Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Vision: We see a world where each individual understands their God-given mission in life and is doing their best to fulfill it; a world where Catholic leaders are influential voices in society; a world where Jesus' example of loving, servant leadership is modeled in every family, workplace, parish, and community.

Purpose: Catholic Leadership Institute (CLI) provides bishops, priests, deacons, religious, and lay persons in the Roman Catholic Church with world-class, pastoral leadership formation and consulting services that strengthen their confidence and competence in ministry, enabling them to articulate a vision for their local church, to call forth the gifts of those they lead, and to create more vibrant faith communities rooted in Jesus Christ.

Summary: As a member of the Communication Team, the Communications Intern will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with colleagues across the apostolate to share the mission of Catholic Leadership Institute. With a focus on key internal and external audiences, there will be opportunities to apply organizational branding and messaging across a variety of print and digital channels. As a growing apostolate, there are a variety of areas to assist with planning, researching, and organizing content with a renewed sense of mission and creativity. The intern will work 20 to 30 hours per week.

Skill Development and Benefits: The Communications Intern will have the opportunity to develop and strengthen their writing and editing skills, while honing their critical thinking skills through research and interviews. Working in a fast-paced remote environment will help the Communications Intern hone their time management skills as well as their overall reliability and dependability. Participating in the communal life of CLI will give the Communications Intern the opportunity to deepen their Catholic faith and develop a sense of hope for the church.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and Experience Requirements:

• At least one year of college with coursework in communications, marketing, digital media, business administration, journalism, Catholic Studies, theology
• Business or journalistic writing and editing experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365
• Basic design skills using tools like Canva or Microsoft Publisher

Critical Skills and Demonstrated Behaviors:

• A practicing Catholic with a deep love for the Catholic Church and an understanding of the structures within the church

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of excellent teamwork
• A desire to participate in a fast-moving, collaborative culture
• Strong self-leadership and drive; confident and able to move forward with minimal supervision
• High level of comfort with ambiguity and ability to pivot as needs and priorities shift

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Area

Key Responsibilities

Digital Media

· Creation of a comprehensive and engaging digital media strategy to include researching best practices for nonprofits that yield great ROI

· Implementation of comprehensive digital media strategy to include planning, publishing, and organizing social media content

External Communications

• Collect, write, edit, and organize content for external audiences, such as our bi-annual publication and/or e-newsletters
• Conduct and compile research and background information in support of CLI thought leadership content
• Assist with planning and implementing communications strategies for external partners
• Assist with database management and refinement opportunities

Messaging & Branding

• Assist with content creation and design of collateral and templates
• Review, edit, and implement content and branding elements for departments within the apostolate

CRITICAL SUCCESS CRITERIA

Self-Assurance and Humility: Has deep trust in the Lord and in one's ability to meet most challenges. Inspires self and others to fulfill commitments and achieve a positive outcome. Does not seek personal recognition but is committed to the success and growth of others. Makes it about the other person rather than about self. Invites others to more fully participate and open up. Understands that "I have to do it myself and I can't do it alone." Values excellence and is committed to lifelong growth in holiness, confidence, and competence.

Comfortable with Ambiguity: Has ability to 'go and figure it out' when all necessary information is not available. Is willing to make quick decisions even without all the facts. Handles deviations from routine without assistance; readily accepts changes in procedures, assignments, and priorities. Takes change in stride; adapts, improves, and overcomes obstacles and challenges. Can balance competing priorities in assignments. Doesn't dwell on the negative or downside of things or decisions.

Resilient Drive: Has the ability and energy to do what it takes to be faithful to God's call and to one's unique role in service to the CLI Vision and Mission. Is motivated to achieve his/her goals and to support the goals of the organization, knowing that that will require effort, flexibility, and skill. Anticipates problems and obstacles and brings resourcefulness and a "can-do-spirit" to both short and long-term goals and tasks. Finds satisfaction in the living out of one's purpose and values and in the effort it takes to achieve one's key responsibilities and SMART Goals. Is committed to the development and training that it will take along the way.

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