Dress for Success Worldwide Hollywood Program Coordinator,Dress for Success Worldwide, Hollywood, CA

Dress for Success Worldwide Hollywood Program Coordinator

Posted on: January 7, 2013

Posted by: Dress for Success Worldwide

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Dress for Success Worldwide Hollywood F/T Program Coordinator

Dress for Success Worldwide is an international not-for-profit organization promoting the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Since starting operations in 1997, Dress for Success has expanded to more than 110 cities in 12 countries. To date, the organization has helped more than 650,000 women work towards self-sufficiency. Visitwww.dressforsuccess.org to learn more.

Dress for Success Worldwide -West is seeking an energetic individual as the full-time Program Coordinator to assist as we grow the Los Angeles office. This position carries with it the opportunity to make a noticeable and lasting impact on Los Angeles workforce development and on the lives of the disadvantaged women we serve. It also offers a unique opportunity to be a part of a well-known international organization and a growing regional staff team. This position reports directly to the Hollywood Branch Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

GOING PLACES NETWORK

• Responsible for the direct management, including recruitment and training of speakers, organization of session materials and logistics,of the Going Places Network (GPN) by Wal-Mart

• Facilitate a minimum of three GPN cohorts each year

• Recruit, support and graduate a minimum of 20 women per cohort

• Recruit, train and supervise GPN volunteers and peer mentors

• Recruit, train and manage corporate program partners—who serve as GPN speakers

• Lead data collection, program planning and evaluations, outcome measurement, reporting and program reports and analysis for each cohort.

• Participate in monthly GPN affiliate conference calls and in-service trainings

PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S GROUP

• Direct, plan and carryout the Professional Women's Group (PWG), our networking program for employed clients seeking to enhance their careers

• Facilitate monthly, evening PWG meetings (must be available the second Tuesday evening of each month)

• Recruiting, training and supervising volunteers and corporate partners serving as PWG speakers

• Assist with data collection, program planning and evaluations, outcome measurement, reporting, and program reports and analysis

• Participate in quarterly affiliate conference calls and in-service trainings

• Cultivate a strong curriculum in consultation with PWG members

• Assist with development and implementation of Associate PWG for Hollywood Branch in 2013

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

• Assist with greeting clients at their appointments

• Answer phones and schedule client appointments

• Other duties as assigned

VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT

• Strategically recruit volunteers with specific skills to fill programmatic needs

• Assist with client suiting appointments, as needed

• Generates reports on recruitment, retention and number of volunteer hours for programs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required, professional experience in a not-for-profit organization preferred

• Passion for helping women succeed in the workplace

• Entrepreneurial spirit and interest in building strong programs as part of a global organization

• Prior professional program management and direct client services experience a plus

• Knowledge of the latest practices and trends in all aspects of job search and retention – cover letter and resume writing, mock interviews, social media networking, etc.

• Experience managing and also working with volunteers

• Team player with the ability to take initiative and also work independently

• Professional demeanor, appearance and attitude

• Experience working with a diverse demographic

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Strong leadership skills

• Ability to multi-task, be flexible and to work in a fast-paced environment

• Diligent, organized, accurate and detailed-oriented

• Public speaking and/or training experience essential

• Database management

• MS Excel, MS Word, Internet and Email skills are required; MS Access a plus

• Excellent written and presentation skills

SPECIFICS:

• The full-time position is based in Hollywood, CA

• Hours are Monday through Friday, evenings required on occasion

• Salary based on experience with generous benefit package

• Position to begin February 2013

This position is located inLos Angeles.Candidates outside this metropolitan area will not be considered.

Dress for Success Worldwideis an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please email resume and cover letter toworldwidewest@dressforsuccess.org

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

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Please email resume and cover letter toworldwidewest@dressforsuccess.org

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

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Hollywood, California, United States

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Start date

February 1, 2013

Education requirements

4-year degree

Employment type

Full time

Professional level

None specified

Job function

Direct social services, Administration,Project management

Owner's areas of focus

Job and workplace, Volunteering, Women