Resident Advisor, Anti-Recidivism Coalition, Los Angeles, CA

Resident Advisor

Posted on: February 5, 2015
Application deadline: February 23, 2015
Start date: March 2, 2015
Posted by: Anti-Recidivism Coalition

The Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) mission is to reduce incarceration, improve the outcomes of formerly incarcerated individuals, and to build healthier communities. ARC seeks to accomplish this mission in a three-fold approach: (1) to advocate for fair and just policies that: reduce crime, decrease the use of incarceration, and serve the needs and well-being of formerly incarcerated people; (2) to provide supportive services and resources to those affected by the criminal justice system that improves outcomes; and (3) to build healthier communities by returning motivated, mentally prepared, and high character men and women from incarceration to neighborhoods to serve as ambassadors for change. In brief, ARC is a support network, a connection to services and support, and an advocate for just and fair policies.

SUMMARY

The Resident Advisor (RA) lives on site at the Anti-Recidivism Coalition/Step Up (ARC-SU) Housing Program in Sylmar, CA. The program is designe to provide housing to ARC members enrolled in college.The RA is the liaison between the building administration/management and the ARC-SU Housing residents: ensuring that issues arising from the residents to building management and vise versa, are communicated properly and addressed as needed. The RA is also responsible for the day to day implementation of ARC-SU housing policies, procedures and programs that ensure a well-managed, supportive environment for all residents, interacting with residents, all ARC-SU staff, Mission College personnel and building management on a regular basis.

DUTIES

Primary duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Oversee implementation of all programming aspects of ARC-SU housing initiative in Sylmar, Ca.
• Coordinate and work with the Program Manager and Life Skills Coordinators on programming, implementation and overall environment of resident life.
• Instruct new and existing tenants on house rules, maintenance/tenant responsibilities of their unit, the common areas, laundry room and recreational room.
• Organize and attend regular tenant meetings and gatherings.
• Meet regularly with ARC-SU housing staff (LSC and Program Manager) to ensure needs and support of residents are being implemented and addressed with a restorative justice approach and in line with the mission of the program.
• Communicate actively with ARC-SU housing staff on quality of life issues relating to tenants.
• Communicate with assigned Los Angeles County Probation and Parole officers to ensure that all requirements of tenants is being met with the least amount of disruption to the general community of our housing management partners.
• Develop relationships with neighborhood businesses to support resident members in procuring employment.
• Responsible for all building/unit keys/codes, distribution and reclamation when necessary.
• Coordinate timely inspection of units and common areas to ensure that all policies and protocols of the program are being properly adhered to, reporting any issues to building management for resolution.
• Communicate all issues related to tenants, with ARC-SU housing staff for assistance in fair resolutions.
• Support Life Skills Coordinators in developing and implementing a supportive mentorship program within the ARC-SU housing community.
• Collaborate with Mission College, YPI, CIS and other community partners in developing and implementing supportive services and opportunities for ARC-SU housing residents.
• Actively communicate regularly with each ARC-SU housing resident in a mentoring capacity.
• Actively pursue and complete continuing educational opportunities related to the responsibilities of RA, including but not limited to; workshops and classes as recommended by the Program Manager and/or ARC-SU Executive staff.
• Must be on-call for emergencies

QUALIFICATIONS

Two-three years previous management/leadership experience working as a team and supportive leader. Knowledge and experience working with formerly incarcerated individuals in a re-entry capacity. Good communication skills, computer knowledge/skills. Ability to problem solve in a restorative justice/supportive capacity. RA must have valid drivers license, personal vehicle/registration/insurance. RA must have active cell phone.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your resume, cover letter, and a list of three references (with contact information) to the Membership Services Director:

Email (preferred): jobs@antirecidivism.org

Please include your name and position applying for in the subject line.

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Regular Mail:

Anti-Recidivisim Coalition

Case Manager/Member Services Department

448 S. Hill Street, Suite 908 Los Angeles, CA 90013

Program Attorney, National Network to End Domestic Violence, Washington, DC

Program Attorney

Posted on: October 31, 2014
Posted by: National Network to End Domestic Violence

The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) is a national organization dedicated to creating a social, political, and economic environment in which violence against women no longer exists. NNEDV seeks a Program Attorney to join WomensLaw (a project of NNEDV). WomensLaw maintains a growing website, WomensLaw.org, which is utilized by more than 1.4 million people annually. The Program Attorney will play an integral role in all WomensLaw activities, with a particular emphasis on creating legal information for the WomensLaw.org website; responding to inquiries on the Email Hotline; and maintaining a WomensLaw presence on social media outlets and through trainings and presentations.

This is a full-time exempt position that reports to the WomensLaw Legal Director. The Program Attorney will work in NNEDV's Washington, D.C. office. Some travel will be required.

Please note that the Program Attorney will not provide representation or work on specific legal cases, or give legal advice, solely legal information.**

RESPONSIBILITIES

WomensLaw.org Website

• Interpreting statutes and translating them into "plain language."
• Updating existing legal content and developing new content for the WomensLaw.org website.
• Working with other experts in the field to share information and create materials appropriate for WomensLaw.org users.
• Updating and maintaining legal and non-legal resource listings in Spanish and English.
• Assist in recruiting and supervising law student interns.

Email Hotline

• Answering emails received on our Email Hotline from victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and others.
• Assisting with management of law school student volunteers who answer emails weekly.
• Assisting in training/recruiting new law school volunteers to answer the Email Hotline.
• Expanding the Email Hotline volunteer base through creating a volunteer project at one or more additional law schools.

Social Media, Outreach, Workshops, and Presentations

• Leading workshops and/or creating presentations for community partners; performing outreach to publicize WomensLaw's services.
• Maintaining a presence on social media, making presentations in person and through webinars, and developing creative ways to let victims know about the ways WomensLaw can help them understand the laws and their legal recourse.
• Arranging and/or facilitating presentations at conferences throughout the United States.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Competitive salary. Benefits package includes medical, life and disability insurance, vacation, sick leave and 401(k) retirement program.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Ideal candidate will have between 1 to 3 years of litigation experience, representing domestic violence victims in civil protection order cases and other family law related matters
2. J.D. and Bar admission required (may be admitted in any state)
3. Must have prior experience working in, or a proven commitment to, domestic violence, sexual assault or related women's issues
4. Excellent writing, grammar, and communication skills
5. High level of attention to detail
6. Strong legal research or statutory analysis skills
7. Excellent interpersonal, networking and inter-cultural skills
8. Experience providing workshops and/or trainings preferred
9. Experience recruiting, managing and training volunteers preferred
10. Proficient in MS Office and Internet-literate
11. Ability to work collaboratively on a team as well as independently and
12. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

HOW TO APPLY

There are 4 required items to apply:

1. cover letter

2. resume

3. salary history and expectations

4. a 1-2 page writing sample showing your ability to succinctly and in plain-language summarize a complex legal issue or statute

Please email all 4 documents to Stacey Sarver, Esq., Legal Director of WomensLaw at WLjobs@nnedv.org (no mail or faxes please).

Program Associate, SPARK Movement, Brooklyn, NY

Program Associate

Posted on: October 31, 2014
Application deadline: November 14, 2014
Start date: November 17, 2014
Posted by: SPARK Movement

SPARK Movement (SPARK) is seeking a motivated, flexible Program Associate to join our team. Responsibilities include training, mentoring and supporting a diverse group of young feminists, online and on the ground, as activists, organizers, and leaders in the fight against the sexualization of girls.

SPARK is an intergenerational, "girl-fueled" activist movement working to end sexualization, a root cause of violence against women and girls. We are creating a cultural tipping point where sexualization is unacceptable, intolerable and unprofitable, while simultaneously building support for girls' healthy sexuality and overall well-being.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The main responsibility for this position is managing the SPARK Action Squad, an age, race, and gender-diverse group of girls and their allies who are passionate about supporting SPARK's campaigns while also growing and honing their own feminist and activist knowledge and experience. Managing the Action Squad includes, but isn't limited to:

• Moderating and engaging with the Action Squad's online community;
• Working closely with SPARKteam girl activists to develop and deliver trainings, book clubs, film screenings & discussions, and other activities with members of the Action Squad;
• Drafting and sending twice-monthly emails to Action Squad members detailing ways they can take action;
• Cultivating relationships with Action Squad members, including supporting and sharing Squadders' individual projects on SPARK's networks when they're aligned with our mission;
• Developing & implementing strategies for growing the Action Squad and expanding its reach and impact.

