Writing Fellow, Groundswell

Writing Fellow

Posted on: January 30, 2015
Application deadline: February 28, 2015
Posted by: Groundswell

ABOUT YOU

• You emphatically love writing
• You're eager to be part of a dynamic team of writers, editors, and content marketers
• You want to write and publish articles that people actually read
• You think ideas and content can change behavior; you want to use storytelling to help change the world in a positive way

ABOUT US

We are a fast-growing non-profit social enterprise that organizes and leverages consumer power to change the world. Our work has already helped thousands of families and hundreds of organizations (churches, schools, nonprofits) switch from dirty to clean energy, and we're just getting started.

We call our model Civic Consumption, and for the last five years, we've been proving its power through Groundswell's innovative work in the clean energy sector: increasing accessibility for all people, building community resilience, and growing the marketplace for renewable energy from the ground up. In 2014, we crossed the $15 million mark in community-driven renewable power projects.

Our work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Fast Company, Forbes, and ABC World News, among others. To learn more visit www.groundswell.org.

ABOUT THE JOB

Groundswell is looking for an independent, dedicated, and talented writing fellow to create and develop content for our web-based magazine. Groundswell is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving our community, and our magazine is our newest effort to promote positive change in the world. It's our goal to help people and communities use their everyday purchasing decisions to drive these changes. Featured in Fast Company and Forbes, we use an innovative new model for social impact called Civic Consumption. Civic Consumption brings people together to increase access and lower prices on the goods and services they need most, while rewarding businesses with a positive social or environmental impact.

Much of Groundswell's day-to-day operation revolves around our wind energy program, and in the magazine, we're working to extend the idea of conscious consuming into all aspects of life. As a writing fellow, you would be responsible for writing unique content (articles, infographics, video responses) that would go directly to the magazine's front-page. Your articles would be read by thousands of people each day, offering you exposure and practice in front of an active, engaged audience. You'd work closely with the Communications team, and you'd receive one-on-one guidance from staff as you develop your voice and online presence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research and write 1-2 news or features articles per week. All articles will connect in to everyday purchasing power, and will be individually actionable. These articles would focus on topics such as: corporate social responsibility, feminism, workers' rights, racism, politics, the environment, sustainable living, public health, body image, family, income inequality, culture and trends, or technology
• Serve as an ambassador to Groundswell's brand
• Participate in weekly editorial brainstorming sessions, and have a firsthand role in developing new content avenues, partnerships, and programs

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• The ability to commit to writing 1-2 articles per week for 4 months
• Attendance (in person or virtually via Google Hangouts) at our weekly editorial brainstorming meetings (Mondays, from 2:30-3:30PM in our D.C. offices)
• Strong writing, proofreading, and editing abilities
• At least six months of experience writing in a non-academic setting (blogs, social media, on a professional or personal basis)
• A working knowledge of Google Docs, Google Analytics, Facebook, Twitter, and Wordpress
• Fantastic organizational and interpersonal skills
• An interest in social justice, activism, and shaping consumer culture required; academic, personal, or professional experience in these fields preferred

Location: Washington, D.C. or telecommuting

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit cover letter and resume to Kelsey Ryan at kelsey.ryan@groundswell.org, along with two writing samples (no more than 1000 words each, please).

Summer Institute Faculty Position, Sadie Nash Leadership Project, NJ and NYC

Summer Institute Faculty Position

Posted on: January 13, 2015
Application deadline: March 22, 2015
Posted by: Sadie Nash Leadership Project

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

The Sadie Nash Leadership Project (SNLP) offers educational programs to provide young women with an opportunity to analyze and explore leadership through rigorous coursework, experiential and skill based learning, and youth-designed activism projects. Every aspect of the program is designed to support and develop young women to both visualize themselves as leaders and actualize their leadership. Our mission is to strengthen, empower, and equipyoung women as agents of change in their lives and the world.

POSITION OVERVIEWS

Faculty teach the coursework component of the Summer Institute, an award-winning program that enables high school aged youth to develop ideas, questions, and concerns as they explore leadership, social justice and activism. We are interested in courses that connect with our mission and also connect with the identities of the young women in SNLP. We are seeking faculty to teach either a CORE CLASS or a CREATIVE/ACADEMIC class from JULY 6th to AUGUST 14th 2015.

CORE CLASSES

These classes are the cornerstone of the Summer Institute and all young people attend them. Curriculum exists for the core classes but the faculty member will be required to develop and facilitate additional units and to modify and adapt existing units as needed. The core classes are as follows:

• Leadership Seminar(LS) - This course examines assumptions about leadership, and redefines leadership as accountable, cooperative, ethical, and effective. Youth examine their own leadership styles, set agendas for their own leadership development, and understand the potential of exercising their leadership TODAY.
• Power, Identity, and Privilege (PIP) - This course exposes youth to social justice theories, frameworks, and vocabulary. Students ask and answer questions such as "Is identity fixed or changing?" "Are concepts like race., class, gender, etc... real or constructs?" "What does power look like and what could it look like?" "What is privilege and how do you deal with it?"
• Leadership Action Project (LAP) - This course challenges young women to work collectively to design and execute a social justice "action" project that addresses a critical issue they see affecting them and their communities. This is a project based class that shares best practices of youth activism and culminates in a 1 day action. (Course held in Newark Summer Institute only)

CREATIVE/ACADEMIC CLASSES

These classes follow an elective-type format, and each participant selects one creative and one academic class. Creative and academic faculty design their own curriculum based on their own expertise and interests. We select courses that are rigorous, engaging, and relevant to the young women we work with. Courses should employ popular education approaches and be highly interactive.

