Manager of the Women in Entertainment Mentoring Program, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Los Angeles, CA

Mentoring of the Women in Entertainment Mentoring Program

Posted on: February 1, 2015
Posted by: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles

Partial Grant Funded Position

Reports to: Director of Programs

Position Description

The Manager of the Women in Entertainment Mentoring Program will oversee the planning and execution of all aspects of the program for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles (BBBSLA). S/he will oversee and execute: (1) the recruitment and competitive application process for potential mentees, (2) develop and maintain relationships with school partners and liaisons, and liaise with the program partners, namely The Hollywood Reporter, as well as Loyola Marymount University (LMU), (3) screen the potential mentors recruited in partnership with The Hollywood Reporter, (4) provide guidance and match support to each mentor-mentee match throughout the WIE program, (5) collaborate with BBBSLA staff to provide college and career resources to the mentees throughout the year and execute associated scholarship program, and (6) coordinate the logistics of the WIE program execution.

About the Women in Entertainment Program (WIE Program)

Launched in 2009 in partnership with The Hollywood Reporter (THR), the WIE Program offers a select group of young women from some of Los Angeles' most vulnerable communities an unprecedented opportunity to receive one-to-one mentorship from the most successful women in the entertainment industry. The WIE Program launches annually at the Power 100 Women in Entertainment Breakfast hosted by THR. Mentors and mentees meet twice a month for a calendar year at the offices of their mentors. Transportation is coordinated by BBBSLA. Individualized professional support is provided to each mentor, mentee and family throughout the length of each match to support the development of each relationship, and the safe and positive growth of each young woman participating in the program. College preparation programming, including SAT preparatory courses, college and career preparation seminars, and a college day at LMU's campus, are coordinated for the WIE mentees throughout the year. Thanks to the generosity of Lifetime through A&E Networks, and the Entertainment Industry Foundation, each young woman is awarded a $10,000 scholarship to support their pursuit of higher education upon completion of the WIE Program.

ESSENTIAL JOB ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential job activities 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.

• Manage all aspects of the WIE program in collaboration BBBSLA leadership.
• Act as liaison with program partner, THR, for all WIE program activities.
• Responsible to recruit, interview and select mentee participants working in conjunction with high school partners and The Hollywood Reporter annually.
• Responsible to screen all potential WIE mentors annually.
• Responsible for maintaining WIE program data systems reflecting goals, completions, and overall progress.
• Manage WIE scholarship grants in collaboration with BBBSLA staff to ensure all obligations are met.
• Responsible to help build strong and productive working relationships with entertainment executives represented in our WIE program.
• Collaborate with BBBSLA staff to bring college and career preparation resources to the WIE mentees throughout the WIE Program to ensure readiness for higher education and access via the WIE Scholarship Program.
• Through scheduled in-person and telephone contact, ascertain that the elements of child safety, match relationship development, positive youth development and volunteer satisfaction are fulfilled and that potential problems and barriers are identified and addressed as early as possible. Promptly notify supervisor regarding concerns, which may negatively influence the match.
• Document and monitor all elements of match support and supervision.
• Ensure high-level proficiency and good judgment in applying child safety and risk management knowledge, policies and procedures throughout all aspects of job function.
• Develop strategic interventions to identify and strengthen match relationships that require extra support to continue to grow.
• Establish, monitor and meet goals for match length and customer satisfaction. Utilizing SOR and YOS to assess match impact on youth development.
• Conduct exit interview with all parties at match closure. Assess reasons for match closure and re-match potential Bigs and Littles that are approved to remain active.
• Collaborates with the Director of Marketing on all media and entertainment opportunities, and video or other story telling opportunities.
• Share with development and/or marketing staff any potential partnership relationships as discovered through volunteers' and parents' employers and affiliations.
• Identify and promote re-engagement of mentors and mentees as Bigs, board members, donors and in other volunteer capacities.
• Participate in all Agency staff and team meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by agency leaders.
• Customer/Client Focus—Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of fellow staff, volunteers, children, parents and agency partners; talks and acts with them in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationship with customers/clients and gains their trust and respect; views her/his role as adding value to the experience of volunteers and children in their match relationship; builds parental support for the match; deals effectively with diversity; demonstrates high degree of flexibility and adaptability.
• Priority Setting—Spends her/her time and the time of others on what' s important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus.
• Organizing—Marshals resources to get things done; orchestrates multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently, identifies informal and incomplete information in time to do something about it.
• Listening—Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out, can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees; understands child safety issues and is vigilant in recognizing signs of problems.
• Interpersonal Savvy—Relates well to all kinds of people; builds appropriate rapport; listens carefully to all points of view builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; capable of diffusing difficult situations comfortably; doesn't show frustration. Ability to mediate and create middle ground understanding.
• Approachability—Is easy to approach and talk to; spends the extra efforts to put others at ease; can be warm, pleasant and gracious; is sensitive to and patient with the needs and interests of others; builds rapport well; is a good listener.
• Commitment to Task – Willing and able to pursue goals with commitment and to take pride in accomplishment. Willing and able to take action to achieve goals and strives to exceed goals.
• Results/Outcome Oriented – Is motivated by results; can be counted on to meet and exceed goals successfully; bottom-line oriented; pushes self for results; sets clear objectives and measures; monitors process and progress.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred in related fields: Psychology, Sociology, Child Development, Education, or related fields along with significant life experience working with at-risk youth and low-income communities.
• Must be familiar with the Los Angeles area, community and public schools.
• Ability to work with youth from a variety of different backgrounds.
• Must be able to develop/maintain effective partnerships with community constituents, corporate executives, non-profit groups, and private individuals.
• Demonstrate solid experience in program coordination for 3-5 years
• Must have Customer/Client Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of fellow staff, volunteers, children, parents and agency partners.
• Must have a high level of organization and excellent time management skills.
• Must have excellent public speaking skills and written presentation skills.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including weekend and evenings.
• Must be willing and able to work with diverse populations
• Must have English/Spanish fluency.
• Must have transportation, valid CA driver's License, and evidence of automobile insurance.
• Must demonstrate advanced computer literacy with MS Office programs

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 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 frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend and drive. Job requires frequent verbal and computer communication. Computer, telephone and fax use are frequently required.

Working Location: Location is based on a percentage of where work time is spent. Indoors--85%. Travel (local) – 15% - job requires local travel to communities, corporations and educational institutions. Occasional out-of-state travel to applicable approved conferences.

Hours and Benefits: Full-time Exempt position (40+ hrs/week). Typical work schedule: Mon-Fri, 10am – 7:30pm, occasional evening and weekend work required. Benefits include PTO, medical, dental, Life, LTD and vision insurance and matching 403(b) participation.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles is an Equal Opportunity Employer

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@bbbsla.org

Youth Law Academy Program Coordinator, Centro Legal de la Raza, Oakland, CA

Youth Law Academy Program Coordinator

Posted on: July 1, 2013
Application deadline: July 25, 2013
Posted by: Centro Legal de la Raza

DESCRIPTION

The Youth Law Academy, a project of Centro Legal de la Raza (Centro Legal), seeks a highly qualified individual for the position of Program Coordinator. The successful candidate will be building on prior accomplishments and significantly improving and expanding the Youth Law Academy's programs, resources and support.

THE ORGANIZATION

Founded in 1969, Centro Legal is a comprehensive legal services agency focused on strengthening low-income and Latino families by providing free, bilingual, and culturally sensitive legal representation, education and advocacy. The mission of Centro Legal is to protect and expand the human and civil rights of low-income people, particularly monolingual Spanish-speaking immigrants throughout the East Bay region of Northern California.

THE YOUTH LAW ACADEMY

The Youth Law Academy is fostering the next generation of talented judges and lawyers from underrepresented and diverse backgrounds. Through leadership development, mentorships, academic support, scholarships, college preparation, and career guidance, the Youth Law Academy encourages and supports youth in pursuing academic excellence and educational and professional opportunities in the law.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Youth Law Academy (YLA) Program Coordinator reports to the YLA Program Director and provides administrative support for the YLA, primarily in the areas of student data tracking, financial aid education, teaching of curriculum, coordination of activities, and mentorship.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting with the planning and coordination of various events including financial aid education, Mock Trial, Swear-in Ceremony, YLA Retreat, SAT Test Prep course, mentor mixer, law office visits, and professional development series;
• Working with Program Director to recruit students to the Youth Law Academy by conducting outreach to local high school freshmen and presenting on the A-G course requirements;
• Working with Program Director to coordinate a team of mentors who include judges, attorneys, and college students;
• Assisting with Cash for College nights and community financial aid advising workshops;
• Tracking and managing student information including community service hours, personal profile, financial aid application progress, academic progress, and mentorship activities;
• Create culturally sensitive Individual Action Plans with students and parents;
• Coordinating and executing after-school programming for high school students. Programming includes Foundations in Law courses, Mock Trial exercises, life skills seminars, peer support, and leadership development; and
• Assisting students with problem solving and crisis management.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• BA degree;
• Bilingual Spanish-English preferred;
• Familiarity with Project-Based Learning methodology preferred;
• Familiarity with legal concepts preferred;
• Demonstrated minimum 1 year experience working with Financial Aid Advising to high school seniors and undergraduate students;
• Demonstrated minimum 1 year experience working with low-income urban youth;
• Experience working with a diverse client and staff population;
• Ability to bring strong, sustained energy and creativity to working with youth;
• Passion for YLA's mission;
• Ability to work independently with minimal to moderate supervision;
• Ability to work until 6:30pm during the weekday and occasional weekends;
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor with great interpersonal and communication skills; and
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Salary and Benefits: Salary starting at $36,000-$40,000, commensurate with experience, plus medical and dental benefits and a generous vacation and holiday package.

HOW TO APPLY

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until July 25, 2013. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Submit via email only: 1) cover letter, 2) resume, and 3) a list of three professional references to jobs@centrolegal.org. Place these words in the subject line "YLA Program Coordinator."

Contact Information:
Juan Vera, Youth Law Academy Program Director
Centro Legal de la Raza
3022 International Boulevard, Suite 410
Oakland, CA 94601
jobs@centrolegal.org
www.centrolegal.org

Centro Legal de la Raza is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited category. Centro Legal de la Raza is an affirmative action employer and strongly encourages women, people of color, immigrants, LGBTQ, older persons, persons with disabilities, and all qualified persons to apply.

Women's Health Program Specialist, American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists, Washington, DC

Women's Health Program Specialist

Posted on: May 24, 2013
Posted by: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

DESCRIPTION

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is a not-for-profit membership organization supporting over 57,000 members/physicians across the country. Our organization supports the nation's leading group of professionals providing health care for women. Located in S.W. Washington, DC, we provide a positive, supportive work environment, 35-hour work weeks, excellent benefits and so much more! Benefits include health and dental insurance, employer funded retirement plan, public transportation subsidy, use of the free on-site fitness center, and more! To learn more about our organization, please visit our Website at www.acog.org!

We are looking for a Program Specialist who will manage all aspects of one of our women's health programs focused on the quality of care in hospitals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive and guide requests through each stage of the program including: coordinating business agreements, effectively communicating data with the appropriate internal and external parties, processing and maintaining evaluations, copyediting, and providing administrative support.
• Update and maintain program materials and databases including forms, reference manuals, hospital code sheets, worksheets, and training resources.
• Support the committee by assisting in the development of the agenda, compiling agenda books, preparing reports and minutes, and implementing committee decisions.
• Assist in the recruitment of new members, nurses, medical writers, and other health care professionals as reviewers and plan/implement training sessions.
• Serve as the medical writer/team administrator as part of the review team on about two site visits per year as needed. Coordinate all site visit preparation with the hospital coordinator and medical records coordinator. Communicate with review team members in advance of site visit to ensure all site visit logistics have been confirmed. Accompany team on site and record all information that will be included in the final report and assist the team as they interview hospital members and conduct the chart review. Draft the site visit report with input from the review team and continue to coordinate the report editing process.
• Develop and implement marketing strategy, including creation of all marketing materials and coordination of booth exhibiting at association conferences.
• Develop working knowledge of the College's resources and guidelines. Become familiar with the College's publications in order to understand the College's guidelines for caring for women. Research health care sources to proactively gather relevant reference information to be included in the report.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor degree is required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, and experience with research, statistics, spreadsheets, and tables is essential. Experience with medical databases, such as Medline are also essential.
• Basic knowledge of accounting management, HTML/website management is required.
• Previous program management experience required. Medical association experience is desirable.
• Proficiency in MS Office including Word and Excel.
• Excellent written communication and editing skills while managing multiple projects;
• Must be able to work extended hours on planned meeting days (730am-830pm).
• The position requires travel 5% of the time, including some weekends.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to prepare boxes for shipping, file documents or store materials.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume online at:
https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1662521

IMPORTANT NOTE: The application system does not provide a specific place for you to upload/input your cover letter. Please remember to upload/paste your cover letter AND resume as one document.

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

Administrative Assistant: Adult Volunteer Development Department

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

DESCRIPTION

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

JOB SUMMARY

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

PRIMARY RESPONSBILITIES

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to:

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

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

South Counties Regional Director, Girl Scouts, DuPont, WA

South Counties Regional Director

Posted on: May 17, 2013
Posted by: Girl Scouts of Western Washington

DESCRIPTION

Girl Scouts of Western Washington is committed to building future leaders who are committed to making the world a better place. Given the opportunity, every girl can become a leader with the courage to act on her values, develop the ability to make clear decisions, and acquire the self- confidence to make a difference in the world around her. Girl Scouts provides these opportunities through fun, girl-driven programs, reflecting the ever-changing needs and interests of girls. In the model of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE), the activities we do in Girl Scouts and the way that we do them result in outcomes that empower girls to become leaders. Girls can participate in Girl Scouts in a number of ways: As part of a troop, attending a series of programs, events or even travel! Volunteers can support the development of these future leaders either directly or by supporting other volunteers.

Girl Scouts of Western Washington (www.girlscoutsww.org) is currently seeking a Regional Director to direct and oversee the implementation of an integrated strategy of regional programming, recruitment, volunteer support and retention for our members in a region that includes Pierce, Thurston, Cowlitz, Wahkiakum, Pacific and Lewis Counties. They oversee a cross-functional team that ensures that Girl Scouts is marketed and accessible to girls and adult volunteers. The Regional Director ensures that Girl Scouts offers fulfilling, fun, and flexible experiences for the diverse communities of girls and volunteers in their region.

This is a full-time, exempt position with an excellent health benefits package and generous paid leave.
Girl Scouts of Western Washington values diversity. Girl Scouts is a welcoming, inclusive organization. Girl Scouts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Primary

Responsible for leading a team that will ensure participating Girl Scouts experience quality program based on the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE). The program and quality should support the organization's strategic plan and program initiatives, and when possible link to National Program Portfolio, such as Journeys.
Responsible for implementing and overseeing the organization's recruitment plans and volunteer support to troops and other girl programs that achieves the annual goals in the region.
Direct the on-going development and delivery of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) regional programming to members; by utilizing community input and volunteer participation that strengthens girl centric programming that provides flexible options for participation.
Supervise assigned staff. Recruit, interview, hire, provide training, and development as appropriate, evaluate, counsel, provide conflict management and discipline as needed, and terminate if necessary. Provide regular one-on-one meetings with staff to ensure goal achievement and timely support to volunteers, conduct staff team meetings. Support staff retention and professional growth.
Actively collaborate with other departments. Engage in open-dialogue, continuous learning, and timely follow-up action.
Provide and ensure superior customer service is delivered through interactive and timely communication with internal and external customers, Girl Scout members and families, co-workers, and community members and contacts. One of the key measurements of successful Girl Scout customer service includes the timely placement of girls and volunteers into troops or other programs.
Create and manage the regional budget that supports the region's goals and work plans.
Direct, advise and coach staff in the managing of volunteer conflicts. Interceding to mediation, when required. Consult and update Vice President of Membership or others, as necessary.

