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Job Posting: Development & Engagement Assistant, Vital Voices Global Partnership; Washington DC
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1. Assist with special event and program planning, preparation, and execution including the Annual Global Leadership Awards Benefit, performances of the Vital Voices play SEVEN, and regional leadership summits
2. Help to manage and administer volunteer outreach and engagement programs
3. Conduct donor research and analysis
4. Act as liaison to the Vital Voices Communications Team providing event and outreach updates and helping to develop related content for VVGP's website and blog
5. Perform administrative duties as related to the position including database and list management, preparation of event materials, event registration and RSVP management, maintaining the events and outreach calendar, and budget tracking (invoices, check requests, etc.):
o Receive, process, and record donations made online and via mail and phone
o Work closely with finance department to track fundraising progress
o Provide support in grant-making process by preparing grant agreements, invoices, and tax receipts and monitoring payment process
o Manage donor acknowledgment process, including letters and phone calls
o Assist Development Director with fundraising solicitation as needed, primarily through letter writing and funder research
o Manage donor database
6. Provide logistics support for visibility and outreach events as needed
7. Attend and work special events and programs as needed
• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion, good judgment, and establish and maintain professional relationships with donors, board members, corporate and NGO partners, volunteers, and vendors
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast paced-environment
• Ability to quickly grasp conceptual plans and implement them in a timely manner with close attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and database management; Knowledge of Salesforce and Salsa (Democracy in Action) preferred
International and domestic travel may be required. For more information about Vital Voices Global Partnership, please visit our web site at: www.vitalvoices.org.
To apply: Please e-mail a letter of interest, resume, and two references with contact information to: recruiting@vitalvoices.org. NO CALLS PLEASE.
- Organization:
- Vital Voices Global Partnershi
- Location:
- United States (Washington, DC)
- Website:
- www.vitalvoices.org
- Email:
- recruiting@vitalvoices.org
- Apply online:
- Click here to apply online for this position >>
Description:
The Development & Engagement Assistant will support a growing team tasked with development, outreach and events. The ideal candidate will have initiative, a strong work ethic, excellent interpersonal communication skills, patience under pressure and a passion for the projects that Vital Voices supports. Major Duties and Responsibilities:1. Assist with special event and program planning, preparation, and execution including the Annual Global Leadership Awards Benefit, performances of the Vital Voices play SEVEN, and regional leadership summits
2. Help to manage and administer volunteer outreach and engagement programs
3. Conduct donor research and analysis
4. Act as liaison to the Vital Voices Communications Team providing event and outreach updates and helping to develop related content for VVGP's website and blog
5. Perform administrative duties as related to the position including database and list management, preparation of event materials, event registration and RSVP management, maintaining the events and outreach calendar, and budget tracking (invoices, check requests, etc.):
o Receive, process, and record donations made online and via mail and phone
o Work closely with finance department to track fundraising progress
o Provide support in grant-making process by preparing grant agreements, invoices, and tax receipts and monitoring payment process
o Manage donor acknowledgment process, including letters and phone calls
o Assist Development Director with fundraising solicitation as needed, primarily through letter writing and funder research
o Manage donor database
6. Provide logistics support for visibility and outreach events as needed
7. Attend and work special events and programs as needed
Qualification:
• 1-2 years experience in Non-Profit development & engagement or related field • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion, good judgment, and establish and maintain professional relationships with donors, board members, corporate and NGO partners, volunteers, and vendors
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast paced-environment
• Ability to quickly grasp conceptual plans and implement them in a timely manner with close attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and database management; Knowledge of Salesforce and Salsa (Democracy in Action) preferred
International and domestic travel may be required. For more information about Vital Voices Global Partnership, please visit our web site at: www.vitalvoices.org.
To apply: Please e-mail a letter of interest, resume, and two references with contact information to: recruiting@vitalvoices.org. NO CALLS PLEASE.
Job Posting: Executive Assistant, Center for American Security, Washingotn DC
See the original posting here.
Responsibilities
Specific job duties include:
The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit research organization dedicated to developing strong, pragmatic and principled national security and defense policies. Building on the deep expertise and broad experience of its staff and advisors, CNAS engages policymakers, experts and the public with innovative, fact-based research, ideas and analysis to shape the national security debate. CNAS is located in Washington, D.C., and was established in February 2007.
To Apply
CNAS is accepting online applications only. Apply online.
Your complete application must include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in and qualified for this job and a resume or CV.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
- Organization:
- Center for New American Security
- Location:
- United States (Washington, DC)
- Website:
- http://www.cnas.org
- Compensation:
- Commensurate with experience and education
- Contact Information:
- Laura DeLucia
- Phone:
- 2024579400
- Email:
- info@cnas.org
- Apply online:
- Click here to apply online for this position >>
Description:
Executive Assistant CNAS seeks to hire an Executive Assistant to support both the Chief Executive Officer and the President of the organization. About the Position CNAS is looking for a qualified candidate to handle administrative duties for the leadership of the organization on a full-time basis. The Executive Assistant will work closely with the CEO and the President in scheduling meetings, drafting letters and emails, answering phones, arranging travel, and other administrative duties. The Executive Assistant will also assist the Vice President/Director of Studies with scheduling meetings as needed and will play a role in coordinating communication among the Center's directors and leadership. This position will expose you to the national security field. All CNAS employees are expected to contribute to the entrepreneurial, collaborative culture of the organization.Responsibilities
Specific job duties include:
- Scheduling meetings and appointments
- Strategically managing the calendars of the CEO and President
- Coordinating communication among directors and leadership
- Assisting the Director of Operations with communication with Board of Directors/Board of Advisors
- Making travel arrangements
- Drafting correspondence
- Note-taking in meetings
- Managing email communication
- Answering phones
- Assisting in event planning and setup
- Bachelor's degree
- Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking abilities
- Attention to detail, intelligence, energy, and collegiality
- Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
- Positive attitude
- Flexible schedule
- Legal right to work in the United States
The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit research organization dedicated to developing strong, pragmatic and principled national security and defense policies. Building on the deep expertise and broad experience of its staff and advisors, CNAS engages policymakers, experts and the public with innovative, fact-based research, ideas and analysis to shape the national security debate. CNAS is located in Washington, D.C., and was established in February 2007.
To Apply
CNAS is accepting online applications only. Apply online.
Your complete application must include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in and qualified for this job and a resume or CV.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Job Posting: Research Analyst, Manufactured Imports and Investment Promotion Organization (MIPRO) of Japan; Washington DC
See the original posting here.