Creative Courses – These courses should have a hands-on focus on the arts (music, dance, visual arts, theater, writing, etc…) Past examples include:

• Free in My Body – Dance & Movement Residency
• Poetic Revolutionaries – Young Women Explore Voice and Power
• The Power to Create – A Visual Arts Experiment

Academic Courses – These courses should explore different subjects, social issues, or topics through a critical lens. Past examples include:

• Critical Feminist Analysis of Hip-Hop
• Mass Incarceration in the 21st Century: A Feminist Analysis of the Criminal (In)Justice System
• Untangling Our Roots: Politics of Hair

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for faculty members who:

• Are experienced youth workers or teaching artists -- can set high expectations for students, can make material relevant and engaging, and can create a safe space and a sense of community within their classrooms
• Can relate to, and build with, young women from New York City and Newark, NJ
• Can teach twice a week for 6 weeks (from July 6th to August 14th) and be able to students for at least 1 hour per week outside of class
• Will commit to attending 10 hours of mandatory professional development training on June 24th and June 30th, 2015.

Please note: Positions are available in both New York City, and Newark, New Jersey and placements will be made at the discretion of SNLP. Only apply if you are willing to work at either site you are placed. Both sites are accessible by public transportation. Please note the salaries for each program vary.

• Core Faculty -- $3,000 in Newark, $2,800 in New York City
• Creative/Academic Faculty -- $1800 in Newark, $1500 in New York City

HOW TO APPLY

Please note the application is a two part process.

Step 1: Complete your contact information HERE.

Step 2: Submit the following documents via email in PDF or Microsoft Word format to: faculty@sadienash.org. Please include First & Last Name, and include "Creative or Academic Course" or "Core Course" in subject line.

1. Resume

1. Cover letter

1. For CORE: Please attach a one session proposal. It should focus on a historical or contemporary case study illustrating the concepts of the class. It could highlight a leader, a movement, a contemporary news story, a film, etc… Please include a detailed agenda with activities, discussion questions, etc… as well as the outcomes you hope to achieve in this session and the themes (ie: intersectionality, pitfalls of traditional leadership, etc…) you hope to address

1. For CREATIVE/ACADEMIC: Please attach a one-page proposal for the course you are interested in teaching. It should include a description of the course including whether you would identify it as creative or academic. It should also include a brief rationale as to how it fits into the overall mission of SNLP, our philosophy or goals. It should address the outcomes you hope to achieve over the course of the summer program, and it should present a brief 12 session outline for the course. (You do not need to describe each class, but please show the direction of the course and the topics you expect to cover)

The deadline for faculty applications is Sunday, March 22nd 2015 (midnight).

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond immediately to every application. We will contact you within approximately four weeks if an interview is requested. We will do our best to notify you as quickly as possible of your application status decisions. No calls please.

SNLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are looking for a diverse applicant pool and strongly encourage women of color, immigrants, members of the LGBTQ community, and students from low-income and working class backgrounds to apply.

Please visit our website: http:www.sadienash.org for more information.

Thank you for your interest in our work and in this position!

Legal Trainer, Partners for Law in Development, Delhi, India

Legal Trainer

Posted on: August 13, 2014
Application deadline: August 31, 2014
Posted by: Partners for Law in Development

We are looking for a law graduate with at least 2-3 years relevant experience with organizing and conducting trainings in rural contexts. Familiarity with debates relating to sexuality and violence against women is necessary, as is fluency in Hindi and English. The candidate must be a self-starter, with leadership, capacity to plan, keep timelines, implement with a team and willingness to commit 2 years.

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

Partners for Law in Development (PLD) - is a legal resource group working in the fields of social justice and women's rights in India. Founded in 1998, the organization locates women's rights as integral component of social justice, engaging with it in contexts of sexuality, culture, caste, conflict and development. We promote implementation of rights through - capacity development, advocacy and production of knowledge. We work in partnerships with community and state level organisations, national and regional organisations, donors and UN agencies as well as the government. Our work involves engagement with grassroots constituencies, the women's movement debates and human rights standards. For more information on the organization, visit www.pldindia.org and www.cedawsouthasia.org

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

The candidate must have demonstrated capacities in planning and conducting training workshops. Key qualifications include:

1. A law degree is essential. Advanced qualification in law or relevant social sciences is desirable but not necessary.
2. Knowledge of the laws on sexual violence is essential for this job. Familiarity with feminist and human rights debates in India is desirable.
3. Fluency in written and spoken Hindi and English essential. Fluency in Hindi is essential for conducting trainings as well as for communicating with field partners.
4. Demonstrated experience with creating training modules and conducting trainings.
5. A self-starter with leadership and initiative, with capacity plan ahead, keep to time lines, ensure outputs and prepare reports.
6. A team player with good inter-personal skills capable of consultative processes.

JOB PROFILE/ RESPONSIBILITIES

The candidate will plan, organize and conduct trainings on the laws relating to sexual violence (Criminal Law Amendment Act 2013), sexual harassment at the workplace and the protection of children from sexual offences. Knowledge of the substantive and procedural aspects of the three laws on sexual violence is essential. She will contribute to the organizational work, prepare reports, make presentations, co-ordinate with stakeholders, including government and donor agencies as well as field partners.

SALARY

Salary and benefits are comparable to the non-profit sector; and commensurate with experience and internal equity.

HOW TO APPLY

The applicant should send a CV, a statement of interest [no more than two pages] stating why the applicant is interested in the position and what the applicant brings to this role. The application must be accompanied by one sample of written work on women's rights, and two references, one of whom is from the last 3 years of work.

