Program Director, GirlForward, Chicago, IL

Program Director

Posted on: May 14, 2013
Application deadline: June 2, 2013
Posted by: GirlForward

SUMMARY

The Program Director is a motivated, enthusiastic leader at our dynamic and growing organization. The Program Director is one of the top administrators at GirlForward, overseeing the coordination, administration and assessment of all aspects of ongoing and planned GirlForward programs. This staff member works closely with and reports directly to the Executive Director.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Program Director performs a wide range of duties including some the following:

• Plan the delivery of programs and their activities in accordance with our mission and goals
• Develop new initiatives to support the strategic direction of the organization
• Assess and report on the strengths of programs and desired outcomes, and identify areas for improvement
• Collaborate with Executive Director on program grant proposals
• Ensure program activities operate within relevant policies, procedures, and professional standards
• Document program activities and oversee the collection and maintenance of records on program participants
• In consultation with the Executive Director, interview and select well-qualified staff/interns/volunteers, implementing human resources policies and procedures
• Engage and successfully manage program volunteers
• Ensure all program staff/interns/volunteers receive training in accordance with organizational standards
• Communicate with program participants and other stakeholders to gain community support for and solicit input to improve programs
• Generate written reports on programs for Executive Director and Board as needed
• Ensure that programs operate within the approved budget and that financial records (receipts, invoices, etc.) for programs are up-to-date
• Lead program evaluations in accordance with established guidelines, reporting evaluation findings to the Executive Director

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in a related field with 3-5 years of relevant experience that includes supervisory and administrative experience

• Proficient in MS Office Suite, Google applications (G-mail, Drive, Google Calendar)
• Demonstrated success in youth program management
• Demonstrated familiarity with: refugee resettlement, adolescent girls' programming and researching surrounding empowering girls, issues specific to English Language Learners, issues specific to the Chicago area
• Proficient in social media tools

The GirlForward Program Director is an effective communicator, multi-tasker, teacher and team player who is passionate about GirlForward's mission. In addition, the Program Director should demonstrate competence in building relationships, communicating effectively, creativity and innovation, leadership, organization, and problem-solving.

The Program Director will most often work in the GirlForward office, but will also complete job responsibilities in participants' homes, school environments, and other similar locations. This position will be required to work some evenings and weekends to manage program activities.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a resume and cover letter to info@girlforward.org with "Program Director - Name" in the subject of the e-mail. Please include cover letter in e-mail body as well as in an attachment. Please do not e-mail to check the status of your application. Due to our small staff, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries.

Manager of Recruitment, Big Sister Association of Greater Boston, Boston, MA

Manager of Recruitment

Posted on: May 15, 2013
Posted by: Big Sister Association of Greater Boston

DESCRIPTION

Do you believe in the power of transformative relationships for girls? Are you ready to impact the Greater Boston community one girl at a time? If you answered yes, and the idea of being part of a collaborative, performance-driven, focused team excites you then join us! At Big Sister Association of Greater Boston we have been helping girls reach their full potential through positive mentoring relationships with women since 1951. We are the largest mentoring organization in Greater Boston exclusively serving girls.

Big Sister Association is seeking a dynamic individual to lead Recruitment of volunteers and girls. The Manager of Recruitment will recruit girls and a diverse pool of volunteers to meet agency growth goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment and Community Partnership Department

• Manage a team of four, ensuring each staff member meets department recruitment goals
• Oversee administrative functions of the department including database management
• Facilitate weekly meetings to ensure effective collaboration and team success
• Participate on organization-wide Leadership Team, contributing effective solutions and decision-making to ensure universal success.

Volunteer Recruitment and Engagement

• Develop, implement and manage annual recruitment plans.
• Recruit the volunteers needed to achieve the annual targets for Total Girls Served in all programs.
• Increase the number of women of color in the volunteer corps.
• Recruit and coordinate assignment of volunteers for other agency needs such as events, activities and administrative office support.
• Identify opportunities to engage volunteers, matches and staff in neighborhood and community events.
• Support the agency's Alumnae Association and Diversity Council.