For your other tasks, we will expect you to:

• Help manage SPARK's social media outreach including Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, and Instagram;
• Edit blogs;
• Coordinate and help manage SPARK events, especially our annual, "in-person" 5-day training retreat;
• Advocate for SPARK in the media;
• Execute administrative work when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience, patience and passion for working with a diverse groups of girls;
• In-depth knowledge of issues surrounding feminism and sexualization, especially how sexualization intersects with race, gender, age, and sexuality;
• Experience and comfort using Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, and Instagram;
• Motivated self-starter: though we're seeking a New York City-based candidate, SPARK staff work mostly remotely, and our work with the SPARKteam and Action Squad are entirely remote—that means lots of flexibility, but also some serious self-motiviation;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Strong writing and editing skills ;
• Comfort communicating with different audiences, including teenagers, funders, activist partners and other diverse stakeholders.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply: send resume, writing sample for a teenage audience, and cover letter detailing your interest in SPARK Movement to Dana@sparksummit.com. Please no phone calls.

Program Officer, TechWomen, Institute of International Education, San Francisco, CA

Program Officer, TechWomen

Posted on: October 3, 30214
Posted by: Institute of International Education

TechWomen empowers, connects, and supports the next generation of women leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from Africa and the Middle East by providing them the access and opportunity needed to advance their careers, pursue their dreams, and inspire women and girls in their communities.

The Program Officer will support the TechWomen team in managing projects and leading communications efforts. This individual will lead and manage our communications strategy, with special focus on relaying the program's impact to stakeholders and a broader audience. The Program Officer will also manage and support M&E, draft State Department reports, and be the main point of contact for TechWomen participants. In this role, the Program Officer will also lead the effort in creating pre-departure materials to help the participants understand the objectives of the program and acclimate to the Bay Area. Work is carried out independently under general supervision.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Communications & Administration

•Work with the team to develop communications plan. Plan includes the creation and production of materials, presentations, social media planning, media relations and presentation development.

•Post to social media channels, write and edit blog posts and assist with website updates, as needed.

•Oversee Program Associate's social media plan implementation by reviewing posts and tweets and ensuring adherence to timeline and content.

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)

•Track and analyze program progress against key indicators and advise on areas of opportunity.

•Develop easy to use monitoring and data collection tools as necessary.

•Prepare impact reports and presentations for sponsors and general program updates.

•Draft and submit sponsor reports.

Participant and Program Management

•Lead and communicate with Selection Committee members, organize committees, review and prepare materials and applications, facilitate committees and prepare lists for US Embassies in 21 countries.

•Support TechWomen participants in preparation for their time in the US and as needed post-program. This includes email communications, webinars, pre-departure and orientation materials and preparations.

•Conduct outreach in 21 countries to recruit new program applicants. This includes social media outreach planning, email communications, identifying and communicating with outreach partners in Africa, Central Asia and the Middle East. Create region and country specific outreach materials and manage translation projects, as needed.

•Responsible for complying with applicable contract and sponsor requirements and following all IIE policies and procedures.

•Perform other related duties and functions as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

•Undergraduate degree in related field, and at least 2 years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

•Program management experience including budgeting, maintaining client relationships, and delegating tasks and responsibilities in a complex, deadline-oriented environment preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILTIES

•Experience working on projects involving complex details requiring well-developed organizational, time-management and administrative skills.

•Proven experience with web-based and social media platforms.
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.

•Ability to read and interpret documents such as contracts, policy and procedure manuals and write complex reports and correspondence.

•Ability to interact with all levels of staff and external contacts; sensitive to cultural differences when working with people from other cultures; and ability to exercise discretion on confidential matters and to demonstrate sound judgment in consulting with and keeping others informed.

•Ability to easily adapt to changing organizational needs and a fast-paced work environment; work independently without close supervision and as part of a team.

•High level of job-focused multi-tasking skills and ability to perform under pressure of deadlines.

•Ability to compare and evaluate possible courses of action and recommend or decide appropriate course of action.

•Proficiency in related language other than English preferred.
•Proficiency with MS Office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.

