Trust Women Winter/Spring 2015 Legislative Internships, Wichita, KS

Winter/Spring 2015 Legislative Internships

Posted on: February 9, 2015
Posted by: Trust Women

Trust Women is a dynamic, emerging non-profit that focuses on facilitating reproductive freedom in the Midwest and the South. Founded by Julie Burkhart in memory of her dear friend and mentor, the late Dr. George Tiller, Trust Women seeks to honor his life's work by bringing direct services to the middle of the country, as well as addressing issues of access with a reproductive justice perspective through opening reproductive health clinics, educational and community outreach, as well as political advocacy.

We are seeking motivated, take-charge interns who aren't afraid to take the reins and make their own path. To become a Trust Women intern, applicants must be hard-working and dedicated, with a passion for reproductive justice and openness to learning. In turn, interns will be provided with the opportunity to make a lasting impact on an organization that is making historical gains in an area of the country in need of innovative and adventurous organizing. (We also provide class credit!)

Virtual & Traditional Internships

Because we focus on advocacy in the middle of the country, we understand, more than anyone, the importance of remote organizing, which is why we offer a virtual internship option. Virtual interns are required to work a minimum of 10 hours a week in addition to participating in weekly intern Google Hangouts. During their 10 hours, interns must make themselves available to their supervisor and do regular check-ins. We try to structure our virtual internships in such a way that our interns are able to have a fulfilling and educational experience, with the flexibility of working from miles away.

Trust Women also offers traditional in-house internships for interns local to the Wichita, Kansas metro area, as well as interns from outside the area who are able to relocate for the summer. We will also offer home stay arrangements for interns who relocate from outside the metro area. Local interns must work a minimum of 10 hours. Interns with home stay arrangements will be expected to work a minimum of 20 hours.

Duties & Requirements 

 Attend important votes and hearings as schedule permits

 Update list of legislators and position on choice

 Track choice related legislation on the federal and state level

 Assist Trust Women lobbyist as necessary

 Assist Communications Team with legislative updates for weekly blogs/emails

 Maintain legislative scorecard through tracking of legislation

 Participate in coalition calls and meetings in Oklahoma or Kansas as needed

Requirements

 Knowledge of Oklahoma or Kansas state government, particularly the legislative process

 Ability to read and summarize bills

 Be able to attend important votes and hearings as much as possible

 Preference will be given to candidates with political science or legal education or training

 Strong written and spoken communication skills

 Self-motivated and directed

 Able to work on multiple projects at a time

 Ability to meet deadlines and new challenges as they arise

 Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products

 Ability to navigate state and federal legislative websites

 Kansas legislative intern will need to live in Kansas, preferably within travel distance of Topeka.

 Oklahoma legislative intern will need to live in Oklahoma, preferably within travel distance of Oklahoma City.

 Virtual legislative intern can work from anywhere.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send the following items to lbourke@itrustwomen.org:

 Cover letter

 Resume

 Three references

Policy Aide, NARAL Pro-Choice America, Washington, DC

Policy Aide

Posted on: January 13, 2015
Posted by: NARAL Pro-Choice America

NARAL Pro-Choice America and NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation seek a Policy Aide for this dynamic, mission-driven organization that has been at the forefront of the fight for reproductive rights since its founding in 1968. NARAL has an annual budget of approximately $12 million and encompasses a 501 (c)(3), a 501 (c)(4), and a political action committee.

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.

SUMMARY

Monitor choice-related policy issues at the federal and state levels. Perform policy analysis and research on choice-related proposals, draft a variety of advocacy materials, and contribute to significant policy publications. Under the supervision of the vice president, help represent and advance NARAL's policy views and goals to Congress, state affiliates, and other constituencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Within assigned issue areas (in some cases working solely; in others, working as a team with a junior or senior colleague):

• Track all relevant choice-related activity on Capitol Hill, in the executive branch, and in state legislatures. Report developments to key staff as appropriate. Perform policy analysis on state and federal legislation, and, as assigned, advocate NARAL Pro-Choice America's views.
• As directed, with issue teammates, craft and carry out legislative strategy.
• Represent NARAL's policy views on Capitol Hill. As assigned, lobby and brief congressional staff through in-person meetings, written communications, and phone calls. Work mark-ups, hearings, and votes.

• Assist state affiliates on key choice-related proposals with policy analysis and strategy recommendations.

• Write, edit, and update fact sheets, talking points, letters to policymakers, staff memos, model legislation, testimony, and other key policy and advocacy documents.
• Coordinate policy strategy and activities across NARAL as a whole to maximize benefits to the pro-choice movement and NARAL in particular.
• As assigned, represent NARAL to progressive partners and coalitions.
• Contribute to and help produce key publications, including Who Decides?, the annual voting record, fact sheets, and Policy Updates.
• Edit copy from other departments.
• Liaise with other departments or internal work groups as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Four-year college degree.

• Minimum three years professional experience, preferably in a related field, or relevant advanced degree may be substituted for some of the work experience.

• Policy and/or direct lobbying experience at the state and/or national level.

• Directly related experience in research and/or policy analysis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and to juggle multiple tasks and timelines simultaneously.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Access, Excel, and other programs.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and workload-management skills, ability to work as a team with junior and senior colleagues, and ability to meet deadlines consistently with minimal supervision.
• Strong orientation to detail, accuracy, and follow-through, with minimal supervision.

• Professional, polished, diplomatic, and mature demeanor.

• Knowledge of reproductive-health issues preferred.
• Commitment to diversity and sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural differences.
• Clear understanding of, and commitment to, NARAL's mission and goals.

NARAL Pro-Choice America is committed to diversity in its workplace, and candidates with diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Send resume and cover letter to:

NARAL Pro-Choice America

1156 15^th Street, Suite 700

Washington, DC 20005

Fax: (202) 973-3096

Email: policyjobs@prochoiceamerica.org

Policy Representative, NARAL Pro-Choice America, Washington, DC

Policy Representative

Posted on: January 7, 2015
Application deadline: January 30, 2015
Posted by: NARAL Pro-Choice America

NARAL Pro-Choice America and NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation seek an experienced and dedicated Policy Representative/Senior Policy Representative for this dynamic, mission-driven organization that has been at the forefront of the fight for reproductive rights since its founding in 1968. NARAL has an annual budget of approximately $12 million and encompasses a 501 (c)(3), a 501 (c)(4), and a political action committee.

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.

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the director, help represent and advance NARAL's policy views and goals with various constituencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Within assigned issue areas, track all relevant choice-related activity on Capitol Hill, in the executive branch, and in states. Report key developments, perform policy analysis as needed and, as assigned, advocate NARAL Pro-Choice America's views. (Note: legal representation of NARAL is not required in this position.)
• With the vice president and other key staff, craft and help carry out legislative strategy on key issues.
• In selected issue areas, serve as one of the organization's representatives on Capitol Hill. As assigned, lobby and brief congressional staff and members of Congress through in-person meetings, written communications, and phone calls. Work mark-ups, hearings, and votes.
• Serve as a policy analyst and adviser to state affiliates on key choice-related proposals.
• Write, edit, and update fact sheets, talking points, letters to policymakers, staff memos, model legislation, testimony, and other key policy and advocacy documents.

• Contribute to NARAL documents and publications such as Who Decides?, Policy Updates, and the Congressional Record on Choice. Edit copy from other departments.

• Coordinate policy strategy and activities across NARAL as a whole to maximize benefits to the pro-choice movement and NARAL in particular.
• Conceive and carry out creative and unique projects that advance NARAL's policy views and raise its profile among key constituencies.
• As assigned, represent NARAL to progressive partners and coalitions.
• As assigned, serve as a background source for press inquiries.
• Liaise with other departments or internal work groups as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Policy Representative:

• Four-year degree plus four or more years work experience.
• Policy and/or direct lobbying experience at the state and/or national level.

• Research and/or policy analysis experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to work as a team with junior colleagues, and ability to meet deadlines consistently with minimal supervision.
• Professional, polished, diplomatic, and mature demeanor.
• Knowledge of reproductive-health issues preferred.
• Commitment to diversity and sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural differences.
• Understanding of, and commitment to, NARAL's mission and goals.

Senior Policy Representative:

• Four-year degree plus six or more years work experience. Advanced degree preferred but not required.
• Substantial work experience on Capitol Hill, and/or familiarity with the Hill culture, the legislative process, and staff/member expectations.

• Substantial policy and/or direct lobbying experience at the state and/or national level on choice or related issue.
• Substantial research and/or policy analysis experience.
• Very strong, proven written and oral communication skills.
• Very strong, proven organizational skills; experience working as a team with junior colleagues; ability to manage multiple competing demands and projects and meet deadlines consistently with minimal supervision.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage complex, time-sensitive, detail-oriented projects and lead teams successfully.
• Highly professional, polished, diplomatic, and mature demeanor.
• Knowledge of reproductive-health issues strongly preferred.

• 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 a resume and a substantive cover letter to:

Human Resources

NARAL Pro-Choice America

1156 15^th Street, NW

Suite 700

Washington, DC 20005

Email: policyjobs@prochoiceamerica.org

Portfolio Manager, Family Planning 2020, United Nations Foundation, Washington, DC

Portfolio Manager, Family Planning 2020

Posted on: December 19, 2014
Application deadline: January 19, 2015
Posted by: United Nations Foundation

BACKGROUND

Family Planning 2020 (FP2020) is a global partnership that supports the right of women and girls to decide, freely, and for themselves, whether, when, and how many children they want to have. FP2020 works with governments, civil society, multi-lateral organizations, donors, the private sector, and the research and development community to enable 120 million more women and girls to use contraceptives by 2020. FP2020 is an outcome of the 2012 London Summit on Family Planning where more than 20 governments made commitments to address the policy, financing, delivery and socio-cultural barriers to women accessing contraceptive information, services and supplies. Donors also pledged an additional US$2.6 billion in funding.

Led by an 18-member Reference Group, guided technically by Working Groups, operated daily by a Secretariat and hosted by the United Nations Foundation, FP2020 is based on the principle that all women, no matter where they live should have access to lifesaving contraceptives. FP2020 is in support of the UN Secretary-General's global effort for women and children's health, Every Woman Every Child.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Portfolio Manager, FP2020 works in tandem with the Director, FP2020 to manage the strategic use of the FP2020 Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) – a multi-million dollar funding mechanism established to respond to emerging and urgent opportunities that will help FP2020 meet its goal of enabling 120 million more women and girls to use contraceptives by 2020.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The Portfolio Manager, FP2020 is responsible for working closely with the Director, FP2020 to ensure that RRM funding is optimally effective in achieving its purpose. In addition, the Portfolio Manager, FP2020, will work closely with the Senior Manager for Donor Outreach & Engagement, the Business Services and Contracts Officer, Working Group Managers, the Country Engagement Working Group, and a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Within the context above, FP2020 is looking for a Portfolio Manager with proven experience in project management and grant/contract administration, as well as excellent communication skills. The Portfolio Manager will lead the disbursement and management of a large and dynamic portfolio of grants and contracts that are catalytic, respond to urgent and unforeseen opportunities, and amplify existing work in FP2020 focus countries.

