Jobs for Change

Marketing Manager

Salsa Labs — 2010-03-18T15:10:11-07:00

Be a part of the hippest, do-gooder tech firm in the DC area that helps organizations and campaigns organize online.

Salsa Labs is seeking an experienced Marketing Manager to join our growing Business Development team. The position’s overall goal is to broaden our audience of potential users, enhance our brand reputation, and convert prospective users into clients. This position is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level person with experience in design, marketing, and web who is eager to make his or her mark in the social change movement in a dynamic environment.

The Marketing Manager will coordinate both online (websites) and offline (print) materials and projects, develop and implement a coordinated marketing and advertising programs based on the roll-out of new products and programs, manage program budgets, and track and report on results. Working with the entire Biz Dev team, the Marking Manager will develop and implement plans aligned with the organization’s strategic goals and will report to the SVP, Business Development.

Responsibilities:

Identifying new opportunities, whether paid, earned or “free” for raising the organization’s profile and enhancing its reputation among prospective users and referral resources accessed by prospective users;
Support Business Development team by producing compelling and graphically sophisticated presentations and materials
Full management of SalsaLabs.com website which includes:
Responsible for assisting in the day-to-day programming of key areas of website, including the homepage, special features, blogs and other key sections of the site
Responsible for ensuring that all content produced and published fits the overall brand and site strategy for that property. This includes providing direction to bloggers, editors, and other individuals preparing content (including, but not limited to text, graphics, audio and video)
Handle ongoing site operations including videos, images, sales promos, bios and other elements
Responsible for understanding site performance via web-based tracking tools and keeping an eye on competition and trends, implementing findings into the overarching strategic plan
Collaborate with sales team to create proposals in response to RFPs with custom graphic design and document creation
Track overall marketing program progress and prepare final reports for SVP of Business Development
Work with team on the design and execution of:
Marketing materials including product description sheets, presentations, case studies and other program collateral
Developing event-specific marketing collateral
Development of online marketing programs, including search engine marketing and social media
Producing and editing email newsletters, postcards, and other promotions
Preparing and managing production schedules for all campaigns
Managing outside designers as necessary
Maintaining general expertise in current online communications practices and testing and implementing nontraditional outreach channels as possible

We are an organization that operates with the soul of a nonprofit and the savvy of a business. People who thrive here are those who enjoy doing good in a fast-moving (sometime chaotic) working environment that’s always focused on growing and achieving results.

Salsa Labs, Wired for Change and DemocracyInAction are equal opportunity employers and seek to build a diverse staff representative of the communities they serve. Women, minorities, LGBT are strongly encouraged to apply.

In additional to our casual (dog friendly!) work environment we have an excellent benefits package that includes:

3 weeks of paid vacation (4 weeks after two years)
14 paid holidays (includes 3 days between Christmas and New Year's)
Paid sick leave
Paid time off for volunteer opportunities
CareFirst Health and Dental insurance
Flex Time / Telecommuting options
Metro SmartBenefits
401K with percentage matching benefits

Union Organizer

Colorado Workers for Innovation and New Solutions — 2010-03-18T12:09:09-07:00

Colorado WINS is the vibrant new local union of state employees making historic gains to secure quality public services and jobs organizing across Colorado. WINS is the first joint local of the three largest public employee unions in the country – the AFSCME, AFT & SEIU. We are a democratic, member-driven organization representing state employees across all state departments and institutions. We strive to improve public services by working with management and stakeholders in order to address the needs of all Coloradans.

We are looking for a Field Organizer to join our team to do new member and leader recruitment and development to expand our capacity to win for front-line public servants.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and develop leadership;
Recruit new membership;
Organize workers and worksite actions;
Participate in contract/agreement campaigns;
Lead mobilization(s) and turn out for actions and meetings;
Maintain accurate worksite (building and worker) information;
Communicate with Campaign Lead Organizers and Coordinators;
Conduct effective house visits and one on one communication;
Conduct worker meetings and leadership meetings;
Conduct effective worksite visits

Senior Communications Associate, Western Region

Food & Water Watch — 2010-03-17T12:46:44-07:00

Food & Water Watch is a nonprofit consumer rights organization that challenges the corporate control and abuse of our food supply, oceans and water resources. We are seeking a Senior Communications Associate to implement media outreach strategies for regional, state and local campaigns in the Western Region.

The Senior Communications Associate will serve as the media point person for Food & Water Watch’s Western Region. Specifically, this person will be responsible for developing media messages and outreach strategies for water, food and fish-related issues relevant to the Western Region. This person will write all press materials for the region, including press releases, news advisories, pitch letters, talking points, letters to the editor, op-eds, Web site text and responses to Web news or blogs. The Senior Communications Associate will also work closely with the Communications Director and Western Region staff to plan and coordinate all media projects.

Candidates must have at least four years of professional media relations experience, writing expertise, strong leadership skills, and an ability to multi-task and work quickly in a fast-paced environment. A graduate degree in communications or a background in journalism is preferred.

This position is based in San Francisco, CA.

Specific responsibilities:

•    Lead the planning and implementation of regional, state and local media campaigns in the Western Region.
•    Build and maintain relationships with reporters, columnists, editorial writers and news and talk show producers who cover our issues.
•    Plan and write all press materials for the Western Region, including press releases, news advisories, pitch letters, editorial board memos, notes to press, talking points and Web content.
•    Develop and implement strategy for specific campaigns within the issue areas and oversee/coordinate with communications staff and campaign staff on events, report deadlines, etc.
•    Assist in message development, newsworthiness of content and press strategy for Western Region campaigns.
•    Respond to press inquiries, pitch stories to reporters and obtain op-ed placements and radio/TV interviews for staff experts.
•    Monitor media coverage of Western Region issues.
•    Maintain media database, build new media lists and research new media contacts.
•    Work closely with the Communications Director and Western Region staff to ensure constant media presence for each issue area.
•    Other duties as required.

Marketing and Communications Assistant

Living Beyond Breast Cancer — 2010-03-17T12:07:01-07:00

Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC) seeks a full-time (40 hours per week, including occasional evenings and weekends) marketing and communications assistant. This entry-level position provides marketing, media relations, writing, project management support and administration for a growing national nonprofit organization. The assistant works from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and reports to the marketing and communications manager. Primary responsibilities include:

Marketing, Media Relations and Writing (60 percent of time):

Write and distribute press releases, news advisories, calendar listings, fact sheets, PSAs, op-eds, editorials, letters to the editor and talking points
Write and edit brochures, postcards, profiles, Web site stories, newsletter stories and blast e-mails
Initiate, write and maintain social networking accounts and organizational blogs
Pitch reporters, create and maintain press lists and build relationships with local and national reporters and thought leaders
Assist with maintenance of a speaker’s bureau of professionals and consumers
Assist with media relations and marketing (including management of associated Web sites) for events, including the Annual Conference for Young Women Affected by Breast Cancer, Yoga Unites for Living Beyond Breast Cancer, The Butterfly Ball and third-party events
Assist with implementation of marketing campaigns using traditional and non-traditional methods, including purchasing print, radio and transit advertising; pitching PSAs; and carrying out search engine optimization, social networking, pay-per-click campaigns and innovative media
Develop and maintain digital press kits and office news clip file
Ensure the usage and integrity of the organization’s identity by enforcing visual and descriptive standards

Project Management Support and Administration (30 percent of time):

Answer office telephone, assist with data entry, provide general office support and act as first point of contact for organizational inquiries via email
Create an annual task calendar for marketing and media relations activities and communicate responsibilities regularly to staff
Coordinate photo and video shoots and assist with editing
Work with designers, printers, mail houses and other vendors to carry jobs from design to completion
Develop and maintain signage, slide shows and give-away merchandise for events
Assist with research, analysis and planning to help the organization better communicate with its constituencies
Assist with copyediting, proofreading and design expertise
Attend staff and department meetings and provide feedback on marketing-communications plan

Education requirements:

College degree required

Salary based on experience. Generous benefits package. Breast cancer survivors, people of color and multilingual speakers are encouraged to apply.

Special Assistant to the CEO/Chief of Staff

New Sector Alliance — 2010-03-17T09:01:33-07:00

ABOUT THE POSITION:

New Sector is seeking an energetic, articulate, and highly organized Special Assistant to the CEO/Chief of Staff to join our team. The Special Assistant to the CEO/Chief of Staff will provide high-level support to New Sector's CEO and Founder, serving as a trusted advisor and resource, and critical link in the communication between the CEO and New Sector staff and stakeholders. The Special Assistant to the CEO/Chief of Staff will serve as the "air traffic controller" for the organization, helping direct attention to priority matters and ensuring effective leverage of the CEO and senior management team's time and attention. The Special Assistant to the CEO/Chief of Staff will also serve as an important resource internally on issues such as human resources, talent, operations, and organizational performance. This is a unique opportunity to work across all areas of the organization and play a central role in ensuring that New Sector achieves its mission and ambitious growth strategy.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess highly developed interpersonal and influencing skills, superior organizational skills, strong judgment and tact, the ability to juggle multiple projects and details while driving toward deadlines, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Special Assistant to the CEO/Chief of Staff will assume a critical role in the organization. Key job responsibilities may include (but are not limited to) the following:

Manage the CEO's relationships and networks, including interfacing with New Sector's Board of Directors, donors, clients, alumni, program participants and other stakeholders
Serve as the main point of contact for the CEO, both with staff and external constituents
Manage the CEO's calendar, coordinating scheduling and logistics for internal and external meetings and responding appropriately to rapidly changing priorities
Provide support and follow-up for internal and external meetings (including filing, communications, materials, database management including data entry and maintenance, etc.)
Track priorities for the CEO and senior staff to ensure time and attention is focused most effectively
Attend meetings pertinent to the CEO's priorities and work streams, act as a surrogate when the CEO is not available, and communicate decisions and action items to appropriate parties
Anticipate and respond to CEO's needs relative to upcoming meetings and events; coordinate and manage appropriate resources
Manage activities of New Sector's Board of Directors, including regular communication, quarterly Board meetings and committee meetings
Assist with CEO's daily correspondence (emails, letters, etc.) including writing, transcribing, editing and proofing
Manage select correspondence distribution including generating recipient lists, mail merges, and assembly
Assist CEO with special projects including research, event planning and management, and preparation for speaking engagements