•Willingness and availability to travel within the United States and internationally

Work Environment and Physical Demands: Essential functions are typically performed in an office setting with a low level of noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at https://iie.hua.hrsmart.com/hrsmart/ats/Posting/view/1174

President's Assistant & Press Coordinator, National Organization for Women, Washington, DC

President's Assistant & Press Coordinator

Posted on: July 21, 2014
Application deadline: July 27, 2014
Posted by: National Organization for Women

The President's Assistant is responsible for supporting the functions of the office of the President. This position requires excellent time management skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively across different mediums. The primary functions of this role are administrative, and require the maintenance and management of the President's schedule, making travel arrangements, handling all correspondence and processing expense reimbursements. Additionally, the President's Assistant will also serve as NOW's Press Coordinator, handling all incoming press requests and managing the logistics of press appearances. As the representative of the office of the President, the President's Assistant must be committed to providing a positive experience for potential partners and external parties by being courteous and accommodating through in-person, phone and written communication.

RESPONSBILITIES

Administrative (40%)

• Maintain the President's calendar by scheduling meetings, coordinating internal and external requests, and making travel arrangements;
• Ensure that chapter and state NOW activists are informed of the President's travel to their communities and coordinate onsite meetings with them;
• Handle all of the President's phone and paper mail correspondence and expense reimbursement reports;
• Make copies, scan and send, and file documents;
• Assist with project management, including preparing materials for the financial audit and direct mail and fundraising vendors;
• Coordinate Executive Committee communication.

Press Coordination (30%)

• Screen and review press and media requests;
• Arrange all scheduling and logistics for press appearances;
• Coordinate with the Communications team and consultant to track media requests and exposure;
• Compile research on interview topics;
• Facilitate relationships between local chapters and local media, when necessary.

Internship Program (15%)

• Coordinates the NOW Internship program which includes: promoting internships, managing the intern application and selection process, and serving as overall internship coordinator for the office.

National Board (10%)

• Assist with forging positive relationships with board members;
• Staff board meetings and assist with logistics, including travel information;
• Take minutes during board meetings.

Data Entry (5%)

• Assist Membership and Field departments with updating the internal database, processing receipts and requests from members.

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-year Associate's Degree in business or nonprofit administration, or previous experience staffing an executive level manager
• Commitment to NOW's mission, purpose and values; knowledge of NOW's structure and involvement in feminist issues a real plus
• Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines, work under pressure, handle simultaneous assignments and work within a team setting

Salary and benefits

Salary based on experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid sick days and generous holiday & vacation policies.

Location: National NOW Action Center, 1100 H Street NW, Suite 300, Washington, D.C. (one block from Metro Center). This is an in-house, full-time position in our Washington, D.C., office so please be local to D.C. or willing to relocate. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications will not be considered without all requested information. Please e-mail resume, cover letter stating why you want to work for NOW, one-page writing sample and salary requirement to jobs@now.org. Subject line should read: Application for President's Assistant – Your Full Name. No phone calls please.

President's Assistant, National Organization for Women, Washington, DC

President's Assistant

Posted on: August 28, 2013
Application deadline: September 5, 2013
Posted by: National Organization for Women

ABOUT THE POSITION

The President's Assistant is responsible for supporting the functions of the office of the President. This position requires excellent time management skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively across different mediums. The primary functions of this role are administrative, and require the maintenance and management of the President's schedule, making travel arrangements, handling all correspondence and processing expense reimbursements. As the representative of the office of the President, the President's Assistant must be committed to providing a positive experience for potential partners and external parties by being courteous and accommodating through in-person, phone and written communication.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative (70%)

• Maintain the President's calendar by scheduling meetings, coordinating internal and external requests, and making travel arrangements
• Handle all of the President's phone and paper mail correspondence and expense reimbursement reports
• Make copies, scan and send, and file documents
• Assist with project management, including preparing materials for the financial audit and direct mail and fundraising vendors
• Coordinate Executive Committee communication

National Board (10%)

• Assist with forging positive relationships with board members
• Staff board meetings and assist with logistics, including travel information
• Take minutes during board meetings

Data Entry (20%)

• Assist Membership and Field departments with updating the internal database, processing receipts and requests from members

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-year Associate's Degree in business or nonprofit administration, or previous experience staffing an executive level manager
• Commitment to NOW's mission, purpose and values; knowledge of NOW's structure and involvement in feminist issues a real plus
• Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines, work under pressure, handle simultaneous assignments and work within a team setting

Location: National NOW Action Center, 1100 H Street NW, Suite 300, Washington, D.C. (one block from Metro Center). This is an in-house, full-time position in our Washington, D.C., office so please be local to D.C. or willing to relocate. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications will not be considered without all requested information. Please e-mail resume, cover letter stating why you want to work for NOW, one-page writing sample and salary requirement to vpmember@now.org. Subject line should read: Application for President's Assistant – Your Full Name. No phone calls please.

Senior Attorney for Judicial Strategy, Center for Reproductive Rights, New York, NY

Senior Attorney for Judicial Strategy

Posted on: August 13, 2013
Application deadline: September 12, 2013
Posted by: Center for Reproductive Rights

CENTER BACKGROUND

The Center for Reproductive Rights (the "Center"), a global human rights organization founded in 1992 with expertise in constitutional and international law, seeks a Senior Attorney for Judicial Strategy for the U.S. Legal Program, to be based in its New York City headquarters. This new position will play a major role in the Center's aggressive campaign to restore robust constitutional and legal protection for reproductive rights throughout the U.S.

The Senior Attorney for Judicial Strategy will join the team of an innovative and cutting-edge organization committed to promoting the equality, reproductive health, and self-determination of women throughout the world. National-level courts, regional human rights courts, and United Nations bodies have increasingly recognized that a woman's right to reproductive autonomy and reproductive healthcare are basic human rights that must be protected. The Center for Reproductive Rights has played a key role in these groundbreaking victories and works with attorneys and advocates in the U.S., Latin America, Africa, Asia, and Europe. The Center's groundbreaking litigation and advocacy has transformed how reproductive rights are understood by courts, governments, and human rights bodies, and its undivided focus on reproductive rights has given it unparalleled expertise in the use of constitutional, international and comparative human rights law to hold governments accountable for failing to ensure women's access to critical reproductive healthcare services.

In the U.S. Legal Program, the Center's preeminent litigation team has helped millions of women and their families by striking down abortion bans and other access restrictions, securing government insurance coverage for abortions, and protecting teens' access to emergency contraception and confidential reproductive healthcare services and information. During the past 21 years, Center attorneys have been counsel in virtually every major U.S. Supreme Court case about reproductive rights. The Center's complementary legislative advocacy initiatives and strategies have helped local advocates fight restrictive abortion legislation in over 25 states as well as promote reproductive rights and access to health care for millions of women. Through our human rights advocacy, the Center has been able to foster the integration and adoption of human rights principles in the domestic sphere while systematically norm-building and elevating local reproductive health issues within international treaty monitoring bodies and partner organizations. The Center's Law School Initiative – launched in 2008 – promotes legal scholarship and teaching on reproductive health and human rights to shape the thinking of the next generation of lawyers, judges, and policymakers.

THE POSITION
 
The Senior Attorney for Judicial Strategy will be joining the Center at an exciting time for the institution and at a critical time for reproductive rights globally. As opponents of women's rights are mounting a scorched-earth campaign to turn back decades of hard-won progress, the Center is fighting back with short-, medium-, and long-term strategies, embodied in a new strategic plan launched in 2012, which includes a particular focus on reversing the erosion of reproductive rights protections across the U.S. and establishing the right to affordable reproductive healthcare in the U.S. A key component of our strategic plan is to restore heightened protections for abortion rights, as promised to American women in the landmark decision of Roe v. Wade (1973). We have recently received a grant that allows us to scale up for high impact for this effort, in which the Senior Attorney will play a key role.