Research Analyst
- Organization:
- MIPRO of Japan
- Location:
- United States (Washington, DC)
- Contact Information:
- Nikki Lindsay
- Phone:
- 202-659-3729
- Email:
- nikki@miprodc.com
Description:
Manufactured Imports and Investment Promotion Organization (MIPRO) of Japan is a non-profit public interest foundation. The DC office's primary functions includes researching the US economy, trade and industry; engaging in activities to promote exports and investment to Japan; performing liaison functions for visiting Japanese delegations; and general office administration activities. The Research Analyst serves as a key information resource for the Washington DC office and Tokyo headquarters, providing timely and relevant analysis and reports on political, economic and business issues. Daily activities include news gathering, attending seminars and lectures on relevant topics at area think tanks, assisting the Chief Representative in running the office and special projects as requested. We're interested in a candidate who can start ASAP. Salary will depend on experience. Please submit resumes and cover letters to nikki@miprodc.com by Monday, May 16, 2011.Qualification:
College graduate who majored in business, international policy or political science. A Master's degree or equivalent experience is a definite plus. Candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills, including experience writing reports. Analyst will research and analyze economic and political data from primary and secondary sources, and maintain strong knowledge of current world events and international trade issues. Candidate is proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Power Point. Japanese language skills are preferred, and candidate must have legal status for working in the United States. Please note that only the selected applicants will be contacted and invited for an in-person interview.Job Posting: Program Assistant, Freedom House; Washington DC
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Assist with logistical, research, and administrative support for Freedom House East and Horn of Africa programs. This position is based out of Washington, DC and reports to the Senior Program Officer.
Minimum Qualifications
We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary requirements to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing Program Assistant, East and Horn of Africa (Req. 2011-033) The deadline for applications is June 3, 2011. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. EOE M/F/D/V
Description:
Freedom House supports the spread of freedom and democracy throughout the world through research, effective advocacy, and programs directly supporting frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we are supporting the right of every individual to be free. Position SummaryAssist with logistical, research, and administrative support for Freedom House East and Horn of Africa programs. This position is based out of Washington, DC and reports to the Senior Program Officer.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- Strong ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and written
- Regional knowledge of East and Horn of Africa
- Strong research and writing skills
- Excellent organizational and communications skills
- Experience performing basic administrative tasks in an office environment
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a program team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
- Knowledge of international human rights, democracy and rule of law issues is highly desired
- Assist Program Officers and the Senior Program Manager in compliance with Freedom House, USG, and other grant regulations
- Provide research assistance and data analysis for development opportunities in Southern Africa
- Assist in the preparation of proposals, press releases, and speeches
- Assist in financial management, including preparation of draft budgets and requests for funds
- Assist in updating the website concerning the programs necessary
- Help maintain database
- Assist in developing and producing promotional material on the programs
- Make travel arrangements and organize logistics for international staff visits and meetings
- Organize events and meetings in DC and abroad related to Freedom House programs
- Organize program logistics and provide administrative support
- 100% employer-paid dental insurance
- 100% employer-paid health insurance; or generously subsidized depending on plan and coverage
- 100% employer paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
- 100% employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with generous matching funds with 2 year 100% vesting schedule
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursable expenses
- Transportation pre-tax payroll deduction for metro, and garage parking in DC
- Generous paid vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement for graduate studies
- And much more.....
We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary requirements to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing Program Assistant, East and Horn of Africa (Req. 2011-033) The deadline for applications is June 3, 2011. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. EOE M/F/D/V
Job Posting: Program Associate, Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs; College Park, Maryland
See the original posting here.
Program Assistant
- Organization:
- APSIA
- Location:
- United States (College Park, MD)
- Website:
- www.apsia.org
- Contact Information:
- Leigh Morris Sloane
- Phone:
- 301-405-5238
- Email:
- apsia@apsia.org
- Apply online:
- Click here to apply online for this position >>
Description:
The Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA) is recruiting for a Program Assistant. Housed at the University of Maryland's School of Public Policy (College Park, MD), APSIA is a membership organization comprised of 33 member schools and over 30 affiliated programs around the world dedicated to the improvement of professional education in international affairs and the advancement thereby of international understanding, prosperity, peace, and security. The program assistant will report to APSIA's Executive Director and work on all aspects of APSIA's activities and programs. Major responsibilities of the position include (but are not limited to) the following: program and event planning; data management; communications; research; and general office tasks/management.Qualification:
BA in international affairs, political science or other relevant field plus 2 years administrative experience; Excellent written and verbal communications skills; Experience living or traveling abroad and working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds; Ability to work independently and at times with minimal supervision; Foreign language proficiency preferred; Proficiency with a variety of basic office computer programs as well as survey and e-newsletter programs and social media sites. To be considered for this position, applicants must apply through the University of Maryland jobs website at the link above. For best consideration, apply by May 26, 2011.Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Job Posting: Softcase Manager, Nationalities Service Center, Philadelphia PA
See the original posting here.
History and Mission
NSC is a non-profit organization that provides social, educational, and legal services to immigrants and refugees in the greater Philadelphia area. Our strength lies in the diversity of our clients and services. Since NSC’s founding in 1921, our mission has been to help immigrants and refugees participate fully in American society. Each year, we help approximately 4,000 individuals from over 90 countries.
Position Overview
The Case Manager position will provide social service case management services to survivors of torture and other vulnerable immigrant populations within the NSC service area. The Case Manager position will deliver the highest level of case management services through effectively determining eligibility, assessing needs, identifying resources, making referrals, following up, and documenting client interactions and proactively supporting client’s pursuit of goals.
The Case Manager position has internal contacts with the entire administrative staff and external contact with clients, visitors, representatives of other social services agencies, and the community. This position has access to sensitive NSC and client information and is expected to handle such information with integrity and professionalism. This position is expected to represent NSC in a professional manner.
Job Responsibilities
1. Social service case management of immigrant and refugee clients, including those enrolled in the federal Matching Grant and Reception and Placement programs. This includes:
2.
Coordination of case management services.
Tracking process and needs of clients and their families.
Communicating with third parties, such as employers, anchor relatives, school officials, welfare staff, etc. on behalf of the clients, and assisting in the transportation of clients to doctors’ appointments, social security offices, etc.
Maintaining accurate, timely and orderly case and database records and preparing reports in a timely and accurate manner.
Advocating on behalf of the clients and those similarly situated within NSC and throughout the boarder community.
3. Conduct all activities within the funders’ and NSC’s guidelines.
4. Actively participate in weekly case meetings and other department, agency, community and provider meetings, as needed.
5. Conduct outreach to clients through participation in outside events and distribution of material within the community including ethnic and community affairs, ethnic churches and other sites frequented by immigrants and refugees.
6. Prepare reports as needed.
7. Attend relevant workshops or join professional groups as necessary to maintain professional knowledge and licensure.
8. Adheres to NSC’s security guidelines and ensures the appropriate handling of sensitive information.
9. Facilitates and attends relevant staff meetings to promote communication and execution of goals.
10. Completes special projects specific to the function of the department or as needed for the department as directed by Supervisor.
