Director of Padua Replication Strategy Catholic Charities of Fort Worth

The Director of Padua Replication Strategy will lead a groundbreaking initiative to replicate the highly successful Padua program across the country. This individual will be responsible for strategic expansion, partnership development, operational execution, and fundraising to ensure the program’s mission is effectively carried out at each new replication site. A unique blend of visionary leadership and hands‑on operational expertise is required to scale this innovative social services model with integrity and impact.

You’ll join a mission-driven team and agency dedicated to supporting our clients. We have been entrusted with a 115-year legacy of doing good and we have set forth a bold goal of ending poverty in our community. Our services are uniquely positioned to address a myriad of key factors that keep families from reaching their bigger, brighter future. We have identified five different areas, or pathways, in which our programs create impact: financial resiliency, education credentials, emotional resiliency, resource stability, and employment.

And we’re growing our team to make it all happen! Though we are guided by our Catholic Faith, you do not have to be Catholic to join our team or receive services.

• Leading, Management, and Accountability
• Strategic Partnership Development
• Site Operationalization and Model Fidelity
• National Resource Development
• Organizational Leadership

• Strategic Expansion & Partnership Development
• Act as liaison with LEO as a replication thought partner to achieve scaling goals
• Identify, engage, and cultivate potential partner agencies nationwide that align with the mission and values of Padua.
• Lead the vetting process to assess organizational fit, capacity, and readiness of prospective replication sites.
• Serve as the primary ambassador and spokesperson for the Padua replication initiative at conferences, meetings, and public events.
• Guide new partner agencies through the full program adoption lifecycle, from commitment through launch and early implementation.
• Coordinate with cross-functional internal teams to develop and deliver comprehensive onboarding, training, and support materials.
• Ensure adherence to program fidelity, quality standards, and ongoing evaluation processes at all replication sites.
• Safeguard Padua intellectual property and proprietary materials.
• Develop and lead a strategic fundraising plan to support the National Office of the replication initiative, including identifying and securing philanthropic, corporate, and public funding sources.
• Build relationships with funders, develop compelling grant proposals, and steward ongoing donor engagement.
• Collaborate with the marketing and development teams to amplify the national visibility of the Padua replication strategy.
• Support replication site fundraising efforts in their local area
• Organizational Leadership & Vision
• Provide clear leadership and vision for the replication initiative aligned with the organization’s overall mission.
• Translate strategic goals into executable plans with measurable outcomes.
• Inspire internal teams and external partners with a compelling vision while ensuring attention to detail in implementation.

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• Experience in program expansion, partnership development, or organizational leadership within a nonprofit or social services context.
• Demonstrated success in business development, stakeholder engagement, and/or franchise‑style program replication.
• Strong fundraising experience with proven ability to secure major gifts and grants.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Experience in change management, systems implementation, or operational leadership a plus.

• Full‑time salaried position. Pay is determined by relevant experience, work history, education and internal equities.
• Insurance/Critical Illness/d
• Health Savings Account – CCFW contributes $110 per month
• 100% Company paid Long‑Term Disability
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