About the Role

The Christian Civic Formation Director is a senior-level position at the Center for Christianity and Public Life (CCPL), a nonpartisan institution based in Washington, D.C. The Center’s mission is to contend for the credibility of Christian resources in public life, for the public good. We advance this mission through two parallel streams of work: Public Imagination—we explain Christianity to the public, and advance Christian resources for the good of the public; and Christian Civic Formation—we grow, resource, convene, and represent the community of Christians who are convinced that spiritual formation is central to civic renewal. Our vision is for a healthier politics and public life that benefits from an integrated, coherent Christian public presence.

The Director will lead the Christian Civic Formation stream, playing a key role in shaping the narrative of Christianity in public life and resourcing civic leaders professionally, spiritually, and intellectually. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing organization committed to fostering positive change in society through Christian contribution. The ideal candidate for this role is invigorated by developing new programs, is passionate about both the strategic design and the detailed execution of a program, and has a clear vision for spiritual formation and how it connects to the public good and civic health.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the President of CCPL and working in close collaboration with the Chief of Staff and Executive Office Manager, this individual will lead our organization’s Christian Civic Formation work. Over time, CCPL anticipates the director will manage a small team, including a Deputy Director.

The Christian Civic Formation Director is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and projects under the Christian Civic Formation stream. Key responsibilities include:

Program Development:

• Improve, implement, and oversee the Public Life Fellowship and the Community of Young Christians in Politics, and all future Christian Civic Formation programming.
• Provide essential strategic input and leadership on the overall direction of the Christian Civic Formation stream.
• Develop tools to measure and evaluate the impact of programs, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals.
• Pioneer new programs within the Christian Civic Formation stream and collaborate with the senior leadership team to align program designs with CCPL's overall mission and vision.
• As the team grows, recruit, train, and manage staff to support the expansion and effectiveness of the Christian Civic Formation programs.

Program Execution & Event Planning:

• Plan and execute events facilitating community engagement, learning, and partnerships within the Christian Civic Formation space.
• Host the Community of Young Christians in Politics monthly meetings and events.
• Secure speakers, mentors, event venues, and other logistics for the Public Life Fellowship and the Community of Young Christians in Politics.
• Work closely with the Executive Office Manager to manage travel, event logistics, and details for participants and speakers.

Content Expert:

• Serve as a content area expert and resource, within CCPL and without, on issues and opportunities involving theology, civic leadership, public life, and spiritual formation; this may include teaching core parts of program curricula.
• Design and enhance program curricula and design to ensure they effectively address participants' vocational and spiritual needs.
• Work with the communications team to write and manage external communications about programs to stakeholders, including funders, partners, and social media audiences.

Finance & Operations:

• Manage the budget for the Christian Civic Formation program, including tracking expenses, maintaining Excel budgets, liaising with CCPL's Chief of Staff, and working with their accounting firm to inform forecasting and cash flow.
• Manage relevant relationship management systems, processes, and operations in partnership with the Chief of Staff and Executive Office Manager.

Additional Details:

CCPL Values:

The Christian Civic Formation Director should embody and promote CCPL's values, including those indicated on our website.

Qualifications:

• Must believe in the mission and vision of CCPL and be excited to communicate and represent the organization to a diverse audience.
• 8+ years experience in program management and leadership roles, preferably in a faith-based or civic organization. Previous experience in a senior-level or management position is preferred.
• Deep understanding of both civic life/politics and Christian spiritual formation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to design and implement effective curricula and programs.
• Strong organizational and strategic planning skills; must be able to transition between details/logistics and big-picture ideas.
• Must be flexible and affable, willing to work at times with uncertainty, and eager to adjust to serve the shifting needs of a young nonprofit organization.
• Candidates who are Christians and who ascribe to the Nicene Creed and/or the Lausanne Covenant are preferred.
• Location: The ideal candidate is already located in Washington D.C., Baltimore, or the surrounding areas. A candidate with the desire to relocate to the Washington D.C. area in the next six to twelve months, but with the ability to travel for all CCPL events, would also be considered.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation commensurate with experience.
• Health benefits: Medical with HSA options and full dental and vision coverage.
• Paid time off: 20 days vacation and 8 sick days.
• Family and medical leave benefits.
• Flexible work hours: This full-time job is remote right now with expected travel for periodic in-person meetings and all CCPL in-person events. The role will become hybrid remote and in-person as the organization grows and establishes office space.