Child Care Site Supervisor, YWCA Silicon Valley, San Jose, CA

Child Care Site Supervisor

Posted on: February 17, 2015
Posted by: YWCA Silicon Valley

Position: Child Care Site Supervisor

Department: Education and Empowerment

Accountable to: Jenniee Man, Child Care Director

Classification: Exempt, Salaried, management

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Accountability Framework

Responsible for being in compliance with child care licensing policies and procedures, corporate policies and procedures, and recommends improvements/changes to existing corporate policies to Director of Child Care. Follows operational procedures within area of work, and provides feedback on same to Director of Child Care. Receives support and supervision from Director of Child Care to ensure achievement of work in area of responsibility.

Purpose of Position

To ensure YWCA Silicon Valley delivers a high quality child care program through the delivery of high quality, culturally competent, research based STEAM curriculum.

A YWCA Child Care Site Supervisor must not fail to:

• Adhere to all licensing rules and regulations to ensure the safety and well-being of all children.
• To deliver care and curriculum in a safe and supportive environment.
• Participate in all training sessions
• Follow program and agency procedures and policies to maintain an organized and positive classroom experience for children.
• To be on-time and ready to engage with students in a timely and well-organized manner.

Competencies

• Integrity & Accountability
• Communication
• Cultural Awareness
• Team Work
• Self-Awareness & Emotional Intelligence
• Client-Centered Service
• Flexibility
• Commitment to Learning

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Client Service:

Child-related responsibilities:

• Treats each child with respect and interacts with children in a caring, nurturing, and positive manner, including assisting with child cleanliness.

• Provides positive reinforcement and encouragement for children.

• Disciplines children in a fair and positive manner.

• Conducts and documents health, safety, and emergency activities.

• Assesses and monitors children's needs, and works to support positive development of each child.

Parent-Related Responsibilities:

• Informs parents of child's daily behavior, activities, growth, etc.

• Works cooperatively with parents and teachers to support needs of each child.

• Greets and treats each parent with professionalism.

Standards of Performance:

• Self-evaluation and performance appraisal is completed on time within a 10 month period.
• Adheres to service schedule as set up by Child Care Director
• Attends all related training, orientations, and professional development delivered by the YWCA. Can demonstrate compliance with and application of information delivered at training and orientation sessions.
• Attendance at all Child Care Team meetings
• Ensures that all services/programs are delivered and documented in an appropriate manner.

Program Administration:

• Plans, implements, and supervises delivery of a quality child care program in accordance with the philosophy, policies, and procedures of the YWCA of Silicon Valley and the State of California Department of Community Care Licensing.
• Has primary responsibility for the following administrative functions:

Budget:

- Developing and maintaining center budget with Child Care Director in accordance with YWCA goals and center capacity.

- Collecting, receipting, accounting, and banking all parent fees.

- Purchasing center supplies.

- Completing all documentation and accounting of center income and expenditures, including monthly financial reports

Marketing:

- Developing and implementing an annual marketing plan with Child Care Director.

- Anticipating enrollment patterns and conducting marketing to maintain enrollment.

- Writing and distributing and monthly parent newsletter.

- Conducting professional marketing via telephone and walk-in contacts.

- Conducting center tours.

Enrollment:

- Maintaining a current waiting list.

- Conducting parent orientations.

- Enrolling children.

- Maintaining complete enrollment records for all children.

Environment:

- Establishing and maintaining an age and developmentally appropriate center environment.

- Maintaining appropriate materials and equipment to conduct program.

- Conducting annual inventory and developing annual purchasing plans.

- Maintaining center cleanliness and maintenance.

Program:

- Working with staff, parents, and children to develop an age and developmentally appropriate center program.

- Working directly with children as needed.

- Supervising center staff in delivery of child care services.

- Maintaining center health and safety procedures.

- Maintaining appropriate child management techniques.

- Conducting annual evaluation of program.

Staff:

- Conducting regular staff meetings at a minimum of one meeting per month.

- Working with staff to plan and carry out the center program.

- Conducting appropriate coaching, counseling and documentation of performance problems along with Child Care Director

- Scheduling staff to meet YWCA and licensing requirements.

- Working with staff to develop annual and monthly performance objectives along with Child Care Director.