Over the next four years, we will implement a focused campaign to influence court doctrine on access to abortion services. This campaign will include development of the theoretical foundation, empirical data, and powerful allies needed to move the jurisprudence. Our continued litigation in the courts will be strengthened by systematically building new allies and support among elite institutional players that influence the federal courts, including legal academics, the bar, the legal press, professional organizations, and think tanks, and by promoting a national narrative about these state attacks that gets away from the conversation about the merits of the individual laws the anti-choice forces are passing to a broader story about what is at stake for women both in the facts on the ground and the implications for their dignity and respect under our Constitution. This work will be managed by the Special Counsel & Director of Judicial Strategy and integrated with work of new and existing staff within the Center's U.S. Legal Program and Communications Program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Attorney for Judicial Strategy's main responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to the development of the Center's strategies for development of legal theories and engagement of key influencers in order to change the jurisprudential landscape
• Developing and sustaining strategic relationships with key influencers (including key government actors, legal media, legal academics, think tanks, and professional organizations)
• Collaborating with Director of Pro Bono Services and other Center staff to engage members of the private bar in work advancing the Center's strategies
• Developing, drafting, and eliciting participation by key influencers in opinion pieces, blogs and other materials for placement in legal media, in collaboration with Center communications staff
• Implementing strategies to develop and enlist amicus support for our desired changes in legal doctrine
• Creating white papers and other materials to advance and support favorable legal theories and jurisprudential changes
• Engaging in legal and factual research and overseeing others in their research
• Providing strategic and practical support for litigation undertaken to move the jurisprudence
• Representing the Center externally through public speaking, participation in conferences and coalition meetings, with media, and with funders
• Assuming additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• JD degree
• Minimum of 5 years legal experience (but 7 or more strongly preferred), including some litigation experience
• Creative and strategic thinker with good judgment and excellent legal analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills and track record of effectively working collaboratively within an organization and with external partners
• A high level of energy, self-confidence, initiative, and follow-through; ability to recognize and act on opportunities in a fast-paced environment
• Principled, ethical, professional, and committed to exceptional work quality and standards
• Strong commitment to the Center's mission, purpose, and values
• Experience with reproductive rights issues and/or with constitutional issues is a strong plus; experience with other issues relating to human rights, civil rights or racial and social justice is a plus
• Must be available for some travel

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and contact information for three references (email preferred) to: resumes@reprorights.org. Please indicate "Senior Attorney for Judicial Strategy", [your last name] and Code 196" in the subject line. The cover letter, resume, writing sample, and reference information should be sent as attachments. Please mention in your cover letter where you saw this opportunity.

Center for Reproductive Rights
Attn.: Senior Attorney for Judicial Strategy - Code 196
120 Wall Street, 14th Floor
New York, NY 10005

Operations Coordinator, Center on Halsted, Chicago, IL

Operations Coordinator

Posted on: August 8, 2013
Posted by: Center on Halsted

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Be a proactive member of the operations team at Center on Halsted (COH), the largest Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) Community Center in the Midwest. Ensure that the daily activities, events and meetings of the Center run smoothly. Identify, resolve and effectively communicate foreseeable operational problems, particularly infrastructural issues. Assist with the setup of events, including assisting with arranging furniture, checking out equipment and setting up AV systems. Respond to hostile clients and emergencies. Demonstrate cultural competency when interacting with members of the LGBTQ community. When needed, effectively converse with other staff in order to ensure that programs and services are successful. Monitor the performance of and coach the contracted cleaning company, reception, and contracted security. Promptly complete assigned daily activities and directives. Prioritize projects. As needed, complete required paperwork.

JOB DUTIES

Building Maintenance and Routine Duties:

• Inspect and maintain the overall appearance of the building and grounds; ensure that the building is clean and safe at all times; provide direction as needed to reception
• Regularly visit the public spaces in the building; address security, cleaning and maintenance issues as they arise; report any such issues in the required daily report
• Complete morning and closing checklists and other assigned projects; return completed checklist forms to the Director of Operations
• Monitor the performance of the contracted cleaning company and coach as needed
• When necessary, conduct minor fixes and repairs to damaged areas throughout building and grounds, including some relevant equipment at COH
• As needed, setup and conduct post-cleanup for scheduled venues at COH, such duties can include the following: deliver refreshments and food; setup and take-down of bars; move, arrange, and/or remove furniture; setup and take down of AV equipment; general cleaning duties; review of inventory of items used for event; inspect the space of the event for damaged areas; organize and clean areas, etc.
• Learn and then, demonstrate how to setup and use AV equipment, theatre equipment, gym equipment, and technology including ability to setup laptops, transfer computer files as well as building tasks, e.g. maintaining the gray water system; ability to work without supervision is essential; when necessary, train other staff on these tasks

