Executive Assistant, Diocesan Services - Remote

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.

Position Summary

The Executive Assistant, Diocesan Services supports the Director of Service Strategy and the broader Diocesan Services team through high-level administrative support, scheduling coordination, communication management, meeting preparation, travel coordination, and operational assistance. This role helps maximize the effectiveness of the Diocesan Services division by ensuring administrative excellence, strong organization, and timely follow-through on day-to-day responsibilities.

The Executive Assistant serves as a primary administrative support resource for the Diocesan Services team by coordinating calendars, preparing materials, organizing meetings and logistics, managing communication flow, maintaining records and systems, and supporting client interactions with professionalism and hospitality. This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented individual who is proactive, dependable, service-minded, and capable of managing multiple administrative priorities in a fast-paced ministry environment.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Three-to-five years of executive assistant, project coordination, operations, or administrative support experience
• Experience supporting senior leaders, executives, or ministry leadership preferred
• Non-profit, diocesan, parish, or ministry experience strongly preferred
• Experience coordinating meetings, travel, events, and cross-functional projects
• Experience using CRM and project management platforms preferred

Skills and Other Qualifications:

• Practicing Catholic with a deep love for the Catholic Church
• Strong understanding of Catholic culture, diocesan structures, parish life, evangelization, and ministry leadership
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong judgment and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to work effectively with bishops, diocesan leaders, pastors, donors, clients, and colleagues
• Highly proactive and capable of anticipating needs and solving problems independently
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong administrative coordination, organization, and follow-through capabilities
• High emotional intelligence and relational maturity
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Familiarity with CRM platforms, scheduling tools, and virtual meeting technology
• Ability to travel occasionally and support on-site meetings and events as needed

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

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.