Only applications with the required attachments will be considered complete. It can be sent by e-mail or post to:

The Administrative Officer

Partners for Law in Development

F-18 Jangpura Extension, First Floor,

New Delhi 110014

Tel: 011 – 24316832, 24316833

Email: opportunities@pldindia.org

Law Research and Advocacy Officer, Partners for Law in Development, Delhi, India

Law Research and Advocacy Officer

Posted on: August 13, 2014
Application deadline: August 31, 2014
Posted by: Partners for Law in Development

The position of research and advocacy officer requires a candidate with at least 3-4 years of experience in the area of women's rights and law to undertake research and to translate the research into advocacy agenda for policy reform. Thematic familiarity with debates relating to sexuality and violence against women is necessary. Familiarity with relevant developments in human rights law, particularly the CEDAW, will be desirable.

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

Partners for Law in Development (PLD) - is a legal resource group working in the fields of social justice and women's rights in India. Founded in 1998, the organization locates women's rights as integral component of social justice, engaging with it in contexts of sexuality, culture, caste, conflict and development. We promote implementation of rights through - capacity development, advocacy and production of knowledge. We work in partnerships with community and state level organisations, national and regional organisations, donors and UN agencies as well as the government. Our work involves engagement with grassroots constituencies, the women's movement debates and human rights standards. For more information on the organization, visit www.pldindia.org and www.cedawsouthasia.org

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

The candidate must have a demonstrated experience of research and writing in the area of women's rights. Key qualifications include:

1. A law degree with at least 3 years of work experience in India in relation to women's rights.
2. An advanced qualification in law or relevant social sciences is desirable.
3. Knowledge of human rights issues, feminist debates and contemporary campaigns in India.
4. Excellent research and writing skills. A record of undertaking research and writing of papers, reports, presentations.
5. Good written and oral communication skills in English and Hindi.
6. Ability to write simply as part of outreach and advocacy, while also skilled at serious research based writing.
7. Capacity to work in and to initiate consultative work processes.
8. A willingness to make a two year commitment to the organization.

JOB PROFILE/ RESPONSIBILITIES

The candidate will undertake research, status papers, submissions for monitoring and advocacy purposes. The job requires commenting on judgments and law reform proposals, presenting opinions/ critiques of legal developments from a feminist and human rights standpoints on behalf of PLD. It will require simple and complex writing styles to communicate with diverse stakeholders. The candidate will have to support organizational and programme work as necessary, prepare reports, and engage with other dimensions of PLDs work.

SALARY

Salary and benefits are comparable to the non-profit sector; and commensurate with experience and internal equity.

HOW TO APPLY

The applicant should send a CV, a statement of interest [no more than two pages] stating what the applicant brings to the position. The application must be accompanied by one sample of written work on the areas of human rights or women's rights, and two references, one of whom is from the last 3 years of work.

Only applications with the required attachments will be considered complete. It can be sent by e-mail or post to:

The Administrative Officer

Partners for Law in Development

F-18 Jangpura Extension, First Floor,

New Delhi 110014

Tel: 011 – 24316832, 24316833

Email: opportunities@pldindia.org

Development Associate, Peace Action West, Oakland, CA

Development Associate

Posted on: August 2, 2014
Posted by: Peace Action West

Who is Peace Action West?

Peace Action West is the region's largest peace and social justice lobby, working to abolish nuclear weapons, end international arms trafficking, and cut the military budget to allow investment in education, health care, and other community needs.

Job Summary

A development associate engages our major donors by personally presenting our work, our strategies, our stories and our history, with the purpose of strengthening their identification with and financial commitment to the organization and its cause. In addition, we seek to expand our support base and political clout through their networks and personal contacts.

The ideal candidate possesses strong interpersonal skills, a great passion to build momentum for the advancement of a foreign policy rooted in cooperation and human rights. The associate should have a deep commitment to acquiring knowledge on peace and justice issues (with particular attention relating to U.S. foreign policy), and an ability to inspire others.

Duties & Responsibilities 

Fundraising

• Responsible for making formal and informal presentations to our major donors about the work of Peace Action.
• Responsible for meeting a monthly fundraising & visit budget.
• Responsible for the renewal and investment of assigned sponsors-with the goal of significantly increasing their commitment to Peace Action West.
• Responsible for requesting and following up on leads from current development donors.
• Responsible for assisting in existing or new development programs
• Responsible for planning and executing house parties and other events.

Donor Relations

• Responsible for timely dissemination of political, promotional and outreach materials to sponsors including letters, updates, action alerts, emails, holiday cards, and other materials.

Administrative Duties

• Responsible for maintaining current giving and contact records on all donors.
• Responsible for timely deposits, follow-up, and record keeping on all pledges, outstanding and fulfilled.
• Responsible for ongoing coordination of Major Gifts work with field and phone outreach programs.

Training and Program Integration

• Responsible for ongoing personal education relating to all current program work, the status of legislation, the ongoing reading and sharing of news items relevant to our issues and of interest to sponsors.
• Must attend annual program, membership, staff advancement & cadre meetings.
• Position includes periodic travel to other PAW offices for the purpose of training and fundraising.

Qualifications 

• Proven phone and/or field outreach and fundraising skills.
• Strong attention to detail and systems oriented.
• Strong writing skills.
• Self-motivated and self-accountable.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong teamwork skills including the ability to solve work challenges in a relaxed and collegial manner.
• Desire to develop in the position and increase responsibilities.
• Commitment to grassroots organizing and a diverse, supportive & challenging work atmosphere.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings
• Experience with Filemaker Pro, Excel, and Word helpful.
• California driver's license required 

Benefits 

• Starting annual salary $28,000+DOE
• 3 weeks paid vacation/year, 4 weeks after the completion of 2 full years worked
• Full health and dental insurance coverage
• 9 paid holidays a year
• 8 paid sick days a year
• Paid sabbaticals
• Maternity/paternity leave after one year 

How to Apply

**Women, People of Color, and LGBTQ Strongly Encouraged to Apply** 

To apply, send resume and cover letter to:
Seth Lehr, Major Gifts Director
slehr@peaceactionwest.org or
501 Shatto Place, Ste 260
Los Angeles, CA 90020

 

 

 

Housing Outreach Advocate, SafeNest, Las Vegas, NV

Housing Outreach Advocate 

Posted on: July 31, 2014
Posted by: SafeNest
Key information: Salary: $31,564. Benefits: health, dental & vision insurance, vacation, sick leave, + monthly "mental health" day and employer contributed retirement.
Job location: Las Vegas, NV

Brief Summary

SAFE NEST, providing services to survivors of domestic violence and their families seeks a Housing Outreach Advocate to provide advocacy services to domestic violence victims and survivors residing in public housing properties administered by Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority.

Qualifications 

• Knowledge of domestic violence and factors related to poverty and homelessness.
• Understanding of empowerment, basic advocacy strategies and barriers to public housing residents seeking domestic violence services.
• Bachelor's Degree in a human services fields including Women's Studies, Social Work, Sociology or related field or any equivalent combination of experience and education
• Ability to build relationships and work in a collaboration setting.
• Ability to work in varied locations with diverse populations. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Experience in building effective collaborative community relationships to achieve common goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to think critically and engage diverse groups of people including community stakeholders, domestic violence survivors and their allies.
• A minimum of four years volunteer or professional experience in a field relative to the position

How to Apply

Cover letter, resume and application (at www.safenest.org or SN office) to: Safe Nest 2915 W. Charleston Ave. Suite 12, Las Vegas NV 89102 Attn: HOA Hiring Committee
Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed.
To submit electronically: hiringcommittee@safenest.org Subject: HOA 2014
No telephone inquiries please.
Candidates will be notified for interviews and 3 professional references must be provided at that time. Candidate must be available for Safe Nest Advocacy Training conducted in September: 6=9-5; Sept. 8+10= 5:30-9pm; Sept. 13=9-5; Sept. 15,17,22,25 and 29=5:30-9pm.

Grant Writer, Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice, New York, NY

Grant Writer

Posted on: July 11, 2014
Posted by: Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice

Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice (New York, NY) seeks a seasoned grant writer to support our fundraising efforts to fuel a global campaign for LGBTQI inclusion and respect. This grant writer will lead the efforts to secure over $5.5 million in this fiscal year (starting July 1, 2014) in funding from foundations, donor-advised funds, and governments as part of a multi-year, $20-million dollar growth investment campaign, Fueling the Frontlines (www.fuelingthefrontlines.org). The structure for this position is currently flexible: we are looking for between 20 hours/week to full time, and will consider a contract or staff position. This position reports to the Director of Development

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and write grant proposals to foundation and other grant-making organizations, persuasively communicating Astraea's mission and programs to potential funders.
• Work in partnership with the Development Associate to assemble and submit grant requests including letters, proposals, budgets, interim and final reports.
• Manage all foundation applications and reports ensuring compliance with foundation reporting requirements and Astraea guidelines and deadlines.
• Conduct prospect research to support institutional funding for the campaign.
• Manage a grants workplan and calendar

QUALIFICATIONS

Note: only those who meet the minimum requirements of the job will be considered for the position.

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three to five years of relevant experience is required.
• Ability to seek and synthesize information; and craft funding proposals in a clear and compelling manner.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and research skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills, and strong understanding of fundraising databases; working knowledge of The Raiser's Edge and Foundation Center Online a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively, independently, proactively, creatively and respectfully with multiple constituencies and audiences.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of the Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice and confidence in ability to enhance that mission.
• Experience working in or volunteering with a social justice organization.

The successful applicant will work well in multicultural teams and with diverse constituencies; will be self-motivated, work well under pressure and be able to handle several projects at one time; and will have good judgment and, ideally, a sense of humor.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send résumé, cover letter, and salary requirements to:jobs@astraeafoundation.org; include "Grant Writer" in the subject line. No phone calls, please – only applicants being considered for interviews will be contacted.

Astraea is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, multicultural work environment. People of color, people with disabilities and people of diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions and identities are encouraged to apply. For more information visit www.astraeafoundation.org.

Summer SET Faculty - Core & Creative Courses, Sadie Nash Leadership Project, New York, NY

Summer SET Faculty - Core & Creative Courses

Posted on: January 8, 2014
Application deadline: March 10, 2013
Posted by: Sadie Nash Leadership Project

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

The Sadie Nash Leadership Project (SNLP) offers educational programs to provide young women with an opportunity to analyze and explore leadership through rigorous coursework, experiential and skill based learning, and youth-designed activism projects. Every aspect of the program is designed to support and develop young women to both visualize themselves as leaders and actualize their leadership. Our mission is to strengthen, empower, and equipyoung women as agents of change in their lives and the world.

POSITION OVERVIEW


Faculty teach the coursework component of the Summer Institute, an award-winning program that enables high school aged youth to develop ideas, questions, and concerns as they explore leadership, social justice and activism. We are interested in courses that connect with our mission and also connect with the identities of the young women in SNLP. We are seeking faculty to teach either a CORE CLASS or a CREATIVE CLASS from JULY 7th to AUGUST 1st 2014.

CORE CLASSES: These classes are the cornerstone of the program and all young people attend them. Curriculum exists for the core classes but the faculty member will be required to develop and facilitate additional units and to modify and adapt existing units as needed. The core classes are as follows:

• Social Justice Core – This course focuses on different types of activism, examines social justice movements, current issues, and identifies careers in social justice. This course will explore concepts of "feminism" "social justice" and "community."

• Action Project Core – This course develops the activist skills and strategies necessary to create and implement a social justice project or campaign. The class culminates with a community action completely facilitated and led by young people.

CREATIVE CLASSES: These classes follow an elective-type format, and each participant selects one creative course of their interest. Creative faculty design their own curriculum based on their own expertise and interests. We select courses that are rigorous, engaging, and relevant to the young women we work with. Courses should employ popular education approaches and be highly interactive.

• Creative Courses– These courses should have a hands-on focus on the arts (music, dance, visual arts, theater, writing, etc…) Past examples include:
  • Free in My Body – Dance & Movement Residency
  • Guerrilla Street Art – Young Women Claim Space in NYC
  • Herstory: Devising Theatre – An Interactive Space to Create Activist theatre

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for faculty members who:

• Are experienced youth workers or teaching artists, can set high expectations for students, can make material relevant and engaging, and can create a safe space and a sense of community within their classrooms
• Can relate to, and build with, young women from New York City
• Can teach three times a week for CORE or teach twice a week for CREATIVE and be able to students for at least 1 hour per week outside of class
• Will commit to attending 6-10 hours of mandatory professional development training on June 25^th and July 2^nd, 2014

Please note the salaries for each course vary.

• Core Faculty - $1,500 and Creative Faculty - $1,000

HOW TO APPLY

Please note the application is a two part process.
Step 1: Complete your contact information HERE.
Step 2: Submit the following documents via email in PDF or Microsoft Word format to: faculty@sadienash.org. Please include First & Last Name, and include "SET: Creative Course" or "SET: Core Course" in subject line.

1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. For SET CORE: Please attach a one session proposal. It should focus on a historical or contemporary case study illustrating the concepts of the class. It could highlight a leader, a movement, a contemporary news story, a film, etc… Please include a detailed agenda with activities, discussion questions, etc… as well as the outcomes you hope to achieve in this session and the themes (ie: intersectionality, pitfalls of traditional leadership, etc…) you hope to address
4. For SET CREATIVE: Please attach a one-page proposal for the course you are interested in teaching. It should include a description of the course. It should also include a brief rationale as to how it fits into the overall mission of SNLP, our philosophy or goals. It should address the outcomes you hope to achieve over the course of the summer program, and it should present a brief 8 session outline for the course. (You do not need to describe each class, but please show the direction of the course and the topics you expect to cover)

The deadline for faculty applications is Monday, March 10th 2014.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond immediately to every application. We will contact you within approximately four weeks if an interview is requested. We will do our best to notify you as quickly as possible of your application status decisions. No calls please.
SNLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are looking for a diverse applicant pool and strongly encourage women of color, immigrants, members of the LGBTQ community, and students from low-income and working class backgrounds to apply.

Please visit our website: http:www.sadienash.org for more information.

Thank you for your interest in our work and in this position!

Deputy Director, Choices in Childbirth, New York, NY

Deputy Director

Posted on: November 14, 2013
Application deadline: December 22, 2013
Posted by: Choices in Childbirth

DESCRIPTION

Choices in Childbirth (CiC) envisions a world where every mother has access to maternity care that is safe, healthy, equitable, empowering, and deeply satisfying. Our mission is to improve maternity care by providing the public, especially childbearing women and their families, with the information necessary to make fully informed decisions relating to how, where, and with whom they will give birth. Our goal is to promote evidence-based mother-friendly childbirth options through public education, consumer advocacy, and pioneering policy reform efforts.

The Deputy Director will be a senior staff member in a small, feminist organization and will work closely with the Executive Director to envision and implement public education, consumer advocacy, policy reform programs. The Deputy Director will cultivate and revision existing programs and collaborate with community members to identify and address emerging needs.

This is an extraordinary opportunity for a seasoned manager who has a deep commitment to social justice issues, a strong capacity to implement actionable change, and who is passionate about creatively applying new technologies to further social justice efforts.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Program Management: The Deputy Director will manage existing programs, including the NYC Report project, Guide to a Healthy Birth, Healthy Birth Choices Workshops, the Online Provider Network, and will provide direct support for expectant parents in NYC. This includes developing communications strategies, coordinating staff, interns and volunteers, and managing and implementing project timelines, work plans, and budgets.

• Program Re-visioning: The Deputy Director will convene experts in technology, new media and social entrepreneurship to explore how CiC's current initiatives, including the Guide to a Healthy Birth and Online Provider Network, might be re-visioned as income-generating initiatives. These efforts will also focus on improving organizational technology infrastructure, overall.

• Fundraising Events: The Deputy Director will help select and manage event planning consultants and will work closely with the Board, volunteers, and other stakeholders to organize a Ten-Year Anniversary event that will celebrate CiC's efforts to date. The Director will also produce an annual 5k Fun-Run/Wellness fair fundraising event.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a BA, MA preferred;
• 7- 10 years of experience with three of those in a team management role;

• Understanding and commitment to social justice issues, preferably including reproductive health, reproductive justice and maternal health rights;
• Demonstrated success developing and operationalizing innovative programs, particularly those with strong communications and technology components;
• Strong project management skills managing complex, multifaceted projects resulting in measurable successes and program growth;

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Experience renovating and improving websites, developing apps, and improving databases;
• Strong computer skills; web development and database (Etapestry) experience required;
• Fundraising and financial management expertise;
• Organized, structured and able to see projects from start to finish;
• Self-starter and extremely motivated;
• Flexibility to adapt to changes while maintaining fidelity to program goals;
• Creativity and good humor;
• Strong leadership and the ability to balance vision with execution;
• A deep commitment to the Choices in Childbirth mission;

COMPENSATION: Salary with a generous benefits package.
LOCATION: New York City

Choices in Childbirth is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to engaging the leadership of people of color, low-income persons, LGBT persons, differently-abled people, and other people from diverse backgrounds. People from these and other traditionally marginalized backgrounds and communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

The position is open until filled. Please e-mail hr@choicesinchildbirth.org with the subject line "Deputy Director" and include the following:

• Resume highlighting relevant experience
• Cover letter indicating interest and qualifications with salary request, and
• Writing sample

Program Associate, Sadie Nash Leadership Project, New York, NY

Program Associate

Posted on: October 4, 2013
Posted by: Sadie Nash Leadership Project

MISSION

Our mission is to strengthen, empower, and equip young women as agents of change in their lives and the world. By increasing the participation of young women in social, political and economic decision making, SNLP seeks to question and redefine the nature of leadership, and to promote perspectives and practices that are cooperative, accountable, ethical, and effective.