Mentor-rich and Child Recruitment Partnerships

• Identify and cultivate partnerships with mentor-rich corporations, colleges and universities; community-based agencies and other organizations committed to community service.
• Routinely communicate and coordinate corporate partnership development with the Development office.
• Identify and cultivate partnerships with organizations and individuals to recruit girls as may be needed.

Recruitment Marketing/Public Communications

• Align recruitment marketing and communications with the agency's marketing strategy established by the Marketing Committee of the Board and managed through the Marketing and Communications department.
• Identify effective research-based multi-cultural marketing and communication strategies.
• Conduct research necessary to identify venues for recruiting women to meet agency goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree with 3-5 years in volunteer recruitment/management, account management or related fields
• Marketing/Public Relations/Customer Service experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in diverse communities including communities of color
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written, oral and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational skills—detail-oriented and able to multi-task. Demonstrated competency in project management
• Strong team-building, collaboration and consensus-building skills; Comfortable entering into new situations and partnerships—corporate, university, and community-based
• Good judgment and problem-solving skills
• Community organizing experience a plus
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint programs and data management systems
• Interest in women and girls' issues

HOW TO APPLY

Please send cover letter and resume with subject line Manager of Recruitment to:'

Big Sister Association, Attn: Human Resources
161 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
Fax: (617) 236-8075 | Email: hr@bigsister.org

Big Sister is committed to hiring staff who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Candidates of color, bilingual and bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. If you are interested in working at a well-established, fast-paced and supportive organization committed to serving girls, please apply.

Director of Communications & Engagement, Every Mother Counts, Boston, MA

Director of Communications and Engagement

Posted on: May 15, 2013
Posted by: Every Mother Counts

DESCRIPTION

Every Mother Counts (EMC) is a campaign to end preventable deaths caused by pregnancy and childbirth around the world. Every Mother Counts informs, engages, and mobilizes new audiences to take action to improve the health and well being of girls and women worldwide. Every Mother Counts is still a very small organization but has offices in both New York and Washington, DC and is currently establishing an office in Boston, MA. This position will work out of our Boston location, under the supervision of the Executive Director.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EMC is looking for a Director of Communications and Engagement with proven experience in communications strategy, as well as the ability to build and nurture a community dedicated to supporting EMC's mission and goals.

The Director of Communications and Engagement will drive engagement across stakeholder groups (e.g. partners, community, influencers, consumers, activists) using a holistic strategy that encompasses digital, communications, and special project/events. This person will create and implement the strategy and marketing plans around key campaign moments, ensuring scalability and metrics for success measurement. This person will also lead research and analysis for EMC that measures the health and impact of the organization and depth of engagement and awareness and develop tools and case studies demonstrating EMC's value to partners. This person will focus on each of these areas, with the goal of increasing awareness of the Every Mother Counts campaign amongst the general public, increasing web and social media traffic, driving activity around key campaigns, outreach efforts and managing the strategy for maintaining the Every Mother Counts website. The position will work in close collaboration with EMC leadership, social media, and partnerships staff.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Developing a holistic "engagement strategy" (encompassing creative, communications and marketing strategies and campaigns) to generate and increase awareness about EMC and its mission/messaging and assess the most effective ways to reach EMC's target audience.
• Mobilizing EMC's constituents to take action through meaningful engagements across a variety of media.
• Utilizing EMC's digital presence to attract new supporters, grow EMC's audience and implement EMC's campaigns online.
• Managing the relationships with EMC's communications and digital personnel and agencies.
• Overseeing the day-to-day communications activities (including digital).
• Setting the strategy for and leading the maintenance of the EMC website both in terms of design and content.
• Setting the strategy for the editorial calendar as per the organization's goals.
• Overseeing the PR agency, all EMC media materials, press materials (releases, kits, etc.) and approving all external press releases and speaking points.
• Working in concert with the PR agency for traditional media and digital placements, increasing and retaining media relationships and proactively pitching EMC.
• Developing new ideas for feature stories, placement and new media relationships.
• Managing EMC's presence in social networking sites including Facebook, Twitter, and other similar community sites, posting on relevant blogs, seeding content into social applications as needed and encouraging dialogue amongst the community.
• In collaboration with the Partnerships Manager, working closely with corporate partners and their functions to engage employees in supporting EMC's efforts and achieve media coverage of cause-marketing campaigns.
• Arranging public appearances, lectures, contests, or exhibits to increase awareness of maternal health issues.
• Responding to deadline driven press inquiries, setting up interviews, and responding to information requests.
• Pitching media at EMC branded events including securing celebrities or other notable figures to enhance EMC press opportunities.
• Monitoring all EMC coverage and providing regular reports of all EMC coverage, impressions and contacts.
• Developing monitoring and evaluation metrics to measure success in outreach efforts.
• Planning and directing the development and communication of EMC's accomplishments to supporters.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media or a related field required
• At least 7-10 years experience working on internet-based campaigns, particularly for corporate or issue advocacy
• Strong project management and ability to self motivate and direct
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and their respective participants and how they can be deployed in different scenarios
• Strong knowledge of blogging ecosystem relevant to maternal and child health and enthusiasm to engage and build relationships within the community
• Superior writing and editing skills
• Superior critical thinking, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to produce under pressure and tight deadlines
• Passion and collaborative spirit to maintain a creative team
• Basic knowledge of HTML and comfort with internet-based applications
• Self-motivated and results-oriented
• A record for being reliable, utilizing sound judgment and responding well to adversity
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Knowledge of international development issues a plus
• General interest and dedication to the mission of EMC