11. Other duties as assigned within the scope of position expectations.
Reporting Relationships
The Case Manager position will report directly to the Director of Social Services and participates in department activities as necessary.
Qualifications and Experience
• Basic understanding of NSC’s mission, vision, values, programs and services and business plan.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with a population of diverse and multi-cultural individuals and groups on a regular basis.
• Knowledge of mental health services available.
• Knowledge of legal and political issues, and community resources and benefits that impact and/or benefit the targeted client needs.
• Ability to effectively use standard office equipment.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by compassionate, courteous, cordial, cooperative, and professional interaction with diverse groups of co-workers, external business partners, and the community.
• Ability to operate a computer and use a variety of common software programs including Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and customized databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and effectively communicate with individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of basic client management procedures for determining eligibility, assessing needs, identifying resources, making referrals, following up, and documenting client interactions and proactively supporting client’s pursuit of goals.
• Ability to effectively understand and assess a client’s need, perceptions, issues, and concerns and make sound decisions, referrals, and recommendation in the best interest of that client.
• Ability to effectively conduct one on one advocacy and/or educational presentations.
• Ability to work in a team structure – demonstrating ability to collaborate and contribute to the team’s work.
• Adheres to all NSC and departmental policies and procedures.
• Attends all NSC in-services as required.
NO PHONE CALLS. Please email detailed letter of interest and résumé to:
Pamela Jones-Burnley
Nationalities Service Center
1216 Arch Street, 4th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
pjones-burnley@nscphila.org
Applications will be accepted until May 27. NSC does not discriminate in employment because of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, and sexual orientation or for any reason not relevant to the qualifications of the position.
History and Mission
NSC is a non-profit organization that provides social, educational, and legal services to immigrants and refugees in the greater Philadelphia area. Our strength lies in the diversity of our clients and services. Since NSC’s founding in 1921, our mission has been to help immigrants and refugees participate fully in American society. Each year, we help approximately 4,000 individuals from over 90 countries.
Position Overview
The Case Manager position will provide social service case management services to survivors of torture and other vulnerable immigrant populations within the NSC service area. The Case Manager position will deliver the highest level of case management services through effectively determining eligibility, assessing needs, identifying resources, making referrals, following up, and documenting client interactions and proactively supporting client’s pursuit of goals.
The Case Manager position has internal contacts with the entire administrative staff and external contact with clients, visitors, representatives of other social services agencies, and the community. This position has access to sensitive NSC and client information and is expected to handle such information with integrity and professionalism. This position is expected to represent NSC in a professional manner.
Job Responsibilities
1. Social service case management of immigrant and refugee clients, including those enrolled in the federal Matching Grant and Reception and Placement programs. This includes:
2.
Coordination of case management services.
Tracking process and needs of clients and their families.
Communicating with third parties, such as employers, anchor relatives, school officials, welfare staff, etc. on behalf of the clients, and assisting in the transportation of clients to doctors’ appointments, social security offices, etc.
Maintaining accurate, timely and orderly case and database records and preparing reports in a timely and accurate manner.
Advocating on behalf of the clients and those similarly situated within NSC and throughout the boarder community.
3. Conduct all activities within the funders’ and NSC’s guidelines.
4. Actively participate in weekly case meetings and other department, agency, community and provider meetings, as needed.
5. Conduct outreach to clients through participation in outside events and distribution of material within the community including ethnic and community affairs, ethnic churches and other sites frequented by immigrants and refugees.
6. Prepare reports as needed.
7. Attend relevant workshops or join professional groups as necessary to maintain professional knowledge and licensure.
8. Adheres to NSC’s security guidelines and ensures the appropriate handling of sensitive information.
9. Facilitates and attends relevant staff meetings to promote communication and execution of goals.
10. Completes special projects specific to the function of the department or as needed for the department as directed by Supervisor.
11. Other duties as assigned within the scope of position expectations.
Reporting Relationships
The Case Manager position will report directly to the Director of Social Services and participates in department activities as necessary.
Qualifications and Experience
• Basic understanding of NSC’s mission, vision, values, programs and services and business plan.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with a population of diverse and multi-cultural individuals and groups on a regular basis.
• Knowledge of mental health services available.
• Knowledge of legal and political issues, and community resources and benefits that impact and/or benefit the targeted client needs.
• Ability to effectively use standard office equipment.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by compassionate, courteous, cordial, cooperative, and professional interaction with diverse groups of co-workers, external business partners, and the community.
• Ability to operate a computer and use a variety of common software programs including Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and customized databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and effectively communicate with individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of basic client management procedures for determining eligibility, assessing needs, identifying resources, making referrals, following up, and documenting client interactions and proactively supporting client’s pursuit of goals.
• Ability to effectively understand and assess a client’s need, perceptions, issues, and concerns and make sound decisions, referrals, and recommendation in the best interest of that client.
• Ability to effectively conduct one on one advocacy and/or educational presentations.
• Ability to work in a team structure – demonstrating ability to collaborate and contribute to the team’s work.
• Adheres to all NSC and departmental policies and procedures.
• Attends all NSC in-services as required.
NO PHONE CALLS. Please email detailed letter of interest and résumé to:
Pamela Jones-Burnley
Nationalities Service Center
1216 Arch Street, 4th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
pjones-burnley@nscphila.org
Applications will be accepted until May 27. NSC does not discriminate in employment because of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, and sexual orientation or for any reason not relevant to the qualifications of the position.
Job Posting: Food Trust Fellow Position, Philadelphia PA
See the original posting here.
The Food Trust is pleased to announce an opening for a full-time position through the FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellowship program. This two-year Fellowship program for recent college graduates is designed to train future leaders in the education and youth development field and to strengthen high-quality youth-serving organizations. (Please see attached page with more information on the Fellowship Program.)
The Food Trust, founded in 1992, is a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia working to ensure that everyone has access to affordable, nutritious food. The Food Trust works to educate the public about good nutrition and to increase the availability of fresh food, with a focus on children and families in underserved neighborhoods in Philadelphia and beyond. More information about The Food Trust is available at www.TheFoodTrust.org
The selected Fellow will spend half time working with youth to provide nutrition education and conduct leadership activities, and the other half time on public policy work to increase access to healthy food in underserved areas. For the direct-service work with youth, the Fellow will be part of the Healthy Corner Store Initiative (HCSI) team, which works with urban children and corner store owners to increase the capacity of small urban stores to stock and promote healthy products, including fresh produce. The program engages children in nutrition education and leadership activities in schools, afterschool programs and corner stores to advocate for healthier corner stores in their neighborhoods.
The Fellow will spend other 50% time working with The Food Trust’s Supermarket Campaign team to advance state and national policy initiatives to increase access to healthy food in underserved communities. The goal of this effort is to create public policy changes leading to the development of more fresh-food retail (e.g., supermarkets, healthy corner stores) in low- and moderate-income areas where children and families are at increased risk for obesity.
Youth Service Responsibilities:
• Assist with HCSI programming activities in urban neighborhoods, helping provide in-school and afterschool nutrition education and youth leadership activities, communication with corner store owners and parents, and building community partnerships.
• Assist with cross programming with other Food Trust programs, including organizing trainings, communicating with educators, and carrying out related administrative duties.
• Assist staff in working with youth to empower them to change the foods in corner stores, through an interactive website, youth leadership summit, and youth led community development projects such as urban gardening and youth entrepreneurship training.
Policy Project Responsibilities:
• Work with project team on state and national policy initiatives to increase access to healthy food in underserved communities through the development of more fresh-food retail.
• Help identify and develop relationships with stakeholders from the public health, business, and community development sectors.
• Conduct research and help prepare presentations and reports as well as briefings to local, state, and federal policymakers.
• Assist other team members with project coordination, such as helping to track local, state and federal programs related to obesity prevention and healthy food retail development.
Qualifications
• Ability to work with others in a collegial environment to implement the agency’s vision.
• Position involves frequent travel throughout Philadelphia and requires a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle. Position also involves occasional travel to other states.
• Team building skills and the ability to encourage innovative thinking about problems, opportunities, and situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Adept at forging strong relationships with key people inside and outside the agency.
• Spanish language skills desirable
• Experience with middle school age youth, nutrition education, and youth leadership strongly desirable
The ideal candidate will have unquestioned integrity, a passion for excellence, a high energy level, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, excellent listening skills, an entrepreneurial spirit, a sense of humor, an open mind, a candid manner, and a commitment to The Food Trust’s mission.
Salary: The two-year FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellowship will provide health benefits and a $27,500 salary for the first year, $28,500 salary for the second year, and a $1,000 bonus at the end of the Fellowship program.
Job Open Date: April 2011
The Food Trust adheres to the policy of providing equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.
FAO SCHWARZ FAMILY FOUNDATION TWO-YEAR FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
FOR RECENT COLLEGE GRADUATES
Unique Opportunity to Provide both Direct Service to Children/Youth and Work on Special Projects:
The FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellowship program is a two-year Fellowship program for recent college graduates designed to train future leaders in the education and youth development field and to strengthen high-quality youth-serving organizations. The Fellows will work within established youth development and educational organizations providing both direct service to children/youth as well as initiating new projects, research, or programs that may involve public policy, organizational replication or sustainability efforts, or other new initiatives to strengthen the host organization. At the same time, it is the Foundation’s hope that the Fellows receive experiences, training, and mentorship that launch them on successful careers as leaders in the youth development and educational field.
Characteristics of the Ideal FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellow:
While each Fellowship position has been tailored to meet the specific needs of each host organization, we believe the ideal candidates for all positions will be:
• Future leaders in the education and youth development field
• Dynamic, driven, recent college graduates looking for a challenging, multi-faceted position at a leading non-profit organization in Boston, New York City or Philadelphia
• Able to contribute to and benefit from ongoing training and leadership development opportunities facilitated by the Fellowship program
• Interested in simultaneously balancing “on the ground” direct service work with “behind the scenes” capacity-building projects, both of which will have a profound impact on the host organization’s work
Training and Informal Mentorship Provided by FAO Schwarz Family Foundation:
The FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows will benefit from having a mentor from the Foundation and from participating in two training and reflection retreats a year. These training opportunities, which consist of three-day fall and spring sessions, will be a signature effort of the Fellowship and will be designed to ensure that FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows across several leading organizations can share their experiences and expertise and benefit from discussions with leading youth development professionals and experts in organizational development, policy, and education. The training sessions will rotate among the three cities in which the FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows work: Boston, New York City, Philadelphia.
Cohort of Nine FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows in Boston, NYC and Philadelphia:
The three 2011-13 FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows will be hired by the following host organizations: Food Trust (Philadelphia), The Go Project (New York City) and Year Up (New York City). The 2011-2013 Fellows will join the current six 2010-2012 Fellows (from Breakthrough Philadelphia in Philadelphia, Food Project in Boston, Jumpstart in Boston and New York City, Museum of the City of New York, and Wheelock College in Boston) to form a nine-person FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows cohort, which will participate in formal training retreats and informal communications throughout the year.
How to Apply: Graduating college seniors or recent college graduates who are interested in this Fellowship at The Food Trust in Philadelphia should email a resume and cover letter to jsparks@thefoodtrust.org. Candidates may apply directly to more than one host organization.
Overview of FAO Schwarz Family Foundation: The FAO Schwarz Family Foundation is a modest-sized foundation funded through ongoing royalty payments from the current owners of the FAO Schwarz toy store to a foundation established by descendants of the store’s founders and former owners.
How to Apply: Graduating college seniors or recent college graduates who are interested in this Fellowship at The Food Trust in Philadelphia should email a resume and cover letter to jsparks@thefoodtrust.org. Candidates may apply directly to more than one host organization.
The Food Trust is pleased to announce an opening for a full-time position through the FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellowship program. This two-year Fellowship program for recent college graduates is designed to train future leaders in the education and youth development field and to strengthen high-quality youth-serving organizations. (Please see attached page with more information on the Fellowship Program.)
The Food Trust, founded in 1992, is a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia working to ensure that everyone has access to affordable, nutritious food. The Food Trust works to educate the public about good nutrition and to increase the availability of fresh food, with a focus on children and families in underserved neighborhoods in Philadelphia and beyond. More information about The Food Trust is available at www.TheFoodTrust.org
The selected Fellow will spend half time working with youth to provide nutrition education and conduct leadership activities, and the other half time on public policy work to increase access to healthy food in underserved areas. For the direct-service work with youth, the Fellow will be part of the Healthy Corner Store Initiative (HCSI) team, which works with urban children and corner store owners to increase the capacity of small urban stores to stock and promote healthy products, including fresh produce. The program engages children in nutrition education and leadership activities in schools, afterschool programs and corner stores to advocate for healthier corner stores in their neighborhoods.
The Fellow will spend other 50% time working with The Food Trust’s Supermarket Campaign team to advance state and national policy initiatives to increase access to healthy food in underserved communities. The goal of this effort is to create public policy changes leading to the development of more fresh-food retail (e.g., supermarkets, healthy corner stores) in low- and moderate-income areas where children and families are at increased risk for obesity.
Youth Service Responsibilities:
• Assist with HCSI programming activities in urban neighborhoods, helping provide in-school and afterschool nutrition education and youth leadership activities, communication with corner store owners and parents, and building community partnerships.
• Assist with cross programming with other Food Trust programs, including organizing trainings, communicating with educators, and carrying out related administrative duties.
• Assist staff in working with youth to empower them to change the foods in corner stores, through an interactive website, youth leadership summit, and youth led community development projects such as urban gardening and youth entrepreneurship training.
