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Table of Contents:
There are 8 messages in this issue:
Message 1 - FAO: Chief Technical Adviser – Nairobi + +b
Message 2 - Country Representative – Haiti +b
Message 3 - Country
Representative - Luanda, Angola +b
Message 4 - Senior Conflict Advisor and Program Manager - Kathmandu, Nepal +b
Message 5 - Deputy Director – Luanda, Angola +b
Message 6 - Consultants Needed +b
Message 7 - Employment Opportunities in Washington State and Surrounding Areas
Message 8 - Job Listing from
Dev-Zone Employment Update (Part 1)
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FAO: Chief Technical Adviser – Nairobi +b
Posted by: Larissa D'Aquilio
SOMALIA
- Food Security Assessment Unit (FSAU)
FAO
Chief Technical Adviser
Terms of Reference
Duty Station: Nairobi
Duration: 30 months
BACKGROUND
The Somalia Food Security Assessment Unit (FSAU)
receives managerial and technical assistance from FAO and core funding from the
EC; a nutrition surveillance component is funded by USAID. FSAU provides a
broad range of information users with up-to-date and relevant information for
better decision making on short- and longer-term food security interventions,
which address chronic livelihood insecurity in Somalia. FSAU uses
monitoring, survey and rapid rural appraisal techniques to collect data and
information through a network of 26 field staff, and works in close
collaboration with partner agencies both in and outside of Somalia. Additional
in-depth analysis is conducted on the nutrition situation of most vulnerable
population groups in collaboration with UNICEF and other partners, while
information for purposes of early warning is obtained through collaboration
with FEWS NET.
Main Responsibilities
The project Chief Technical Adviser (CTA) will work
under the overall operational support of FAO’s Emergency Division (TCE) and the
technical supervision of the Food Security and Agricultural Projects Analysis
Service (ESAF) as the Lead Technical Unit.
The CTA will be in charge of the overall management, administration and
implementation of the FAO/EC project providing technical and financial support
to the Somalia FSAU. He/she will represent officially the Somalia FSAU in any
fora and will carry out the following tasks:
*** Based on the stated project objectives, results and activities, he/she
will prepare and implement detailed annual work plans and budgets using a
log-frame analysis, including targets to be met, and resources to be allocated,
in close consultation with FSAU staff.
*** Ensure appropriate management, technical and administrative support to
FSAU, including to the personnel based in Somalia.
*** Provide technical guidance to the FSAU and immediate collaborating
partners in relation to improved methods and techniques in early warning and in
assessing the overall food security situation in Somalia, through the
appropriate units.
*** Ensure that the FSAU produces the best possible information for
improved programming and targeting of interventions for improved food security
of the Somali population generally, in addition to better coping capacities at
the community level.
*** Network and collaborate with other agencies involved in livelihood
and/or food security monitoring, vulnerability assessments and in-depth
analysis in the Somalia context and in support of the activities of the FSAU;
in particular, ensure close liaison with UN Agencies, SC-UK, FEWS-NET and CARE.
*** Ensure that essential tasks are covered by trained technical staff and
recommend either appropriate training or the recruitment of new/additional
staff when necessary, both within the FSAU in Nairobi and for the Field Team in
Somalia.
*** Responsible for obtaining necessary clearances in a timely fashion for
any documents, reports, press release, and web information.
*** Responsible for obtaining the necessary security clearances and travel
authorizations when needed.
*** Fulfil responsibilities as Secretary to the FSAU Steering Committee.
*** Review progress made towards the work plan proposed as well as the
stated objectives and results on a quarterly basis.
*** Meet all reporting requirements in line with FAO’s rules and
procedures.
Qualifications:
ü
An advanced degree in agriculture, socio- or agricultural economics, or
a related science.
ü
Ten years of experience in food security /livelihood assessment work,
with a particular emphasis on development issues, early warning and food
security information systems.
ü
Excellent managerial and co-ordination skills.