DESCRIPTION

Sadie Nash Leadership Project is seeking a dynamic, energetic and qualified Program Associate for our Newark, NJ team. The Program Associate will work closely with the Program Coordinator to plan and implement social justice based programs for young women (ages 14-22). The Program Associate will also directly support afterschool and summer programs while building meaningful and healthy relationships with participants and the larger Newark community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop curriculum and facilitate leadership and social justice programming for young women in SNLP programs
• Manage SNLP internship program including training youth, establishing strong partnerships with local organizations, and evaluating program and conducting site visits
• Support outreach and selection initiatives for all programs
• Recruit, train, and support summer staff
• Assist with field trips, college visits, and special events
• Provide informal mentoring and support to participants and alums
• Co-develop new programming and initiatives to best meet the needs of participants
• Assist with site visits and data gathering for grants and reports
• Evening and Saturday availability required
• Drivers license and access to a car preferred
Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

[BA/BS or equivalent experience]
• Experience facilitating and developing curriculum
• Experience working with youth, especially young women (ages 14-22)
• Familiarity with popular education principles and methodologies
• Familiarity with Newark and/or Northern Jersey area strongly desired
• Excellent project management skills
• Strong organization, communication, listening and problem solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Creative, good humored, independent, team-player, flexible and mature
• Commitment to social justice
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups in terms of ideologies, race, religion, class, sexual orientation, nationality, and ability
• Comfortable with and excited about our mission and goals and able to put them into practice

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a resume and cover letter via email to search@sadienash.org.

Subject line: Newark Program Associate – First and last name

Thank you for your interest in our work and in this position! -- SNLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are looking for a diverse applicant pool and strongly encourage women of color, immigrants, members of the LGBTQ community, and applicants from low-income and working class backgrounds to apply. We are especially seeking candidates from New Jersey or Newark.

Saturday SAT Prep Instructor, Sadie Nash Leadership Project, Newark, NJ

Saturday SAT Prep Instructor

Posted on: August 29, 2013
Application deadline: September 27, 2013
Posted by: Sadie Nash Leadership Project

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

Sadie Nash Leadership Project (SNLP) is a unique educational and leadership program for young women aged 14-22. At SNLP, we believe that every young woman is a leader, and we offer programs and classes to further develop that leadership.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Seeking a dynamic and qualified SAT instructor to work in collaboration with the Sadie Nash Leadership Project (SNLP) in Newark, NJ. Instructor will develop and facilitate a class focusing on substantive components of the SAT exam as well as stress management and social justice topics.
The course should primarily focus on increasing students' confidence, knowledge, and test taking skills. It should also include some stress management techniques and provide some exploration of social justice issues surrounding the SAT. (Examples: Debates around racial and gender disparity in testing).

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and implement interactive and youth centered SAT prep curriculum
• Track, document and assess young women's progress by reviewing test scores and conducting informal check-in's
• Ability to adapt instruction to meet varying levels and or needs
• Communicate regularly with Program Coordinator about young women's progress and needs

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Expertise in SAT prep instruction, ideally in group setting
• Knowledge of SAT test, test-taking strategies, and educational goals
• Experience facilitating and developing activity based curricula
• Experience working with youth, especially young women (ages 14-22)
• Familiarity with popular education principles and methodologies
• Strong organization, communication, listening and problem solving skills
• Creative, good humored, independent, flexible and mature
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups in terms of ideologies, race, religion, class, sexual orientation, nationality, and ability
• Comfortable with and excited about our mission and goals and able to put them into practice

DETAILS

Dates: Saturdays starting September 28th for 10 weeks. (Opportunity to continue for Spring Cycle)
Time: 10 am – 12:30 pm
Compensation: $40/hr

HOW TO APPLY

SNLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are looking for a diverse applicant pool and strongly encourage women of color, immigrants, members of the LGBTQ community, and applicants from low-income and working class backgrounds to apply.

Applications accepted until position is filled. Please submit a resume and cover letter via email to Newark@sadienash.org.

Please visit our website: www.sadienash.org for more information.

Thank you for your interest in our work and in this position!

Partnership Program Faculty, Sadie Nash Leadership Project, Brooklyn, NY

Partnership Program Faculty (part-time)

Posted on: July 16, 2013
Application deadline: August 5, 2013
Posted by: Sadie Nash Leadership Project

DESCRIPTION

Sadie Nash Leadership Project (SNLP) is a unique educational and leadership program for young women aged 14-22. At SNLP, we believe that every young woman is a leader, and we offer programs and classes to further develop that leadership.

We are currently seeking experienced and creative educators to facilitate leadership classes in SNLP's Partnership Program in New York City. Through the Partnership Program, SNLP partners with schools and community-based organizations in the New York area to offer courses in leadership, social justice, youth activism and self-empowerment. SNLP's Partnership Program is especially committed to supporting harder-to-reach youth throughout New York City.

Major responsibilities of Partnership Faculty include:

• Facilitating a social justice oriented curriculum focusing on leadership, identity, feminism, and issues facing young women
• Facilitating a class that meets regularly, once or twice a week at a school or community based organization. Classes are typically held during the school day or after school hours
• Attending ALL staff development meetings and individualized program support meetings, regularly held on Friday mornings every 2-3 weeks
• Regularly documenting and reporting student attendance and progress
• Serving as a liaison between SNLP and the partnership site

The ideal candidate:

• Has at least two years of prior experience working with high school aged youth
• Is passionate about the feminist and social justice values of the Sadie Nash model
• Is a skilled facilitator and youth worker
• Is flexible, dynamic, responsible, mature, and detail oriented
• Is punctual, reliable, and organized

Faculty will receive an hourly rate of $40/hr and will be compensated at a rate of $20/hr for staff meetings. All educators receive one hour of paid prep per week at $40/hr.

HOW TO APPLY

Please email your resume and cover letter to trixie@sadienash.org or fax it to 718.422.8663 by Monday August 5th, 2013. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Development Intern, Asian Pacific Islander Legal Outreach, San Francisco, CA

Development Intern

Posted on: May 15, 2013
Posted by: Asian Pacific Islander Legal Outreach

DESCRIPTION

API Legal Outreach is the largest social justice legal organization serving the Asian and Pacific Islander communities of the Greater Bay Area.

Founded in 1975, our mission is to provide culturally competent and linguistically appropriate legal representation to the most marginalized segments of the API community including women, seniors, immigrants, and youth.

With offices in Oakland and San Francisco, our practice is focused in the areas of Domestic Violence/Family Law, Immigration and Immigrant Rights, Senior Law/Elder Abuse, Anti-Human Trafficking, Disability Rights, and other social justice Issues.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with planning the annual fundraising dinner and other events.

1. Solicit donations for the auction at the annual dinner.
2. Solicit companies to place advertisements in the annual report.
3. Follow up with potential sponsors.
4. Update donor database and provide general administrative support.
5. May be called upon to conduct community outreach and draft public education materials.
6. Work with media including press releases, newsletters, and public service announcements.
7. Some evening meetings will be required.
8. Some travel around the city (San Francisco) required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 16-20 hours per week during the summer and through mid-October 2013, preferably spread throughout week.

1. Demonstrated ability to actively pursue fundraising goals.
2. Demonstrated commitment to social justice and to serving disadvantaged Asian and Pacific Islander communities.
3. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
4. Word processing, Microsoft Excel and Internet skills required.
5. Ability to meet deadlines.
6. Ability to work independently.
7. Ability to work well in a team-oriented, multi-cultural work environment.
8. Bilingual and/or bicultural skills preferred.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, send cover letter and resume with 3 references to jchoi@apilegaloutreach.org.
Position is open until filled. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Youth Organizer, Family Violence Law Center, Oakland, CA

Youth Organizer

Posted on: May 10, 2013
Posted by: Family Violence Law Center

DESCRIPTION

The Family Violence Law Center (FVLC) is working to end domestic violence in Alameda County. Our holistic approach integrates violence prevention with comprehensive intervention services. We also work to address and change barriers for survivors within the legal, health, education, and criminal justice systems. As one of California's oldest agencies serving abuse victims, FVLC is recognized as a leader for delivering exceptional services and advocating for long-term social change regarding violence. Since 1996, FVLC's Youth Program has educated middle and high school students on dating violence prevention throughout Alameda County. The Youth Program has also recruited, trained and developed high school students to become peer educators for younger students.

OVERVIEW

The Youth Organizer will be responsible for identifying and training youth leaders to be educators and organizers working to increase understanding and take action against dating violence in the context of community violence. This person will reach out to networks of individuals and organizations to ensure Oakland youth have opportunities to be change agents in their communities in order to end violence. The Youth Organizer should be firmly grounded in social justice theory - specifically, popular education - have strong community organizing experience, and must be excited at the prospect of growing with our organization as we move to increase community engagement. The primary goal of the Youth Organizer will be to support Oakland youth and community members to make the connection between community violence and teen dating/domestic violence.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

A successful Youth Organizer is someone who is at their best in dynamic situations. You have the ability to perform professionally and a willingness to change directions, modify objectives and refine goals when the circumstances demand. You are a self-starter who can recognize when processes can be improved and will take the initiative to improve them.

The Youth Organizer also recognizes and cultivates the potential in others and prepares them for the future. When you interact with others, your goal is to help them experience success. You are fulfilled by seeing growth in others, and people often seek you out for help and encouragement. You connect with youth and diverse community members with ease. You are comfortable interacting with different kinds of people and find it easy to carry on a conversation in a variety of settings.The Youth Organizer is aware of their responsibility towards others and has a strong value system. You are considerate, caring and accepting. The Youth Organizer acts as a bridge builder for people from different backgrounds. You can appreciate different perspectives and connect people to one another. You can also energize others and people look to you to envision what could be.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Youth Organizing
 Identify, outreach to, and connect with youth within various Oakland communities.
 Train youth to be peer leaders and support initiatives that both end violence and support positive community-level change.
 Partner with youth leaders to design and implement campaigns to change school policies concerning teen dating violence.
 Coordinate meetings, events, and activities for youth and allies.
 Work with youth to develop and deliver culturally relevant youth education, dialogue and organizing.
 Provide technical assistance around youth leadership development and teen dating violence prevention to external community partners.
Program Management
 Work with the project Curriculum Consultant and the Youth Program Manager to create and implement youth leadership development activities.
 Work with the Youth Program Manager to ensure services provided have the desired impact on participants.
 Work with the project Evaluation Consultant and the Youth Program Manager to determine the best data-tracking methods and then use these methods to track participants and progress towards achieving identified goals/benchmarks.