- Working with staff to create individual staff development plans along with Child care Director.

- Completing required documentation for all staff.

Customer Service:

- Communicating regularly and effectively with parents.

- Maintaining positive working relationships with parents, landlord, schools, parent advisory groups, staff and colleagues.

- Providing services which meet parents' and families' needs.

- Providing information on additional resources that may assist families.

Parent Involvement:

• Provides leadership for parent involvement through parents group, family events, fundraising, participation in program activities with children and other appropriate activities as directed by Child Care Director.
• Participates in management team meetings.

Professional Leadership:

• Demonstrates professionalism in leadership and management of center and in program implementation.
• Continues education through participation in a minimum of one conference, training, seminar or course related to child care program and/or center management each year, in addition to YWCA training's.

Standards of Performance:

• Responds to emails within one business day (YWCA assigned email account)
• Completes weekly/monthly enrollment updates
• Ensures that student information management, Licensing, agency and programs standards, policies and procedures are followed without fail.

Additional Duties:

• Advance the mission, vision and values of YWCA Silicon Valley
• Identify and pursue opportunities for personal and professional development
• Supervises staff as necessary.
• Interfaces with public in a professional manner.
• Deals with immediate Center problems and issues including but not limited to:

1. Parent Concerns.
2. Answering and returning phone calls
3. Health and Medical emergencies
4. Dealings with Child Care Licensing

• Purchasing Center Supplies with Director approval.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Infant:

• 15 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) in ECE/CD, which must include:
  • Child Growth & Development
  • Child, Family & Community
  • Curriculum
  • Infant/Toddler Care & Development (3 units minimum)
  • Administration/Supervision (3 units minimum)
• 4 years' experience with children under the age of five.
• Willingness to become certified in First Aid and CPR

Preschool: 

• 15 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) in ECE/CD, which must include:
  • Child Growth & Development
  • Child, Family & Community
  • Curriculum
  • Administration/Supervision (3 units minimum)
• 4 years' experience in a child care center
• Willingness to become certified in First Aid and CPR

School Age: 

• 15 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) in ECE/CD and related fields, which must include
  • 3 units minimum in ECE/CD
  • 9 units may be in recreation, P.E., human services, psychology, or elementary education
  • Administration/Supervision (3 units minimum)
• 4 years' experience in a child care center

Willingness to become certified in First Aid and CPR

Desirable Qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment and passion for YWCA Silicon Valley mission
• Demonstrated understanding of client-centric practices, anti-oppression and feminist-based approaches and cultural humility.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift/carry 30 pounds.
• Ability to drive self/supplies/equipment to school sites

Special Conditions of Employment-Employee must have:

• Valid TB Test
• Valid CPR/First Aid Certification (or ability to become certified)
• Fingerprint and background check
• Ability to be certified in all mandated association training including but not limited to: child abuse prevention, blood born pathogen, and mandated reporting.

HOW TO APPLY

Please forward resumes to: resumes@ywca-sv.org

Development Associate, Global Fund for Women, San Francisco, CA

Development Associate

Posted on: November 19, 2014
Posted by: Global Fund for Women

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND

Global Fund for Women is a grantmaker and a global advocate for women's human rights. We help to advance the movement for women's human rights by directing resources to and raising the voices of women worldwide. We invest in local, courageous women and women-led organizations, and create digital advocacy campaigns on critical global issues for women and girls.

JOB SUMMARY

The Development Associate provides administrative support to the Vice President of Development, as well as some support to the Development team relating to donor stewardship. The Development Associate is part of the Development team and reports to the VP of Development.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Direct Administrative Support to VP of Development

• Scheduling and Planning: This position is responsible for maintaining the VP of Development's calendar. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: handling travel arrangements, scheduling phone calls and in-person meetings, and collaborating in planning for staff meetings, special events, retreats, and conferences.
• Communications: This position facilitates communication from the VP of Development. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: screening incoming calls, mail, and faxes, responding when necessary; attending various meetings, preparing agendas, summarizing notes, preparing and distributing minutes as needed; drafting and proofing correspondence.
• Budget: This position helps the VP of Development manage expense reports, track financial/budget reports for the VP and, on an as-needed basis, compile updated expense information for the Finance team.
• Data/Information Management: This position maintains records of donor correspondence and other related documentation to support the work of the Vice President. Tasks include but are not limited to: updating donor database as needed to track essential information from VP's contact with donors.
• Clerical Support: This position will provide clerical support to the VP of Development, tracking ongoing projects and processes, developing workflow systems to increase efficiency, and handling any ad hoc projects.

Support to Development Team

• Teamwork: Develop strong working relationships with staff in all areas of the organization. Actively participate in planning and meeting goals as an integral team member. Participate in cross-functional work-teams as appropriate. Assist with special projects as needed to support the Development team and the Global Fund for Women as a whole.
• Donor stewardship: Support team-related projects such as semiannual impact report mailings and sends out donor acknowledgment and thank-you letters
• Event Support: Assist Dev team with donor events including report and list generation, creation of invitations, RSVP process, event logistics, post-event follow up, including mailings of thank you letters and other event related tasks
• Donor Research: Prepares Donor Briefs
• Information Management: Provides gift entry and acknowledgment support at year-end, as needed
• Miscellaneous: Follow the Global Fund policies and procedures. Carry out job responsibilities in a manner that reflects concern for personal health and safety and that of co-workers

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Internal Relationships

This position reports directly to the Vice President of Development. In addition to daily working relationships with the VP, Primary Contact Managers, and all staff, the Development Associate will also have periodic contact with Board members.

External Relationships

As a representative of the Global Fund for Women, the Development Associate will have periodic contact with donors, institutional partners, vendors, consultants, and community leaders.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required:

• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan, and implement projects
• High degree of skill with Macintosh computers, using Word, Excel, Outlook, and Salesforce.
• Excellent judgment, including sensitivity to confidential information
• Ability to analyze systems and create new strategies for improving and organizing work flow
• Understanding of non-profit and philanthropic organizations
• Excellent clerical skills, including scheduling and record keeping
• Ability to work independently, at times with minimal supervision, and as part of a team
• Skill in working in a fast paced environment with flexibility to adjust to changing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop positive working relationships and demonstrate sensitivity and appreciation for diverse viewpoints and different communication styles in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to multitask and skillfully balance competing needs across the team
• Develop thorough understanding of internal communication needs and excellent rapport with all levels of staff.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to relationships with major donors and influential community leaders
• Strong interest in and commitment to women's issues

Preferred:

• Experience in fundraising or development program
• Administrative support experience in development or fundraising
• Familiarity with Salesforce or other fundraising databases
• HTML for supporting event invitation development

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 3-5 years of administrative assistant experience, in a Macintosh environment, preferably in a non-profit
• Experience working in a diverse and team oriented environment

START DATE AND COMPENSATION

The projected start date for this position will be January 2015. The Development Associate is a full time, non-exempt position. Salary will be commensurate with experience. The Global Fund for Women offers 100% employer paid premium health benefits, an excellent paid leave package, a generous retirement plan, and other benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications and all supporting documents will be received until position is filled.

All pages of the application should be typed and should include the following:

• Cover letter, with the applicant's current contact information
• Resume, including references with contact information

To submit your application materials, please visit our website: http://www.globalfundforwomen.org/who-we-are/job-opportunities.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Please note: due to the volume of applications we receive, we will not be able to process applications that are incomplete.

The Global Fund for Women is committed to working globally and addressing inequities. In line with this global lens, it is our policy to actively seek a diverse pool of candidates, from a variety of backgrounds, who are committed to the mission and vision of the Global Fund.

Events Manager, Habitat for Humanity, New York, NY

Events Manager

Posted on: September 5, 2014
Application deadline: September 19, 2014
Posted by: Habitat for Humanity

The Events Manager is a new position that reports to and works closely with the Director of Development. The Events Manager will work primarily with the Resource Development team (85%) to plan, execute and manage the logistics around fundraising events. The Events Manager will also be responsible for planning, executing and managing the logistics of organization-wide, non-fundraising events (15%), such as groundbreakings and home dedications.