ü
At least 5 years working knowledge and experience in Africa
ü
Experience in methods and tools based on indicator assessment
techniques
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Knowledge of livelihoods concepts and food economy analysis
(preferable)
ü
Good communication, writing and presentation skills (English).
ü
Good knowledge of the FAO rules and regulations (preferable).
Applications:
Interested candidates who meet the above
requirements are encouraged to submit a completed FAO Personal History Form or
Curriculum Vitae by 7 April 2003 addressed as follows:
Chief,
Food Security and Agricultural Projects Analysis Service
ESA
– FAO, Rome, Italy.
Fax:
+39-06-5705-5522; e-mail: ESA-Registry@fao.org.
**Applications
should be clearly marked: OSRO/SOM/002/EC - Somalia CTA Candidates.
Larissa
D'Aquilio
FIVIMS
and Field Programme Support Group
ESAF-FAO,
Rome (Italy)
tel.:
+39 0657055925
fax:
+39 0657055522
e-mail:
larissa.daquilio@fao.org
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Posted by: Kendra White recruitment@psi.org
Organization: Population Services International
Job title: Country Representative, Haiti
Place assignment: Port-au- Prince, Haiti
Job description: PSI
seeks entrepreneurial, dynamic candidates with an interest in private sector
approaches to development for the position of Country Representative,
Haiti. The Country Representative (CR)
will be based in Port-au-Prince and will report to the Latin America Regional
Director in Washington, D.C.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Country
Representative will be responsible for the overall development, management
(financial, administrative, and programmatic), and representation of PSI’s activities
in Haiti. This includes, but is not
limited to: strategic planning;
fundraising for existing and new activities; external relations with donor,
government, NGO, and commercial entities; in-country personnel recruitment,
training, and supervision; development and implementation of marketing and
communication campaigns and other social marketing activities; tracking and
maintaining distribution systems and sales figures; creation and monitoring of
marketing and annual work plans; supervision of research activities; management
of program budget; financial and other reporting as required by donors and
PSI/Washington; development and enforcement of field office administrative
policies; overall institutional development; and other duties as necessary.
Qualifications:
• Significant personnel and financial management
experience, preferably in commercial marketing, advertising, or communications
• Minimum two years work experience in a developing
country
• Relevant post-graduate degree (MBA, MIA, MPH, etc.) or
equivalent experience
• Knowledge of international development and health
issues
• Familiarity with USAID and the international donor
community
• Fluency in English and French.
The successful candidate
will be a creative, innovative and strategic thinker, and will have: excellent
communication, analytical, organizational, interpersonal and cross-cultural
skills; a strong interest in private sector approaches to development; and
proven ability to produce results.
Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated fund raising
ability and experience in qualitative and quantitative research.
Starting_date: June 1, 2003
Salary range: Commensurate with experience
Submit applications to: www.psi.org
Email_address: recruitment@psi.org
**Apply online at www.psi.org**
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Posted by: Claire Maneja Claire_Maneja-CW@discovery.com
Organization: Discovery Channel Global Education
Fund
Job title: Country Representative
Place assignment: Luanda, Angola
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Discovery Channel Global Education Fund (DCGEF) – a not-for-profit charitable
organization committed to narrowing the growing information gap between
resourced and under-resourced areas of the world by providing communities with
technology (TV, VCR and satellite), training, and programming – is seeking an
experienced individual who will be responsible for managing the DCGEF project
in Angola.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Country Representative’s
responsibilities include:
·
Continue to develop the DCGEF
project in Angola by supervising project sites, training, developing a strategy
for expansion, and tailoring this initiative to best meet the needs of
under-resourced communities in Angola.
·
Build new and strengthen local
existing partnerships in the public and private sector and in communities in
order to leverage resources and ensure program success and sustainability.
·
Identify, research and
recommend to DCGEF Regional Manager potential sponsors and foundations that
would enable DCGEF to continue to raise funding to expand in Angola; pursue
funding opportunities in Angola by collaborating with Regional Manager and
Headquarters to develop proposals and present the project to potential donors.
