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

Executive Director, Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation, Chicago, IL

Executive Director

Posted on: June 6, 2013
Application deadline: July 5, 2013
Posted by: Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation

DESCRIPTION

The Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation is seeking an Executive Director to grow and strengthen this highly respected organization positioned at the forefront of the fight against sexual exploitation in Illinois and across the nation. The Executive Director will lead CAASE and drive the mission by serving as its public representative, ensuring that services continue to be exemplary, developing financial resources, and overseeing all operations of the organization. Professionalism as a leader, manager, and public persona is essential.

As the go-to legal, policy, and education organization on sexual exploitation issues in Illinois, CAASE has accomplished a lot in only seven years. Sustaining what has been built and making strategic decisions that expand the organization's capacity will be a key component of the role for the new Executive Director. The Executive Director will maintain CAASE's culture and positive work environment, reflecting inclusion, respect, and openness.

THE ORGANIZATION

Vision CAASE envisions a community free from all forms of sexual exploitation, including sexual assault and the commercial sex trade.

Mission CAASE addresses the culture, institutions, and individuals that perpetrate, profit from, or support sexual exploitation. The organization's work includes prevention education, policy reform, community engagement, and legal services. CAASE works to prevent sexual exploitation by increasing public understanding of the harms inherent in the sex trade. CAASE creates and implements educational curricula that encourage high-school-age men to work against sexual exploitation. CAASE conducts and publishes research on the commercial sex trade, trafficking and the impact of sexual exploitation. CAASE advocates for legislative and policy reforms to increase legal and social accountability for perpetrators of harm, and promotes broad community support for services and resources for survivors. CAASE advises law enforcement, policy makers, and other stakeholders on best practices relating to sex trafficking, prostitution, and rape. CAASE engages in civil litigation against perpetrators and facilitators of sexual harm and advocates for appropriate and effective criminal prosecution of perpetrators. CAASE develops toolkits for nonprofits, faith-based groups, schools, businesses, feminist groups, and other communities and individuals who would like to take action against sexual harm.

THE POSITION

Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will assume the top leadership role in the organization and oversee CAASE's strategic and programmatic operations, lead the 9-member staff, manage the annual operating budget, and play a visible role in policy development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Mission Advancement

• Manage, evaluate, and update programs, services, and advocacy efforts to advance CAASE's mission
• Develop and implement organization and staff annual plans, in line with the strategic plan, to achieve short- and long-term goals, and impact the movement to end sexual harm
• Ensure that programming, organizational structure, staffing, intern and volunteer base, and infrastructure all enable CAASE to maintain and grow programmatic impact
• Act as the primary public representative of CAASE
• Provide oversight to staff in their roles as spokespersons for CAASE and its programs, and work with them to build new and leverage existing relationships with media, political representatives, and government
• Regularly promote CAASE through public speaking engagements, media interviews, task forces, steering committees, and collaboration with partners in the anti-violence community
• Apply knowledge and skills to create new ways of leveraging existing resources

Development and Financial Management

• In coordination with the Board, plan and oversee CAASE's budget and finances, including audits, financial analysis, capital asset management, property management, and payroll
• Manage facilities, technology, including donor data base, and other equipment consistent with budget and goals
• Manage day-to-day finances within annual budget
• Develop and achieve ambitious and strategic fundraising plans to support CAASE's current work and future growth
• Identify and solicit new individual donors, corporate sponsorships, foundations, government, and other grant sources to meet and exceed revenue goals; maintain positive relationships with existing donors and funders
• Collaborate with Board to identify development funding opportunities and events

Management & Administration

• Manage overall human resources function, including all stages of the employment lifecycle and CAASE's workforce of directors, staff, interns, and volunteers
• Foster individual staff development and expand capabilities across the organization
• Create and administer consistent, effective, and compliant organizational policies (e.g., HR, finance) in coordination with the Board

Board Relations

• Use Board members' skills and experience to accomplish strategic and organizational goals
• Participate, as appropriate, in Board and committee recruitment, development, and activities
• With Board Chair, ensure that Board and staff have shared understanding of mission, vision, and goals
• Work closely with Board Chair and Board members regarding governance issues and strategic planning
• Attend all Board meetings

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

• Graduate degree or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience
• Minimum of five years in non-profit programmatic management, with increasing responsibilities
• Experience in social change work along with demonstrated ability to build, develop, and foster collaboration among diverse groups of stakeholders
• Integrity, commitment, and enthusiasm
• Commitment to ending the perpetration of sexual exploitation
• Sound business and fiscal judgment, along with demonstrated financial aptitude and analytical thinking
• Experience with successful fundraising campaigns and donor cultivation
• Ability to work collaboratively with board members, donors, legislators, community groups, media, and public officials
• Thought leadership and strategic vision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confidence and engagement as a public speaker
• Demonstrated success managing people, engaging staff, and motivating groups to achieve goals
• Solid working knowledge of current office technology and software

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

• Advanced degree in public policy, social work, law, or a related field, or equivalent skills and experience
• Deep subject matter knowledge of movements designed to end sexual harm, exploitation, or violence
• Experience working with survivors of violence
• Experience leading or co-leading a growing organization
• Significant accomplishment in programmatic, policy, or advocacy work
• Public relations experience with potentially controversial, politicized, emotional issues
• Ability to develop, coach, and leverage smart, experienced, successful individuals

HOW TO APPLY

Send resume with cover letter to boardchair@caase.org

Executive Director, Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation, Chicago, IL

Executive Director

Posted on: June 6, 2013
Application deadline: July 5, 2013
Posted by: Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation

DESCRIPTION

The Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation is seeking an Executive Director to grow and strengthen this highly respected organization positioned at the forefront of the fight against sexual exploitation in Illinois and across the nation. The Executive Director will lead CAASE and drive the mission by serving as its public representative, ensuring that services continue to be exemplary, developing financial resources, and overseeing all operations of the organization. Professionalism as a leader, manager, and public persona is essential.

As the go-to legal, policy, and education organization on sexual exploitation issues in Illinois, CAASE has accomplished a lot in only seven years. Sustaining what has been built and making strategic decisions that expand the organization's capacity will be a key component of the role for the new Executive Director. The Executive Director will maintain CAASE's culture and positive work environment, reflecting inclusion, respect, and openness.

THE ORGANIZATION

Vision CAASE envisions a community free from all forms of sexual exploitation, including sexual assault and the commercial sex trade.

Mission CAASE addresses the culture, institutions, and individuals that perpetrate, profit from, or support sexual exploitation. The organization's work includes prevention education, policy reform, community engagement, and legal services. CAASE works to prevent sexual exploitation by increasing public understanding of the harms inherent in the sex trade. CAASE creates and implements educational curricula that encourage high-school-age men to work against sexual exploitation. CAASE conducts and publishes research on the commercial sex trade, trafficking and the impact of sexual exploitation. CAASE advocates for legislative and policy reforms to increase legal and social accountability for perpetrators of harm, and promotes broad community support for services and resources for survivors. CAASE advises law enforcement, policy makers, and other stakeholders on best practices relating to sex trafficking, prostitution, and rape. CAASE engages in civil litigation against perpetrators and facilitators of sexual harm and advocates for appropriate and effective criminal prosecution of perpetrators. CAASE develops toolkits for nonprofits, faith-based groups, schools, businesses, feminist groups, and other communities and individuals who would like to take action against sexual harm.

