Director of Unmet Needs Long-term Recovery Group at Diocese of Venice in Florida

Fort Myers, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Disaster Management, Public Administration, Non-profit Management, Program Administration, Leadership, Communication, Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Regulatory Knowledge, Data Management, Quality Assurance, Community Development, Technical Assistance, Disaster Recovery

Industry

Description

Title: Director of Unmet Needs Long-term Recovery Group for Lee County *Temporary position with an anticipated end on or about May 31st, 2026 Reports to: CEO Location: Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice Inc - Lee County Classification: Salaried/Exempt Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice Inc. is a vital component of the regional Catholic Church and a premier provider of social services in ten counties of southwest Florida. Each year, we deliver over a quarter million services, relying on the dedication and generosity of thousands of volunteers and millions in charitable contributions and grants. Our mission is to serve all individuals in need, with specialized programs that cater to the elderly, individuals with special needs, single mothers of newborns, victims of human trafficking, the homeless, and at-risk youth. As a state designated First Responder, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice is playing a crucial role in the response to Hurricane Ian, exhibiting our unwavering commitment to those in need. Overview The Director of the Unmet Needs Long-term Recovery Group will oversee and coordinate the long-term disaster recovery efforts for Lee County. This includes developing and implementing uniform procedures, systems, and practices to address the ongoing needs of disaster-affected communities and monitoring and evaluating progress toward recovery goals. The Director will work closely with Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice (CCDOV) and a collaborative network of organizations and stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive approach is used to achieve project goals. The Director will report to the CCDOV Resource and Recovery Director and will supervise project staff to ensure efficient daily operations. Responsibilities: * Organize, plan, and facilitate meetings and sub-committee meetings of the LTRG. * Develop and implement a strategic plan for the long-term recovery efforts of Lee County. * Facilitate the alignment of existing outcomes, goals, and objectives. * Facilitate the development of shared performance targets & measurements, measurement practices/systems. * Compile performance and community data and develop a quality assurance/quality control procedure to monitor performance. * Assure communication of group activities and progress. * Research and mobilize grant opportunities aligned with the LTRG goals. * Facilitate the ongoing development of partnerships across group members and sub-committees. * Create, develop, and facilitate the Unmet Needs Table. * Coordinate and facilitate collaboration, training, and technical assistance among members. * Ensure adherence to policies and procedures, including all security, privacy, and data quality guidelines. * Develop clear eligibility criteria and utilize a centralized intake and referral system for disaster survivors. * Monitor and evaluate progress through regular reporting, tracking of key performance indicators, and conducting periodic assessments of the effectiveness of the group's activities. * Establish clear communication channels to ensure everyone is informed of important updates and decisions. * Ensure data management and reporting systems provide useful data to assess the efficiency and accountability of the collective effort. * Plan and host monthly community disaster education and awareness events. * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Disaster Management, Public Administration, Non-profit Management, or related field. * Minimum of 5 years of experience in disaster management, community development, or related field. * Experience in program administration, development, implementation, management, and evaluation. * Strong leadership skills with experience in supervising staff. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and community members. * Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of people to achieve common goals. * Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. * Experience in grant writing and fundraising. * Knowledge of state, local, and federal regulations related to disaster management. * Valid FL Driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle for travel. * Ability to pass a Level II background screening.

Responsibilities

The Director will oversee and coordinate long-term disaster recovery efforts for Lee County, developing and implementing procedures to address ongoing needs. They will work closely with various organizations to ensure a comprehensive approach to recovery goals.