Senior Legislative Analyst

National Council of La Raza — 2010-03-17T07:20:02-07:00

The National Council of La Raza (NCLR)—the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States—works to improve opportunities for Hispanic Americans. Through its network of nearly 300 affiliated community-based organizations (CBOs), NCLR reaches millions of Hispanics each year in 41 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. To achieve its mission, NCLR conducts applied research, policy analysis, and advocacy, providing a Latino perspective in five key areas—assets/investments, civil rights/immigration, education, employment and economic status, and health. In addition, it provides capacity-building assistance to its Affiliates who work at the state and local level to advance opportunities for individuals and families.

Founded in 1968, NCLR is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan, tax-exempt organization headquartered in Washington, DC. NCLR serves all Hispanic subgroups in all regions of the country and has operations in Atlanta, Chicago, Long Beach, Los Angeles, New York, Phoenix, Sacramento, San Antonio, and San Juan, Puerto Rico. For more information, please visit www.nclr.org.

JOB DESCRIPTION

NCLR is seeking a Senior Legislative Analyst to work in its Washington, DC office. This position will support the Economic and Employment Policy Project by providing highly skilled legislative and political strategies in support of NCLR’s goals. Issue areas covered include energy policy, job training, job creation, job quality, public and private retirement programs, and a range of antipoverty policies such as tax credits and temporary assistance for needy families. The Senior Legislative Analyst will work to improve NCLR’s visibility on Capitol Hill and support legislative goals in all areas, with a stronger focus on energy and retirement policy in the first few months. Working with a diverse group of experts, researchers, and key policymakers at the federal, state, and local levels, the Senior Legislative Analyst will promote the implementation of legislation that results in positive economic and employment policy outcomes on behalf of the Latino community.

NCLR offers a collaborative, team-based environment that fosters a culture of ideas and debate. We approach our work from multiple perspectives and methods, understanding both the specific issues and the larger interrelated systems across the field of economic and employment policy. The Senior Legislative Analyst will work closely with other members of the policy team and co-workers with extensive expertise in communications, editing/production, media, fundraising, special events, and marketing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop strategic plans to drive legislative work.
Build coalitions to advance priorities in economic and employment policy areas.
Expand economic and employment policy knowledge.
Prepare white papers, testimony, policy memos, administrative comments, etc. Summarize longer research products into talking points and brief fact sheets for Capital Hill staff and other stakeholders.
Draft legislative language and concept papers in consultation with the NCLR Legislative Director.
Conduct strategic administrative and congressional lobbying and education activities.
Make presentations to legislators and legislative staff and prepare internal reports on work progress.
Manage legislative events and support leadership.
Participate in media interviews and other outreach activities.

Salsa Support Specialist

Salsa Labs — 2010-03-16T22:31:44-07:00

Salsa Support Specialist (DIA 501c3)

DemocracyInAction is seeking a tech-savvy individual with experience in online organizing to work with the client services team to provide timely and effective technical and strategic support for Salsa users. This is a great opportunity to gain invaluable experience working closely with a variety of organizations with sophisticated online organizing strategies. The Salsa Support Specialist will assist with front line technical support, tracking support requests, maintaining and updating quality documentation and serving as a liaison between the technical team and the Salsa community.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

Triage support requests as they come in via phone and e-mail

Resolve or delegate support issues

Resolve escalated tickets related to tier/responsibility

Assist in resolving other escalated tickets whenever possible

Document and report on usage of software and user preferences

Maintain and update support documentation in SalsaCommons.org

Monitor and comment on forum topics posted on SalsaCommons.org

Conduct online training and strategy sessions

Be a part of the hippest, do-gooder tech firm in the DC area that helps organizations and campaigns organize online.

Wired for Change and DemocracyInAction are equal opportunity employers and seek to build a diverse staff representative of the communities they serve. Women, minorities, LGBT are strongly encouraged to apply.

In additional to our casual (dog friendly!) work environment we have an excellent benefits package that includes:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation (4 weeks after two years)

• 14 paid holidays (includes 3 days between Christmas and New Year's)

• Paid sick leave

• Paid time off for volunteer opportunities

• CareFirst Health and Dental insurance

• Flex Time / Telecommuting options

• Metro SmartBenefits

• 401K with percentage matching benefits

Media Relations Manager

Economic Policy Institute — 2010-03-16T09:01:31-07:00

Media Relations Manager

The Economic Policy Institute (EPI), the nation's leading progressive economic think tank, is seeking an experienced Media Relations Manager to join our organization and advance our mission of raising the economic status of low- and middle-income Americans and securing shared prosperity.