Policy Project Responsibilities:
• Work with project team on state and national policy initiatives to increase access to healthy food in underserved communities through the development of more fresh-food retail.
• Help identify and develop relationships with stakeholders from the public health, business, and community development sectors.
• Conduct research and help prepare presentations and reports as well as briefings to local, state, and federal policymakers.
• Assist other team members with project coordination, such as helping to track local, state and federal programs related to obesity prevention and healthy food retail development.
Qualifications
• Ability to work with others in a collegial environment to implement the agency’s vision.
• Position involves frequent travel throughout Philadelphia and requires a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle. Position also involves occasional travel to other states.
• Team building skills and the ability to encourage innovative thinking about problems, opportunities, and situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Adept at forging strong relationships with key people inside and outside the agency.
• Spanish language skills desirable
• Experience with middle school age youth, nutrition education, and youth leadership strongly desirable
The ideal candidate will have unquestioned integrity, a passion for excellence, a high energy level, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, excellent listening skills, an entrepreneurial spirit, a sense of humor, an open mind, a candid manner, and a commitment to The Food Trust’s mission.
Salary: The two-year FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellowship will provide health benefits and a $27,500 salary for the first year, $28,500 salary for the second year, and a $1,000 bonus at the end of the Fellowship program.
Job Open Date: April 2011
The Food Trust adheres to the policy of providing equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.
FAO SCHWARZ FAMILY FOUNDATION TWO-YEAR FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
FOR RECENT COLLEGE GRADUATES
Unique Opportunity to Provide both Direct Service to Children/Youth and Work on Special Projects:
The FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellowship program is a two-year Fellowship program for recent college graduates designed to train future leaders in the education and youth development field and to strengthen high-quality youth-serving organizations. The Fellows will work within established youth development and educational organizations providing both direct service to children/youth as well as initiating new projects, research, or programs that may involve public policy, organizational replication or sustainability efforts, or other new initiatives to strengthen the host organization. At the same time, it is the Foundation’s hope that the Fellows receive experiences, training, and mentorship that launch them on successful careers as leaders in the youth development and educational field.
Characteristics of the Ideal FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellow:
While each Fellowship position has been tailored to meet the specific needs of each host organization, we believe the ideal candidates for all positions will be:
• Future leaders in the education and youth development field
• Dynamic, driven, recent college graduates looking for a challenging, multi-faceted position at a leading non-profit organization in Boston, New York City or Philadelphia
• Able to contribute to and benefit from ongoing training and leadership development opportunities facilitated by the Fellowship program
• Interested in simultaneously balancing “on the ground” direct service work with “behind the scenes” capacity-building projects, both of which will have a profound impact on the host organization’s work
Training and Informal Mentorship Provided by FAO Schwarz Family Foundation:
The FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows will benefit from having a mentor from the Foundation and from participating in two training and reflection retreats a year. These training opportunities, which consist of three-day fall and spring sessions, will be a signature effort of the Fellowship and will be designed to ensure that FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows across several leading organizations can share their experiences and expertise and benefit from discussions with leading youth development professionals and experts in organizational development, policy, and education. The training sessions will rotate among the three cities in which the FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows work: Boston, New York City, Philadelphia.
Cohort of Nine FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows in Boston, NYC and Philadelphia:
The three 2011-13 FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows will be hired by the following host organizations: Food Trust (Philadelphia), The Go Project (New York City) and Year Up (New York City). The 2011-2013 Fellows will join the current six 2010-2012 Fellows (from Breakthrough Philadelphia in Philadelphia, Food Project in Boston, Jumpstart in Boston and New York City, Museum of the City of New York, and Wheelock College in Boston) to form a nine-person FAO Schwarz Family Foundation Fellows cohort, which will participate in formal training retreats and informal communications throughout the year.
How to Apply: Graduating college seniors or recent college graduates who are interested in this Fellowship at The Food Trust in Philadelphia should email a resume and cover letter to jsparks@thefoodtrust.org. Candidates may apply directly to more than one host organization.
Overview of FAO Schwarz Family Foundation: The FAO Schwarz Family Foundation is a modest-sized foundation funded through ongoing royalty payments from the current owners of the FAO Schwarz toy store to a foundation established by descendants of the store’s founders and former owners.
How to Apply: Graduating college seniors or recent college graduates who are interested in this Fellowship at The Food Trust in Philadelphia should email a resume and cover letter to jsparks@thefoodtrust.org. Candidates may apply directly to more than one host organization.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Job Posting: Project Coordinator, American Islamic Congress; Washington DC
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AIC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building interfaith and interethnic understanding. Our organization grew out of the ashes of September 11th. We believe American Muslims must take the lead in building tolerance and fostering a respect for human rights and social justice at home and throughout the Muslim world. Within the Muslim community, we are building a coalition around the agenda of unequivocal denunciation of terrorism, extremism, and hate speech. Reaching out to all people of conscience, we promote genuine interfaith dialogue and educate about the diversity within Islam. People of all religious backgrounds and faith traditions are encouraged to apply.
Project Nur aims to build positive relationships by building bridges between Muslim and non-Muslim students. Project Nur will be dedicated to creating a space that allows all students to learn from and about each other in order to build an interethnic and multi-faith student community promoting human rights and civil rights; this would ultimately result in emphasizing the positive values and expectations of all identities, while promoting co-existence, tolerance and understanding.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week, from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm), plus occasional evenings and weekends, as required. The Program Coordinator will report to Project Nur Program Manager. He/she will work with AIC staff, contractors, consultants and partners to ensure timely performance of AIC projects and/or any other work as directed by Project Nur's Program Manager.
The Program Coordinator will be an advisor, and a spokesperson for AIC's values on campus. He / she must demonstrate an ability to relate well to students, a commitment to the pluralistic vision of the American Muslim community, and an energetic, activist spirit. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- American Islamic Congress
- Location:
- United States (Washington, DC)
- Website:
- http://www.aicongress.org
- Phone:
- 2025953160
- Email:
- employment@aicongress.org
Description:
American Islamic Congress (AIC) seeks a Program Coordinator for Project Nur (www.projectnur.org).AIC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building interfaith and interethnic understanding. Our organization grew out of the ashes of September 11th. We believe American Muslims must take the lead in building tolerance and fostering a respect for human rights and social justice at home and throughout the Muslim world. Within the Muslim community, we are building a coalition around the agenda of unequivocal denunciation of terrorism, extremism, and hate speech. Reaching out to all people of conscience, we promote genuine interfaith dialogue and educate about the diversity within Islam. People of all religious backgrounds and faith traditions are encouraged to apply.
