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

Bilingual Program Attorney

Posted on: January 5, 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 bilingual (English/Spanish) Program Attorney who has knowledge of or experience working with Latin@ communities to join WomensLaw (a project of NNEDV). WomensLaw maintains a growing website, www.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 overseeing the Spanish-language portion of the WomensLaw.org website; responding to Spanish-language inquiries on the Email Hotline; and making presentations / performing outreach in Spanish to Latin@ communities in person and through social media about the ways in which WomensLaw can help them.

This is a full-time exempt position that reports to the WomensLaw Legal Director. The bilingual 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, work on specific legal cases, or give legal advice, solely legal information.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WomensLaw.org Website

• Interpreting statutes and translating them into "plain language" in English and Spanish.
• 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.
• Translating and revising Spanish website content and, if needed, recruiting/managing Spanish-speaking translators.
• Maintaining and establishing new relationships with community-based organizations throughout the country, with a focus on organizations that help Spanish-speaking populations.
• Updating and maintaining legal and non-legal resource listings in Spanish and English

Email Hotline

• Answering emails received on our Email Hotline, mostly in Spanish, 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.

Social Media, Outreach, Workshops, and Presentations

• Leading workshops or creating presentations for community partners, primarily in Spanish; performing outreach in Spanish to Spanish-speaking population to publicize WomensLaw's services.
• Maintaining a presence in Spanish 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.
• Facilitating presentations at conferences throughout the United States.
• Representing WomensLaw in the Spanish language media.

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

SALARY AND BENEFITS

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

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be bilingual (Spanish/English) and completely fluent in both languages - native speaker preferred
2. Must have knowledge of or experience working with the Latin@ community
3. J.D. and Bar admission required (may be admitted in any state)
4. Prior experience as a litigator, representing clients in family-law matters or domestic violence-related issues a plus
5. Must have prior experience working in, or a proven commitment to, domestic violence and/or sexual assault or related women's issues
6. Knowledge of immigration laws preferred
7. Excellent writing, grammar, and communication skills in both English and Spanish
8. High level attention to detail
9. Strong legal research or statutory analysis skills
10. Excellent interpersonal, networking and inter-cultural skills
11. Experience providing workshops and/or trainings preferred
12. Experience recruiting, managing and training volunteers preferred
13. Proficient in MS Office and Internet-literate and
14. Ability to work collaboratively as a team as well as independently.

HOW TO APPLY

There are 5 required items to apply:

1. cover letter in English (please clearly explain what your knowledge or experience of working with Latin@ communities entails)

2. same cover letter in Spanish

3. resume

4. salary history and expectations

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

Please email all 5 documents to Stacey Sarver, Esq., Legal Director of WomensLaw at WLjobs@nnedv.org (no mail or faxes please).

SAFEPLAN Advocate, Health Imperatives, Brockton, MA

SAFEPLAN Advocate

Posted on: November 19, 2014
Application deadline: December 5, 2014
Posted by: Health Imperatives

ABOUT THE AGENCY

Health Imperatives is a non-profit community-based agency, predominantly serving families and individuals in Southeastern, MA. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of low-income or vulnerable families and individuals in Southeastern Massachusetts. We accomplish this mission through administering both health and violence intervention and prevention programs and services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide legal advocacy to victims of domestic and sexual violence;
• Assist victims with safety planning
• Explain legal process and assist victims in obtaining restraining and harassment orders;
• Participate in clinical supervision
• Maintain up-to-date client files, statistical data, billing information and monthly reports.

• Conduct in-depth needs assessments including but not limited to; financial, legal, and mental health,substance abuse, education andemployment, health care resources and services as well as access to emergency and permanent affordable housing.
• Provide supportive referrals to access resources and services.
• Monitor, track and follow up with referrals.
• Assist clients with skill development and/or other logistics to access resources and/or services including but not limited to; application completion, accompany clients to legal, housing or health services, transportation and educate clients on financial literacy, utility assistance and other resources.
• Make home visits as needed and/or requested.

• Any other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to maintain flexible schedule in accordance with program needs; i.e. some evenings and/or weekend emergency responses may be required.
• Trauma informed care experience preferred.

• Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of sexual violence and relationship violence.
• Experience with crisis intervention regarding issues such as homelessness, mental health, substance abuse.
• Experience assisting clients with housing and economic stabilization barriers including legal, financial, and psychological.
• Knowledge and experience or willingness to learn MA State service systems including but not limited to; Department of Housing and Community Development, Department of Transitional Assistance and the Department of Children and Families preferred;
• Self starter with a strong ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling or Human Services required or equivalent experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds of program materials and supplies

HOURS: Full-time

SALARY: $16.00 per hour

BENEFITS: Medical, dental, holiday, paid earned leave, retirement, etc.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply online: http://healthimperatives.org/employment-opportunities or Fax to 508-583-9809 or Mail cover letter and resume to:

Human ResourcesHealth Imperatives, Inc.
Human Resources
Health Imperatives, Inc.

942 West Chestnut Street

Brockton, MA 02301

Please indicate on your cover letter the position you are applying for. Please note that resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

To apply online: http://healthimperatives.org/employment-opportunities or Fax to 508-583-9809 or Mail cover letter and resume to:

942 West Chestnut Street

Brockton, MA 02301

HEALTH IMPERATIVES ENCOURAGES MULTI-CULTURAL AND MULTI-LINGUAL DIVERSITY IN ALL OF ITS PROGRAMS

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V

Communications Specialist, SEIU 775, Seattle, WA

Communications Specialist

Posted on: November 8, 2014
Posted by: SEIU 775

SUMMARY

SEIU 775 is the long-term care workers union, representing 43,000 home care and nursing home workers. We are a leader in the progressive community and take bold and aggressive approaches to politics and organizing. Our daily work is designed to unite workers, and especially long-term care workers, and to hold politicians accountable for quality care and quality jobs.

We are seeking a talented and creative person to help with the continued development and implementation of communications strategies to support growth.Our growth department works on campaigns that build power among non-union, low-wage workers in long-term care and other industries. Much of work is done under the banner of the Fight for $15 campaign. The successful candidate will help develop and maintain online outreach to workers, help create campaign messaging, and integrate traditional communications platforms, including print and video, with emerging new media. Candidates may also be asked to do some press work. The work would be done as part of an organization-wide communications team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use innovative online outreach strategies to reach home care, nursing homes, and other low-wage workers across Washington and Montana and to gather organizing leads.
• Research and make recommendations on existing and emerging communications technologies that may assist organizers, communicators, and other SEIU 775 staff and leaders.
• Develop messaging for organizing and legislative campaigns.
• Prep workers for speaking roles, take pictures and videos of rallies and other events, and produce videos, presentations, or other materials for leadership.
• Write creative and accurate copy for a wide variety of communications platforms including, but not limited to, email, web, video, brochure and newsletter formats.
• Provide creative and accurate editing of copy produced by other staff or SEIU 775 leaders.
• Occasional work on press releases, press outreach, and speaking to the press

REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience and mastery in online communications, marketing and/or campaign communications
• Willingness to work long, irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, plus overnight travel

PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in a communications-related field
• Graphic design ability

Women and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

COMPENSATION

Competitive pay, great benefits, exciting work. Salary and benefits are set by collective bargaining agreement, and range from $47,728 to $55,978 a year depending on experience. Benefits include fully employer-paid family health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, a generous leave package, an ORCA Transit Card, fully employer-paid pension (defined benefit plan), an optional 401(K) plan (no employer match), and other benefits outlined in the policies of SEIU 775 and the staff union contract.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a résumé and cover letter, along with samples of your work to SEIU 775 Human Resources Email: jobs@seiu775.org, making sure to reference "GRO Communications Specialist" in the subject line.

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 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

Lead Organizer, New York City Anti-Violence Project, New York, NY

Lead Organizer

Posted on: September 29, 2014
Application deadline: October 8, 2014
Posted by: New York City Anti-Violence Project

The New York City Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project (AVP) is seeking a Lead Organizer. AVP envisions a world in which all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ), and HIV-affected people are safe, respected, and live free from violence. AVP's mission is to empower LGBTQ and HIV-affected communities and allies to end all forms of violence through organizing and education, and support survivors through counseling and advocacy.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

The New York City Anti-Violence Project is looking for an energetic and experienced individual to support the coordination of AVP's community organizing and public advocacy department. This person will supervise front line staff, develop community organizing campaigns, co-coordinate the Community Leadership Institute at AVP, oversee all outreach, and support in rapid incident response efforts. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to campaign development, supervision, training, facilitation, coalition coordination and outreach. Work may include night and weekend hours.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervisory:

• Supervise, support and evaluate Community Organizing and Public Advocacy (COPA) organizer and program associate.
• Attend department meetings and other departmental staff engagement.
• Work collaboratively with Co-Director of COPA to create, implement, and monitor departmental procedures and staff development plans.

Program Development and Coordination:

• Work collaboratively with the Co-Director of COPA to:
  • follow and analyze policies and trends that impact AVP's public advocacy, community organizing, and client services programming.
  • create and maintain internal systems to increase the efficiency and impact of COPA's programs.
  • develop organizing strategies to respond to incidents of violence.
  • co-coordinate the Community Leadership Institute with COPA staff.
• Work collaboratively with COPA and Client Services to co-coordinate the Speaker's Bureau
• Create and supervise AVP's base building plans and goals.
• Create volunteer leadership structures to further the work of AVP's campaigns.
• Conduct campaign development research.
• Develop and evaluate COPA organizing and advocacy campaigns with COPA staff.
• Participate in movement building activities related to AVP's mission.
• Attend community meetings, staff meetings, AVP events.
• Develop and facilitate trainings including rapid incidence response, base building, leadership development, and campaign development.
• Support staff to develop brochures, toolkits, and flyers on LGBTQ hate violence, sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and police violence.

Administrative:

• Track grant deliverables and report on government and foundation activities as needed.
• Attend professional development in-service trainings and external trainings/seminars as appropriate/indicated.

• Attend regular staff and department meetings.
• Attend AVP events.

Organizational Relationships

• Reports to the Co-Director of Community Organizing and Public Advocacy
• Works closely with staff in the Community Organizing and Public Advocacy Department, the Client Services Department, Legal Services Department and the Communications and Development Department.

Other Duties as Directed by Supervisors

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of Community Organizing and Public Advocacy supervisory experience including: conducting performance evaluation, and promoting professional development for staff.
• 4 years Community Organizing experience including campaign development, base building, leadership development, facilitation, training development, coalition coordination, and campaign based research.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a team of professionals with diverse experience and skill sets.
• 2 years of project management or project coordination experience including reporting on government and foundation activities, program design and implementation, and program evaluation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of anti-oppression and social justice frameworks.
• Excellent computer skills, database experience, and knowledge of Microsoft Office required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to maintain clear professional boundaries.
• Demonstrated professional experience with LGBTQ and HIV affected communities and LGBTQ and HIV-affected violence prevention.
• Demonstrated commitment to working to end violence within and against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and HIV-affected communities.

Preferred Qualities and Skills:

• Fluency in Spanish.
• Quantitative and qualitative research experience.
• Coalition coordination experience.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal legislative processes.
• Experience with varied organizing and advocacy models.
• Experience with rapid incident response organizing.

HOW TO APPLY

• Email (strongly preferred) cover letter and resume to:schestnut@avp.org (put "Lead Organizer" in subject line of email) or
• By mail to: New York City Anti-Violence Project, 240 West 35th Street, Suite 200, New York, NY 10001 or by fax to: 212.714.2627.
• No phone calls please.
• Candidates will be notified if we are seeking an interview; because of high volume of responses it may not possible to respond to all inquiries.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT MATERIALS FOR CONSIDERATION IS: Wednesday, October 8th, 2014

AVP is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals and endeavors to hire individuals of diverse races, colors, creeds, ethnicities, religions, genders, gender identities or expressions, ages, sexes, sexual orientations, national origins, disabilities, and citizen, marital, veteran and HIV statuses.

Communications and Media Outreach Associate, NARAL Pro-Choice America, Washington, DC

Communications and Media Outreach Associate

Posted on: September 11, 2014
Application deadline: September 30, 2014
Posted by: NARAL Pro-Choice America

NARAL Pro-Choice America is the nation's leading advocate for reproductive freedom and protecting a woman's right to choose her own reproductive destiny. With more than one million members and supporters, NARAL Pro-Choice America is dedicated to mobilizing and building the base of pro-choice advocates, identifying and supporting pro-choice candidates, and advancing sound reproductive policies that support women and families at all stages of their reproductive life. These policies include preventing unintended pregnancy, bearing healthy children, and choosing legal abortion.

The Press Associate for Communications and Media Outreach works closely with the Director of Public Affairs to coordinate traditional media communications strategies. This position's duties include assisting in the development of organization-wide publications and media activities. This position works with and in absent of the Director of Public Affairs to assess and respond to incoming media requests and in implementing an aggressive media outreach strategy for the state-based affiliate network. This position coordinates activities with other departments, the affiliates and generates press materials as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Builds and maintains relationships with members of the media;
• Arranges interviews with the media and NARAL spokespersons;
• Coordinates message development and dissemination throughout the organization;
• Support to affiliates for media relations and message strategy;
• Reviews and edits press releases, quotes, and other official statements;
• Manages process for collecting daily clips;
• With approval of the director of public affairs and in absent of the director of public affairs, schedules calls between NARAL Pro-Choice America experts and reporters or producers, and initiates message materials for spokespeople;
• Participates in ongoing planning activities with internal groups, affiliates, and coalition partners;
• Develops and maintains organization-wide inventory of message materials for use by national spokespeople, state affiliates, and other key allies;
• Institutes priorities and timelines for special projects performed by interns.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related/appropriate field of study;
• 2+ years media-relations experience;
• Capitol Hill, advocacy, or campaign experience is ideal;
• Proven ability to develop and disseminate messaging;
• Attention to detail and accuracy;
• Fluency in Spanish highly desired;
• Demonstrated excellence in writing and communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to handle multiple projects;
• Commitment to NARAL Pro-Choice America's goal of building a political constituency to protect and promote the right of all women to exercise the full range of their reproductive choices, including abortion;
• Experience with writing on new-media platforms and social networks;
• Knowledge of MS Word, Access, Excel, and other programs highly desirable. Commitment to NARAL Pro-Choice America's mission and goals.
• A commitment to contributing to a workplace environment in which diversity is valued and supported.

HOW TO APPLY

NARAL Pro-Choice America is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity.

To apply for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to:

NARAL Pro-Choice America

1156 15^th Street, N.W.

Washington, DC 20005

Fax: (202) 973-3096

Email: communicationsjobs@prochoiceamerica.org

Media Associate, National Abortion Federation, Washington, DC

Media Associate

Posted on: August 3, 2014
Posted by: National Abortion Federation

The National Abortion Federation (NAF), the leading pro-choice organization representing abortion providers and their patients, has an immediate full-time opening for the position of Media Associate. The ideal candidate will have experience developing and implementing media outreach strategies, be comfortable and successful at pitching to reporters and other media professionals, and be a social media superstar.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES

• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with reporters, editors, producers, bloggers, and other media professionals to increase NAF's visibility and ensure the voices of abortion providers and women who choose abortion are included in public debates;
• Develop and pitch story ideas, respond to press inquiries, and arrange interviews for senior NAF staff;
• Develop and execute successful short and long-term media outreach strategies;
• Prepare, review, and copyedit press releases, op/eds, letters to the editor, and other communications materials;
• Manage all aspects of our social media, including developing and implementing coordinated campaigns;
• Oversee NAF's Patient Partnership program, which helps women who have chosen abortion share their stories with the media, legislators, and the public;
• Assist in media training of abortion providers and patients, including messaging and interview preparation; and
• Manage process for collecting daily news clips.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong commitment to a woman's right to choose abortion care;
• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, or a related field;
• Minimum of 2-3 years of media relations and communications experience, with a proven ability to pitch and place stories;
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills;
• Strong writing and editing skills; ability to produce original, clear, concise talking points, press releases, and letters to the editor within tight deadlines;
• Strong copyediting skills and attention to detail;
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a very collaborative team;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; and
• Proficiency with social media platforms, including Facebook and Twitter.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a letter of interest including salary history and requirements, a resume, and one-page writing sample to NAF; 1660 L St., NW; Suite 450; Washington, DC, 20036; or fax to 202.667.5890; or email to careers@prochoice.org with "Media Associate" in the subject line.

Development Coordinator, NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland, Silver Spring, MD

Development Coordinator

Posted on: August 14, 2014
Posted by: NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland

NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland (NPCM) and its sister organization, NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland Fund (Fund) is currently seeking a Development Coordinator. This person will oversee NPCM and the Fund's fundraising and development activities.

THE POSITION

NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland seeks a Development Coordinator. The Development Coordinator will assist the Executive Director and Outreach and Communications Coordinator in all matters regarding NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland and NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland Fund's fundraising and programmatic work.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan various fundraising events including house parties, yoga-thons, Phone-a-thons
• Oversees and implements all aspects in planning the annual Evening of Chocolate Gala
• Manage direct mail program, write fundraising letters, generate mailing lists, and organize volunteer events related to mailings;
• Monitor donations and keep database up to date;
• Manage work-place giving program;
• Assist with Major Donor cultivation and outreach;
• Handle administrative tasks such as ordering office supplies, letterhead and envelopes;
• Assist with programmatic work such as editing publications, writing web site content, and performing research
• Work with executive director to create and implement a yearly development plan

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong commitment to a woman's right to choose;

• College degree;
• 1-3 year previous fundraising experience required
• Excellent organizational and communication skills;
• Ability to multitask;
• Capacity to work occasional nights and weekends;
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment as a team player;
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel; prior experience with DonorPerfect and NGP a plus

• Experience with reproductive rights and/or justice work;
• Passion for development and fundraising;
• Working knowledge of various development modalities; and
• Sense of humor

ABOUT NPCM

NPCM, a 501c4 organization, in concert with NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland Fund, a 501c3 organization, works to educate Marylanders and influence policy about every woman's right to make personal decisions regarding the full range of reproductive options, including preventing unintended pregnancy, bearing healthy children and choosing legal abortion.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements addressing your experience with the above responsibilities and qualifications and describing your interest in being a member of the NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland team. Please submit the names, affiliations and contact information of three references. No calls please.Please send your application for this position to jodi@prochoicemd.org. NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland is an equal opportunity employer. People of color and applicants with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.