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Cana Family Institute Executive Director

Job Qualifications: The Cana Family Institute in Crystal, Minn., in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, seeks a Cana Family Institute Executive Director. This person will: ● Oversee and manage all mission-aligned organization and program-related partnerships, currently in St. Paul/Minneapolis, Cincinnati, & Houston. ● Lead, coach, develop, and inspire organizational leaders by ensuring ongoing formation and training. ● Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization. ● Secure resources to support the organizational mission and vision in conjunction with the Board and staff . ● Actively secure individual gifts from donors and manage donor pipeline. Essential Responsibilities 1) Leadership and Management (25%) ● Ensure CFI’s activities are compliant and in furtherance of its mission. ● Keep informed–and the organization’s leadership informed–of significant developments and changes in the internal and external environment. ● Work closely with the Board and staff to craft and implement a 3-5 year Strategic Plan. ● Work with the Board to determine adjustments to the plan annually. ● Cultivate a culture within the organization that is centered on mission and vision and that connects activities with outcomes toward continuous improvement. ● Oversee organization’s staff , including recruiting and hiring; actively manage and supervise direct reports. ● Create a work environment that attracts, inspires, and retains talented and passionate staff who support CFI’s mission and values. 2) Fundraising and Communications (55%) ● Identify, cultivate and solicit major gifts. ● In cooperation with the Board, ensure successful implementation of the annual development calendar. ● Ensure effective external communications about CFI’s mission, priorities, importance, programs, and activities. ● Champion CFI and advocate its mission to internal and external stakeholders. ● Foster and mature relationships with the Catholic Community Foundation and other supportive foundation entities. ● Explore other fundraising avenues such as grant writing, legacy gifts, etc. 3) Administration and Management (20%) ● Oversee the development of the annual budget and, working closely with the Board Treasurer, monitor revenue and expenses to ensure alignment. ● Attend weekly 1:1 with the Board President. ● Provide regular reports to the Board and participate in Board meetings and committee meetings as assigned. As of Sept 2025 1 ● Lead and deliver ongoing formation and updates to the staff during staff meetings, onsites and branch visits. ● In collaboration with the Director of Operations, oversee other aspects of organizational administration including human resources management, service contracts, and facilities management. ● Attend all local St. Paul/Minneapolis branch Cana Family Institute events as the face of the organization. Cana Banquet, Leadership Launch, Mornings of Refl ection, Graduation, etc. ● Other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

1. Ability to travel throughout the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis and to other branches, as needed.
2. Manage all details associated with work travel including prompt reporting of travel expenses. Essential Qualifications 1) Agreement with Beliefs, Convictions and Approach ● Commitment to Cana Family Institute’s organizational beliefs and convictions: We believe: the human family and the Church are the primary, foundational institutions of a civil and just society; the family is the school of love with parents as the primary educators of their family; the parish and school are sources of community where families encounter Christ; in the power of Christ-centered leadership and the development of missionary disciples. ● Commitment to Four Pillars: Enlightening Curriculum, Accompaniment Approach, Leadership Development, and Partnerships ● Commitment to Core Values: People First, Team Player, Heroic Goals, Deep Roots 2) Active, practicing Catholic with demonstrated understanding of the Roman Catholic Church and a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in marriage and family. 3) Professional experience ● Ability to lead and drive the implementation of strategic vision of the organization; ability to coordinate collaborative eff orts to further a specifi c mission; ability to motivate and inspire others. ● Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and motivate others with a wide range of staffing roles. ● Demonstrated understanding of the non-profi t sector, including productive and collegial work with a volunteer Board of directors. ● Excellent relationship management and communication skills, both written and verbal–including public speaking. ● Strong business acumen, ability to infl uence action through plans and attention to detail. ● Ability to recognize and respond quickly to organizational issues and risks with intuition, agility and situational savvy. As of Sept 2025 2 Position Requirements ● Undergraduate and/or graduate degree with business, management or leadership focus, preferred. ● Demonstrated fundraising experience. ● Demonstrated ability in fiscal and human resource management. ● Demonstrated ability to lead through adversity and maintain stability and a strong mission-driven culture. ● Excellent communication skills, verbal and written as well as public speaking. ● Experience in a non-profi t organization preferred. Compensation ● Salaried, full-time work week as an exempt employee ● Generous paid personal time off and holidays as outlined in current CFI policies ● Health Insurance stipend available based on need.

Location Crystal, MN offices and remote (Hybrid) as well as off -site meetings and appointments as applicable. Supervision President of the Board of Directors (Board) through the Executive Committee

How to Apply: : Please submit resume and cover letter to president@canafamilyinstitute.org

Job Deadline: November 15, 2025

Fall Policy Intern and Spring Law Clerk

Job Qualifications: 2) The Minnesota Catholic Conference in St. Paul, MN, is seeking a Fall Policy Intern and Spring Law Clerk to join their team. These positions are a great way to gain hands-on experience in law and public policy while serving the mission of the Church at the Capitol.Those interested should visit www.mncatholic.org/jobs to learn more.