Secondary

Assist Fund Development staff in the identification and cultivation of key volunteers, donors and corporations that strengthens community partnerships that are mission-aligned.
Place a high priority on building relationships within targeted communities, by becoming actively involved and knowledgeable of our diverse racial and ethnic communities. Support the development of cultural competency in staff.
In addition to the above, perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent education and work experience.
• Minimum three years' experience successfully managing or supporting volunteers in direct or indirect program delivery.
• Minimum four years' experience supervising employees.
• Demonstrated success working in cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of youth development strongly preferred.
• Experience in development and administration of budgets and work plans.
• Excellent customer experience/service skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary to be able to work with individuals at all levels and backgrounds.
• Demonstrated experience successfully working with a variety of racial and ethnic groups strongly preferred.
• Previous work experience utilizing conflict resolution skills.
• Availability to work varied hours, including nights and weekends, as necessary.
• Ability and willingness to work remotely or from a home office, on occasion.
• Skilled in Outlook, Word and Excel, and familiarity with Access or other database system.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritizes deadlines, work independently, take initiative, highly organized, and maintain confidentiality in a fast paced and challenging work environment.
• Valid Washington State driver's license, vehicle in working condition, proof of insurance, or the ability to fulfill timely and extensive travel requirements across widespread regional geography.
• Satisfactory results from criminal background search.
• Willingness to maintain membership in Girl Scouts.

About Girl Scouts of Western Washington
Girl Scouts is for every girl and we are committed to serving girls who face sometimes overwhelming obstacles through programs such as Girl Scouts Beyond Bars, serving the daughters of women in prison, Girl Scouts Fostering A Future, serving girls who are in foster care, Girl Scouting in the School Day meeting with girls in area elementary and middle schools and Skills For Life, serving girls in low income housing communities, many of whom are new to this country. We currently serve over 26,000 girls in partnership with nearly 13,000 volunteers throughout seventeen counties in western Washington. In addition to our headquarters, we operate field offices located in Bellevue, Bremerton, DuPont and Marysville, as well as six camp properties: Camp Lyle Mcleod and Camp St. Albans near Belfair, Camp Robbinswold on the Hood Canal, Camp Evergreen near Longview, Camp Klahanee near Hoquiam and Camp River Ranch, near Carnation.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to hr@girlscoutsww.org / the email address above indicating the position title, your last name and where you saw this posting in the subject line of your email.

Regional Director, Girl Scouts, Bellevue, WA

King County Regional Director

Posted on: May 17, 2013
Posted by: Girl Scouts of Western Washington

DESCRIPTION

Girl Scouts of Western Washington is committed to building future leaders who are committed to making the world a better place. Given the opportunity, every girl can become a leader with the courage to act on her values, develop the ability to make clear decisions, and acquire the self- confidence to make a difference in the world around her. Girl Scouts provides these opportunities through fun, girl-driven programs, reflecting the ever-changing needs and interests of girls. In the model of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE), the activities we do in Girl Scouts and the way that we do them result in outcomes that empower girls to become leaders. Girls can participate in Girl Scouts in a number of ways: As part of a troop, attending a series of programs, events or even travel! Volunteers can support the development of these future leaders either directly or by supporting other volunteers.