·
Undertake DCGEF training on the
use of TV and Video in the Classroom, develop a training strategy for sites,
and provide DCGEF training to trainers and teachers.
·
Manage and supervise project
training by other trainers and teachers to ensure effective training, mentoring
and monitoring at each site.
·
Review all DCGEF video
programming and resource guides and assist teachers in connecting the material
to the local curricular objectives.
·
Support national education
objectives and priorities while seeking to enhance educational opportunities
through this program.
·
Evaluate the progress of DCGEF
in each participating school.
·
Develop strategies for creating
a community information hub at each project site and promote community
involvement.
·
Assist with reviewing new video
programming ideas and providing feedback to Headquarters and Regional Manager
regarding program content and scripts to ensure appropriateness for Angola.
·
Maintain communication with
each project site and solicit monthly reports from each school in order to
provide project feedback and accurate reports to Regional Manager on a monthly
basis.
·
Willingness to perform a
variety of tasks as necessary to successfully support this project in
Angola.
Terms:
1.
Contractor must commit 40 hours
per week.
2.
Contractor will work from home.
3.
Contractor must be based in
Luanda, Angola and have his or her own vehicle to travel to rural areas. DCGEF
will reimburse project-related costs.
4.
Contractor must have access to
a computer (whether his or her own or at an internet café,) and must be able to
check e-mail daily.
5.
The CR will report to the
Regional Manager based in South Africa.
Qualifications:
ü
At least a University level
degree with a minimum of five years experience working with a community and/or
education development project. Understanding of educational priorities and
initiatives in Angola important. Experience working with international
non-profit organizations is preferred.
ü
Must have excellent English and
Portuguese, written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal
skills with the ability to act diplomatically and professionally. Fluency in
local languages is a pre-requisite.
ü
Must be a self-starter and
independent worker who can show initiative, be resourceful and exercise good
judgment.
ü
Must be flexible and adaptable.
ü
Must demonstrate a management
style that is inclusive, results oriented, and team based.
ü
Must have excellent networking
skills and ability to think strategically.
ü
Must be fully computer literate
with excellent word processing skills and ability to produce documents and
create accurate reports.
ü
Must be prompt in meeting
requests and deadlines from headquarters.
**Preference will be given to candidates with experience in international
non-profits and whose life and work experience demonstrates a commitment to
improving the quality of life of others.
Starting date: Immediately
Salary range: This is a contract appointment. The fee will be negotiable based on
candidate’s experience. The position
does not include benefits such as medical aid, housing/car allowance, and
pension fund.
Submit applications to: Mr. Mashala Kwape
Email_address: mashala@telkomsa.net
**If interested please e-mail cover letter, CV,
and salary requirements to:
Mr. Mashala Kwape
Regional Manager, Southern Africa
Discovery Channel Global Education Fund
1013 Kromdraai Street
Faerie Glen, Extension 28
Pretoria
South Africa
E-mail: mashala@telkomsa.net
Fax: 27 12 991 6269
Telephone: 27 82 371 6544
27 12
991 6269
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Senior Conflict
Advisor and Program Manager - Kathmandu, Nepal +b
Posted by: Nima Lama nlama@usaid.gov
Organization: USAID/Nepal
Job title: Senior
Conflict Advisor and Program Manager
Place of assignment:
Kathmandu, Nepal
Job description: The
USAID/Nepal SPO Senior Conflict Advisor will report to the SPO Director and
have the following duties:
General
Responsibilities:
The USAID/Nepal SPO Senior Conflict Advisor will
report to the SPO Director. The Advisor
will analyze (a) developments and trends in the conflict, (b) the interests,
needs and actions of major actors, (c) possible solutions, and (d) post
conflict developments, trends, needs and issues. The Advisor will also make
recommendations to the SPO Director and Mission senior management concerning
the Mission’s strategy for responding to the conflict, including proposals for
new policy and programmatic directions in response to Nepal’s evolving
political and security situations. The Contractor will assist the SPO director
in ensuring coordination between USAID and GON; USAID and its implementing
partners; USAID and other USG entities; USAID and other donors; and USAID/Nepal
and USG Washington. S/he will design conflict/post conflict programs and
monitor and evaluate the impact of conflict/post-conflict programs of USAID/the
USG, other donors and GON.