QUALIFICATIONS

 Experience with youth and/or community organizing and engagement.
 Familiarity with Oakland strengths and challenges, its neighborhoods, and institutions.
 Excellent group and individual communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to apply these skills across a range of relationships and environments, including with youth, colleagues, and external partners.
 Belief in youth capacity for leadership. Knowledge of youth development models and experience supporting the leadership development of youth.
 Desire for and comfort with young people taking the lead. The Youth Organizer must be able to motivate youth and support their self-determination while also creating and enforcing systems of accountability.
 A demonstrated commitment to social justice, peace-building, equity, and the eradication of dating and domestic violence from our communities.
 Experience engaging multiple stakeholders in collaborative processes for collective impact.
 Understanding an analysis of the systemic nature of oppression, particularly the intersection of gender, race, sexual identity, and class.
 Comfort working in low-income communities of color.
 Ability to be flexible and creatively adapt to challenging situations.
 Experience with popular education preferred.
 Bilingual and bicultural preferred (Spanish - English).
 Valid California Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle.
COMPENSATION: Salary based on experience. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account, and generous vacation plan.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@fvlc.org. Review of applications will begin June 3, 2013 and continue until the position is filled.

NON-DISCRIMINATION: Family Violence Law Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or intersex are encouraged to apply. FVLC maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees and applicants for employment. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, physical disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition, perceived physical disability or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by statute.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; sit; drive; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions except when such accommodation would cause Family Violence Law Center an undue hardship

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment includes settings of educational institutions, community places, and office environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions except when such accommodation would cause Family Violence Law Center an undue hardship.

Community Mobilization Manager, National Network of Abortion Funds, Boston, MA

Community Mobilization Manager

Posted on: April 29, 2013
Posted by: National Network of Abortion Funds

DESCRIPTION

The National Network of Abortion Funds (the Network) is a national organization dedicated to increasing access to abortion for low-income women and girls. Founded in 1993 by 22 pioneering abortion Funds, the Network now includes nearly 100 Funds in 40 states, the District of Columbia, Mexico, Canada, Sweden, and the United Kingdom, as well as one international web-based Fund. The Network supports its members to provide direct financial support for abortions to low-income women and girls, and conducts grassroots, state, and national organizing, advocacy, public education and policy work to ensure that women most in need have access to abortion and full reproductive health care.

The Community Mobilization Manager is a key member of the Network's advocacy and member support teams. This position coordinates Network-priority advocacy and movement-building efforts with member Funds and other partners, and ensures engagement of member Funds in these efforts. The Community Mobilization Manager also works to build a strong network of advocates and leaders within abortion Funds that reflects those who face the greatest barriers to abortion – low-income women, women of color, and young women.

The Network is a social justice organization and is committed to diversity in both its programmatic work and staffing with regard to race, culture, ethnicity, class, religion, physical ability, age, gender, and sexual orientation.

This is a new, full-time position based in the Boston office (preferred). This position reports to the Deputy Director and will work closely with abortion Fund activists, staff, and volunteers. Frequent travel within the U.S. is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Fund Advocacy: Identify advocacy strategies that build on strengths of abortion Funds. Ensure engagement of Funds in advocacy efforts to increase access to abortion for women most in need. Develop skilled and engaged advocates within abortion Funds, help Funds educate, engage, and activate their supporters for advocacy purposes. Serve as the staff point person for Fund members on any advocacy questions, interests, or opportunities.

• Work in close partnership with member support staff to identify Funds who need support and develop and implement recommendations to increase capacity of member Funds to undertake advocacy at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Provide training and support of abortion Fund activists in key organizing, advocacy, and communications skills.
• Conduct on-going technical assistance, providing Fund activists with strategic assistance, resources, and materials to conduct advocacy activities in their communities.
• Responsible for communications to member Funds regarding advocacy activities and opportunities.

Storytelling: Develop programming to support ethical collection and sharing of stories of women helped by abortion Funds. Develop materials outlining best practices and systems for storytelling for advocacy purposes. Provide support to Fund members and women who want to share their stories.

Building the Movement Leadership Program: Manage and further develop program to promote Fund leadership among women of color, low-income women, and young women. Work with staff/board task force to provide training, networking, and support to increase leadership skills for participants. Manage application process. In addition, support Fund efforts to engage women served by their Fund as leaders, spokeswomen, and advocates.

Coalition Leadership: Represent the Network on the movement-building and federal strategies teams of a national coalition to restore Medicaid coverage of abortion, co-led by the Network. Contribute to the development of strategies and activities informed by the experiences of Funds on the ground. Identify opportunities for Fund involvement in coalition strategies.

Program Planning, Communications, and Fundraising: Participate with other staff and board in collaborative planning of Network programs. Support fundraising efforts including calling and meeting with donors and drafting reports on activities for funders, as requested by fundraising staff. Responsible for communicating progress and success of advocacy efforts and programs to Funds, allies, funders, and staff/board, as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Commitment to abortion access and full reproductive health care for all women; commitment to women's rights, social, economic, and racial justice.
• Experience and demonstrated skill in community organizing, and/or grassroots issue or policy advocacy campaigns, or political campaigns.
• Knowledge of and experience with the legislative process.
• Experience and demonstrated skill in leadership development, volunteer development and building active participation of leaders in advocacy efforts, strongly preferred.
• A creative, resourceful approach to problem-solving, including strong analytic, strategic and planning skills along with demonstrated aptitude for taking initiative on projects.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Good judgment, political sensitivity and savvy.
• Experience working with small, low-infrastructure organizations and volunteers. Affinity and appreciation for grassroots organizations.
• Ability to work with diverse staff, board, and Fund activists with sense of humor and flexibility.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should email their resume, cover letter, and a brief writing sample (no more than 3 pages) to National Network of Abortion Funds at: jobs@fundabortionnow.org.

Please use this subject line: Community Mobilization Manager Search

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Women of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Competitive salary, dependent on experience. Excellent benefits and vacation package.