Girl Scouts of Western Washington (www.girlscoutsww.org) is currently seeking a Regional Director to direct and oversee the implementation of an integrated strategy of regional programming, recruitment, volunteer support and retention in King County. They oversee a cross-functional team that ensures that Girl Scouts is marketed and accessible to girls and adult volunteers. The Regional Director ensures that Girl Scouts offers fulfilling, fun, and flexible experiences for the diverse communities of girls and volunteers in King County.

This is a full-time, exempt position with an excellent health benefits package and generous paid leave.
Girl Scouts of Western Washington values diversity. Girl Scouts is a welcoming, inclusive organization. Girl Scouts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Primary

Responsible for leading a team that will ensure participating Girl Scouts experience quality program based on the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE). The program and quality should support the organization's strategic plan and program initiatives, and when possible link to National Program Portfolio, such as Journeys.
Responsible for implementing and overseeing the organization's recruitment plans and volunteer support to troops and other girl programs that achieves the annual goals in the region.
Direct the on-going development and delivery of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) regional programming to members; by utilizing community input and volunteer participation that strengthens girl centric programming that provides flexible options for participation.
Supervise assigned staff. Recruit, interview, hire, provide training, and development as appropriate, evaluate, counsel, provide conflict management and discipline as needed, and terminate if necessary. Provide regular one-on-one meetings with staff to ensure goal achievement and timely support to volunteers, conduct staff team meetings. Support staff retention and professional growth.
Actively collaborate with other departments. Engage in open-dialogue, continuous learning, and timely follow-up action.
Provide and ensure superior customer service is delivered through interactive and timely communication with internal and external customers, Girl Scout members and families, co-workers, and community members and contacts. One of the key measurements of successful Girl Scout customer service includes the timely placement of girls and volunteers into troops or other programs.
Create and manage the regional budget that supports the region's goals and work plans.
Direct, advise and coach staff in the managing of volunteer conflicts. Interceding to mediation, when required. Consult and update Vice President of Membership or others, as necessary.

Secondary

Assist Fund Development staff in the identification and cultivation of key volunteers, donors and corporations that strengthens community partnerships that are mission-aligned.
Place a high priority on building relationships within targeted communities, by becoming actively involved and knowledgeable of our diverse racial and ethnic communities. Support the development of cultural competency in staff.
In addition to the above, perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent education and work experience.
• Minimum three years' experience successfully managing or supporting volunteers in direct or indirect program delivery.
• Minimum four years' experience supervising employees.
• Demonstrated success working in cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of youth development strongly preferred.
• Experience in development and administration of budgets and work plans.
• Excellent customer experience/service skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary to be able to work with individuals at all levels and backgrounds.
• Demonstrated experience successfully working with a variety of racial and ethnic groups strongly preferred.
• Previous work experience utilizing conflict resolution skills.
• Availability to work varied hours, including nights and weekends, as necessary.
• Ability and willingness to work remotely or from a home office, on occasion.
• Skilled in Outlook, Word and Excel, and familiarity with Access or other database system.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritizes deadlines, work independently, take initiative, highly organized, and maintain confidentiality in a fast paced and challenging work environment.
• Valid Washington State driver's license, vehicle in working condition, proof of insurance, or the ability to fulfill timely and extensive travel requirements across widespread regional geography.
• Satisfactory results from criminal background search.
• Willingness to maintain membership in Girl Scouts.

About Girl Scouts of Western Washington
Girl Scouts is for every girl and we are committed to serving girls who face sometimes overwhelming obstacles through programs such as Girl Scouts Beyond Bars, serving the daughters of women in prison, Girl Scouts Fostering A Future, serving girls who are in foster care, Girl Scouting in the School Day meeting with girls in area elementary and middle schools and Skills For Life, serving girls in low income housing communities, many of whom are new to this country. We currently serve over 26,000 girls in partnership with nearly 13,000 volunteers throughout seventeen counties in western Washington. In addition to our headquarters, we operate field offices located in Bellevue, Bremerton, DuPont and Marysville, as well as six camp properties: Camp Lyle Mcleod and Camp St. Albans near Belfair, Camp Robbinswold on the Hood Canal, Camp Evergreen near Longview, Camp Klahanee near Hoquiam and Camp River Ranch, near Carnation.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to hr@girlscoutsww.org / the email address above indicating the position title, your last name and where you saw this posting in the subject line of your e-mail.