The Media Relations Manager directs EPI’s media relations with the goal of increased public awareness of the Institute’s research and the Institute itself. He/she is responsible for designing and implementing media strategies for print, broadcast, electronic, and social media, developing media contacts for the organization, fielding media inquiries and pitching story ideas to reporters and producers. The Media Relations Manager also writes or oversees the writing of press releases, op-eds, blog posts, press advisories, fact sheets and other materials used for public dissemination.

The ideal candidate would possess:

1. Ability to (a) think strategically about the interrelationship between media relations & public policy and (b) create strategic media relations plans.

2. Ability to communicate effectively with journalists, research community, staff, government officials, funders, sponsors, and key constituents. Relationships with journalists a strong plus.

3. Knowledge of social media platforms.

4. Ability to respond quickly to breaking news.

5. Excellent communicator skills in both oral and written presentations for diverse audiences.

6. Proficient management and organizational skills.

7. Leadership skills to motivate and guide staff to achieve organizational goals.

Key responsibilities include:

In consultation with the Communications Director, President, Vice President, and Senior Staff, develops media relations strategies for the Institute and its research. Develops and implements all inclusive strategies (print, broadcast, electronic and social media) for individual research reports, EPI events and other activities, and for shaping organizational image.
Develops media contacts for the Institute and its scholars. Schedules print, broadcast and electronic media interviews for economists. Fulfills journalist and general public requests for information.
Pitches story ideas based on EPI research to journalists, editors and producers- print, broadcast and electronic.
Writes and edits press releases, press advisories, op-eds, talking points, blog posts, and other organizational materials as needed.
Provides media training and advice for staff economists and research associates. Prepares economists and experts for media appearances.
Responsible for keeping Communications Director up to date on major developments affecting EPI image among media, opinion makers, and the general public.
Plans and arranges press conferences and calls.
Supervise assistant media relations manager.
Other duties as assigned.

Social Media Fellow

EARN — 2010-03-15T16:48:05-07:00

ABOUT THE POSITION
This is a full-time, paid fellowship with excellent benefits; the fellowship period runs for 12 months. There may be the possibility of renewal for a second fellowship period.

The ideal Fellow will have a significant professional track record in social media and a strong interest in EARN’s mission. EARN takes a unique approach to changing the lives of low-income families across the Bay Area, California, and the nation. We work directly with thousands of low-wage workers, and we leverage our on-the-ground experience to publish our applied research, build grassroots constituencies, and educate policy leaders. The Social Media Fellow will increase our ability to communicate with all of these key audiences and to involve them in our work – as policy champions, voters, donors, and even potential clients. Working closely with other members of the EARN team, the Fellow will craft and share EARN’s messaging using social networking tools such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Idealist, and Change.org.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Senior Policy Associate and the Development Associate, the Social Media Fellow will:

Constantly populate and maintain EARN’s social media profiles (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, frequent posts to EARN’s blogs, Wikipedia, LinkedIn, Flickr, etc.)
Craft catchy messaging to attract current and new audiences
Experiment and analyze to target EARN’s messaging to specific audiences via different social media channels
Research and identify new and potentially effective social media sites and techniques to help reinforce EARN’s online presence, including joining online conversations (e.g. commenting on related blogs, retweeting) to broaden our social networks
Coordinate among several teams and act as a liaison to the public, ensuring that EARN news and events from all teams are represented online
Organize social-media-driven events to galvanize support and build networks.
Perform limited updates to EARN’s website as needed to support social media work
With EARN staff, set goals for social media performance, and generate reports to track progress
In coordination with other teams, develop EARN’s social media policies
In coordination with other teams, develop blueprint for online client/alumni community

Community Organizer

Connecticut Yankee Council, Boy Scouts of America — 2010-03-15T09:39:05-07:00

Community Organizer – The Connecticut Yankee Council, Boy Scouts of America has a full time opening for a Community Organizer to work in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Please see the job description below. For additional information please contact Jonathan Glassman at 203-876-6868 ext. 237 or jonathan.glassman@scouting.org. Resumes can be submitted via email or mailed to Connecticut Yankee Council BSA, Attn: Jonathan Glassman, P.O. Box 32, Milford, CT 06460.

General Job Description

Self directing, energetic, personable, success oriented, motivated individual who can advocate and promote the vision of Scouting
Bachelor Degree preferred/Life experience can be considered
Bi-lingual – Spanish speaking preferred but not required
Ability to manage 5-6 program specialists
Demonstrated finance skills with the ability to manage program budgets
Familiar with and experience working within Bridgeport’s diverse ethnic and cultural communities
Demonstrated skills and success in grass-roots community organizing, working to empower both adults and youth to develop sustainable volunteer organizations
Knowledge of Boy Scouting or experience with other youth serving organizations helpful but not required

Anticipated start - May 2010

Salsa Enterprise and Node Manager

Salsa Labs — 2010-03-11T17:08:49-08:00

Be a part of the hippest, do-gooder tech firm in the DC area that helps organizations and campaigns organize online.

Salsa Labs is seeking a tech-savvy individual with experience in online organizing to work with the Node Management team to provide timely and effective technical and strategic support for Enterprise and Node clients – both high-profile nonprofit and political organizations with large databases and complex online strategies. This is a great opportunity to gain invaluable experience working closely with a variety of organizations with sophisticated online organizing strategies.

The Enterprise and Node Manager will be assigned several clients for whom s/he will serve as the primary point of contact for all support questions, ongoing strategic advice and management of custom development projects. Additionally, s/he will provide backup technical support for other organizations, with additional duties of maintaining and updating quality documentation and serving as a liaison between the tech team and Salsa community.

Responsibilities:

Quickly respond to support questions from specific clients with an immediate answer or indication that request has been triaged
Serve as a liaison between clients and tech staff to successfully accomplish custom development projects
Test, troubleshoot and document bugs and feature improvements for existing and newly developed Salsa applications (“packages”)
Help clients measure and evaluate success (i.e. pulling custom queries from the database and analyzing)
Develop case studies based on the success of clients
Document and share best practices within the Salsa community
Maintain and update support documentation in SalsaCommons.org
Monitor and comment on forum topics posted on SalsaCommons.org
Conduct online training and strategy sessions
Provide strategic and technical advice to large clients on how they can be using Salsa tools more effectively for their online efforts through regular proactive phone or in-person meetings

In additional to our casual (dog friendly!) work environment we have an excellent benefits package that includes:

3 weeks of paid vacation (4 weeks after two years)
14 paid holidays (includes 3 days between Christmas and New Year's)
Paid sick leave
Paid time off for volunteer opportunities
CareFirst Health and Dental insurance
Flex Time / Telecommuting options
Metro SmartBenefits
401K with percentage matching benefits

New User Specialist

Salsa Labs — 2010-03-11T17:04:09-08:00

Be a part of the hippest, do-gooder tech firm in the DC area that helps organizations and campaigns organize online.

Salsa Labs is seeking a tech-savvy individual with experience in online organizing to work with the Member Services team to work with new clients as they join the Salsa community. This is a great opportunity to gain invaluable experience working closely with a variety of organizations with sophisticated online organizing strategies.

The New User Specialist will be responsible for working with new clients, helping them setup their new account and transitioning them to the basic support channels upon setup completion. S/he will need to project manage the setup and migration for new clients from existing platforms to Salsa. S/he will be responsible for mapping and importing data, creating email templates, creating website templates and helping to troubleshoot gateway/merchant account issues.

Responsibilities:

Quickly respond to new clients and arrange a timeline for migration
Serve as project manager for new client setup
Test, troubleshoot and document bugs and feature improvements for existing and newly developed Salsa applications (“packages”)
Help clients measure and evaluate success (i.e. pulling custom queries from the database and analyzing)
Develop case studies based on the success of clients
Document and share best practices within the Salsa community
Maintain and update support documentation in SalsaCommons.org
Monitor and comment on forum topics posted on SalsaCommons.org
Conduct online training and strategy sessions
Provide strategic and technical advice to large clients on how they can be using Salsa tools more effectively for their online efforts through regular proactive phone or in-person meetings

In additional to our casual (dog friendly!) work environment we have an excellent benefits package that includes:

3 weeks of paid vacation (4 weeks after two years)
14 paid holidays (includes 3 days between Christmas and New Year's)
Paid sick leave
Paid time off for volunteer opportunities
CareFirst Health and Dental insurance
Flex Time / Telecommuting options
Metro SmartBenefits
401K with percentage matching benefits

Teachers for Change

Women In Non Traditional Employment Roles / Rosie the Riveter High School — 2010-03-11T16:48:45-08:00

Looking for a dynamic, diverse, student-centered school environment in which to work?

Do you have a genuine desire to build a career in progressive education?

Do you want to challenge yourself and serve as an advisor / mentor to 100 “at promised” students?

Rosie the Riveter is committed to excellence not only in academics but also in a broad spectrum of areas including; social justice, community service, leadership, and environmental education.

Rosie the Riveter High School, a non-profit, independent charter school, offers a range of professional opportunities, small classes (1-20 ratios) as well as a highly-competitive benefits package for full-time employees.

If you are interested in working at Rosie the Riveter teaching students in grades 9-12, please check the job listings below.

FT English Teacher

FT Mathematics Teacher

FT Social Science Teacher

FT Physical Education – Health Teacher

FT Science Teacher

Director of Communications and Outreach

Just Vision — 2010-03-11T14:55:59-08:00

Just Vision is seeking to hire a Director of Communications and Outreach to work from our D.C. office. The Director of Communications and Outreach will increase awareness about Just Vision and the Palestinian and Israeli civilian-led non-violence and conflict resolution efforts we document.

The Director of Communications and Outreach is responsible for designing and implementing Just Vision’s communications strategy using electronic, broadcast and print media, social media, as well as by developing executive and expert communications. The Director of Communications and Outreach will represent the organization in community settings across the United States and will oversee Just Vision’s in-depth website, which is a resource for community leaders, journalists, NGOs and students. A key objective for the Director of Communications and Outreach is to generate interest from reputable print and broadcast journalists, to reach policy makers and community leaders, and to continue to position Just Vision as a leader in the field of Israeli-Palestinian conflict resolution work. The Director of Communications and Outreach will also generate visibility for those Palestinian and Israeli civic leaders that we profile.

