Office and Events Coordinator - World Mission Ministries

Are you a highly organized professional with 2–5 years of experience ready to blend administrative excellence with adaptive communication across all channels and ready to use your skills to connect the local church with the global mission?

Join World Mission Ministries (WMM) and become the driving force behind our events and digital presence. This role requires moving beyond foundational written and oral skills to include a forward-looking proficiency in digital communication, actively tracking and understanding the latest trends, etiquette, and effective deployment strategies for social media and other key emerging communication technologies. You will directly promote the global missionary work of the Catholic Church in Milwaukee and around the world.

Our Mission: Two Entities, One Impact

This pivotal role serves as the central hub supporting our dual mission:

• The Society for the Propagation of the Faith (Pontifical): Focused on Mission Animation, vocational support, and essential Pontifical fundraising for the global Church.
• Archdiocesan Office for World Mission (Local): Focused on archdiocesan solidarity, supporting the sister parish (La Sagrada Familia), coordinating local education, immersion trips, and pilgrimages.

Communications & Publicity

• Develop and manage strategic communications across all channels, including social media, website updates, and creation of high-impact materials using Canva, Publisher, and Adobe.
• Maintain and update donor communication and appeal mailing lists to ensure accuracy and effective outreach.
• Monitor engagement metrics and adjust communication strategies to enhance audience reach and message effectiveness.

Event Planning & Execution

• Lead the planning and delivery of mission-focused events (virtual and in-person) in collaboration with the Board Engagement Committee to advance organizational goals.
• Oversee all logistical aspects, including venue selection, scheduling, content development, and volunteer management.
• Evaluate event outcomes and implement improvements to enhance engagement, impact, and alignment with the organization’s mission.

Office Coordination & Administration:

• Provide essential administrative support, including preparing materials and managing logistics for quarterly board meetings.
• Maintain and update constituent data in the organizational database (e.g., Greenlight) to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Streamline office operations by improving administrative processes and supporting cross-departmental coordination.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2–5 years of experience in Communications, Event Planning, or Office Administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, design software (Canva, Publisher, Adobe), and database management.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to manage deadlines, work independently, and commit to occasional evening/weekend availability for events.

Working Environment

• On-site work at the Archdiocese of Milwaukee World Mission Ministry Department
• Occasional travel within the Archdiocese of Milwaukee
• A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required

Compensation and Benefits:

• This position is full-time (40 hours per week), salaried position.  The Archdiocese of Milwaukee provides a full scope of employment benefits, including medical, dental, vision, flextime, Catholic school tuition assistance for children of employees, 403b, and a pension program.  

Please submit your resume, cover letter why you are interested in working for World Mission Ministries, and a portfolio of work to:

  [email protected]