Project Nur aims to build positive relationships by building bridges between Muslim and non-Muslim students. Project Nur will be dedicated to creating a space that allows all students to learn from and about each other in order to build an interethnic and multi-faith student community promoting human rights and civil rights; this would ultimately result in emphasizing the positive values and expectations of all identities, while promoting co-existence, tolerance and understanding.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week, from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm), plus occasional evenings and weekends, as required. The Program Coordinator will report to Project Nur Program Manager. He/she will work with AIC staff, contractors, consultants and partners to ensure timely performance of AIC projects and/or any other work as directed by Project Nur's Program Manager.
The Program Coordinator will be an advisor, and a spokesperson for AIC's values on campus. He / she must demonstrate an ability to relate well to students, a commitment to the pluralistic vision of the American Muslim community, and an energetic, activist spirit. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Initiating campus programming efforts, including networking activities for Muslim students across the country via Project Nur list-serves and newsletter, implementing a series of events on campuses, and collaborating with the student activists on humanitarian campaigns, interfaith dialogue groups, and bringing Muslim reformers to speak on campus
- Recruiting student members through campus visits, referrals from community leaders and media search
- Helping in organizing an annual conference to recognize student leaders involved with Project Nur, and to provide training through workshops on responsible student leadership
- Increasing Project Nur's network through working with existing college chapters of Project Nur and encouraging other relationships with other colleges
- Identifying core numeric benchmarks that will continue the growth of Project Nur chapters and student networks
Qualification:
- Bachelor's degree with a focus on International Relations, Intercultural Studies, Communications or Journalism is highly preferred
- 1-3 years experience in project / development coordination, program coordination and/or outreach coordination
- Experience with student activism and youth work
- Highly organized and strong attention to detail; ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and prioritize effectively
- Excellent writing/verbal communication skills
- Event planning, promotion, and implementation
- Strong interpersonal/inter-cultural communication skills and the ability to build and cultivate strong partnerships
- Discretion, flexibility, the ability to deal with and negotiate conflict effectively and with a sense of humor
- Human rights advocacy experience highly desirable
- Willing to travel within the United States To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to employment@aicongress.org.
Job Posting: Save the Children; Specialist, Award Operations; Washington DC or Westport CT
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Specialist, Award Operations
Westport, CT or Washington DC
Save the Children is seeking a Specialist, Award Operations in Westport, CT or Washington, DC. Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. In 2010 we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. In order to achieve this, we are actively looking for talented, motivated individuals to join us in making a difference in the lives of children worldwide. Employment at Save the Children provides the opportunity to join a dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children.
Responsibilities Save the Children is transitioning management of its country-based operations to Save the Children International or SCI. The Specialist, working closely with the Director, Regional Management, the Operations Manager, Country Offices and Finance staff, will establish systems and support to ensure the effective flow of resources between Save the Children US (SC/US) and Save the Children International; Ensure funding agreements are appropriately reviewed and approved by SC/US and SCI; Serve as the main point of contact on those resources for Country Offices and SC/US stakeholders; Act as a focal point for donors on resources provided to SCI in first part of the transition stage and ensure timely and effective communication to donors; Support country offices in the opening of new SC/US funded projects, as requested by Country Offices, ensuring support (such as technical advice, capacity building, donor information) required from SC/US is identified and liaising with the relevant SC/US teams; Coordinate with Finance as needed on financial reporting; Coordinate with Resource Development on submission of donor reports to private donors.
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree; 3-5 years managing resources and providing support to field operations; Experience in grant management and compliance and donor requirements; Experience working in an International NGO environment; Familiarity with budget development and monitoring; Experience coordinating processes with large stakeholder groups; Familiarity with SC/US cash and in-kind resources including USG, Non-USG Public, Designated, Undesignated, Sponsorship, GIK, etc. preferred; Excellent organizational skills; Committed team player; Competency in Microsoft Office; Attention to detail; Ability to follow through on tasks to completion; Proactive approach to work and ability to identify and implement effective processes for achieving outcomes; A high degree of flexibility and adaptability in order to respond to changing needs; Comfort dealing with ambiguity; Strong interpersonal skills. Commitment to goals and values of Save the Children. Employee Type: Full time.
Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more. We are an equal opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity.
TO APPLY: Apply online to www.savethechildren.org position number 5400
Specialist, Award Operations
Westport, CT or Washington DC
Save the Children is seeking a Specialist, Award Operations in Westport, CT or Washington, DC. Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. In 2010 we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. In order to achieve this, we are actively looking for talented, motivated individuals to join us in making a difference in the lives of children worldwide. Employment at Save the Children provides the opportunity to join a dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children.
Responsibilities Save the Children is transitioning management of its country-based operations to Save the Children International or SCI. The Specialist, working closely with the Director, Regional Management, the Operations Manager, Country Offices and Finance staff, will establish systems and support to ensure the effective flow of resources between Save the Children US (SC/US) and Save the Children International; Ensure funding agreements are appropriately reviewed and approved by SC/US and SCI; Serve as the main point of contact on those resources for Country Offices and SC/US stakeholders; Act as a focal point for donors on resources provided to SCI in first part of the transition stage and ensure timely and effective communication to donors; Support country offices in the opening of new SC/US funded projects, as requested by Country Offices, ensuring support (such as technical advice, capacity building, donor information) required from SC/US is identified and liaising with the relevant SC/US teams; Coordinate with Finance as needed on financial reporting; Coordinate with Resource Development on submission of donor reports to private donors.
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree; 3-5 years managing resources and providing support to field operations; Experience in grant management and compliance and donor requirements; Experience working in an International NGO environment; Familiarity with budget development and monitoring; Experience coordinating processes with large stakeholder groups; Familiarity with SC/US cash and in-kind resources including USG, Non-USG Public, Designated, Undesignated, Sponsorship, GIK, etc. preferred; Excellent organizational skills; Committed team player; Competency in Microsoft Office; Attention to detail; Ability to follow through on tasks to completion; Proactive approach to work and ability to identify and implement effective processes for achieving outcomes; A high degree of flexibility and adaptability in order to respond to changing needs; Comfort dealing with ambiguity; Strong interpersonal skills. Commitment to goals and values of Save the Children. Employee Type: Full time.
Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more. We are an equal opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity.
TO APPLY: Apply online to www.savethechildren.org position number 5400
Job Posting: Director of Programs, World Affairs Council of Dallas
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The Council offers an outstanding benefit package, including health insurance and a 401(K). Please send your resume and cover letter to Martha Powell, Director of Administration, 325 N. St. Paul, Suite 4200, Dallas, TX 75201 or mpowell@dfwworld.org.
Director of Programs
- Organization:
- World Affairs Council of Dallas / Fort Worth
- Location:
- United States (Dallas, TX)
- Website:
- www.dfwworld.org
- Contact Information:
- Martha Powell
- Phone:
- 214-965-8409
- Email:
- mpowell@dfwworld.org
- Fax:
- 214-965-8419
Description:
The World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth seeks a high-energy, detail-oriented director of programs. This position directs the Council's public programs (80+ annually) including lectures, seminars, and the annual fundraising dinner.The Council offers an outstanding benefit package, including health insurance and a 401(K). Please send your resume and cover letter to Martha Powell, Director of Administration, 325 N. St. Paul, Suite 4200, Dallas, TX 75201 or mpowell@dfwworld.org.