The Events Manager will:

• Plan, budget and execute our annual Gala with a fundraising goal of $850,000-$1M;

• Plan and execute new events that will help cultivate new donors and sustain Habitat New York City contacts with existing donors and other key stakeholders. Such events include special build days like Broadway Builds and Woman's Build and other special events; and

• Streamline planning for organization-wide events, including but not limited to groundbreakings, home dedications, and family and volunteer recognition events.

The Events Manager will work with the Board of Directors and other key stakeholders and volunteers to establish event committees (as appropriate) that can assist with planning and execution of large-scale events, and in conjunction with other members of the Habitat NYC staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Events Manager will be an integral part of the Development team, working closely with the Director of Development, CEO and other departments. The role will focus specifically on building the capacity of the Development department's events, and on supporting staff members and volunteers to execute and plan organization-wide events. The Events Manager will be responsible for all event-related logistics, including event-related data management and graphic design coordination for event collateral and communication.

1. Plan and execute the organization's events.

1. Work in collaboration with the Development staff and key staff members outside of the Development department to create a calendar of special events and a planning timeline for each event.

1. Lead and recruit additional volunteers to serve on the Committees.

1. Solicit Gifts-in-Kind and donations as needed for events.

1. Work with the Communications and Marketing team to create event collateral and marketing materials for each event, as needed.

1. Work with the Manager of Corporate Partnerships and Major Gifts Manager to create a stewardship plan for corporate partners and donors acquired through events.

1. Maintain online event management process, including oversight of event peer-to-peer fundraising.

1. Other duties as assigned pertaining to the specific project.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3-5 years event planning/event management experience specifically in New York City, with specific experience managing large events, Gala experience for 500+ people strongly preferred.

• Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to think strategically and creatively

• Experience developing and managing event budgets

• Motivated and enthusiastic, with the ability to own projects while asking for assistance when needed

• Ability to think through and create/follow timelines

• Excel at multi-tasking with various projects and deadlines; attention to detail a must

• Comfortable with working in a collaborative environment, as part of a team

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and presentation skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills that is effective with diverse audiences

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

• Ability to lift up to 20lbs

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, open, team-oriented, business casual office

• Able to work nights and weekends as necessary

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required

• Experience supervising volunteers

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in fundraising and using fundraising databases

• Design experience is preferred, including basic proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign

• Familiarity with online event marketing tools (Twitter, Facebook, Eventbrite, Kintera, etc.)

• Experience working with diverse communities and housing or related issues

• Passion and understanding of the Habitat for Humanity mission and the desire to promote it!

COMPENSATION

Please indicate your salary expectations for this position in your application. Applications without salary indicated will not be considered. This full-time position offers health, dental and vision insurance, paid days off, retirement and other benefits, including potential for bonus.

Applications will be accepted through September 19, 2014 or until position is filled. Candidates will be contacted for interviews on a rolling basis. No phone calls please.

EOE: People of color and women are strongly encouraged to apply; Habitat NYC is committed to a diverse workplace, and we support our staff with ongoing career development opportunities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, send your resume and cover letter via email to Tracy Cramer, Director of Development tcramer@habitatnyc.org and write "Application for Event Manager Position" in the subject line.

Technical Advisor - Child Protection, International Rescue Committee, New York, NY

Technical Advisor - Child Protection

Posted on: July 23, 2013
Posted by: International Rescue Committee

DESCRIPTION

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the world's leading humanitarian relief and development organisations. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people survive, recover and rebuild their lives. The IRC delivers emergency aid, protects children, provides health care, prevents and responds to violence against women and girls, safeguards human rights and helps to kick-start economic recovery. Working in more than 40 countries, the IRC has restored hope and opportunity to many millions of people.

DEPARTMENT

CYPD Technical Unit The Child and Youth Protection and Development (CYPD) 

Technical Unit works towards the protection and development of children and youth and consists of three sectors; Child Protection, Education and Youth & Livelihoods. Together these sectors promote the wellbeing of children and youth through working across a child's or youth's environment with families, communities, civil society, markets and government and through safe and developmentally appropriate programs across age groups. The Child Protection sector works towards preventing and responding to abuse, exploitation and neglect of children. The IRC believes that strong child protection systems are essential to ensuring that children are safe, cared for and have access to services and support. As part of its 5 year strategic, the Child Protection sector is investing in "social workforce development and support" as a priority with a specific focus on timely, quality and coordinated case management practices.

PURPOSE 

The Child Protection Technical Adviser will be responsible for advancing the work on case management for children. This includes tool development, country support, interagency coordination and fundraising. This position will reports to the Senior Technical Adviser for Child Protection. This is a maternity cover starting on 1st October 2013 for a period of 9 months, with a possible extension to 12 months.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and grow child protection technical priority of 'Case Management':
  • Manage TU-level grants and work towards securing further funding for this area of work
  • Identify and develop relevant partnerships for this area of work
  • Develop tools and products for this area of work, thereby integrating the IA CP IMS, BID and CCS
  • Participate in the work of the IA CP IMS Steering Committee
  • Coordinate inter-agency work on case management as part of CPWG work plan
    • Manage the consultants supporting IRC in this work
    • Finalize the training materials for case management
    • Finalize the guidelines for case management
    • Identify potential funding opportunities for the CM taskforce work into 2014-15
• Support country programs starting or already implementing case management
  • Provide remote and/or in-country technical support and guidance to country programs, with a specific focus on case management and case management related work.
  • Provide technical review and support to country programs in proposal development, donor reporting and donor relationships as appropriate
• Contribute to other tasks advancing the global CP team:
  • Represent CYPD/CP in external meetings
  • Liaise with other technical units as appropriate

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of Master's Degree or equivalent in social work, social sciences, law, psychology, education or other related field
• At least five years experience in managing or implementing international relief programs in the child protection sector
• Strong background in case management practice and direct experience on the IA CP IMS
• Experience in developing guidelines, procedures and writing reports and technical materials
• Excellent communication, leadership, facilitation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively at multiple levels and with multiple stakeholders
• Budget management skills
• Ability to work independently and balance multiple tasks
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of time, potentially to insecure areas
• Competent in Windows, MS office programs, excel, email and database experience
• Fluency in English, spoken and written; Working knowledge of French, written and spoken
• Excellent communication skills including verbal and written English and active listening
• Good IT skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Ability to work on own initiative and collaboratively as part of a diverse team
• Ability to manage a varied workload, work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Self motivated, flexible and adaptable to the needs of the team and organisation
• Committed to the IRC's values and mandate

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply online:

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=9447

Community Advocacy Program Coordinator, Hampshire College, Amherst, MA

Community Advocacy Program Coordinator

Posted on: July 8, 2013
Posted by: Hampshire College

DESCRIPTION

Hampshire College, an independent, innovative liberal arts institution and member of the Five College consortium, is accepting applications for a Community Advocacy Program Coordinator in Student Life. The department of Community Advocacy promotes the social well-being of students and incorporates multicultural and international student services (Lebron-Wiggins-Pran Cultural Center), queer services (Queer Community Alliance Center), women services (Center for Feminisms), spiritual life (Spiritual Life Center), and health and wellness promotion (Wellness Center).

The Community Advocacy Program Coordinator provides administrative support to the Assistant Dean for Community Advocacy and the Community Advocacy department, including preparation for and management of the Assistant Dean's calendar, budget, correspondence, and meetings. This position supports the Assistant Dean with initiatives and programming to achieve long-term goals and vision for the department. The program coordinator represents the department in various capacities as needed, as well as oversees the Community Advocacy Union student group in advising and providing administrative support. Additional duties include providing coordination and administrative support in the planning of events organized by the centers' directors and their offices by independently leading, or appropriately delegating, certain projects relating to these events. Responsibilities involve arranging for food, reserving spaces, arranging set-up and media needs, updating online information, online office calendars, coordinating mailings, budget management, advertising, and making related logistical arrangements. The program coordinator oversees the Cultural Center's day to day maintenance, and develops and maintains the Community Advocacy department's and individual office's websites and applicable communication tools e.g., Hampshire listservs, Facebook group/event pages, etc. This position oversees work-study schedules, and provides daily mentoring and task advising of Community Advocacy and Cultural Center student staff and volunteers.

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. A minimum of one year administrative office experience is also required; previous experience working in a college/university setting a plus. Candidate should have project management and event planning skills as well as previous experience with budget management. The ideal candidate should possess strong student service orientation, an ability to respond well to crisis situations, and must be able to act and determine direction in ambiguous situations. A demonstrated ability to discern situations that necessitate confidentiality is a must. Qualified candidates must be computer proficient, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience working with diverse populations and with issues related to under-represented populations preferred. A commitment to working with people from diverse backgrounds is essential.

This is an 11-month, 35-hour per week position, which holds an employment cycle of August 1^stthrough June 30^th. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package. 

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your cover letter, resume and names/phone numbers of three professional references via our website at http://jobs.hampshire.edu/

Hampshire College is an equal opportunity institution, committed to diversity in education and employment.

Program Director of Latin America & Caribbean, Global Fund for Women, San Francisco, CA

Program Director of Latin America and Caribbean

Posted on: July 3, 2013

Posted by: Global Fund for Women

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Director leads the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) grant-making programs of the Global Fund for Women. As a senior member of the Program team, the Program Director provides vision and strategic leadership to the organization's strategies in the region.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Program Director will be responsible for the strategic development and operational delivery of GFW's program in the LAC region.

Regional Focal Point and Integrator:

•Develop strong analysis to guide the grant-making priorities and strategies for the region •Oversee and manage a diverse portfolio of grants in the region •Develop, manage and strengthen the regional Advisory Council network •Ensure the timely and high-quality completion of all program deliverables and reports •Build GFW's capacity in the region to deliver on the grant-making vision and strategy, including managing the resources required to meet the programs' objectives and facilitating 'best practice' sharing •Provide regional thought leadership and strategic direction in response to the challenges women face in collaboration with GFW Advisory Council and grantee partners

Regional Strategy and Impact

•Ensure that regional program development activity achieves the desired results articulated in the strategic priorities and annual work plan •Work with the Vice President of Programs and the other Program Directors to implement a comprehensive Learning, Monitoring and Evaluation framework and approach in the LAC region •Track LAC external environment and trends – strategic priorities, desired impact, performance metrics and align LAC priorities with overall Program priorities •Lead the LAC region's operating plan and report on progress against strategic priorities

Strategic Regional Partnerships

•Build and engage a highly effective group of Program Advisers in the LAC region •Identify and secure the critical partnerships required in the region for funding, resourcing and support for grantee partners •Manage and strengthen collaboration with strategic partners, such as women's funds and peer women's rights and donor agencies. •Contribute to linking opportunities between grantees and donors •Articulate regional trends and grant-making priorities to diverse audiences, including media, donors and other organizations at public events, forums and conferences •Leverage additional resources for the movement by advising grantee partners and applicants on how to secure funding support from other funding sources and serve as a strategic bridge between women's rights organizations and other foundations/funders •Conduct exploratory visits and field trips to countries and areas that are strategic for the region and/or where strategic support to women's rights is required

Regional Fundraising

•Work with GFW's Development team to implement a LAC regional fundraising strategy to identify funding priorities, sources and opportunities •Work with the Vice President of Programs and Development to increase funding opportunities for the LAC region, including participation in meetings, presentations to current and prospective partners •Ensure time on grantee partner visits to also meet with current and prospective fundraisers, as appropriate •Work with grantee partners to expand opportunities for new partnerships and resource mobilization

Learning, Monitoring and Evaluation

•Participate in the development and implementation of a learning, monitoring and evaluation framework and coordinate its operation in the LAC region •Create, establish and share systems and models of effective and efficient grant-making to contribute both to GFW's organizational learning as well as to influence the field of philanthropy •Produce documentation and reports on the impact of GFW's grant-making and partnerships

GFW's Regional Presence

•Serve as the regional spokesperson and advocate; Promote knowledge of the region at the Global Fund through information sessions and grantee presentations •Work with GFW's communications team to ensure regular stories and social media on GFW's grantee partners and GFW's advocacy for the LAC region •Maintain up-to-date records on LAC grantees and programs in the region for use in GFW advocacy, communications and funding proposals •Represent the Global Fund for Women, influencing and informing decision makers, working collaboratively with leaders from other organizations, and building alliances and networks with other players in the social justice, human rights, women and feminist movements, among others

Capacity Building

•Ensure at least one regional and thematic convening every two years to be conducted with advisors and/or grantees. •Work with grantees in the region in operationalizing GFW's Learning, Monitoring and Evaluation plan •Identify opportunities for leadership training for grantees as well as speaking opportunities at key forums •Organize strategic grantee convenings to develop program initiatives and implement GFW's monitoring and evaluation strategy in collaboration with Advisors and Grantee partners

Organizational Responsibilities

•Administer an annual LAC budget (grant-making and program expenses) •Work with the Grants Operations staff to ensure the successful management and delivery and tracking of GFW's LAC's grants program •Manage the work of other staff as assigned, ensuring effective individual and team performance •Liaise with other Program Directors to ensure consistent policies across all regions; supervise interns and volunteers as needed •Build a performance-driven culture across the region, with monitoring and consultation with grantee partners on performance indicators and appropriate risk mitigation •As a member of the Senior Management Team, contribute to the overall leadership of the GFW •Promote an integrated approach, so that Development and Communication work is strategically aligned and balanced with program priorities: contribute to the organizational fundraising efforts by developing and strengthening relationships donors, as needed and in consultation with Development staff; contribute to the Communications team in drafting regional content for reports and publications •Participate actively in organizational knowledge management, sharing learning with others and drawing on learning from across the organization and our networks/alliances

Other Duties

•Participate in cross-functional work teams as appropriate •Follow Global Fund for Women policies and procedures •Undertake other projects and initiatives as required

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Internal Relationships

Daily working relationship with the LAC Program Officer, Grants Operations staff, Vice President of Programs and fellow team members. Constant interaction with President & Chief Executive Officer, COO, Vice Presidents of Development and Communication, Development Officers and Communication staff.

External Relationships

Grantee partners, potential grantees, institutional and individual major donors, advisors, peer organizations/foundations, international agencies and organizations, media, networks and interested outside parties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

•Strong interest in a career within the field of women's philanthropy, women's human rights, and commitment to the mission and vision of the Global Fund for Women •Ability to continually assess the political, social and economic context of the region, set a realistic strategic direction, and evaluate and develop the organization's capacity to fulfill that direction; strong knowledge of women's human rights, including knowledge of women's groups and international development •Working knowledge of international philanthropy •Proven ability to recognize opportunities and suggest new programmatic initiatives and collaborations •A high level of initiative and sound judgment •Demonstrated ability to create and assess a range of strategies and systems for achieving goals •Excellent people leadership and management skills, with a track record of building high performing teams from different backgrounds and cultures •Demonstrated skills in supervision, mentorship, and development of staff. Demonstrate sensitivity and appreciation for diverse viewpoints and different communication styles in a politically and culturally diverse environment •Excellent written and verbal communicator and influencer, capable of effectively interacting with other senior managers, decision makers, donors, media and pivotal figures in the sector. An ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels •Spoken and written fluency in one of the major languages of the region •Excellent project management skills, including, but not limited to: the ability to coordinate and manage complex tasks, creative problem-solving, organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize competing demands and issues

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

•Proven leadership experience at a strategic level in a complex and diverse professional environment; substantial supervisory experience preferred •A minimum 5 years substantive professional, academic or activist experience in women's human rights issues •A minimum 3 years grant-making experience; 3 years fieldwork experience in the region •Masters degree in a related field

START DATE AND COMPENSATION

The projected start date for this position will be August-September. This position is located in San Francisco. Candidates must be eligible to work legally in the US and willing to relocate. The Program Director of Latin American and the Caribbean is a full time, exempt position. Salary will be commensurate with experience. The Global Fund for Women offers 100% employer paid premium health benefits, an excellent paid leave package, a generous retirement plan, a professional development stipend, and other benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications and all supporting documents will be received until position is filled. To submit your application materials, please visit our website: http://www.globalfundforwomen.org/who-we-are/job-opportunities. All pages of the application should be typed and should include the following:

•Cover letter, with the applicant's current contact information •Resume, including references with contact information NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Please note: due to the volume of applications we receive, we will not process incomplete applications.

The Global Fund for Women is committed to working globally and addressing inequities. In line with this global lens, it is our policy to actively seek a diverse pool of candidates, from a variety of backgrounds, who are committed to the mission and vision of the Global Fund.