Job Responsibilities:

Develop a strategic communications plan that increases Just Vision’s visibility and positions the organization as a go-to organization for the media, in all its forms.
Oversee the development of a comprehensive social media plan that will leverage social networking tools and techniques to strengthen Just Vision’s brand in cooperation with the Media and Communications Associate.
Develop and execute communications strategies to reach new audiences and expand existing audiences.
Create a strategic outreach plan to make Just Vision's resources available to Muslim, Jewish, Christian communities, students and leaders, the media, educators and policymakers.
Lead and manage the Media and Communications Associate and the Community Outreach and Content Manager to effectively implement communications and outreach strategies and plans.
Establish and maintain contacts with the national, regional and Middle Eastern news media to convey and support Just Vision’s views on issues of significance.
Identify opportunities for advancing Just Vision’s mission through the media with op-eds, letters-to-the-editor, blogging, tweeting, and other social networking opportunities.
Oversee development of communications materials including fliers, brochures, press releases, media advisories, talking points, key messages, etc.
Oversee and engage in direct outreach to Israeli, Palestinian, broader Arab and American media.
Oversee outreach for the release of Just Vision film productions.
Ensure all media materials are in concert with the organization’s positions and policies.
Oversee development and tracking of metrics and success criteria for communications and outreach programs and activities.
Establish communications and outreach priorities, prepare and monitor the program’s budget, and supervise members of the communications and outreach team including performance management and professional development opportunities.
Provide media training for Just Vision staff, film subjects and web interviewees.
Act as a spokesperson for the organization at conferences, workshops, film screenings, community discussions and related events in the U.S.
Create avenues for public involvement in peace building efforts.
Keep up-to-date with peace building, nonviolence, and civil society work in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
Track the use of Just Vision's materials particularly in the U.S. and internationally, and supervise the tracking of our materials in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
Gather educators', community leaders', participants' and students' evaluations in the U.S.
Update and maintain content on the new Just Vision website’s newsroom, to complement press outreach.
Oversee the maintenance of online content in coordination with our Community Outreach Manager and Communications Associate.
Track the use of our website.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Director of Communications and Outreach leads a team of 2 staff, including: the Community Outreach and Content Manager and Media and Communications Associate.

External: Media, policymakers, Jewish, Muslim, Arab, Christian community leaders, Just Vision donors.

Start Date: April 2010.

Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits. We are open to flex schedules.

Junior Youth Action Manager

Rescue Social Change Group — 2010-03-11T14:46:37-08:00

Company: Rescue Social Change Group

Location: Old Town Alexandria, VA 22314 (Capital Office)

Salary/Status: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 USD/year – Full Time (Based on Salary History/Experience)

Benefits: Health Insurance, Vacation, and Bonuses

Job Category: Youth Action Planning/Management, Youth Trainer

Work Experience: 2 Years Leadership Within A Youth Organization (As Youth or As Coordinator)

Education Level: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree

Travel Required: Once per month or more

Target Start Date: As soon as possible

Do you enjoy working with high school students on activism and advocacy project? Are you outgoing? Are you motivational? Do you enjoy public speaking? Then this job is for you!

RSCG is seeking a Jr. Youth Action Manager who is motivated, creative, and energetic to work directly with youth and also provide assistance to Youth Action Specialists in an office setting. Leadership experience as a member or coordinator within a youth/college organization focused on activism or advocacy efforts is preferred. This position is ideal for an individual who is interested in a career in positive social change. The Jr. Youth Action Manager will be trained on RSCG’s Outcome-Oriented Youth Engagement (OOYE) model and will be expected to address youth engagement and action in a manner consistent to the model.

The Jr. Youth Action Manager would be responsible for:

- Motivating, guiding, and providing technical assistance for high school students to plan and execute projects in their schools or communities that support specific campaigns. For example, past campaigns focus on generating public support for clean indoor air or getting magazines with high youth readership to stop advertising tobacco products.

- Maintaining regular communication with youth from the office via Internet or phone.

- Attending and managing off-site youth events to support campaigns.

- Assisting Specialists to develop and implement strategic plans that foster youth action.

- Conducting off-site dynamic trainings for high school youth to jumpstart their activism efforts.

- Serving as support staff for the office, spending a minority of time completing general office duties.

A comprehensive training would be provided to the selected candidate. The training is conducted at RSCG’s Capital Office in Alexandria, VA and paid for by RSCG.

Company Description

Rescue Social Change Group is a for-profit social change agency. Clients include local, state and national government organizations as well as not-for-profits, schools, universities, and foundations addressing issues such as tobacco, violence, underage drinking, and after school programs. RSCG provides services in marketing, research, and strategic planning to execute social change efforts nationwide. RSCG has grown over 100% in the past 3 years and is expected to grow over 50% this year. RSCG efforts are focused on youth and young adult populations to cause behavior change and/or policy change. The RSCG team is youthful and energized, challenging industry standards to develop effective and sustainable solutions for public health issues.