THE POSITION

Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will assume the top leadership role in the organization and oversee CAASE's strategic and programmatic operations, lead the 9-member staff, manage the annual operating budget, and play a visible role in policy development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Mission Advancement

• Manage, evaluate, and update programs, services, and advocacy efforts to advance CAASE's mission
• Develop and implement organization and staff annual plans, in line with the strategic plan, to achieve short- and long-term goals, and impact the movement to end sexual harm
• Ensure that programming, organizational structure, staffing, intern and volunteer base, and infrastructure all enable CAASE to maintain and grow programmatic impact
• Act as the primary public representative of CAASE
• Provide oversight to staff in their roles as spokespersons for CAASE and its programs, and work with them to build new and leverage existing relationships with media, political representatives, and government
• Regularly promote CAASE through public speaking engagements, media interviews, task forces, steering committees, and collaboration with partners in the anti-violence community
• Apply knowledge and skills to create new ways of leveraging existing resources

Development and Financial Management

• In coordination with the Board, plan and oversee CAASE's budget and finances, including audits, financial analysis, capital asset management, property management, and payroll
• Manage facilities, technology, including donor data base, and other equipment consistent with budget and goals
• Manage day-to-day finances within annual budget
• Develop and achieve ambitious and strategic fundraising plans to support CAASE's current work and future growth
• Identify and solicit new individual donors, corporate sponsorships, foundations, government, and other grant sources to meet and exceed revenue goals; maintain positive relationships with existing donors and funders
• Collaborate with Board to identify development funding opportunities and events

Management & Administration

• Manage overall human resources function, including all stages of the employment lifecycle and CAASE's workforce of directors, staff, interns, and volunteers
• Foster individual staff development and expand capabilities across the organization
• Create and administer consistent, effective, and compliant organizational policies (e.g., HR, finance) in coordination with the Board

Board Relations

• Use Board members' skills and experience to accomplish strategic and organizational goals
• Participate, as appropriate, in Board and committee recruitment, development, and activities
• With Board Chair, ensure that Board and staff have shared understanding of mission, vision, and goals
• Work closely with Board Chair and Board members regarding governance issues and strategic planning
• Attend all Board meetings

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Graduate degree or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience
• Minimum of five years in non-profit programmatic management, with increasing responsibilities
• Experience in social change work along with demonstrated ability to build, develop, and foster collaboration among diverse groups of stakeholders
• Integrity, commitment, and enthusiasm
• Commitment to ending the perpetration of sexual exploitation
• Sound business and fiscal judgment, along with demonstrated financial aptitude and analytical thinking
• Experience with successful fundraising campaigns and donor cultivation
• Ability to work collaboratively with board members, donors, legislators, community groups, media, and public officials
• Thought leadership and strategic vision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confidence and engagement as a public speaker
• Demonstrated success managing people, engaging staff, and motivating groups to achieve goals
• Solid working knowledge of current office technology and software

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Advanced degree in public policy, social work, law, or a related field, or equivalent skills and experience
• Deep subject matter knowledge of movements designed to end sexual harm, exploitation, or violence
• Experience working with survivors of violence
• Experience leading or co-leading a growing organization
• Significant accomplishment in programmatic, policy, or advocacy work
• Public relations experience with potentially controversial, politicized, emotional issues
• Ability to develop, coach, and leverage smart, experienced, successful individuals

HOW TO APPLY

Send resume with cover letter to boardchair@caase.org.

Ethnic Community Outreach Project Coordinator, Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse, Alberta, Canada

Ethnic Community Outreach Project Coordinator

Posted on: May 13, 2013
Application deadline: May 21, 2013
Posted by: Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse

DESCRIPTION

Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse is offering a one year position (with the possibility of extension) as a Project Coordinator in the Education and Training Program, with specific emphasis on a project the agency is undertaking with the Canadian Sikh Network. Although employed by CCASA this dynamic individual will also report to the Project Advisory Committee and will be accountable to a project plan that focuses on four areas related to addressing sexual abuse and sexual assault in ethnic communities: 1) increasing community engagement; 2) increasing awareness; 3) building capacity for safe healing; and 4) prevention.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Undertaking a formal and informal literature review and service scan related to the project

• Community development and outreach within the Sikh and other communities in Calgary

• Program development of new programs or adapting existing programs to meet Sikh community needs

• Public speaking to children, youth and adult groups

• Crisis intervention and advocacy within the medical, legal, and social service systems

• Supporting and participating in community events to raise CCASA profile

• Working within a team concept and in diverse environments

• Dealing effectively with disclosures, questions, and challenging audience members within the context of a presentation

• Responding to disclosures of abuse/assault in a professional, supportive manner, including assessing and informing children/youth of obligations to report to authorities when required

• Participating in creative and effective outreach activities to parents and parent serving organizations

• Delivery of CCASA's other community and professional education programs

• Successful candidates may be required to work some evenings and weekends.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of the Sikh and other ethnic communities in Calgary
• A degree in social/human services
• Possesses an anti-oppressive/feminist analysis of sexual violence
• Managing interpersonal relationships with same and multi-disciplinary professionals and community volunteers
• Public speaking, program development and project management skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing demands and client groups
• An understanding and comfort with issues related to sexual violence and sexuality
• Crisis intervention and assessment skills
• Professional registration

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit our website at www.calgarycasa.com for more information about our programs.
CCASA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse groups to apply.
Email, mail or fax resumes by noon, May 21, 2013 to:
CCASA Executive Director
910 – 7th Avenue SW (Northland Building)
Calgary, AB T2P-3N8
Fax: (403) 264-8355
Email: info@calgarycasa.com
No Phone Calls Please
Thank you for your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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

Student/Youth Organizer

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

DESCRIPTION

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

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

REQUIREMENTS

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

QUALIFICATIONS

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

HOW TO APPLY

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

DSA is an equal opportunity employer.

National Campus Organizer, Feminist Majority Foundation, Arlington, VA

National Campus Organizer

Posted on: April 24, 2013
Application deadline: May 17, 2013
Posted by: Feminist Majority Foundation

DESCRIPTION

The Feminist Majority Foundation (FMF) is seeking highly motivated and passionate graduating seniors and recent college graduates (1-3 years out of college) to organize at colleges and universities out of our East Coast office as National Campus Organizers for the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southern, and Mid Western regions for FMF's Choices Campus Leadership Program.

National Campus Organizers play an essential role at the Feminist Majority Foundation. Campus organizers are responsible for launching and maintaining pro-choice, feminist activist groups called Feminist Majority Leadership Alliances (FMLAs) and affiliated feminist groups who identify themselves with other names; implementing Choices Campus campaigns; and conducting leadership and issue-based training for student activists.

This position requires at least 10 weeks of travel for work per academic year and regular communication with students and faculty on campuses with chartered and affiliated groups. All eligible applicants must have a current and valid driver's license, which is necessary for traveling, proficiency in social media, excellent public speaking skills and enjoy networking and communicating with other people whether by telephone, text, email or while attending conferences and workshops.

East Coast Campus Organizers will have the opportunity to:

• Gain first-hand experience with a national grassroots feminist organization
• Lead and shape national, pro-choice, civil rights and feminist campus campaigns
• Serve as a lead grassroots organizer
• Train the next generation of feminist leaders
• Collaborate with other social justice organizations in Washington, DC and nationwide on key issues facing women

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates will have prior leadership experience working on social justice issues, which includes but not limited to being involved in a feminist group, environmental group, racial justice group, LGBT group, or participating on student government. In addition, great applicants will be able to demonstrate that they are self-starters, have endurance to work on long grassroots campaigns, adjust their schedules and/or time commitments to a project with short notice, and work in a fast-paced environment.

HOW TO APPLY

Complete applications require a resume, a cover letter detailing leadership experience and interest in feminist and pro-choice issues, a writing sample, and three academic/professional references. Only completed applications will be reviewed. Please send a complete application to campusteam@feminist.org.

The Feminist Majority Foundation/Feminist Majority is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including people of color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ individuals. We are especially encouraging people of color to apply.

Assistant Director, The Victim Center, Springfield, MO

Assistant Director

Posted on: April 17, 2013
Posted by: The Victim Center

DESCRIPTION

The Victim Center is a grassroots nonprofit agency that provides free-of-charge services to men, women, and children victims of violent or sexual crimes. Services include prevention education, counseling, advocacy, and 24-hour crisis intervention. The agency does not provide shelter. Applicants are encouraged to visit our website at thevictimcenter.org.

This is a professional leadership position that will report-to and work in conjunction with the Executive Director. This position will be partially responsible for operational functions, fund-raising, grant writing, public speaking, networking, and other duties related to perpetuating the mission of The Victim Center.

DUTIES

Duties will include assisting the Executive Director with operational functions; writing government and private grants; coordinating at least three annual fundraisers in conjunction with committee volunteers; networking and soliciting funds for the organization from individuals, businesses, and foundations; speaking to community groups or other organizations about the agency's mission and work in the community; developing newsletters and other written publications; managing social media; building relationships within the community; and various other tasks related to perpetuating The Victim Center's mission.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should have at least a four-year degree from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education/experience necessary to perform the essential job functions. Experience in a related field is necessary, along with knowledge of the Springfield/southwest Missouri area and an ability to effectively network and fund raise. Desired applicants will have demonstrated leadership skills and will be excellent oral and written communicators. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and have basic computer skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must submit a resume, a cover letter explaining why they are the best candidate for the position, and a completed application to The Victim Center. Applications can be acquired in person at The Victim Center or via email. Questions should be directed to Executive Director Brandi Bartel:  raselfasejobs@gmail.com

Volunteer Coordinator, Vancouver Pride Society, Vancouver, BC

Volunteer Coordinator

Posted on: April 8, 2013
Application deadline: April 21, 2013
Posted by: Vancouver Pride Society

The Vancouver Pride Society (VPS) brings together members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Two-Spirited and Queer community, their friends, allies and supporters in celebration! We represent the unique culture and spirit of our community by producing quality, inclusive events such as the Pride Parade and Festival.

DESCRIPTIONThe successful individual will be responsible for creating a comprehensive strategy to screen, recruit, retain and celebrate the contributions of approximately 600 volunteers. As a volunteer-driven organization, the VPS depends on the generous support of volunteers who contribute hundreds of thousands of hours annually to organize and manage one of the largest LGBTTQ celebrations in the world. The successful individual will also provide logistical support and participate in event planning where applicable.

Remuneration is dependent on experience. This position is a seasonal full-time and the successful applicant(s) will be expected to have extremely flexible work schedules with the ability to work early mornings or late nights during events.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Create a comprehensive strategy to screen, recruit, retain and celebrate the contributions of our volunteers.
• Expand VPS volunteer opportunities into year-round administrative support in the VPS office.
• Develop orientation and training material.
• Facilitate volunteer orientations and training workshops. 
• Coordinate with our Partnership Coordinator to solicit prizing for volunteer events and key volunteers.
• Organize recruitment and appreciation events.
• Leverage our online volunteer management system to build and coordinate the VPS volunteer base.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE• A diploma or certificate in Volunteer Management and/or equivalent work experience.
• Applicants must have a mix of both paid and volunteer experience.
• Experience creating orientation and training materials for new volunteers.
• Public speaking facilitation experience.
• Two years experience working or volunteering for a related social-enterprise or not-for-profit organization in the LGBTQ community will be an asset.
• Strong organizational and project-management experience will be an asset.
• Priority will be given to under-represented or individuals with barriers to employment.

HOW TO APPLY

Email jobs@vancouverpride.ca

Please include a list of references in your application. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. A valid driver's license is an asset. Send your cover letter and resume by email no later than April 21. No phone calls, please. We thank those who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews will be held between April 16th and May 10th, with an expected start date of May 14th, 2013.