HOW TO APPLY

Applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (in Word format), salary history, and where you learned of the position should be sent to the EMC HR Director, Kristen Kirkland at kristen@everymothercounts.org.

Youth Program Associate, Urban Initiatives, Chicago, IL

Youth Program Associate

Posted on: May 16, 2013
Application deadline: June 30, 2013
Posted by: Urban Initiatives

OVERVIEW

For 10 years, Urban Initiatives has run a health and education soccer program for second through fourth grade boys and girls in the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) in underserved communities. Urban Initiatives is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit community development corporation that was established in 2003 through a grassroots effort by two CPS teachers, the school in which they worked, and the parents of their students in order to boost their physical fitness, health education, academic performance, and character development. Urban Initiatives believes in sports-based youth development and the importance of providing safe spaces for children to learn and grow. Urban Initiatives takes a whole child approach to development in order to provide children, who have the odds stacked against them, with the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Urban Initiatives is offering an AmeriCorps Member / Youth Program Associate for the 2013/2014 service term. Urban Initiatives is a Chicago based nonprofit organization that runs a health and education soccer program in 24 Chicago Public Schools and has grown tremendously over the years. The Program Associate will have the opportunity to work with the senior staff in a casual, collaborative working environment and will provide direct service through assistant coaching and parent outreach at four school sites in underserved Chicago communities. To learn more about Urban Initiatives check out www.urbaninitiatives.org.

Full-time Hours: In season, typically M-Th; 7:30 AM-3:30 PM and F; 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. Out of season, typically M-F; 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. Members are required to work a minimum of 1700 hours or approximately 40 hours per week during the 10-month service term.

Stipend: The program will offer to the member a living stipend of $14,000, training and professional development opportunities. Upon the completion of the service term and the required 1700 worked hours; the member will become eligible for a $5,550 education award.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Youth Program Associate dedicates his/her time to overseeing Work to Play Program quality. Additionally, the Youth Program Associate assists with implementation of the Take the Lead Program as well as Healthy Places activities at one partner school one day a week.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee Work to Play Program implementation at 5 school sites
• Be the liaison between the schools and the UI office
• Know all contents of the Work to Play Program Booklet including games, lessons, main points, health and character information, as well as administrative documents – also assist in ongoing program development by making suggestions for enhancements
• Support programming by serving as Assistant Coach while at program sessions at each school every week
• Oversee field trips, seasonal team parties and Service Learning Projects at each of your school sites
• Other direct service includes assisting with program-related events, paperwork dissemination/collection, snack delivery, program evaluation, and other support
• Take photos, videos, and record success stories to be posted on the UI blog or shared/written about in newsletters
• Implement UI's parent outreach plan at all schools and track parent participation through activities such as parent meetings, parent letters, handouts, phone calls, invitations, field trips, etc.
• Assist Program Manager with On-Site Program Director Evaluations
• Participate in required staff meetings, staff development sessions and trainings
• Identify and build relationships within the school communities of the schools served
• Identify and reach out to potential program partners
• Support one partner with more in-depth intervention through the Healthy Places Project
• Support the Take the Lead Program by assisting with leadership retreats and facilitating monthly school-based meetings
• Other responsibilities as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree (preferred)
• Minimum of 18 year of age, US citizen or permanent resident status
• Desire and ability to work with a diverse group of people, particularly those living in low-income distressed neighborhoods
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Self-starter
• Computer skills
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (some night and weekends may be required)
• Access to a personal laptop computer (preferred)
• Spanish speaking (a plus)
• Regular access to a car (required)
• Criminal History Check (required)

