Publications Coordinator, General Federation of Women's Clubs, Washington, DC

Publications Coordinator

Posted on: August 11, 2014
Posted by: General Federation of Women's Clubs
Employment type: Full-time
Salary range: 34,000 - 37,000
Benefits: 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance; employer matching retirement benefits; paid holiday, vacation, and sick days; and more
Job location: Dupont Circle area of Washington, DC

Job Summary

The General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC), a nonprofit, volunteer service organization, is seeking a talented and dedicated Publications Coordinator to steer the design of the organization's external and internal digital and print communications materials. Reporting directly to the Communications Director, the Publications Coordinator produces engaging, high-quality designs for a variety of publications and digital platforms, including a bi-monthly magazine, social media, brochures, logos, and the transition to a redesigned website. S/he is also responsible for working collaboratively with staff and will take a lead role in the transition of the organization's magazine from print to digital.

Primary Responsibilities

• Produces high-quality designs for a variety of publications and digital platforms.
• Provides lead layout design on bi-monthly GFWC Clubwoman Magazine.
• Will assist in the transition of GFWC Clubwoman Magazine from print to digital.
• Assists with production, distribution, and management of organization's publications, communications, and materials.
• Supports and maintains organization website.
• Coordinates and executes post-production checklist.
• Develops and maintains design standards for the organization, and updates style guide as necessary.
• Stays up-to-date with the latest design techniques and software.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned. 

Professional Experience 

• Leading design projects from concept through completion.
• Experience with multipage documents such as magazines and brochures.
• Interactive digital design, including web graphics, e-newsletters, infographics, and other digital publications.
• Image sourcing through stock image websites.
• Junior-level graphic design experience, production, project coordination, and desktop publishing. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• One to three years of related experience, preferably at a nonprofit organization.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, standard CMS systems, and blog platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present information clearly and effectively.
• Highly resourceful, flexible, entrepreneurial, with an excellent work ethic and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work in an environment where each employee assumes multiple responsibilities.
• Team-focused and willing to assist other departments as needed.
• Commitment to team-based brainstorming, planning, and decision-making.
• Enthusiasm for volunteer service and an interest in community
• development initiatives.

How to Apply

This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
Send your cover letter, resume, portfolio/link to an online portfolio, and salary requirements to PR@GFWC.org with Publications Coordinator as the subject. Please note: Applications that do not include salary requirements will not be considered.

Philanthropy Administrator, Imagine Housing, Kirkland, WA

Philanthropy Administrator

Posted on: August 6, 2014
Posted by: Imagine Housing
Employment type: Full-time
Job location: Kirkland, WA
Salary range: 33,280 - 43,680
Benefits: paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, company-paid medical, dental and life insurance and 401(k) matching contribution

Who is Imagine Housing?

Imagine Housing is the primary developer of permanent affordable rental housing in East King County, Washington. We are a leader in providing person-centered, strengths-based supportive services ranging from early childhood and after-school programs to case management and community building events at our properties.

Our organization is sensitive to the needs of diverse communities and is committed to cross-cultural competence. Imagine Housing empowers individuals and families, supports diversity and strengthens communities. We make it possible for veterans, seniors, survivors of domestic violence, young adults aging out of foster care and low-income working families to live in and thrive on the Eastside.

Job Summary

Imagine Housing seeks an organized, detail-oriented and motivated individual to join the Imagine Housing Philanthropy Team. The Philanthropy Administrator will be the main "keeper of information" and database administrator. The Philanthropy Administrator's dedicated support will enable Imagine Housing to build authentic, meaningful and lasting relationships with Imagine Housing's supporters. The Philanthropy Administrator also will offer critical administrative support to the Annual Fund Manager, Director of Philanthropy and Executive Director.

The position reports to the Director of Philanthropy, with the potential for growth and leadership in this nimble and ever-growing organization. This position also offers a tremendous opportunity for the right person to join our staff, Board, and over 150 volunteers in building and preserving high quality affordable housing and delivering supportive services to low-income individuals and families in East King County.