Qualification:
A deep knowledge and interest in national and international issues and events is required. Department management skills include budgeting, promotion and management of events, along with supervision of the program manager and interns. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, tact and diplomacy, and attendance at early morning and evening events are essential. Further requirements include the ability to perform detailed reporting and maintain attention to detail, frequent interaction with members, directors, publishers, government and NGO contacts and speakers, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines. Event production management skills and nonprofit experience are a plus. Bachelor's degree required, preference given to majors in international affairs, journalism/marketing. MS Office and Adobe Pagemaker proficiency is required; experience with Raiser's Edge is preferred.Job Posting: Program Manager; Drexel University's Freedom Rings Project
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Job Overview:
The College of Engineering is seeking a Program Manager to oversee the Drexel University part of the Freedom Rings Program. The Freedom Rings Partnership is an initiative made up of grassroots organizations, government, and universities that brings internet access, training and technology to low income communities across Philadelphia.
The Project Manager will take a leadership role for the Freedom Rings project team at Drexel University. The Project Manager will be responsible for developing, executing and managing a two year program that will meet the goals and objectives of the Freedom Rings project on a timely matter. The major focus of this position will be management of the project's daily operations during the term of the award with a key emphasis on managing relationships for the team at Drexel with the Freedom Rings SBA Program Director over at the Urban Affairs Coalition on a daily basis to ensure that all project goals, objectives, and deliverables are met/achieved on time, within budget, and at the highest possible quality of work.
Qualifications:
• Minimum an undergraduate degree in a related field of study.
• Must have education and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: business administration, leadership, project management, finance, economics, community relations, writing/journalism, marketing, event planning, public speaking, public relations, public administration, design, and nonprofit administration.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Must be entrepreneurial, energetic, imaginative, well organized, detail oriented and capable of functioning effectively in every independent situation.
• Ability to complete projects and achieve goals on time while delivering high quality results.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Ability to create complex collaborations and teams; able to mediate disagreements.
• Advanced computer skills (ex. Internet communication, research and business presentations) are highly recommended.
• At least intermediate level with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Interest in community relations and technology.
• Familiar with ARRA reporting and PMP certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of technology and supervisory skills are desirable.
• Ability to travel when necessary.
Essential Functions:
• Specific tasks include (but are not limited to):
• Responsible for all phases of program from implementation through completion.
• Act as the primary contact for program partners and activities.
• Create clear and attainable project objectives, build the project requirements and manage the cost, time and quality of the two year project.
• Incorporate the goals and objectives of the Freedom Rings project to the two year plan.
• Supervision on full time staff and student co-ops.
• Meets weekly with project leads from internal teams to closely monitor work and plans.
• Ensures all teams at Drexel University are following the project's goals and objectives and deliverables are met/achieved on time, within budget and at the highest possible quality of work.
• Work closely with the Office of Research on project accounting and compliance.
• Oversee procurement and RFP processes in accordance with grant guidelines.
• Ability to travel when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Posting Information:
Drexel is ranked one of the best national universities in the category of Best National Universities in “America’s Best Colleges" for 2011 by U.S. News & World Report for the eight consecutive year, and in the top 100 for the third straight time. Drexel is also ranked second among national universities in the US News list of “Up-and-Comers", along with schools most often cited by university administrators nationwide as making “the most promising and innovative changes in the areas of academics, faculty, student life, campus, or facilities."
With more than 8,200 employees and nearly 23,000 students, Drexel is the fifth largest private-sector employer in Philadelphia and has a vibrant community of students, faculty and professional staff, and encourages the richness diversity brings to the workplace. Like its students, Drexel's employees are known for being passionate, entrepreneurial and innovative.
Drexel University offers an attractive benefits package including tuition remission, a generous retirement package with matching funds (up to 11 percent) and an opportunity to join a talented team of professionals directly helping the University achieve its record growth and quality reputation. Additional benefit information can be found at http://www.drexel.edu/hr/benefits/
Commitment to a two year long project.
This position is supported fully or partially by external funds; continuation of employment are contingent on receipt of those external funds.
Background investigations are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made. Employment will be contingent upon the University's acceptance of the results of the background investigation.
Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The College of Engineering department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
For more information about Drexel University and The College of Engineering, please visit us at www.drexel.edu or http://drexel.edu/coe/.
To apply for this position, please apply online at: www.drexeljobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=74683
or visit www.drexeljobs.com and search for Program Manager. The requisition number is 4101.
Job Overview:
The College of Engineering is seeking a Program Manager to oversee the Drexel University part of the Freedom Rings Program. The Freedom Rings Partnership is an initiative made up of grassroots organizations, government, and universities that brings internet access, training and technology to low income communities across Philadelphia.
The Project Manager will take a leadership role for the Freedom Rings project team at Drexel University. The Project Manager will be responsible for developing, executing and managing a two year program that will meet the goals and objectives of the Freedom Rings project on a timely matter. The major focus of this position will be management of the project's daily operations during the term of the award with a key emphasis on managing relationships for the team at Drexel with the Freedom Rings SBA Program Director over at the Urban Affairs Coalition on a daily basis to ensure that all project goals, objectives, and deliverables are met/achieved on time, within budget, and at the highest possible quality of work.
Qualifications:
• Minimum an undergraduate degree in a related field of study.
• Must have education and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: business administration, leadership, project management, finance, economics, community relations, writing/journalism, marketing, event planning, public speaking, public relations, public administration, design, and nonprofit administration.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Must be entrepreneurial, energetic, imaginative, well organized, detail oriented and capable of functioning effectively in every independent situation.
• Ability to complete projects and achieve goals on time while delivering high quality results.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Ability to create complex collaborations and teams; able to mediate disagreements.
• Advanced computer skills (ex. Internet communication, research and business presentations) are highly recommended.
• At least intermediate level with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Interest in community relations and technology.
• Familiar with ARRA reporting and PMP certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of technology and supervisory skills are desirable.
• Ability to travel when necessary.
Essential Functions:
• Specific tasks include (but are not limited to):
• Responsible for all phases of program from implementation through completion.
• Act as the primary contact for program partners and activities.
• Create clear and attainable project objectives, build the project requirements and manage the cost, time and quality of the two year project.
• Incorporate the goals and objectives of the Freedom Rings project to the two year plan.
• Supervision on full time staff and student co-ops.
• Meets weekly with project leads from internal teams to closely monitor work and plans.
• Ensures all teams at Drexel University are following the project's goals and objectives and deliverables are met/achieved on time, within budget and at the highest possible quality of work.