Student/Youth Organizer, Democratic Socialists of America, New York, NY

Student/Youth Organizer

Posted on: April 9, 2013
Application deadline: May 3, 2013
Posted by: Democratic Socialists of America

DESCRIPTION

Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), the largest socialist organization in the US, and an affiliate of the global Socialist International, seeks an organizer for its youth division, the Young Democratic Socialists (YDS). The position includes work for both DSA and for our affiliated 501(c)3, the Democratic Socialists of America Fund.

YDS is an organization of campus-based chapters and regionally-based groupings of younger (under 30) socialists who wish to develop a political and cultural space of their own, yet one that is an integral part of DSA. The organizer works out of DSA's national office in New York City and travels throughout the United States to speak to both new and experienced YDS campus chapters, as well as to independent progressive students interested in learning about democratic socialism.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organize an annual winter outreach conference and an annual summer conference for current members and chapters, in collaboration with the elected and volunteer leadership of Young Democratic socialists (YDS):
• Recruit new members and assist in the formation of new chapters of YDS
• Facilitate the ongoing political work of the members and chapters of YDS
• Provide staff support, especially leadership development, for YDS
• Represent YDS at conferences and meetings of other radical activists
• Participate in meetings of the DSA National Political Committee and serve as a liaison between YDS and DSA's locals and commissions
• Report to and assist DSA's National Director as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Be grounded in democratic socialist politics and history; general agreement with the positions and perspectives of YDS and DSA
• Experience organizing campus, labor, political, or community-based groups and events
• Excellent public speaking, communication, writing, and computer skills
• Strong time management skills and ability to use limited resources effectively
• Thorough understanding of academic settings, politics, and calendars at secondary and post-secondary levels
• Ability to work effectively with young people from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to feminist, anti-racist, and anti-heterosexist principles and action
• Willing and able to travel extensively around the United States on a moderate budget
• Available to start work in New York City by mid-June of 2013 (or earlier in June if possible).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Creativity
• Sense of humor
• Fund-raising experience
• Web design, HTML, database, and graphic design experience and skills
• Bilingual Spanish and English speaker

HOW TO APPLY

Email resume and statement of how your qualifications make you a good candidate for this position to: Maria Svart, National Director, DSA, msvart@dsausa.org. Please send attachments in Microsoft Word.

DSA is an equal opportunity employer.

Vice President for Member Relations & Programs, National Council for Research on Women, New York, NY

Vice President for Member Relations

Posted on: February 8, 2013
Posted by: National Council for Research on Women

OVERVIEW

NCRW is a network of leading university and community based research, policy, and advocacy centers with a growing global reach dedicated to advancing rights and opportunities for women and girls. We also have a Corporate Circle comprised of senior diversity professionals from leading U.S. and global member companies and a Presidents Circle of college and university leaders who share our commitment. NCRW harnesses the collective power of its network to provide knowledge, analysis, and thought leadership on issues ranging from reducing women's poverty to building a critical mass of women's leadership across sectors.

A key member of the NCRW senior management team (reporting to the President), the VP for Member Relations & Programs leads the Council's member relations initiatives and manages relationships with key constituents (Member Centers, Corporate Circle, and Presidents Circle members) to enhance the mission of NCRW and its programs. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker who can independently translate organizational vision into an effective member engagement strategy and conceptualize, develop, implement, and evaluate all NCRW programmatic events and projects in order to ensure that strategic goals are met.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish and maintain relationships with NCRW Member Centers, Corporate Circle, and Presidents Circle members to support the advancement of the organization's mission and strategic objectives and build networks across sectors and develop access to a broad range of relevant voices in order to effect change on a larger scale (this will require travel, in-person meetings, phone calls and attendance at off-site events and convenings).
• Create policies and procedures for the Member Relations & Programs department, including feedback mechanisms to maintain excellence in service delivery to NCRW members, and processes to ensure that member issues are quickly identified, rectified and utilized for improved policies for the future.
• Lead and direct all recruitment plans and strategies related to new members ensuring a comprehensive orientation strategy, sound justification and allocation of resources and the development of new services and activities that add value for members.
• Develop, implement and evaluate all aspects of a large national annual conference (content, outreach, recruitment, and logistics) and smaller regional and monthly events and webinars.
• Collaborate with the development team to secure foundation and government grants, including the development of program narratives and budgets.
• Serve as a principal representative of and spokesperson for NCRW with diverse stakeholders, including members, government officials, corporate partners, community organizations, media and the public.
• Maintain ongoing awareness of relevant trends, developments and issues relating to the advancement of women and girls, including the work and publications of NCRW's constituents, to ensure that all written work is authoritative and contemporary.
• Direct the development of content for print materials and electronic communications, translating the work of NCRW's members for public education purposes, and ensure all written work is timely, accurate, relevant and tailored to target audiences. Create and monitor production schedules to ensure timely production of print and digital publications. Work with External Relations to ensure effective and timely dissemination plan.
• Collaborate with External Relations to create a Speaker's Bureau.
• Oversee and manage the annual Member Center Awards process (outreach, application management, correspondence).
• Supervise staff and interns, oversee their professional development.
• Manage outside consultants and contractors.
• Provide support for relevant committees of the Board of Directors.
• Serve as an active part of NCRW's senior management team, and work to ensure the effective flow of communication within the NCRW's broad network.

QUALIFICATIONS

The VP for Member Relations & Programs will be a self-directed, proactive individual with superlative written and verbal communication skills. An effective listener with strong personal integrity, the incumbent will have superior strategic and tactical planning and organizational skills.

• A Masters degree in a relevant field (e.g. public policy, gender studies, sociology, nonprofit management)
• 8-12 years program management experience in roles of increasing responsibility and proven ability to develop and manage work plans and budgets.
• Large conference and event management experience and expertise in project management and development and implementation of production schedules.
• Excellent written and oral communication and coalition building skills with an ability to balance, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders; high level of knowledge and understanding, especially as it relates to program replication, connecting programs to funding, creatively generating other resources, and building strategic partnerships.
• A determination to solve complex problems with an eye on the details of those solutions.
• Ability and willingness to work in a diverse environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills and ability to network comfortably and effectively in both public and private sectors.
• Flexibility, patience, a willingness to take on multiple tasks, efficiency, a friendly disposition, sense of humor, and problem-solving skills.
• Interest and commitment to women's rights and feminist issues .
• Experience in a member organization preferred.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in (or ability/willingness to learn) software as needed e.g. Constant Contact, Donorperfect and various survey software tools.
• This position requires willingness to travel locally and nationally (33%); available for late evening and weekend work as necessary

The National Council for Research on Women is committed to women's full and equal participation in a just and inclusive world. The Council works to advance women's leadership across professional sectors and encourage the development of young women leaders, both in the US and globally. The Council reaches out assertively to diverse constituencies to promote human rights and international cooperation and understanding among women across differences of generation, race, ethnicity, nation, sexual orientation and perspective. The Council embraces the principle of women's rights as human rights and works with diverse organizations to project that understanding on the national and global landscape. The Council works affirmatively to maintain a diverse staff and Board. The National Council for Research on Womenconsiders all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability. NCRW is an equal opportunity employer.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit our job listings page a twww.ncrw.hiringthing.com to apply for this position. Applications will be reviewed only if they include a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (in Word or pdf format), two writing samples, and a list of 3-4 references. Given the anticipated interest in this position, it will be possible to respond only to those candidates who best match our needs. No phone calls please.