Primary Duties

Database Management (50%):

• Input, track and update donor information in Raiser's Edge.
• Enter and process all gifts received and ensure they are coded correctly.
• Work with, train and support the Philanthropy Team and Executive Director in entering notes, actions, and tracking relationships and proposals.
• Conduct quarterly maintenance within Raiser's Edge to ensure data integrity.
• Create reports and complex queries as requested to support fundraising goals.
• Create and manage mailings and mailing lists for all invitations, save the dates and mailing campaigns throughout the year.
• Manage the Philanthropy Policies and Procedures manual and update as changes happen.
• Work with the Finance team to reconcile accounts and sync systems.
• Import all gifts and information from Greater Giving to Raiser's Edge in a timely manner after all events. Track invitees, attendees and gifts in Raiser's Edge.
• Be the point-person for all Raiser's Edge questions and troubleshooting.
• Assist in the development of new database processes to meet current and future fundraising goals.

Administrative Support (25%):

• Prepare materials for all upcoming donor and outreach meetings, including having informational packets prepared for unexpected meetings that arise.
• Schedule meetings for Philanthropy Team members and send meeting invites and reminders.
• Conduct internal (database) and external (web) donor research.
• Keep all department files maintained and organized.

• Collect notes from team members' donor meetings and enter information into Raiser's Edge.
• Draft accurate, personalized and timely donor recognition for gifts; ensure thank you notes go out within 48 hours.

• Take lead role in collecting volunteer hours from Department Directors and Supportive Services Team and inputting into the donor database.
• Perform other administrative support duties as assigned.

Event Support (Seasonal):

• Provide administrative, logistical and event support for Imagine Housing's annual Auction, Opening Doors Breakfast, house parties and other smaller events as they arise.
• Create and send e-invitations and e-save the dates via Constant Contact.
• Coordinate volunteer management for the Auction and Opening Doors Breakfast.
• Own the procurement process for the Auction, including managing relationships with Board members and tracking all procurement using Greater Giving.
• Support the Annual Fund Manager as necessary.

Communications (10%):

• Keep Imagine Housing's website up to date (WordPress platform).
• Oversee social media, giving Imagine Housing a daily presence on Twitter and Facebook and utilizing LinkedIn, YouTube and other platforms as necessary.
• Collect and post weekly blog articles, providing reminders to staff and volunteers to submit their articles on time for posting.
• Compile and send monthly or quarterly e-newsletters via Constant Contact.
• Keep updated on current housing news and events to promote via social media.

• Manage Imagine Housing's online giving pages via NetCommunity and Greater Giving.

Capital Campaign (10%):

• Manage pledges and billings, including invoicing, billing and receipting of gifts.
• Prepare packets and information for donor meetings.
• Support the public phase of the Capital Campaign through social media, e-mails, website updates, and more.
• Manage ever-changing donor prospect lists and transfer information into database. 

Secondary Duties (5%):

• Assist with coordinating community outreach presentations and events throughout the year.
• Order name tags for staff twice a year.
• Order branded merchandise for events and programs as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.  

Desired Traits

• Highly organized and efficient.
• Detail and systems oriented.
• Proactive – able to anticipate arising needs and take ownership over activities.
• Problem solver that is able to synthesize big picture ideas into solid steps.
• Resourceful – able to find solutions using various sources.
• Able to track and prioritize multiple projects at a given time.
• Easy to work with in a collaborative team environment. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors or a two-year degree with two years of related experience in a business or non-profit setting required.
• 1-2 years of experience with Raiser's Edge or similar Customer Relationship Management software.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite with particular proficiency working with Excel and mail merge.
• Experience working with WordPress or another website platform or knowledge of HTML.
• Familiarity with social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube. 

Work Schedule

Position is a full time (40 hours per week), hourly, non-exempt position. Hours worked will be weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m, or a mutually agreed-upon schedule. Occasional overtime, evening and/or weekend work also may be required.

Salary and Benefits

Hourly range is from $16 - $21/hour, with actual hourly rate determined based on experience. Benefits include paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, company-paid medical, dental and life insurance and 401(k) matching contribution.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Imagine Housing is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, the presence of a disability, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Our equal opportunity policy applies to all phases of employment, including recruiting, hiring, job assignment, supervision, training, upgrading, transfer, compensation, benefits, promotion, education and recreation, layoff and termination.

How to Apply 

Please email a resume and cover letter to hesterw@imaginehousing.org. Include in your cover letter how you learned of this position, a description of specifically why you are an ideal candidate, your salary history and salary expectations. If you have any questions, please call Hester Winn at (425) 576-5190, ext. 10. Position is open until filled.

For more information on Imagine Housing, go to www.imaginehousing.org.

Grant Writer & Program Liaison, AIDS United, Washington, DC

Grant Writer & Program Liaison

Posted on: August 5, 2014
Posted by: AIDS United
Application deadline: August 22, 2014
Employment type: Full-time
Salary range: 50,000 - 70,000
Benefits: Exceptional benefits offered in a flexible work environment

Who is AIDS United?

AIDS United's mission is to end the AIDS epidemic in the United States. The agency strives to achieve its mission through strategic grant-making, organizational capacity building, formative research, advocacy & policy work. Formed from the merger of the National AIDS Fund and AIDS Action Council in 2010, the agency has more than 20 years of experience in policy and grant-making.

AIDS United operates with an annual budget of approximately $11 million and a staff of 26. Grant-making initiatives focus on access and retention in care, advocacy in the deep south, syringe access, sector transformation and more. Policy work is done on behalf of dues paying members that include the majority of the largest and oldest AIDS Service Organization across the country. Other initiatives at AIDS United includes provision of capacity building assistance on behalf of CDC for community-based organizations involved in HIV prevention; and placement of more than 50 AmeriCorps members annually across seven different metropolitan areas.

Job Summary

AIDS United seeks to hire a Grant Writer & Program Liaison responsible for the development of multiple funding proposals throughout the year to foundations, corporate giving programs, and federal funding opportunities on behalf of AIDS United. The position will work with policy and program staff to ensure a solid understanding of initiatives, programs and activities undertaken at AIDS United and to package/represent those programs in writing to effectively secure funding.

The position will work jointly with program, policy, finance, and operations staff to ensure any and all requirements for submission of a complete proposal are met; as well as ensuring timely submission of required reporting on any grants received. The position will do ongoing prospecting to identify new potential funders, and maintain a schedule of all grants submitted, and those in the pipeline (up to one year out).

Qualifications 

Qualified candidates must have a minimum of three years of experience in grant-writing and grant procurement; and deep knowledge and/or experience in the domestic HIV/AIDS field. As well as experience using online databases and other sources to locate philanthropic information and demonstrated success in procuring/winning proposals.

Position requires a highly organized individual with a proven track record of efficient time management and ability to work well independently as well as part of a team. Individual must have the ability to seek and synthesize information and communication in a compelling and succinct form; ability to take initiative, think critically, manage time, and prioritize multiple tasks and projects; ability to understand budgets as they relate to proposals and grants; and the ability to effective coordinate input from multiple parties with clear timelines.

Position requires excellent research and analytical skills as well as excellent personal, verbal, and written communication skills. Must be flexible and able to work in fast-paced and changing work environment and able to work well under pressure. Must be proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint.

How to Apply

Applications must include: the AIDS United Application for Employment (available at http://www.aidsunited.org/about/jobs/), cover letter with salary requirements, and resume and should be submitted to jobs@aidsunited.org with "Grant Writer" in the subject line. 

Incomplete applications WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. 
Due to the high volume of applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Director of Lending & Training, Women's Opportunities Resource Center, Philadephia, PA

Director of Lending & Training

Posted on: August 4, 2014 
Posted by: Women's Opportunities Resource Center (WORC)
Employment type: Full-time
Job location: Philadelphia, PA 
Salary details: Salary is competitive based on experience and applicable skills. Benefits include vacation, paid holidays, health insurance and pension plan  

Who is WORC?

The Women's Opportunities Resource Center (WORC) is a nationally-recognized not-for-profit organization headquartered in Philadelphia that promotes social and economic self-sufficiency primarily for women, minorities, and dislocated workers. Its subsidiary, the Economic Opportunities Fund (EOF), is a certified CDFI which provides a wide range of financial products (microloans from $1,000 to $35,000). Our loan fund is capitalized at $1 million. To date, we have made a total of 435 direct loans totaling over $1.5 million. In addition, we have packaged 45 loans totaling more than $4.4 million as an intermediary for the SBA Prequalification Program. WORC was recently approved as an SBA microlender. 

Job Summary

Over the next two years, EOF looks to expand its market base and increase its loan volume and capital deployed. We are looking for a professional that is committed to meeting the needs of this underserved market, has demonstrated experience scaling a microenterprise organization and is comfortable with providing services to a diverse population. 

Responsibilities

• Manages and grows the Direct Lending Program including staff and consultant supervision, program marketing, new product development, portfolio performance, asset/liability management, financial projections and assumptions, underwriting, loan servicing, collections, community partnerships and program evaluation.
• Responsible for loan portfolio quality and performance. Ensures compliance with portfolio standards e.g. those PAR 90 days + is less than 12% and annual write-off below 9%. Implements and monitors credit risk program including risk rating as well as identifying, measuring, controlling, monitoring the risks with periodic reporting to senior management and Board.
• Coordinates and plans the Advisory Council and Loan Committee meetings by setting the agenda, preparing reports and documents, conducting the meetings and recording the minutes.
• Oversees training and TA services to ensure quality service and compliance with contract goals.
• Responsible for grant compliance and reports as needed for funders, Advisory Council or Board of Directors.
• Member of senior management team - develops and implements EOF business plan/marketing plan.
• Fundraising and capitalization - writes grants and secures funding and assists with implementing WORC's overall fundraising strategy.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications 

A strong background in micro and small business financing is desired. Individual should have existing contacts with local financial and economic development providers. Management experience and 4-year degree is required. Experience with ACCION MMS is a plus.

How to Apply 

Send cover letter and resume to careers@worc-pa.com.

Homeownership Counselor, Operation HOPE Inc, Maywood, CA

Homeownership Counselor

Posted on: July 30, 2014 
Posted by: Operation HOPE Inc.
Employment type: Full-time
Benefits: Medical, Dental and 401k benefits available
Job location: Maywood, CA

Who is Operation HOPE?

For the past twenty years Operation HOPE has been dedicated to empowering underserved communities through financial literacy. Now, our work encompasses much more than financial education. Our work is about instilling knowledge and confidence in those we serve so they can experience, sometimes for the first time in their lives, financial dignity.

Job Summary

Provide one-on-one counseling and group education on the home buying process and assist individuals to improve their financial profile in order to qualify for a mortgage loan. Identify, recruit, educate, counsel potential and exiting homeowners.

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Coordinate and conduct home buyer workshops and classes
• Enroll and counsel potential homeowners in the Case Management counseling program
• Provide homeownership counseling by providing one-on-one credit, debt and savings counseling to individuals for the purpose of qualifying for a home loan
• Conduct follow up appointments to successfully assist individuals in completing the program
• Input, track, and update clients in Client Management System
• Maintain program client files
• Prepare credit bureau dispute letters and settlement letters for program clients (when applicable)
• Provide down payment assistance counseling for homeownership counseling participants (when applicable)
• Enroll, track the progress, and follow-up with program clients and clients participating in the HOPE Fund Matching Grant (when applicable)
• Community outreach and business development
• Recruit for and promote HOPE programs and services
• Maintain a neat clean work area
• Establish referral relationships and additional funding opportunities
• Ensure that all program goals, standards and policies are met
• Complete production and activity reports
• Meet production goals
• Facilitate the lending process
• Facilitate realtor and lender partner relationships
• Ability to articulate the mission, objectives and programs of the organization
• Perform all other miscellaneous responsibilities and duties as assigned 

 

Skills Required 

Adaptability, Administrative skills, Analysis, Control, Delegation, Diagnostic, Impact, Interpersonal Relations, Leadership, Learning Ability, Motivation, Persuasiveness, Planning Ability, Personally well- organized, Presentation, Resilience, Safety, Subordinate Development, Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, Attention to Detail, Cooperation, Decision-Making, Energy, Flexibility, Independence, Information Retrieval, Initiative, Integrity, Organization, Professionalism, Stress Tolerance, Verbal Fact-Finding, High Work Standards. Basic understanding and experience working with Excel, Word, and Publisher. Ability to interact with all levels within a corporate environment.

Educational Requirements  

Bilingual required - Spanish
Bachelor's Degree required
Housing counseling or financial planning/credit counseling experience
Experience in loan packaging and counseling preferred
Experience in outside sales and outreach preferred

Working Conditions

Normal office environment, ability to walk, stand, sit, and talk on the phone for long periods of time in a professional manner. Ability to work and travel outside the office in the field and to coordinate and facilitate workshops/trainings/events throughout the region.

Needed Attributes 

Aptitudes: Ability to effectively monitor the progress of program participants.
Temperament: Willing to modify plans and behavior when necessary to meet a goal, takes time to help customers and others achieve their goals and assignments.
Interests: Public contact, communication of plans and ideas.

How to Apply 

Please email your resume to Rolando.Rivero@operationhope.org

Program and Administrative Coordinator, Yoga Behind Bars, Seattle, WA

Program and Administrative Coordinator

Posted on: June 14, 2014
Application deadline: June 29, 2014
Posted by: Yoga Behind Bars

General Summary

Yoga Behind Bars (YBB), an innovative Seattle-based nonprofit offering yoga and meditation classes in prisons, jails and detention centers, is seeking an organized and self-motivated Program & Administrative Coordinator. This part-time, independent contractor position will report directly to the Executive Director and work closely with the Program Director. Position responsibilities include program and volunteer support, as well as general administrative duties as described below.

Responsibilities/Outcomes 

Volunteer Support
1) Keep volunteer teacher records current including tracking facility-mandated new volunteer orientations, sponsor and Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) trainings, and clearance renewals.
2) Help schedule volunteer teachers for classes and shadowing.
3) Keep all volunteer teacher contact information updated.
4) Update and develop volunteer materials (policies and procedures, applications, volunteer agreements, orientation handbooks).
5) Support biannual evaluations processes and procedures.
6) Track teacher and student hours on a monthly basis.
7) Work with Program Director to coordinate community outreach to recruit volunteer teachers.
8) Screen and match volunteer teachers to organizational needs and opportunities.
9) Support bi-annual Teacher Training, mentorship, and orientation for volunteer teachers.
10) Coordinate volunteer appreciation and community events in partnership with leadership team.

Support day-to-day activities of YBB
1) Respond to inquiries from potential volunteers and supporters.
2) Manage social media presence.
3) Update website and create monthly e-newsletter.
4) Update and maintain data and information about volunteers + donors in SalesForce.
5) Prepare deposits for bank and create monthly financial reports for bookkeeper.
6) Conduct research and literature reviews on current developments in prison yoga instruction, social justice and yoga service.
7) Develop program materials as needed.
8) Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

Required:
The successful candidate must demonstrate genuine passion and enthusiasm for the mission of Yoga Behind Bars, as well as excellent organizational and people skills. The individual must be flexible, focused, and possess strong professional initiative. S/he has excellent verbal and written communication skills and is comfortable working with our multiple communities (volunteer teachers, students, prison administrators, partner organizations, board members, supporters). S/he must to be able to work independently. Proficiency with MS Office is a must.

Highly Desired:
Relevant degrees and experience are desirable, but we deeply value a collaborative disposition and willingness to learn. Also important is an understanding of the socio-economic dynamics at play within our criminal justice system. Knowledge of databases and design software such as Photoshop and InDesign a plus. Volunteer management experience highly desirable.

Hours 

This is a part-time independent contractor position for an average of 25 hrs/wk. Hours will increase to 30 hrs/wk when Program Director takes leave of absence from December 2014-April 2015. High flexibility with scheduling. Compensation is $18 per hour.

Equal Opportunity 

Yoga Behind Bars values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to engaging the skills and leadership of people of color, LGBTQ persons, formerly incarcerated people, and other people from diverse backgrounds. People from these or other backgrounds and communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply 

Application deadline is Sunday, June 29, 2014.

Please submit the following materials to Nari Baker, Program Director, volunteer@yogabehindbars.org, in PDF format: (1) a cover letter; (2) resume; and (3) addresses and telephone numbers of three individuals, one of whom is/was an immediate supervisor, who has firsthand knowledge of applicant's professional abilities. References will not be contacted without prior notification of the candidate. Please do not paste your resume in the body of the email.

 

Community Programs Coordinator, The San Francisco LGBT Community Center, San Francisco, CA

Community Programs Coordinator 

Posted on: April 22, 2014
Application deadline: Open until filled
Posted by: The San Francisco LGBT Community Center

General Summary

The mission of the Center is to develop programs and services that welcome the entire diversity of the LGBT community; unite our community across lines of religion, age, race, gender and economics; give visibility to the history and culture of all the diverse parts of our community; foster discussion and planning for our political and cultural future; and nurture new and start-up organizations to meet emerging community needs. Under the supervision of the Director of Programs, the Community Programs Coordinator is responsible for recruitment and training of volunteers, coordination of community programs, outreach and community engagement efforts, provision of information and referral services and special projects.

REPORTS TO: Director of Programs
STATUS: Regular/Non-Exempt/Full–Time
COMPENSATION: Competitive salary, paid medical insurance, paid vacation time, personal days and holidays

Description of Job Functions 

Information and Referral Program

• Provide direct person to person, telephone and electronic communication to the public regarding the Center and community information and resources.
• Supervise, schedule and evaluate volunteers and interns for the Center's information and referral desk, ensuring highest possible client service delivery. Provide staff back up for the information and referral desk as necessary.
• Supervise volunteers on maintenance of Center bulletin boards and provision of collateral materials in public areas of the facility.
• Assist in training on protocols and procedures with volunteers.
• Oversee data entry and regular updates of the I&R database.

Volunteer Program

• Recruit volunteers and provide initial training / orientation for new volunteers. Participate in planning and implementation of volunteer appreciation and professional development for volunteers.
• Support basic volunteer coordination for Center programs and services, including recruitment, training and scheduling of volunteers for specific program activities.
• Assist in the coordination of community programs and responses on current events and community issues including lectures, readings, town hall meetings, celebrations, marches and/or media responses and press conferences
• Assist in the coordination of Center Pride month activities, including parade contingent, float and booth.

Cyber Center

• Recruit, coordinate and schedule volunteers to staff the Cyber Center
• Oversee Cyber Center cash handling and record keeping.
• Provide conflict management and security assistance.
• Work with Facilities staff and technical staff to keep Cyber Center equipment in operating condition.

Other Duties

• Actively participate as a member of the Community Programs team including provision of back up for other program staff as needed.
• Support special projects, including participating in long and short term program planning, implementation of program activities and initiatives and tracking of statistics and evaluation data.
• Other duties assigned by Director of Programs
• Work on evenings and week-end hours will be required. 

Qualifications & Experience

• Commitment to the mission of the San Francisco LGBT Community Center. Experience and commitment to working in a multicultural environment.
• Minimum one year experience working in community organizing, volunteer management and/or program coordination. Demonstrated ability to work with a broad cross-section of the LGBT community.
• Strong familiarity with LGBT resources, including, but not limited to, health and wellness, housing, legal, employment and social activities.
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, de-escalation, and crisis management skills, ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent customer-service abilities.
• Experience working collaboratively with multiple agencies desired.
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively with supervisor or as part of a team in a fast paced environment.
• Computer/PC literacy, including Internet proficiency, Microsoft Office Software, Google Docs, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Experience with Salesforce a plus.
• Fluency in English is required. Bilingual or ASL skills highly desired.
• The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and lift objects up to 30 pounds. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.

Equal Opportunity

The SF LGBT Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or inter-sex are encouraged to apply. The SF LGBT Center maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees and applicants for employment. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition, perceived physical disability or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by statute.

How to Apply

Submit both resume and cover letter expressing your interest, experience and qualifications to:
The SF LGBT Community Center
1800 Market Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
Email: jobs@sfcenter.org
Please put Community Programs Coordinator in the subject of your message.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Executive Director, Water for Waslala, Philadelphia, PA

Executive Director

Posted on: September 3, 2013
Posted by: Water for Waslala

BACKGROUND

Water for Waslala (WfW) is a non-profit organization dedicated to ending the water crisis in Waslala, a municipality in central Nicaragua where over 60,000 residents live in 85 rural communities. Due to a lack of potable water systems, nearly all Waslalans are forced to drink from polluted local rivers, causing severe illness and inhibiting personal and regional development. Water for Waslala seeks to permanently end this crisis by working together with the Waslalan people to provide every Waslalan man, woman, and child with access to safe drinking water within a generation.

Since its inception in 2004, WfW has provided a daily supply of clean water to over 2,500 Waslalans. On the ground in Waslala, WfW supports several full-time staff to deliver its program objectives. In the US, Water for Waslala consists of a volunteer Board of Directors, which oversees the organization's fundraising and programmatic activities.

Learn more at www.waterforwaslala.org.

OVERVIEW


After nine years of refining our drinking water programs, Water for Waslala has recently begun to scale the pace of its work and its impacts in Waslala. Over the last twelve months, we have doubled our Waslala staff from three to six, and plan to gradually increase the number of projects we complete each year as well, with an ultimate goal of providing all 60,000 Waslalans with clean drinking water by 2030.

To enable this growth in Waslala, Water for Waslala is seeking to hire its first full-time US employee, an Executive Director, to build the capabilities of our US side of the organization. The Executive Director will be expected to develop our organization in three areas:

1. Fundraising capacity: To scale our work in Waslala, we need to grow from being a $100K organization to a $200-$250K organization within the next 1-2 years. Our Executive Director will be expected to create and execute a new fundraising strategy that will enable us to double our fundraising revenues through new partnerships, major gifts, and foundation support.

2. Strategic partnerships: given that we are still a young and relatively unknown organization, one of our biggest needs is to develop partnerships with organizations that will:

• Significantly increase awareness of Water for Waslala
• Provide access to potential board members or strategic advisors
• Provide access to new sources of revenue

Such partnerships could include (but not be limited to) industry partnerships with peer water and sanitation (WASH) nonprofits, Latin America or Nicaragua-focused associations, and academic professors or institutions that specialize in WASH. Partnerships could also be formed with PR or media firms that could get our name out in the press, or with SEO organizations that could help improve our presence on the web.

3. US operations: the day-to-day operations of our US organization have been carried out by our Board of Directors for the last ten years. However, as our organization enters into a new growth phase, we recognize that our Board of Directors needs to evolve to focus more on strategy and fundraising. As a result, many of the day-to-day operational activities and processes need to be formalized and delegated to other volunteers. Our Executive Director will be expected to create a strategy to improve our US governance and operations activities, including developing a road map for evolving our Board of Directors, recruiting new Board members, creating a strategy to delegate key operational processes (e.g. accounting, HR, website maintenance) to other individuals, and managing those individuals.

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The successful candidate will be our only US employee, so the position is suited for an entrepreneurial self-starter who has experience and is excited by working independently in a startup-like atmosphere, with few resources to leverage that are common at larger organizations. Our future Executive Director must also be passionate about our organization and eager to build a lasting legacy that tangibly improves the lives of the poor in our world.

Because we are a virtual organization in the US, the location of the Executive Development position is flexible, though frequent travel to Philadelphia, where most of our donors and Board of Directors live, would be required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The right professional will have the following attributes and qualifications:

• Ability to be both a high-level strategic thinker and a doer – must be equally comfortable developing blue-sky strategic plans and driving the day-to-day execution of those plans
• Proven track record of leading similar organizations through their own growth phases
• Proven ability to work independently with little day-today oversight or support
• Creative, out of the box problem solver
• Tenacity – must be resourceful enough to overcome the inevitable challenges and setbacks that will naturally occur over time
• Experience leading and managing teams
• Sales/fundraising background and Executive Director or related experience
• Proven track record in designing and managing fundraising campaigns, developing relationships with donors and prospects, securing major gifts, and meeting fundraising targets
• Experience identifying and cultivating relationships with strategic partners
• Experience with organizational design, process improvement, and Board management
• Experience in the water and sanitation sector, or a proven track record of becoming expert in various industries quickly
• International development experience, as well as experience in a developing country context, preferred
• Entrepreneurial attitude and a willingness to work as sole US employee in a startup-like environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Drive and a passion to grow Water for Waslala to new levels of success
• Bachelor's degree required; 10+ years of professional experience preferred
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with Board of Directors, donors, prospects, and high-net-worth individuals; strong written, oral, and listening skills a must

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create a detailed fundraising strategy and action plan to meet our fundraising goals and close our projected fundraising gap
• Research and prospect potential individual donors through existing and new networks
• Create high-quality marketing materials and pitches to articulate our achievements, vision, and needs to potential donors
• Build and cultivate relationships with new and existing donors and strategic partners through personal meetings or phone calls, emails, or mailings
• Create a Board evolution strategy and a plan to recruit new Board members
• Formalize key US operational processes, and manage group of volunteers to oversee the execution of those processes
• Travel to Waslala, Nicaragua several times per year to gain a first-hand perspective on our work and its human impacts

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a resume and cover letter to:

Justin Knabb
Director
Water for Waslala
justin@waterforwaslala.org

Research Consultant, TIES Advisory, Vancouver

Research Consultant

Posted on: April 18, 2013
Application deadline: April 26, 2013
Posted by: TIES Advisory

THE ORGANIZATION

TIES Advisory is a new and innovative company that provides services in research analysis, policy/program development and evaluation, and community development. We work with diverse clients in government, non-profit and business sectors. We specialize in the areas of women and gender, seniors, and First Nations. In collaboration with our clients, we develop creative solutions to make the world a better place.

THE ROLE

TIES Advisory is looking for consultants to conduct research for one of two research projects: women/gender and seniors. 

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

-Post-secondary university degree or diploma in social sciences, health, law, or related discipline and 3 years related experience; or 
-Masters' degree in social sciences, health, law, or related discipline and 1-2 years related experience; or
-Other equivalent combination of experience and education.
-Experience in conducting complex social research, preferably but not limited to research focusing on women or seniors
-Experience in one or more of the following areas: focus group studies, participatory evaluations, gender audits, program evaluations or feasibility studies
-Experience working with non-profits and community-based organisations
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills
-Ability to work well independently and in team settings

HOW TO APPLY 

Please email a cover letter and resume outlining your experience and education by 4pm on April 26, 2013 to careers@tiesadvisory.com. Please specify in the cover letter if you are applying for the gender stream of research or the seniors stream of research. Please indicate your salary (rate per hour) expectations in your cover letter. Thank you. 

We will contact only those applicants deemed suitable for an interview.

Web & Technology Associate, YWCA, Washington, DC

Web and Technology Associate

Posted on: March 21, 2013
Posted by: YWCA

DESCRIPTION

Reports to:Web & Technology Manager, YWCA USA

Primary Purpose:To provide technical expertise to the Information Technology Department, ensuring efficient operations of all YWCA digital resources.

Organization History and Impact:The YWCA is one of the oldest and largest multicultural women's organizations in the United States with more than 2 million participants in 1,300 locations throughout the U.S. Worldwide, the YWCA serves more than 25 million women and girls in 125 countries.

As a voice for every woman, the YWCA is a grassroots organization that provides programs, services and advocacy to respond to and address the critical needs in the community. For over a century, the YWCA has been a powerful advocate for women and girls

Website: www.ywca.org

BASIC DUTIES

The Web & Technology Associate will provide support to and coordination for the Information Technology Department for the YWCA USA. This position requires excellent technical skills with the ability to think through issues and make recommendations to management. Additional responsibilities will include assisting with various webmaster duties and most importantly, the ability to successfully manage multiple concurrent projects is essential.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Web & Technology Associate will:

• Assist with the build-out and ongoing web duties and support of the YWCA intranet website and serve as backup support to the other public websites for web development and content management, including updating existing content, creating new pages and culling older content as necessary.
• Under the direction of the Web & Technology Manager, assist in building and maintaining the YWCA Resource Library, part of the YWCA intranet.
• Assist in the implementation and completion of computer/network projects.
  • Provide support as directed by the Web & Technology manager for ongoing digital communications/IT capacity building activities for the local YWCA associations.Assist in general troubleshooting and employee instruction of PC/network system operations.
  • Assist with the set up and termination of e-mail accounts/passwords.
  • Assist the Web & Technology Manager in the use of web analytic tools to produce reports to drive organizational decisions.
    • Identify opportunities for expanded website features and functions, including the implementation of new technologies and trends.
    • Other duties as assigned by the Web & Technology Manager

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and/or two years related experience, preferably with an membership-based non-profit organization
• Experience implementing and maintaining websites using content management systems (Blackbaud Sphere CMS knowledge preferred)
• Strong knowledge of and skill in HTML and a familiarity with CSS
• Proven experience with Microsoft Office 365, particularly SharePoint, is strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of membership database management
  • Excellent organizational, time management, communication skills
  • Knowledge of website development standards
  • Proficient with office productivity suites, especially Microsoft Office and familiarity with a graphics editing program, such as Adobe Photoshop, is recommended
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from YWCA national and local association staff
    • Ability to work collegially in a fast paced team environment and adapt to change as necessary
    • Ability to interface both with tech-savvy and non-tech savvy individuals with respect and skill

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

The selected candidate must be passionate about the mission and vision of the YWCA. S/he must have a track record of success and capacity to assist with the development and support of a sophisticated content management system and related digital communications tools

The successful candidate will bring strong organizational skills and will have the ability to multi-task while keeping track of detailed information.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to jobs@ywca.org