• Work closely with the Office of Research on project accounting and compliance.
• Oversee procurement and RFP processes in accordance with grant guidelines.
• Ability to travel when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Posting Information:
Drexel is ranked one of the best national universities in the category of Best National Universities in “America’s Best Colleges" for 2011 by U.S. News & World Report for the eight consecutive year, and in the top 100 for the third straight time. Drexel is also ranked second among national universities in the US News list of “Up-and-Comers", along with schools most often cited by university administrators nationwide as making “the most promising and innovative changes in the areas of academics, faculty, student life, campus, or facilities."
With more than 8,200 employees and nearly 23,000 students, Drexel is the fifth largest private-sector employer in Philadelphia and has a vibrant community of students, faculty and professional staff, and encourages the richness diversity brings to the workplace. Like its students, Drexel's employees are known for being passionate, entrepreneurial and innovative.
Drexel University offers an attractive benefits package including tuition remission, a generous retirement package with matching funds (up to 11 percent) and an opportunity to join a talented team of professionals directly helping the University achieve its record growth and quality reputation. Additional benefit information can be found at http://www.drexel.edu/hr/benefits/
Commitment to a two year long project.
This position is supported fully or partially by external funds; continuation of employment are contingent on receipt of those external funds.
Background investigations are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made. Employment will be contingent upon the University's acceptance of the results of the background investigation.
Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The College of Engineering department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
For more information about Drexel University and The College of Engineering, please visit us at www.drexel.edu or http://drexel.edu/coe/.
To apply for this position, please apply online at: www.drexeljobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=74683
or visit www.drexeljobs.com and search for Program Manager. The requisition number is 4101.
Internship Posting: Arts and Business Council of Greater Philadelphia, Unpaid
See the original posting here.
Internship Structure and Outcomes
The Summer Intern will work with and be supervised by the Operations and Marketing Manager.
The Summer Intern will assist with marketing, administration and development projects, with a focus on social media, events, database maintenance and annual fundraising appeals.
The Summer Intern will have the opportunity to work with the Programs staff at appreciation and outreach events for business volunteers and members of the arts community.
Through this internship, the selected Intern will strengthen communication skills, work in a collaborative setting, understand the structure of a non-profit organization, and gain exposure to arts and cultural organizations and events. The Summer Intern will be invited to attend Arts & Business Council and Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce staff meetings.
Strong written and oral communication skills and office experience are essential, including the ability to work independently and handle multiple assignments or projects at a single time. Social media literacy required. Some arts interest or experience preferred.
Start date: June 1
End date: August 31
Position: Unpaid, Full to part time
The mission of the Arts and Business Council of Greater Philadelphia is to drive the cultural vitality and economic development of the Greater Philadelphia Region by creating and strengthening beneficial partnerships between business organizations and the arts community. Consistent with this mission, the Council strengthens the management capabilities of nonprofit arts managers; improves arts organizations’ access to the business community; promotes increased support of the arts from business and individual executives; and provides opportunities for businesses to offer services and material resources to arts organizations.
www.artsandbusinessphila.org
Contact: Miriam DeChant
Mdechant@artsandbusinessphila.org
(215) 790-3822
Send resume and cover letter to Miriam Dechant: mdechant@artsandbusinessphila.org
Internship Structure and Outcomes
The Summer Intern will work with and be supervised by the Operations and Marketing Manager.
The Summer Intern will assist with marketing, administration and development projects, with a focus on social media, events, database maintenance and annual fundraising appeals.
The Summer Intern will have the opportunity to work with the Programs staff at appreciation and outreach events for business volunteers and members of the arts community.
Through this internship, the selected Intern will strengthen communication skills, work in a collaborative setting, understand the structure of a non-profit organization, and gain exposure to arts and cultural organizations and events. The Summer Intern will be invited to attend Arts & Business Council and Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce staff meetings.
Strong written and oral communication skills and office experience are essential, including the ability to work independently and handle multiple assignments or projects at a single time. Social media literacy required. Some arts interest or experience preferred.
Start date: June 1
End date: August 31
Position: Unpaid, Full to part time
The mission of the Arts and Business Council of Greater Philadelphia is to drive the cultural vitality and economic development of the Greater Philadelphia Region by creating and strengthening beneficial partnerships between business organizations and the arts community. Consistent with this mission, the Council strengthens the management capabilities of nonprofit arts managers; improves arts organizations’ access to the business community; promotes increased support of the arts from business and individual executives; and provides opportunities for businesses to offer services and material resources to arts organizations.
www.artsandbusinessphila.org
Contact: Miriam DeChant
Mdechant@artsandbusinessphila.org
(215) 790-3822
Send resume and cover letter to Miriam Dechant: mdechant@artsandbusinessphila.org
Internship Posting: Street Law, Philadelphia PA, Unpaid
See the original posting here.
National Lawyers Guild, Philadelphia Chapter
Street Law Committee, Legal Intern
Unpaid Summer Intern; part time; both 1Ls and 2Ls are encouraged to apply
Job Description:
The Philadelphia Chapter of the National Lawyers Guild seeks a summer intern to work on the Street Law Committee. The intern will conduct research, writing and editing of various materials used in the Know Your Rights trainings. Intern will be responsible for updating and localizing legal information contained in training literature. The intern will also help prepare Street Law presentations for various local community groups, schools and churches. Many areas of law are included in the trainings, and thus this is an opportunity for a student to gain exposure to a wide variety of legal issues. The Intern will work under the supervision of an attorney. Applicants should have a strong interest in public interest law and a background in volunteerism. Additionally, we seek applicants with strong research and organizational skills.
Please apply with a cover letter, resume, transcript, writing sample and a brief paragraph articulating why you believe you would be a good fit for this project. Send all application materials to Sarah Maguire, sarah.maguire@nlgphilly.org .
National Lawyers Guild, Philadelphia Chapter
Street Law Committee, Legal Intern
Unpaid Summer Intern; part time; both 1Ls and 2Ls are encouraged to apply
Job Description:
The Philadelphia Chapter of the National Lawyers Guild seeks a summer intern to work on the Street Law Committee. The intern will conduct research, writing and editing of various materials used in the Know Your Rights trainings. Intern will be responsible for updating and localizing legal information contained in training literature. The intern will also help prepare Street Law presentations for various local community groups, schools and churches. Many areas of law are included in the trainings, and thus this is an opportunity for a student to gain exposure to a wide variety of legal issues. The Intern will work under the supervision of an attorney. Applicants should have a strong interest in public interest law and a background in volunteerism. Additionally, we seek applicants with strong research and organizational skills.
Please apply with a cover letter, resume, transcript, writing sample and a brief paragraph articulating why you believe you would be a good fit for this project. Send all application materials to Sarah Maguire, sarah.maguire@nlgphilly.org .
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