Apply Via Email

Submit your resume via email to careers@rescuescg.com with the title “Jr. Youth Action Manager.” Please also answer the following questions in a word document when sending your resume: 1) What three words best describe you and why? 2) What social issue is most important to you and why? 3) Describe your pop-culture interest with examples of fashion, media, and music, 4) Please describe your most relevant experiences in activism, community organizing, youth empowerment, or other related fields. No calls please. Send questions to careers@rescuescg.com.

Youth Action Assistant

Rescue Social Change Group — 2010-03-11T14:43:10-08:00

Company: Rescue Social Change Group

Location: Old Town Alexandria, VA 22314 (Capital Office)

Salary/Status: $25,000.00 - $35,000.00 USD/year – Full Time (Based on Salary History/Experience)

Benefits: Health Insurance, Vacation, and Bonuses

Job Category: Youth Action Planning/Management, Youth Trainer

Work Experience: 2 Years Leadership Within A Youth Organization (As Youth or As Coordinator)

Education Level: Completed or Within 1 Year of Bachelor’s Degree

Travel Required: Once per month or more

Target Start Date: As soon as possible

Do you enjoy working with high school students on activism and advocacy project? Are you outgoing? Are you motivational? Do you enjoy public speaking? Then this job is for you!

RSCG is seeking a Youth Action Assistant who is motivated, creative, and energetic to work directly with youth and also provide assistance to Youth Action Managers in an office setting. Leadership experience as a member or coordinator within a youth/college organization focused on activism or advocacy efforts is preferred. This position is ideal for an individual who is interested in a career in positive social change. The Youth Action Assistant will be trained on RSCG’s Outcome-Oriented Youth Engagement (OOYE) model and will be expected to address youth engagement and action in a manner consistent to the model.

The Youth Action Assistant would be responsible for:

- Maintaining regular communication with youth from the office via Internet or phone.

- Attending and managing off-site youth events to support campaigns.

- Assisting Managers to develop and implement strategic plans that foster youth action.

- Conducting off-site dynamic trainings for high school youth to jumpstart their activism efforts.

- Serving as support staff for the office, spending a minority of time completing general office duties.

A comprehensive training would be provided to the selected candidate. The training is conducted at RSCG’s Capital Office in Alexandria, VA and paid for by RSCG.

Company Description

Rescue Social Change Group is a for-profit social change agency. Clients include local, state and national government organizations as well as not-for-profits, schools, universities and foundations addressing issues such as tobacco, violence, underage drinking, and after school programs. RSCG provides services in marketing, research, and strategic planning to execute social change efforts nationwide. RSCG has grown over 100% in the past 3 years and is expected to grow over 50% this year. RSCG efforts are focused on youth and young adult populations to cause behavior change and/or policy change. The RSCG team is youthful and energized, challenging industry standards to develop effective and sustainable solutions for public health issues.

Apply Via Email

Submit your resume via email to careers@rescuescg.com with the title “Youth Action Assistant.” Please also answer the following questions in a word document when sending your resume: 1) What three words best describe you and why? 2) What social issue is most important to you and why? 3) Describe your pop-culture interest with examples of fashion, media, and music, 4) Please describe your most relevant experiences in activism, community organizing, youth empowerment, or other related fields. No calls please. Send questions to careers@rescuescg.com.

Children's Program Director

Greensboro Wonder & Wisdom — 2010-03-11T08:31:35-08:00

Greensboro Wonder & Wisdom (www.wonderwisdom.org) is looking for a Children’s Program Director for after-school and summer enrichment programs for children 6-12. Wonder & Wisdom™ programming honors the whole child utilizing innovative, social/emotional approaches to learning and play. Applicants must have a minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Child Development, Education, or related human service field, four years of related program delivery experience, and two years of supervisory experience. 25 hours/week with opportunities to expand to full time with program expansion. Possibilities include mentoring, curriculum development, and/or Teacher Professional Development design. Greensboro is a small, rural town in the Heart of Vermont™. Contact us at info@wonderwisdom.org for more information. Applications due by March 31, 2010.

Campus Operations Manager

TEAM Charter Schools — 2010-03-11T07:52:54-08:00

Position Overview

The Campus Operations (COP) Manager ensures the support functions that our schools need in order to focus on teaching and learning. The COP is primarily responsible for coordinating purchased goods and services for teachers and staff. The COP is also an interface between school staff and Room 9 – TEAM’s shared/central services office – to coordinate services including human assets, marketing, facilities, technology, data/analysis, student enrollment, and compliance. In this way, the COP serves an individual school while also ensuring best practices across the whole TEAM network. Consequently, the COP reports directly to a Room 9 manager but is also accountable to the individual school leader. Applicants who pass the initial screening will be designated as a Elementary School, Middle School, or High School candidate based on qualifications and interests.