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply by email. Your application should include your email address, a copy of your resume, as well as a cover letter describing any related experience and an explanation as to why you think you would make a great Program Associate. A personal interview will be required. Send applications to:

Tom LaClair
Urban Initiatives
650 West Lake Street, #340
Chicago, IL 60661
E-mail: thomas.laclair@urbaninitiatives.org

Administrative Assisant: Adult Volunteer Development Dept, Girl Scouts, Washington, DC

Administrative Assistant: Adult Volunteer Development Department

Posted on: May 16, 2013
Posted by: Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital

DESCRIPTION

The Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital (GSCNC) is a leadership development organization for girls, with 90,000 girl and adult members: 64,827 girls (grades K-12) and 25,699 volunteer, adult and lifetime members. With the support of dedicated adult volunteers and parents, the generosity of corporations and foundations, and our popular Girl Scout Cookie program, Girl Scouting helps build girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. We serve the Greater Washington Region, which includes the District of Columbia, eight counties in Maryland, ten counties in Virginia and seven counties in West Virginia. Girl Scouts was founded in 1912. For more information on how to join, volunteer, or donate to Girl Scouts, visit our website at www.gscnc.org.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides customer service to adult volunteers in the subject areas of recruitment, training and appreciation. Supports the work of the department through organizational and administrative tasks.

PRIMARY RESPONSBILITIES

• Receives telephone calls and emails and exercises strong customer service skills and professional judgment in responding to, or transferring, volunteer inquiries.
• Coordinates the marketing of training opportunities, by communicating directly with volunteer trainers and the Volunteer Development Specialists.
• Prepares and distributes materials to volunteer trainers in advance of their training sessions.
• Coordinates the loan process for all equipment such as easels, laptops and LCD projectors.
• Effectively manages Access and online databases for volunteer training records as well as for department reports.
• Efficiently prepares materials and makes all arrangements for meetings and special events as required.
• Maintains accurate files for both staff and volunteer use.
• Maintains the inventory of office equipment, supplies and training course materials and places orders, receives orders and verifies charges.
• Participates in a schedule to relieve the reception desk, to work on council-wide data entry projects, or to assist with other projects as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED plus two years responsible administrative experience or successful completion of business administration program and one year of reasonable administrative experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.
• Strong customer service skills; ability to work in a fast paced environment requiring extensive telephone and public contact.
• Ability to type 50-60 wpm using a personal computer.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to:

Betsy West
Staff Recruiter
Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital
4301 Connecticut Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20008
OR
hrinfo@gscnc.org

An Equal Opportunity Employer.
http://www.gscnc.org/careeropportunities.html

Development Coordinator, Girls in the Game, Chicago, IL

Development Coordinator

Posted on: May 16, 2013
Application deadline: May 31, 2013
Posted by: Girls in the Game

ABOUT

Girls in the Game provides and promotes sports and fitness opportunities, nutrition and health education and leadership development to enhance the overall health and well-being of all girls. Our year-round continuum of programs includes after school programs for elementary-, middle- and high-school girls, a five-week summer camp, one-day health fests, a year-round leadership development program and parent and caregiver healthy lifestyles trainings.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Coordinator is responsible for leading Girls in the Game's Charity Race Team program, which entails recruiting and supporting volunteers who fundraise for Girls in the Game while participating in a marathon, triathlon or other race. Additionally, the Development Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Development Manager in coordinating all of the organization's special events which includes an annual dinner/silent auction, a summer golf outing, and other partner events. The Development Coordinator will also help with the organization's communications efforts and corporate relationship building.