Communication Duties:

• Maintain positive communications with other COH personnel and individuals and/or their respective organizations; ensure successful communication with other invested stakeholders, such as individuals/organizations that are interested in renting space at COH
• As needed, evaluate, prioritize, respond to, and follow-up with the requests of relevant stakeholders so as to (1) ensure successful customer satisfaction, and (2) ensure that all relevant policies at COH are adhered to
• Communicate relevant problems, particularly infrastructural problems, to other operational staff (such communication will include sending effective emails and by noting them on a "punch list"); as appropriate, take corrective actions to address such problems
• When necessary, communicate with the contracted cleaning company's administrative designee(s) and/or staff members, along with the operations staff at COH, in order to address and resolve any problems as they relate to the provision of successful cleaning services
• Communicate to staff and the patrons at COH relevant policies

Duties Related to Responding to Critical Incidents:

• As they occur, respond to hostile clients and/or other emergencies; at times, participate in mediation meetings with suspended individuals; coach new security staff and ensure expectations are met
• Be knowledgeable about general building systems and precautions (plumbing, fire, mechanical and electric); when necessary, execute and lead building evacuation procedures
• Ensure Center clients and patrons adhere to the Center's Code of Conduct policy

WORK WEEK

This part time position offers between 22.5 and 30 hours a week. Normally shifts are 7 ½ hours in length, either opening from 8a-3p or closing from 3p-10p but may vary depending on our needs. Flexibility is critical as we have needs for daytime, nighttime, and weekend shifts. This position is generally scheduled for 3 or 4 days weekly, contingent on needs.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Action Oriented – enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even when limited information is available; not afraid to take charge of a situation;
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and commitment to the mission of Center on Halsted
• Flexible and able to multi-task; can work in ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while making sure that the objectives for the day are achieved
• Lesbian, gay bisexual, transgender sensitivity; should be able to act in a culturally competent manner when interacting with diverse clientele
• Strong written and Oral Communication skills – ability to identify and communicate problems when necessary
• Ability to lift no more than 50 pounds required; position frequently requires lifting or carrying objects that weigh up to 25 pounds
• Handyman skills strongly preferred

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not a comprehensive list of all of the possible job-related responsibilities, tasks and duties that are required of this position, and further, Center on Halsted reserves the right to change as it sees fit any and all of the employee's responsibilities, tasks and duties.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply by email with the subject Operations Coordinator. Email resume, cover letter, and salary history/salary range expectations to: HR Department, careers@centeronhalsted.org. No calls please.

In your cover letter, address the following questions:

1. Tell me about a time when you successfully dealt with feelings of stress at work.

1. What is your approach to engaging individuals that are not following the rules?

1. Please describe a time when you took a proactive approach and led a successful big or small project.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Center on Halsted hires the most qualified candidates without regard to any person's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, military discharge status or source of income.

Member Associate, NARAL Pro-Choice America, Washington, DC

Member Associate

Posted on: July 22, 2013
Posted by: NARAL Pro-Choice America

DESCRIPTION

The Membership Associate is responsible for the day-to-day administrative support of the membership program. The person in this position will serve as the main point of contact for NARAL Pro-Choice America members each day. She/he is responsible for the daily tracking of all membership revenue, as well as the management of the sustainer and acknowledgement programs. The Membership Associate is also responsible for performing various database operations for the membership program and providing administrative support for the workplace giving and planned giving programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Addresses member service concerns via phone, email and mail, ensuring any necessary follow-up.
• Processes membership donations and tracks all revenue from the membership program on a daily basis.
• Processes and tracks all membership invoices, postage requests, check requests and purchase orders.
• Manages administrative aspects of the online program, including the creation and implementation of source codes, and the creation and maintenance of online donation forms.
• Oversees acknowledgement program, including oversight of outside vendor and regular updates of acknowledgment copy.
• Oversees day-to-day operations of the sustainer program.
• Performs various database tasks for the membership program, including but not limited to telemarketing credit card uploads, source code uploads, and end-of-campaign telemarketing uploads.
• Attends all membership strategy and implementation meetings.
• Provides administrative and data support for the workplace giving and planned giving programs.
• Assists Deputy Director for Membership with PAC FEC reporting as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree required
• 1-2 years nonprofit, membership relevant experience preferred.
• 1-2 years of database experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Excel and Word software required.
• Knowledge of eCRM systems, especially Convio preferred.
• Must be able to utilize databases and organize complex records.
• Knowledge of diverse groups, working with a multicultural workforce and sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural differences is required.
• Clear understanding of and commitment to NARAL Pro-Choice America's mission and goals.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, send resume and cover letter to:

