Ecumenical​/Interfaith Coordinator; Peer Ministry Intern

Ecumenical/Interfaith Coordinator (Peer Ministry Intern)
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Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Ecumenical/Interfaith Coordinator (Peer Ministry Intern)

Academic Year

Academic Year

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Ecumenical/Interfaith Coordinator serves as a Peer Ministry Intern ( PMI ) within University Mission and Ministry ( UMM ) to articulate the mission of the division by engaging university life through prayer, worship, outreach, faith development, and pastoral care. The Ecumenical/Interfaith Coordinator reports to the Ecumenical Interfaith Chaplain.

Essential Functions

• Actively participates in the planning of ecumenical/interfaith programs;
• Assists in establishing dialogue with other faith leaders within the UIW community and surrounding communities;
• Assists in the creation of policy, education, and dialogue for the UIW community;
• Serves as liaison between the UIW Interfaith Council and the Interfaith Student Association;
• Works diligently to promote culture and diversity on campus through programs and activities;
• Acts as a resource person for the various cultural, ethnic and faith-based groups on campus;
• Assists with the development and publishing of newsletters and webpage content for the Interfaith Council;
• Helps to maintain a positive, inviting atmosphere and physical environment for all people;
• Meets regularly with the Director of Ecumenical/Interfaith Initiatives and/or Graduate Assistant for updates, mentoring, and guidance;
• Collaborates with other areas within the division, such as Faith Formation, Music Ministry, Media Ministry, and Liturgy/ Worship;
• Attends area and divisional formation sessions as listed on the academic calendar;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

• Experience in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
• Strong leadership skills;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Formation and active participation in one’s faith tradition through prayer and personal spirituality;
• Knowledge and experience of ones own tradition as well as openness to other faith traditions, prayer experiences, music, and topics relevant to being a young adult;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .

Required Education

Current UIW student.

Required Work Experience

• Basic work experience in public speaking, leading small and large group activities-training provided;
• Previous participation in ministry as a volunteer, part-time, or full-time capacity at a church, synagogue, mosque, school, or institution leading youth group activities such as retreats, prayer services, faith sharing groups, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, etc.).

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Ten (10) hours per week.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 15lbs for table event set-up.
• Ability to reach overhead, bend, and squat to retrieve event materials.
• Ability to push/pull event carts holding up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to actively engage in events for extended periods of time.
• Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage faculty, staff, and potential/current students, as well as attend meetings on and off campus.

Posting Number

Posting Number STU
1590PO

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

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