Girls in the Game is seeking a full-time Development Coordinator to do the following:

• Lead the Charity Race Team program
• Recruit Charity Race Team members
• Support Charity Race Team members in their fundraising efforts, including online fundraising
• Coordinate Girls in the Game's presence and Charity Race Team member services at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
• Maintain organization website and email communication
• Work on social networking strategy and execution
• Maintain ongoing communications with event contacts including vendors, guests, sponsors, donors and committee members
• Coordinate silent auction and raffle donations
• Coordinate guest marketing, signage and print materials
• Coordinate event registration
• Track event contacts, sponsorship, sales and donations in the database
• Support the Development Manager in building and maintaining good relationships with event contacts
• Attend events and help the Development Manager lead staff and volunteers and steward guests and sponsors
• Coordinate partner events and cause marketing projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree
• Experience in event planning and marketing, preferably for a non-profit organization
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer environments, e.g. Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work
• Verification of degree/credentials
• Background check and fingerprint clearance
• Valid driving license
• Proof of insurance on personal vehicle
• Recent satisfactory DMV printout of driving record
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends for various scheduled events
• Agreement to uphold all of the Girls in the Game Policies and Procedures (by signature)
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and time manage in a fast-paced and self-directed team environment
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of people including, but not limited to; board members, staff, volunteers, interns, community partners, organizational donors, media
• Ability to work with a wide variety of personalities and deal with each person in an effective and professional manner
• Ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts effectively
• Ability to make decisions individually and/or within a team and take necessary actions
• Commitment to and experience in working with people from diverse ethnic, cultural and social economical backgrounds
• Ability to plan strategically, prioritize and delegate

Licensing Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Language
Mathematical Skills: Ability to manage program budget and provide required reports
Reasoning Ability

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This position requires:

Frequently: Sitting, Walking, Seeing, Hearing, Speaking, Standing, Carrying, Driving
Occasionally: Stooping, Lift up to 40 lbs, Squatting, Kneeling, Bending, Pushing/Pulling
Seldom: Climbing, Twisting

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a fast paced environment and the noise level is usually moderate.

COMPENSATION

Based on experience. Health, dental and retirement benefits also provided.

HOW TO APPLY

For more information, or to apply, please email or fax a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to mmorgan@girlsinthegame.org or 312.633.4897. Due to the high volume of applications, PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS.

Executive Assistant, Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, Boston, MA

Executive Assistant

Posted on: May 16, 2013
Application deadline: June 15, 2013
Posted by: Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts

DESCRIPTION

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEM) serves more than 40,000 girls ages 5-17 and 17,000 adult volunteers in 178 communities across Eastern Massachusetts with the mission to build girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. It is also a great place to work! We offer exceptional leadership, fabulous benefits, great colleagues and a mission you can believe in.
GSEM is seeking qualified candidates for the full-time position of Executive Assistant. This position is housed in the GSEM Boston office and will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
The Executive Assistant will provide a full range of administrative and organizational support for the Chief Executive Officer. This position may handle confidential and sensitive correspondence and requires exercising a high degree of professionalism, discretion, tact, resourcefulness, and initiative. This position deals with a diverse group of high-level external contacts and visitors, as well as internal contacts at all levels of the organization.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

All candidates must have the passion and drive to be a part of an organization devoted to the development and support of girls. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of professional administrative experience supporting executive staff and possess a high level of professionalism with ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Excellent computer skills using MS Office including calendar management/meeting coordination is required. Must be exceedingly well organized, flexible and enjoy the administrative challenges of supporting the CEO of a large nonprofit organization. Must possess exceptional attention to detail including thoroughness and strong follow-up and be able to interact with staff at all levels in a fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient. Candidates must have the ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds and ages. Must be able to occasionally work evenings. Experience working with volunteers and Boards of Directors preferred. Bilingual skill is a plus.

Employee benefits include generous paid vacation leave, sick leave, holidays, health and dental insurance, disability insurance, training opportunities and more!

For a full job description, please visit our website at: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org/jobs/index.html

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for the position, please submit your cover letter with salary expectations and resume to:
careers@girlscoutseasternmass.org

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity.