Diaconate Office; PDO Coordinator

The Permanent Diaconate Office is seeking a full-time Coordinator for a 12-18 month contract.

The diaconate was established at the time of the apostles. In the early Church, some men were called to become deacons, ordained ministers who served the people of God under the direction of the Bishop. As a response to the recommendations of the Second Vatican Council, the Bishops of Canada reactivated the order of permanent deacons. In 2011, Archbishop Michael Miller officially restored the permanent diaconate in the Archdiocese of Vancouver.

Deacons are called to serve. The title “deacon” comes from the Greek word “diakonos,” which means “servant.” Though all Christians by baptism are called to “diakonia,” or service, deacons serve as a public sacramental sign of Christ in and at the service of the world.

The Coordinator supports the Director of the Permanent Diaconate Office by coordinating the following processes: recruitment, intake, formation, event management, evaluations, assignment, communication and ordination.

If you would like to put your skills and talents at the service of this meaningful ministry, we would like to hear from you.

• Bachelors’ degree or equivalent;
• Five years (minimum) of experience, preferably in an academic or administrative setting. Experience in a faith-based environment preferred;
• Demonstrated success in organization of complex tasks;
• Ability to track projects, meet deadlines, and maintain records;
• Awareness of issues of confidentiality and privacy;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to draft manuals, written proposals and reports;
• Superior management skills to ensure overall effectiveness of the mission of the office;
• Ability to respond cordially to inquirers and to maintain supportive relationships with candidates, professors and priests;
• Aptitude for self-directed work with minimum supervision and direction;
• Superior skills with Microsoft Office suite and the Internet is required,
• Ability to work variable hours as required;
• We offer a comprehensive group benefits plan and pension plan;
• Salary Range: $54, 640.00 - $64,705.00

Final date to receive applications: open until filled

Please submit a résumé and cover letter with “PD Coordinator” in the subject line to:

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Thank you for your interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.