Specific
responsibilities:
A. Policy Analysis and
Development/Strategy Design (40%)
The Contractor will
provide on-going, substantive political and conflict analyses to SPO and
Mission senior management and the US Embassy to ensure that Mission programs
are appropriate given the fluid state of affairs in Nepal. S/he will draft
programmatic and strategic options papers, recommending new or adjusted program
directions based on sound analyses; provide continued guidance on the
identification and development of projects that meet SPO funding criteria,
forward SPO programmatic objectives and complement other projects and programs
implemented by other USAID/Nepal SO teams, USG agencies and donor
organizations.
B. Liaison and
Coordination (25%)
The Contractor will communicate regularly, share
program information, and represent SPO interests with other USAID/Nepal SO
teams, U.S. Embassy staff, donors and indigenous and international I/NGOs to
ensure visibility and synergy of USAID/Nepal CPMR related activities. S/he will
provide the Mission with updates on USAID counterparts’ activities to eliminate
overlap and ensure synergy and highest impact of USAID resources. The
Contractor will work closely with the Food for Peace and OFDA team to identify
strategic conflict response interventions that serve both to meet food security
needs of affected populations but and seek to strengthen local capacities for
peace. S/he will also work closely with
USAID/Nepal’s Democracy & Governance (DG) SO team, including DG partners
(such as The Asia Foundation, National Democratic Institute, DFID, UNDP and
Int’l Red Cross), identifying conflict transformation investments that bridge
the gap between high impact emergency assistance and medium- to long-term DG
initiatives for comprehensive post-violence recovery schemes. The Contractor
will coordinate with USAID/Nepal’s Humanitarian Response Forecasting Unit
(HRFU) to ensure that the unit’s resources are being used to the fullest extent
possible in support of SPO activities and objectives.
C. Program Management
and Oversight (20%)
The Contractor will
oversee the planning, development and implementation of conflict programs and
activities. S/he will draft concept
papers, procurement documentation, budgets, program descriptions and statements
of work for new activities and review and/or oversee the review of contractor
selection and approval. The Contractor will manage one or more institutional
contractors and/or grantees funded under the SPO program: conduct field trips;
monitor budgets and work plans; monitor and track performance data and serve as
primary liaison between USAID Mission contractor/grantee.
D. Evaluation and
Reporting (15%)
She/he will be required
to evaluate proposals and travel extensively in low security areas of focus to
monitor and assess the political conditions, meet with potential grantees, and
develop conflict resolution related grants. S/he will contribute to responding
to USAID/Washington requirements, including preparation of the Annual Report,
Congressional Budget Justification, Congressional Notifications, etc. and to
external requests for information on the USG response to the conflict.
Qualifications and
skills required:
This is an upper middle
management position requiring excellent analytical, management and
communication skills, an ability to perform in a complex and highly sensitive
political environment, experience in policy formulation and negotiation at the
highest levels (government and non-government organizations), and a strong
interest in assisting Nepal’s democratic consolidation. The candidate must be
mature, self-reliant, a team player, problem-solver, and able to manage a
diverse portfolio of grants. S/he should have management experience (both
project and personnel), understand the basics of grantee-USAID relationships.
S/he should be able to work effectively with counterparts in the US Embassy and
other USG agencies. Since work may require continued changes in program
direction and implementation, including frequent coordination, the individual
will be someone who is highly flexible and willing to work under conditions of
ongoing change. The candidate should have extensive expertise in conflict
society political culture, political economy and have advanced knowledge of the
various violent conflicts in countries confronted with problems similar to
Nepal. Previous work experience in conflict areas in Asia or Nepal will be
valuable. Direct experience working with
USAID is preferred.
