job successfully, an individual should have the following education, competencies, and experience.
Bachelor's Degree or certification in Social Justice, Theology, Public Policy, or related field and Administration.
At least ten years of professional experience and/or training, preferred in justice ministry leadership.
Experience and education requirements may be satisfied with equivalent combination of education and experience.
Understanding of, and support for, the mission and values of the Sisters of Mercy.
Familiarity with Catholic structures and Catholic Social Justice teachings.
Understanding and appreciation of traditions and culture of Sisters of Mercy Experience in working with marginalized populations.
Comprehension of levels of racism:
individual, interpersonal, institutional and structural racism and some experience/training in addressing structural racism.
Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft Teams, Word, Outlook, Access, and PowerPoint.
Ability to travel occasionally.
Language Skills Professional level proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.
Ability to analyze and interpret current events and professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to Institute Leadership, affiliates, and others.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk, sit; speak; hear; use hands to handle objects.
The employee may be required to occassionally bend, stoop, twist and/or lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
The employee will be required to operate office equipment such as computers, telephones and fax machines and work with manual filing systems.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, and manuals.
Ability to speak effectively with other employees, members, and supervisors.
Work Environment Work is primarily performed in a modern office environment.
Job Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Experience:
Justice ministry leadership:
10 years (Required) Willingness to travel:
25% (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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