The Portfolio Manager will be responsible for identifying programs that meet RRM criteria, coordinating the funding process, collaborating with the Country Engagement Working Group as appropriate, maintaining relationships with grantees regarding developing and/or refining proposals and reports, gathering information for external communications, and tracking progress on a regular basis.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES & DELIVERABLES

Strategic Planning

• Oversee the strategic development, implementation, and use of the Rapid Response Mechanism.
• In consultation with the FP2020 team, design a process for a 2014 year-end assessment of the RRM portfolio to date and build out the monitoring and evaluation framework for the RRM to ensure optimal use of funds.
• Work in close collaboration with the Program and Business Services Officer to track and monitor the impact of the RRM on progress toward FP2020 annual work plans and goals.
• Manage, develop and ensure the smooth flow of information related to the RRM across the FP2020 Secretariat.
• Work with the Director and Senior Manager for Donor Outreach & Engagement (who interfaces with existing and prospective donors) to ensure strong relationships with RRM funders.
• Coordinate with the Country Engagement Working Group as appropriate.
• Work with the Director to form strategic partnerships to maximize coordination with representatives from related sexual and reproductive health and rights funding mechanisms.

Grants/Contracts Management

• Responsible for the financial administration and processing of the RRM portfolio and overseeing the review and approval of its contractual agreements, including the coordination of grant closures.
• Coordinates with relevant FP2020 staff to investigate and analyze grant requests and develop funding recommendations in line with the team's programmatic priorities and budget, working with the Country Engagement Working Group as appropriate.
• Proactively identify and establish relationships with key implementing partners, defining the right sort of partnerships for the RRM portfolio.
• Coordinate with RRM grantees to meet reporting requirements and ensure alignment with proposals and work plans.
• Investigate, negotiate, and resolve issues associated with grant implementation.
• Stay current and inform the team of rules and regulations of various USG and non-USG funding partners, and continually ensures the team follows these requirements during project implementation.
• Provide monitoring and evaluation support and tracking of programmatic and financial targets.
• Work with FP2020 leadership to develop a schedule for visits to check in on grantees in person and capture updates on progress.

Reporting

• Manage the coordination of narrative and financial reporting for RRM grants, including developing and maintaining a grants reporting calendar and matrix for the team
• Support the Director and Program Associate in the development and coordination of materials to support FP2020 Reference Group/UNF Senior Management review and involvement.
• Work with the Communications team to identify opportunities to highlight the progress made by the RRM and RRM partners.
• Represent FP2020 at outside meetings and professional gatherings.

Other

• Manage broader projects related to FP2020's mission as needed.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred in related field;
• Six to eight years' experience, preferably in international affairs and development and/or grant management is desirable;
• Interest, knowledge or work experience in global health, sexual and reproductive health and rights and/or family planning;
• Grants management experience with US and non-US donors, including foundations and private sector partners;
• Grant-making experience with international NGOs, grassroots organizations, the UN and foreign governments;
• Monitoring and evaluation experience useful;
• Strong communications, research, and project management skills;
• Advanced knowledge of and experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access);
• Knowledge of the GIFTS and Raiser's Edge database programs preferable;
• Experience training peers on donor rules and regulation;
• Ability to present information concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and manage one's time effectively and with little supervision;
• Ability to work under pressure and handle stress;
• Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy; and
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English and French.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

Salary commensurate with experience. Actual salary will depend on qualifications and anticipated contribution to the Foundation.

UNF pays 100% of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance premiums for its employees and 75% of medical and vision for employees' dependents.

In addition, UNF provides 20 days of paid vacation per year, 12 paid holidays, three personal days per year, an immediately vested 150% matching 403(b) contribution up to a limit of six-percent of employee pay, Metro Pass benefits, and flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit https://careers-unfoundation.icims.com/jobs/1230/portfolio-manager%2c-family-planning-2020/job

Intern, NARAL Pro-Choice Connecticut, Hartford, CT

Intern

Posted on: November 14, 2014
Application deadline: December 12, 2014
Start date: January 26, 2015
End date: May 1, 2015
Posted by: NARAL Pro-Choice Connecticut

Internships are available in Policy and Digital Advocacy. Both positions offer the opportunity to gain skills and experience necessary for working in a non-profit organization as well as first-hand knowledge of pro-choice messaging, advocacy, and activism.

Descriptions of each internship position are available on our website at http://www.prochoicect.org/about-us/jobs-and-internships.shtml

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program;
• Demonstrated strong personal commitment to a woman's right to choose;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Strong organizational and analytical skills;
• A passion to be part of the political process;
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment;
• Attention to detail

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a PDF of your current resume and a letter of interest to intern@prochoicect.org. Please address your commitment to reproductive rights in the letter of interest.

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

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.

Organizer & Research Associate, Association of Independent Midwives of Maryland, Baltimore, MD

Organizer & Research Associate

Posted on: June 5, 2013
Posted by: Association of Independent Midwives of Maryland

DESCRIPTION

Maryland is currently one of 7 states where home birth midwives are illegal, a limitation that poses a severe threat to women's reproductive choices in Maryland. This fundamental imposition on birth autonomy removes women's most basic right to decide how, where and with whom she will birth her baby. Our effort is to put that choice back in women's hands by licensing Certified Professional Midwives (CPMs) in Maryland. This summer, the Association of Independent Midwives of Maryland will be launching a state-wide campaign to build support for legislation to license CPMs. We are seeking a motivated, activist, feminist intern who will be fired up about making change for women in Maryland. Our ideal candidate will be somewhat familiar with the midwifery model of care and the radical shift it represents from traditional medical obstetric care. She/he will be passionate about protecting a woman's fundamental right to make choices about her body and her birth.

Specifically our intern will work with the legislative team of AIMM to:

• Mobilize constituents in a state-wide lobbying campaign for licensing midwives in Maryland
• Provide administrative support and research assistance to the legislative team of AIMM
• Help build a broad Maryland coalition to support access to midwives
• Help develop legislation for the coming session to legalize CPMs

DETAILS

We are looking for a 20-hour/week commitment. Hours can be worked flexibly. Ideally early June through late August with flexibility for some travel time off.

• We would prefer an intern in the Baltimore/DC metro area. Our intern will largely work remotely (needs phone and internet access), on occasion meeting with midwives in cafes or homes. Access to transportation would be a plus.
• We can offer a $250/month stipend.
• This is an incredible opportunity to engage in the political/legislative process directly and make meaningful change in Maryland. The home birth midwives of Maryland with whom the intern will be working are a warm and loving bunch who will give back with whole-hearted, earnest support for an intern who commits her/himself to this important cause.

SKILLS

Ideal for a graduate student or law student, top undergrads with tons of passion will be considered.

• Strong research skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Intern will be interacting with legislators, public health regulators, non-profit coalition partners and home birth families including folks from extreme left and right political positions, Mennonite/Amish and other fundamentalist religious communities and everything in between. S/he must be comfortable in all settings.
• Fluency with Microsoft Office and other basic computer skills
• Problem-solving, action-oriented qualities
• Experience in some of the following areas is a plus: organizing, reproductive rights, campaign/legislative processes, coalition-building, law/legal issues.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to us at info@aimmmidwives.org. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Business Analyst, Planned Parenthood, New York, NY

Business Analyst, Information Services

Posted on: May 30, 2013
Posted by: Planned Parenthood Federation of America NY/DC

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Planned Parenthood Information Services department supports the organization’s work by providing reliable and scalable applications and technology services for the national office and affiliates, in support of health care delivery, sexual and reproductive health education, advocacy, fundraising and internal operations.

 We’re looking for a whip-smart Business Analyst who wants to contribute to the mission of Planned Parenthood. This position is part of a newly formed business analysis practice within the IS division, and as such, it requires initiative, strong ownership and excellent interpersonal skills. The BA will report directly to the Lead Business Analyst and work closely with business owners, technical and project management staff and IS senior management.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Build relationships with key business stakeholders and develop a deep understanding of business processes and systems used by PPFA and affiliates across the US

• Field requests (and contribute ideas) for new systems and improvements to existing systems
• Create project proposals in coordination with business stakeholders, including requirements and use cases
• Participate in the technology project prioritization process, including fiscal year and quarterly planning, to ensure the greatest business value is being provided in the most timely manner
• Consult technical leads on feasibility, high-level design and estimates for major technology initiatives to ensure alignment with overall enterprise architecture
• Assess the impact of planned projects on existing systems, identifying risks and dependencies
• Deliver clear documentation to the project management team for execution, including project scope, stakeholders, assumptions, budget, functional requirements, etc.
• Review prototypes and help coordinate User Acceptance Testing, to ensure that products meet the needs of end users
• Contribute to a roadmap of short- and long-term initiatives for consumption by IS and PPFA senior management
• Evangelize the business analysis function and overall SDLC to teams outside IS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least 4-6 years of total work experience and at least 2 years of experience as a business analyst
• Proven business process analysis skills, with the ability to effectively convey conceptual models, information flows, etc.
• Experience working with business stakeholders at all levels
• Familiarity with line of business applications and standard administrative operations
• Experience with large-scale, cross-functional technology projects
• Understanding of basic technical concepts and one or more SDLC approaches
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to effectively liaise with colleagues on all levels in a distributed, multicultural, detail-oriented environment (without losing a sense of humor)
• Strong proficiency with MS Office 2007/2010, Google Apps, diagramming software
• Top-notch writing, presentation and meeting facilitation skills (finalists will be tested)
• Fast learner, creative problem solver

 Pluses

• Vendor analysis and vendor management experience
• Experience in the health care field
• Familiarity with an Agile methodology, including epic/story writing
• Proficiency with the Atlassian suite (Jira, GreenHopper, Confluence, etc.)

This is a full-time position at our New York, NY office. Relocation assistance is not available. Limited travel is possible.

HOW TO APPLY

For a full position description and to apply, please visit http://bit.ly/12dOqWF

Planned Parenthood Federation of America is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. Planned Parenthood of America does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Planned Parenthood Federation of America is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation

Director of Individual Giving, Center for Reproductive Rights, New York, NY

Director for Individual Giving

Posted on: March 27, 2013
Application deadline: May 31, 2013
Posted by: Center for Reproductive Rights

BACKGROUND

The Center for Reproductive Rights (the "Center"), a global human rights organization founded in 1992 with expertise in constitutional and international law, seeks a Director of Individual Giving to be based in its New York City headquarters. The Director of Individual Giving reports to the Director of Development and joins the fund development team of an innovative and cutting-edge organization committed to promoting the equality, reproductive health, and self-determination of women throughout the world. National-level courts, regional human rights courts, and United Nations bodies have increasingly recognized that a woman's right to reproductive autonomy and reproductive healthcare are basic human rights that must be protected. The Center for Reproductive Rights has played a key role in securing these legal and policy victories and works with attorneys and advocates in the U.S., Latin America, Africa, Asia, and Europe. In addition to its headquarters, the Center has offices in Washington, D.C., Nairobi, Kenya, Bogotá, Colombia, Kathmandu, Nepal, and Geneva, Switzerland. The Center, with a current annual operating budget of approximately $15 million, has a 23-person board of directors and a diverse staff of over 100 professionals from Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Kenya, Korea, Nepal, Nigeria, the Philippines, Sweden, Slovakia, the U.K., and the U.S.

The Director of Individual Giving will be joining the Center at an exciting time for the institution and at a critical time for the nation. In December 2011, the Center's Board adopted a new strategic plan for 2012-2017. This plan was crafted with the input of both Board and staff during a year-long process of external and internal examination and deliberation. The Center has launched a number of bold new initiatives to go on the offense and change the discourse and policy landscape, while significantly expanding its capacity with new programing and ambitious fundraising goals. The Center is led by President and CEO Nancy Northup, who brings a rich mix of experience in public interest law, government service, and women's rights advocacy.

THE POSITION

The Center for Reproductive Rights seeks a highly successful and sophisticated fundraising leader with a commitment to the Center's mission, vision, and values to become its new Director of Individual Giving ("Director"). He or she is hardworking and systems-oriented, with a track record of success in growing individual support across the United States. The Director takes the lead on significantly increasing major gifts revenue, improving and building upon the direct response program, overseeing the research function of the department, and developing a more structured planned giving program. He or she envisions and leads all aspects of the Center's individual giving program, including the gala, and offers creative solutions and develops strategies to implement long and short-term giving goals for all levels of individual donors.

The Director of Individual Giving is an important member of the 10 person Development Department of which three (3) report directly to the Director. In order to develop sound and compelling cases for support, he or she partners with the program staff to remain well-versed in the Center's accomplishments, current priorities, legal developments and emerging issues on both the domestic and international fronts. The Director interacts with the Center's Executive and Management Teams, including the President and CEO, Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer and the Vice President of Programs. He or she engages with the Board of Directors to leverage their connections and execute personalized cultivation plans, as well as manage external consultants and agencies.

The Director is a results-oriented leader who promotes a culture of high performance and continuous improvement for the individual giving staff. He or she has strong interpersonal skills, a hands-on management style that can delegate and define job requirements, and the ability to address and solve problems or issues as they arise.

The successful candidate has a bachelor's degree and at least ten years of strategic fundraising experience with significant major gifts responsibility, ideally for national giving campaigns. He or she has a demonstrated track record of developing and implementing strategies for acquiring, reinstating, cultivating, and retaining low/mid dollar range donors, and the ability to direct major fundraising events. Collection and analysis of considerable donor data is integral to the success of the development programs, and the Director possesses solid understanding of data analysis and collection best practices, and particularly of Prospect Management or Moves Management within Raiser's Edge.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In collaboration with the Director of Development, provide vision and leadership for all aspects of the Center's major gifts program, including the management of a comprehensive strategy to implement highly ambitious long and short-term individual giving goals. • Establish and maintain a highly engaging donor cultivation cycle and gift stewardship program to ensure that new major donors are developed, existing donors are encouraged to upgrade and all major donors benefit from a close relationship with the Center. • Oversee all prospect donor research, prepare comprehensive donor profiles and briefing materials for donor calls and visits, and manage all correspondence and reporting to prospects and major donors. • Conceive, plan and implement donor cultivation and recognition events and manage other fundraising events. • Work with Board members and key volunteers to identify new communities and critical contacts to build a broader, more geographically diverse base of support both in the U.S. and internationally. • Develop strategies for incorporating planned giving opportunities into the individual giving program. • Oversee the multi-channel direct response program in collaboration with the Manager of Direct Response and direct response consultants. • Working with the Manager of Donor Data and Analysis, create and execute a moves management plan within Raisers Edge. • In partnership with the Manager of Direct Response and the direct response consultants, evaluate and analyze campaign progress and implement recommendations to improve results on a regular basis. • Oversee internal controls to safeguard donor data and ensure its integrity, and supplement with new policies and procedures when necessary. • Mentor and lead the individual giving team to support the development and execution of the major gifts strategy. • Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities and conduct annual performance appraisals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor degree is required. • Minimum 10 years of experience working in a strategic fundraising position at the Major Gifts or Director level. • A successful track record of personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding high net-worth individuals. • Proven ability to implement new initiatives that significantly increase revenue. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and energetic environment. • Experience in facilitating organizational change and in building, mentoring and coaching a team. • Excellent judgment and creative problem solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills. • Strategic and creative with the organizational skills necessary to ensure that strategies are implemented, objectives achieved, and successes measured. • Exceptional writing, editing, and oral communication skills. • Experience with sophisticated fundraising software, preferably Raisers Edge. • A high level of energy and initiative; grace and a sense of humor. • Commitment to the Center's mission, vision, and values.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and previous compensation. For more information on the Center for Reproductive Rights please visit their website at www.reproductiverights.org

HOW TO APPLY

Inquiries, nominations, and applications may be directed in confidence to: Jack Lusk, Managing Partner or Debbie Farrell Nelson Harris Rand Lusk 261 Madison Ave. 11th Floor New York, NY 10016 CRR-DIG@harrisrand.com