Key responsibilities

Purchased services & accounts payable (30%)

Conduct purchasing of goods and services: research, negotiate / bid purchases; communicate around staff requisitions; track delivery
Collaborate with Room 9 and other campuses to abide procurement rules while achieving cost-savings
Manage major vendors, including school uniforms, transportation, staff cell phones, etc
Monitor payables in relation to the budget
Organize documents in support of accounts payable
Manage petty cash

Student information and assessment (25%)

Manage student information in the database, including course schedule maintenance
Create and distribute progress reports, report cards and transcripts
Maintain the calendar of campus activities & events
Support Room 9 in the administration of enrollment

Human assets (1%)

Facilitate employment & certification documentation with school staff

Technology and Facilities (5%)

Coordinate with Room 9 departments to ensure maintenance of buildings and technology
Support work-order ticket system as needed
Coordinate school security, safety drills, etc
Provide basic tech user (training to be provided)

Nutrition program (10%)

Administer free and reduced-price school meal eligibility process, including evaluating applications and overseeing student fee collections
Support and manage nutrition program staff in conducting meal service; manage communications and concerns between teaching staff and nutrition program staff

Compliance (4%)

Complete school-specific sections of state reports and grant/funding proposals

Busing Program

Serve as the liaison between Star Shuttle, SPARK Academy, and SPARK’s families regarding busing
Map bus routes, test drive routes, and structure a feedback and reporting process for drivers and families to register feedback with the school
Handle bus incidents (suspensions, incident reports, parent complaints, etc.) to ensure safe and efficient bus service for our students

School defined tasks (20%)

May include tasks such as:

Develop school-based marketing and messaging materials for visitors, teacher recruits, and families Coordinate after-school program partnership with Boys and Girls Club of Newark
Collaborate with the school leader to create and maintain the school schedule (duty schedule, distribution of prep periods, etc.)
Create and distribute academic/behavior reports
Proactively monitor the school budget and assist school leader in future budget planning

Other (5%)

Periodically provide off-campus support for network activities
Align scheduling for central office activities in the school
Ensure communication among school leader, office manager, Room 9 and staff
Know, improve, and teach the procedures for school support operations

Candidate Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
2 to 5 years of work experience, preferably in business or operations management
Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong written communicator
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for traveling around the city
Evening and weekend availability are required

Ideal Candidate Traits

A passion for the mission, vision, and values of TEAM Charter Schools
An Entrepreneurial self-starter and determined problem-solver who works best in a goal-oriented, timeline-driven environment with the ability to create and innovate; gets things done
Adaptability – able to solve problems in a complex and fast-moving environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on serving customers
Detail oriented
Continuous learner
Previous work experience in education preferred but not required
Bi-lingual preferred but not required

Direct reports: None

Wisconsin State Director

Center for Progressive Leadership — 2010-03-09T15:44:42-08:00

1. Program Development:

With the support of CPL's national program staff, the Wisconsin State Director will lead the planning and implementation of CPL's political leadership programs. This will include collaborating on program design with national staff; and, recruiting and overseeing local staff and trainers for our Political Leaders Fellowship, as well as other political leadership trainings developed by CPL. CPL's methodology for training is based on adult learning. It is preferred that State Director applicants have training experience.

2. Fundraising:

The Wisconsin State Director will lead outreach to local donors, foundations, and corporations in order to raise over $85,000 in funding from in-state donors each year. Any candidate for the State Director position must have existing donor relationships across the state and some experience doing large-dollar fundraising.

3. Outreach and Coalition Building:

The Wisconsin State Director will develop strategic partnerships with other organizations in the state-wide progressive community to support programs; and Fellowship recruitment and placement. In addition, the State Director will develop a broad and diverse network of political leaders, trainers, and activists who will support CPL's leadership programs as recruiters, mentors, and volunteers.

4. Staff Recruitment and Management:
The Wisconsin State Director will hire and manage 1 full-time staffer whose main responsibility will be program management. The State Director will be in charge of designing and implementing strategies that maximize employee potential and foster an environment where staff can cooperatively and effectively work towards meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. The State Director will oversee all supervision of State personnel, which includes work allocation, training, and problem resolution. In addition, the State Director is responsible for evaluating performance, making recommendations for personnel actions, and motivating staff to achieve peak productivity and performance. The State Director will also be responsible for identifying and hiring contract faculty for the Political Leaders Fellowship.

5. Financial Management:

The Wisconsin State Director will develop and manage the state's budgeting and financial reporting.

Part-Time Operations Manager - Crisis Hotline

CONTACT We Care, Inc. — 2010-03-09T07:43:23-08:00

The Operations Manager is involved in all aspects of the day- to- day operations of CONTACT We Care, New Jersey's award-winning telephone crisis hotline. Great opportunity for a tech savvy, highly motivated, self-directed individual!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: overseeing the donor database (e-tapestry);
Preparing donor thank you letters, Coordinating mailings, Assisting with donor events (RSVPs, communications), accounts payable; Preparing deposits, and providing administrative support to the executive director, development director, training director and clinical director as needed.