NARAL Pro-Choice America

Human Resources

1156 15^th Street, N.W., Suite 700

Washington, DC 20005

Fax: (202) 973-3096

Email: resumes@prochoiceamerica.org

NARAL Pro-Choice America is an equal opportunity employer.

Male Violence Prevention Counselor, Sarah's Inn, Oak Park, IL

Male Violence Prevention Counselor

Posted on: July 22, 2013
Application deadline: August 22, 2013
Posted by: Sarah's Inn

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Sarah's Inn, an innovative, dynamic, and effective domestic violence agency, is looking for a creative individual to serve on its violence prevention team. The Violence Prevention Program is on the cutting-edge of prevention efforts in the state of Illinois. Team members are involved at multiple levels of various regional and statewide coalitions and have opportunities to advance prevention research and develop original, inventive pilot programming available to schools across the state.

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, will look forward to developing and refining skills in public speaking and group facilitation, and will be able to trouble-shoot on the fly while maintaining a go-with-the-flow positive attitude. He or she will be a self-starter who is comfortable working independently and collaboratively, will be capable of multi-tasking and remaining organized in a fast-paced environment, and will be invested in expanding programming to ensure adolescents develop healthy attitudes about themselves and their relationships.

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides regular facilitation of 9-week prevention and self-defense workshops for boys in local high schools; implements, evaluates, and collects data for the agency's high school prevention initiatives;

EDUCATION

Master's degree in social work for an accredited college or university; must be license-eligible if not licensed

EXPERIENCE

Experience working with adolescents, a background in education orpsychology, classroom management or teaching experience, proficiency in curriculum development, academic research, and/or marketing, fluency in Spanish, reliable transportation

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Organize and facilitate the agency's violence prevention programming at local high schools during the school year; maintain organizational relationships with current school partners

2.Obtain R.A.D. and R.A.D. for Men self-defense certification and facilitate self-defense classes as required by violence prevention curricula

3.Coordinate the evaluation of the agency's high school curricula in cooperation with Carnegie Mellon staff; consistently and accurately track student demographic information and program fidelity; maintain orderly records of evaluation materials

4.Assist in the expansion of high school prevention curricula to new school partners by organizing and facilitating workshops, arranging reliable transportation, building new relationships with partners, and communicating successes and challenges to the Prevention Program Director

5.Develop and revise prevention curricula and corresponding outreach and promotional materials, including program rationales, instructor guides, and training materials; incorporate new research findings and current events as appropriate

6.Coordinate Leadership Development Initiative; maintain paperwork and communication with 8-12 adolescent volunteers; facilitate weekly or bi-monthly evening meetings; recruit and interview new volunteers as necessary

7.Provide basic support and referrals as appropriate to adolescent clients electronically via the Teen Text Line, website, email, and Facebook; provide crisis-line oversight as required by agency staff

8.Participate in the ongoing development of cohesive, effective and efficient teams throughout the organization; become certified and facilitate middle school programming to support Prevention Program team as necessary

SKILLS

This position requires mid-level proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

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 regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Additionally, the employee must be physically capable of participating in, and facilitating, R.A.D and R.A.D for Men self-defense classes which require various physical techniques as described by R.A.D. Systems.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should send salary history, cover letter and resume to employment@sarahsinn.org

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

Program Director of Latin America and Caribbean

Posted on: July 3, 2013

Posted by: Global Fund for Women

JOB SUMMARY

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

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

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

Regional Focal Point and Integrator:

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

Regional Strategy and Impact

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

Strategic Regional Partnerships

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

Regional Fundraising

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

Learning, Monitoring and Evaluation

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

GFW's Regional Presence

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

Capacity Building

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

Organizational Responsibilities

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

Other Duties

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

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Internal Relationships

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

External Relationships

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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

START DATE AND COMPENSATION

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

HOW TO APPLY

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

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

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