Senior Director of Program Mgmt. & Evaluation

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF ST. LOUIS, a family of ministries, has been helping people in need since 1912.  Inspired by Jesus Christ, we serve people in need, work to improve social conditions, and unite with others in this mission.

Job Summary

The Senior Director of Program Management and Evaluation will provide organization-wide leadership for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Catholic Charities of St. Louis’ (CCSTL) program management infrastructure. This role will lead a centralized approach to program intake, change management, data collection, evaluation, and sustainability across all ministries and service lines.

The position ensures strong alignment between program operations, quality, accreditation, and strategic decision-making by partnering with ministry / service line leadership, operations, finance, and quality to maintain accurate, timely, and standardized program information.

The Senior Director also plays a key role in supporting Joint Commission accreditation and continued readiness across Behavioral Health, Human Services, and Assisted Living by ensuring programs are designed, monitored, and evaluated in alignment with regulatory, accreditation, and community needs.

Job Responsibilities

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, public health, healthcare administration, public administration, evaluation, or a related field
• Significant experience in program management, program evaluation, performance improvement, or healthcare / human services administration
• Experience working in complex, multi-program or multi-site organizations
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into strategic insights
• Knowledge of accreditation, regulatory, or compliance frameworks (Joint Commission experience strongly preferred)
• Experience in nonprofit human services, behavioral health, or assisted living
• Experience developing centralized systems, workflows, or governance structures
• Familiarity with data visualization tools, dashboards, and performance reporting

Catholic Charities of St. Louis does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities. Catholic Charities of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure / certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.