Intercultural Support Coordinator

Description:

The Catholic Diocese of Memphis is seeking a mission-driven Part-Time Intercultural Support Coordinator to help build unity in diversity across our culturally rich and vibrant diocesan community. This role fosters intercultural understanding, supports pastoral needs, and strengthens collaboration among various cultural groups, including African American, Vietnamese, Polish, Filipino, Korean, and Native American communities.

Rooted in the Church’s mission of evangelization, this position works to build communion through relationship-building, cultural education, and intentional engagement at both parish and diocesan levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote mutual respect, dialogue, and collaboration among the diocese’s culturally diverse communities.
• Build a strong network of leaders from various cultural backgrounds to foster unity and shared mission.
• Partner with the Council for African American Catholic Ministry and other cultural organizations to implement national pastoral plans and encourage participation.
• Advance racial and cultural harmony through pastoral care, workshops, and education initiatives.
• Support language access and cultural competency training for clergy, parish staff, and lay leaders.
• Develop and deliver workshops on intercultural ministry and evangelization tailored to community needs.
• Recruit, train, and coordinate culturally sensitive presenters for events at the parish and diocesan level.
• Maintain ongoing communication with pastors, clergy, and lay leaders to assess and respond to pastoral needs.
• Work collaboratively with other coordinators to support diocesan outreach and faith formation efforts.

Requirements:

• Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing, with a passion for evangelization and cultural inclusion.
• Experience in ministry or education involving diverse cultural or immigrant communities.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of additional languages is a strong asset.
• Understanding of cultural dynamics within the Catholic Church and sensitivity to immigrant experiences.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience coordinating events, facilitating workshops, and working with volunteers or leaders.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clergy, parish staff, and lay leaders across diverse settings.
• Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed.