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

Child Care Site Supervisor

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

Position: Child Care Site Supervisor

Department: Education and Empowerment

Accountable to: Jenniee Man, Child Care Director

Classification: Exempt, Salaried, management

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Accountability Framework

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

Purpose of Position

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

A YWCA Child Care Site Supervisor must not fail to:

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

Competencies

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

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Client Service:

Child-related responsibilities:

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

• Provides positive reinforcement and encouragement for children.

• Disciplines children in a fair and positive manner.

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

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

Parent-Related Responsibilities:

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

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

• Greets and treats each parent with professionalism.

Standards of Performance:

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

Program Administration:

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

Budget:

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

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

- Purchasing center supplies.

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

Marketing:

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

- Anticipating enrollment patterns and conducting marketing to maintain enrollment.

- Writing and distributing and monthly parent newsletter.

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

- Conducting center tours.

Enrollment:

- Maintaining a current waiting list.

- Conducting parent orientations.

- Enrolling children.

- Maintaining complete enrollment records for all children.

Environment:

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

- Maintaining appropriate materials and equipment to conduct program.

- Conducting annual inventory and developing annual purchasing plans.

- Maintaining center cleanliness and maintenance.

Program:

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

- Working directly with children as needed.

- Supervising center staff in delivery of child care services.

- Maintaining center health and safety procedures.

- Maintaining appropriate child management techniques.

- Conducting annual evaluation of program.

Staff:

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

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

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

- Scheduling staff to meet YWCA and licensing requirements.

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

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

- Completing required documentation for all staff.

Customer Service:

- Communicating regularly and effectively with parents.

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

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

- Providing information on additional resources that may assist families.

Parent Involvement:

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

Professional Leadership:

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

Standards of Performance:

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

Additional Duties:

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

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

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Infant:

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

Preschool: 

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

School Age: 

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

Willingness to become certified in First Aid and CPR

Desirable Qualifications:

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

Working Conditions:

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

Special Conditions of Employment-Employee must have:

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

HOW TO APPLY

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

Spring 2015 Intern, Women Make Movies, New York, NY

Spring 2015 Intern

Posted on: November 12, 2014
Application deadline: December 10, 2014
Posted by: Women Make Movies

Established in 1972 to address the under representation and misrepresentation of women in the media industry, Women Make Movies is a multicultural, multiracial, non-profit media arts organization which facilitates the production, promotion, distribution and exhibition of independent films and videotapes by and about women. The organization provides services to both users and makers of film and video programs, with a special emphasis on supporting work by women of color. Women Make Movies facilitates the development of feminist media through an internationally recognized Distribution Service and a Production Assistance Program.

Internships are available for Spring 2015 term in:

• Marketing/Publicity

• Production Assistance/Fiscal Sponsorship

• Distribution

• Administration

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

All WMM internship positions are unpaid. However, interns qualify for and have access to a number of services and benefits:

• Local travel reimbursement

• Free workshop attendance

• Free access to screen titles from the Women Make Movies collection

• College or University course credit

The ideal candidate will be studying film production or cinema studies and have an interest in human rights/social justice. We are looking for interns to start in early February and continue through May.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate excellent communication skills; strong organizational skills; the ability to multi-task, work independently and work well under pressure; and will take initiative. Familiarity with Internet research, Windows XP and the Microsoft Office Suite necessary. Knowledge of and interest in feminist media a plus.

HOW TO APPLY

All candidates must submit an Internship Application form, resume, and references.

Internship application found here: http://www.wmm.com/about/jobs.shtml#internship

Recruitment and Outreach Specialist, LGBT Health Research, Fenway Community Health Center, Boston, MA

Recruitment and Outreach Specialist - LGBT Health Research

Posted on: October 31, 2014
Posted by: Fenway Community Health Center

The Fenway Institute is the nation's leading center for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender research and evaluation, training and education and policy and advocacy. The Institute conducts a wide range of studies on such topics as HIV risk reduction and prevention, drug treatment trials efficacy, substance abuse recovery and hepatitis transmission. The following position is available at the Institute within Fenway Health:

Recruitment and Outreach Specialist [Job ID #633]

Note: Must be available to work nights and weekends

The Recruitment and Outreach Specialist will develop and implement marketing, communication and recruitment plans that reflect the Fenway Institute's research needs with an ultimate goal of community education, participant recruitment, interdepartmental collaboration and research promotion.

DUTIES

• identifying and conducting outreach and education in community spaces where recruitment, research and services can effectively be promoted
• establishing and maintaining positive relationships with community stakeholders
• developing and implementing digital marketing and social media recruitment strategies that reflect institute research needs
• collaborating interdepartmentally on community outreach and educational efforts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• assisting in navigation of participants through initial stages of research participation process, by conducting protocol specific prescreening activities
• tracking and regularly presenting progress, process improvements and challenges in recruitment meetings
• assisting in retention efforts for enrolled participants
• supporting participants with navigation in the health care and social service system
• working with clients and organizations to get them access to appropriate care/services.

This position will be the lead recruiter for a home-based HIV testing study targeting men who have sex with men and transgender women.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required
• Previous recruitment, community education or outreach experience highly desired
• Demonstrated cultural competency in relation to LGBTQ communities
• Experience working with ethnically and racially diverse communities
• Experience working with HIV/AIDS education and/or service organizations
• Excellent written and verbal skills, and ability to meet deadlines within a team environment
• Experience conducting presentations in a variety of contexts
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
• Experience working with an ethnically, culturally, and racially diverse work staff preferred
• Ability to work independently and with a team; a self-starter personality is required
• Ability to work harmoniously with diverse groups of individuals required

Fenway Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Fenway Health is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation or identification, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work-related factors.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send a resume and cover-letter to employment@fenwayhealth.org

Note: Applications or resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. When applying for this position, please reference the job title and job ID #633

Communications Specialist, Girl Scouts Heart of NJ, Westfield, NJ

Communications Specialist

Posted on: October 27, 2014
Posted by: Girl Scouts Heart of NJ

The Communication Specialist supports the marketing and communication efforts of this entire non-profit organization, with a focus on branding, communication, public relations and the development of content messaging that is consistent with an national brand/communication strategy. This position reports directly to senior level management and key areas of responsibilities include writing, website and social media management, and graphic design.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing marking/content development process by preparing objectives and managing schedules from multi-disciplinary teams.
• Developing brand strategies, consistent with international standards, and advises brand.
• Collaborates with all internal departments in areas of sales, editorial, marketing, and design.
• Conducts research and identifies/tracks trends in non-profit and for-profit industry and keeps abreast of trends in communications, brand initiatives, web content and social media.
• Works with senior level management to develop brand related positioning and messaging to inform the creative process for all audiences.
• Develops interactive marketing projects that integrate mixed media plans.
• Media contact coordination, support, and networking.
• Designs flyers, brochures, catalogues and reports.
• Supports the dissemination of news to various constituencies.
• Maintains the organizations website.
• Assists with monitoring of all communication platforms and the production of monthly reports.
• Additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Superior organizational skills and time management.
• Project management experience-familiarity with Project Manager a plus.
• Excellent computer skills. Core competencies include: Microsoft and Adobe Suites.
• Experience writing press releases/articles/web content.
• Graphic design experience.
• Bachelors Degree in communications, marketing, public relations or equivalent experience required.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit http://www.gshnj.org/?p=careers&career_id=74

Events Program Manager, Step Up, Los Angeles, CA

Events Program Manager

Posted on: October 6, 2014
Start date: November 3, 2014
Posted by: Step Up

POSITION SUMMARY

Step Up's events are crucial to the overall success of the organization and serve many purposes– they are tools for engaging and stewarding our members and donors, a means to amplify our message in the community and in the media, a way to bring our members and teens together for mutual mentorship, and a tool for our supporters to network with each other. Through the strategic use of social media, e-communications, and outside-the-box methods, Step Up is constantly striving to stretch our reach and engage new supporters through these events. The Events Manager plays a vital role not only in the successful execution of Step Up's events, but also in widening and strengthening Step Up's network of supporters. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic professional with a love for and experience in planning, executing and marketing events and for messaging the impact and work of Step Up through events and programs for both teens and members.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Event Planning & Production Management

• Collaborate with local and national team to plan and execute approximately 40 meetings and events per year (executing programs that inspire women to inspire girls, that bring women and girls together for mutual mentorship, that raise funds to support Step Up's mission)
• Collaborate with local team members to ensure each event aligns with the organization's mission and plan for the year as well as represents Step Up's brand appropriately
• Work in unison with local and national team members designing each event's programming to plan effectively and achieve high quality by creating event timelines and managing task lists
• Coordinate with the events managers in Chicago and New York to develop best practices in executing Step Up events as well as to streamline activities across cities.
• Strategically build relationships with vendors to either provide all event needs through donations or significantly discount prices of venue, food, beverages/liquor, lighting, audio visual, rentals, etc.
• Negotiate and secure contracts for event space, food and beverage, lighting, audio visual, rentals, etc. for all Step Up events
• Manage the Los Angeles online auction
• Engage and manage an ongoing committee of volunteers to support each event (by leveraging their contacts and/or and staffing the events)
• Ensure that sponsor needs are accounted for in each event, and provide excellent customer service in working with sponsor teams as directed in each event by management
• Manage all event supplies in creating supply lists, placing orders, and transporting
• Plan and execute room layouts for each event that best support event goals and creatively incorporate sponsors within the space
• Manage all on-site event set-up, production, volunteers, and clean up
• Prepare event materials such as signage, nametags, handouts, notebooks, speaker preparation packages, attendee packages, gift bags, registration lists, seating cards, and the like
• Ensure each event is photographed within Step Up guidelines and requirements

Event Administration

• Manage the Step Up Los Angeles event calendar
• Collaborate with the events managers in Chicago and New York to devise and execute best practices and strategies
• Conduct data entry relating to events
• Send thank you notes
• Keep track of event finances including check requests, invoicing, and reporting
• Draft event surveys with input from team members, and perform other regular program evaluation measures to improve and innovate events

Marketing

• Identify & execute strategies to utilize Step Up Los Angeles events to achieve short & long-term national marketing goals.
• Create event messaging/marketing, including event invitations and onsite signage & décor
• Plan and oversee all social media efforts for the Step Up Los Angeles office
• Manage the e-communications calendar for the Step Up Los Angeles office
• Manage content for the Step Up Los Angeles website calendar

Office Administrative Support

• Participate in weekly staff meetings, monthly national staff meetings, and an annual staff retreat (January)
• Perform general office administrative needs and support including research, data compilation and entry, filing, mailing, running errands, and the like as needed
• Recruit and train office interns

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Deep understanding of event management requirements and previous direct experience managing events
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• At least 2 years work experience in a related field
• Excellent relationship-building and networking skills
• Ability to work well with multiple constituencies (staff, teen program beneficiaries, member leaders and volunteers, board members, senior level executives, sponsors, and donors)
• Self-starter and fast-learner who does not require heavy supervision and copes well with change
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Attention to detail and ability to deliver quality, professional work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
• High level of organization and efficiency
• Negotiation experience
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
• Ability to manage vendors
• Ability to manage and motivate volunteers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and the internet
• A passion for women's and girls' issues

HOW TO APPLY

Please send resume, cover letter, and addendum (explained below) to Jamie Kogan at national@suwn.org. Please include "LA Events Manager" as the subject title. The cover letter should address how you meet the specific job functions and qualifications for this position. Resumes without a cover letter and addendum will not be considered. No phone calls, please. Only candidates who are being considered for interviews will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

As an Addendum, please include a separate, attached document outlining the following assignments:

(1) Describe one or two creative ways you would bring the Step Up mission to life through décor, set up, or otherwise at a Step Up event.

(2) Draft a short letter or email soliciting a wine company to donate product to an event raising funds for Step Up's mission, attended by Step Up's professional women members.

(3) Describe one or two creative ways you would widen Step Up's reach and market our events to a great number of people.

Events Manager, Habitat for Humanity, New York, NY

Events Manager

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

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

The Events Manager will:

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

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

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

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

1. Plan and execute the organization's events.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

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

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

• Experience developing and managing event budgets

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

• Ability to think through and create/follow timelines

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

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

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

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

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

• Ability to lift up to 20lbs

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

• Able to work nights and weekends as necessary

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required

• Experience supervising volunteers

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in fundraising and using fundraising databases

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

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

• Experience working with diverse communities and housing or related issues

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

COMPENSATION

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

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

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

HOW TO APPLY

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

Communications & Events Manager, Making Cents, Washington, DC

Communications & Events Manager

Posted on: August 14, 2014
Application deadline: September 5, 2014
Posted by: Making Cents

Founded in 1999, Making Cents International is a woman-owned social enterprise based in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, DC. We increase economic opportunities for youth, women, smallholder farmers, and vulnerable populations around the globe by helping them start and grow businesses, participate in profitable value chains, access finance, and obtain meaningful work. We achieve this by building the capacity of local institutions to develop and deliver products and services tailored to the needs of these populations. Corporate site: www.makingcents.com

In 2006, Making Cents International initiated a Knowledge Management platform (KM Platform) to Increase Youth Economic Opportunities. The platform is comprised of an annual global Summit (www.YouthEOSummit.org), online learning hub located at www.YouthEconomicOpportunities.org .

THE POSITION

1. Manage all marketing & communications for the Knowledge Management Platform activities;
2. Manage the development of and updates to all Making Cents websites;
3. Responsible for managing events and ensuring deadlines and budgets are adhered to related to annual Summit and other Co-Lab learning events;
4. Work on discreet client projects that intersect with the Co-Lab communication platforms;
5. Development of written technical briefs and management of communities of practice;
6. Participate in the development of and implement Making Cents' corporate communications and branding strategy

RESPONSIBILTIES

This is a hands-on role, and involves working as part of a collaborative team. S/he must be able to complete a wide range of activities requiring clear communication, excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

S/he will also have experience in planning events for +400 people with the ability to manage all logistical processes as well as market the event to appropriate stakeholders in order to increase registration and sponsorship opportunities.

S/he will develop and implement Making Cents' corporate communications strategy which includes print, on-line and social media. S/he will be able to digest information about a project and be able to develop collateral that will communicate project outcomes externally.

S/he will work with senior-level staff to develop and be responsible for implementing a communications strategy to strengthen the youth economic opportunities (YEO) field and build the KM Platform brand within the field.

S/he will support the communication, marketing and operational needs of the Global Youth Economic Opportunities Summit, http://www.YouthEOSummit.org.

S/he will create and manage Co-Lab's communications channels including refinement and postings on www.YouthEconomicOpportunities.org, and build collaborative partnerships and strategic communications relationships with existing and potential partners and/or clients that invite contributions to this portal in new and fresh ways.

S/he will have experience working on website development and be able to make small updates independently and also manage vendors/developers on larger projects.

S/he will create and disseminate a bi-weekly newsletter; manage communications aspects of monthly webinars, and conduct social media outreach while demonstrating a proven ability to write succinct and compelling copy that requires minimal or no editing.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

·Bachelor's degree in business, communications, marketing or equivalent preferred 
·Six or more years of experience in marketing/communications in progressively more senior positions
·Six or more years of experience in event planning & management, especially for +400 person events

·Experience working in a small business, entrepreneurial environment
·Experience with venue selection & management and travel booking an asset
·Track record of successful project management experience related to communications and event management
·Communications strategy development and execution, especially at small to mid-sized entrepreneurial organization(s) including copy and design
·Experience with being a part of website design and/or managing a portal designed to foster exchange
·Writing and editing experience (externally focused) with a variety of print and online communications media
·Experience interfacing with external clients
·Brand development and marketing experience

Preferred Experience:

·Experience related to knowledge management
·Experience related to on-line community management
·Experience in the international development sector
·Exposure to the economic growth and/or youth economic development opportunities field
·Basic to intermediate knowledge of Nation Builder, html5 and Drupal CMS an asset~.~

Skills & Competencies:

·Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with a strong attention to detail
·Interfaces effectively with senior management, able to manage up, articulate opinions and present resourceful alternatives. 
·Works well independently and as part of a team
·Strategic and innovative thinker bringing strong analytical and problem-solving skills
·Creative writer and designer with the ability to consolidate large amounts of information and present it in new, fresh ways
·Results-oriented approach which is expressed in a positive, can do attitude
·Knowledge of and active engagement in social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube required
·Understands how to leverage IT systems to manage projects & suggests improvements or recommendations to improve company performance. Accurately scopes, plans and organizes human and technical resources. Strong command of all project details; translates information effectively into reports on project status using both structured written and verbal forms of communication.
·Able to deliver technical assistance or training services on behalf of MCI in one or two disciplines/ technical areas
·Develops and/or adapts drafts of materials for use with project partners
·Works well in a fast-paced environment that requires communicating with team members while working on a variety of initiatives simultaneously. Must be able to self-manage and think on their feet
·Flexible – willing to work outside of job description and to multi-task, self-prioritize, and manage several different projects or team functions at one time, especially during busy periods team
·Fluent in English

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at www.makingcents.com with cover letter, resume, and a short writing sample. Application deadline is September 5, 2014. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.