SKILLS
In order to be
considered for the position, a candidate must meet the Selective Factors listed
below. Consideration and selection will be based on panel evaluation of the
Evaluative Factors.
Applicants are
encouraged to write a brief appendix to a resume, OF-612 or SF-171 to
demonstrate how prior experience and/or training addresses these factors.
SELECTIVE FACTORS
(Minimum Qualifications)
ü
Graduate degree in development, international relations or a related
field.
*** Fluency in English.
*** Minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience managing projects
for USG foreign affairs agencies or large international organizations is
preferred.
*** Minimum of seven (7) years experience working in one or more of the
following areas: conflict resolution/mitigation and peace processes,
democracy/governance, human rights, and/or mediation/arbitration is preferred.
***
EVALUATIVE FACTORS
• 40
points – Demonstrated ability to work in difficult, complex, fluid, and
politically sensitive conflict or post-conflict circumstances. Solid knowledge of concepts, experiences and
programs in the following areas: the dynamics of internal armed conflicts;
conflict analysis, mitigation and peace building; negotiation strategies and
peace processes; and post-conflict challenges and needs, including successful
implementation of settlements, reconciliation, and demobilization. Strong
analytical skills.
• 25
points – Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively within
the SPO team, with a wide variety of governmental and non-governmental actors,
and with counterparts on both the highest and lowest political social, and
economic levels.
• 20
points – Demonstrated experience in project conceptualization, design,
management, and evaluation.
• 10
points – Excellent writing skills, as demonstrated in a writing sample not
to exceed 3 pages.
• 5 points – Experience working for/with USAID.
Starting date: o/a June 2003
Salary range: GS-14
Level - ($72,381 to $94,098)
Deadline for submission of
applications: March 25, 2003 - 1700 hrs NST
Submit your applications
to: Nima Lama
Applications must be
emailed to: nlama@usaid.gov
Electronic applications
are preferred.
**Qualified individuals are
requested to submit:
U.S. Government Standard
Form 171 or Optional Form 612 (available at USAID website,
http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms
or internet http://fillform.gsa.gov or at Federal Offices).
Applications must be
received by the closing date and time at the address specified herein.
To ensure consideration
of applications for the intended position, please reference the solicitation
number on your application, and as the subject line in any cover letter/email.
The highest ranking applicants may be selected for an interview.
The selected applicant
must be able to obtain an appropriate medical and security clearances.
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Posted
by: Kendra White recruitment@psi.org
Organization: Population Services International
Job description: PSI seeks experienced, dynamic candidates for the
position of Deputy Director for its office in Angola. The Deputy Director will be responsible for
supervising the expansion of social marketing activities nationwide. The
position is based in Luanda and reports to PSI/Angola’s Country Representative.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The
Deputy Director’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, planning
and supervising the expansion of social marketing activities nation-wide,
including overseeing program sites in the interior, hiring and training PSI
field staff, and coordinating with local NGOs.
Approximately 40% of the time will be spent traveling to the field on
supervisory visits. Other responsibilities
may include assisting in the overall development, management (financial,
administrative, and programmatic), and representation of PSI’s activities in
Angola including fundraising for existing and new activities.
Qualifications: Minimum two years program management experience
in a developing country, exceptional diplomatic skills; team-building
experience in a developing country; established ability to establish and
maintain relationships with the Ministry of Health, NGO community, and the private
sector; cross-cultural sensitivity;
established creativity; excellent oral and written communication, analytical,
and organizational skills; ability to work efficiently and quickly under
pressure; Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in relevant field; and extensive computer skills.
Preference will be given
to candidates with experience managing USAID-funded contracts; Portuguese or
Spanish language skills; and a graduate level degree (MBA, MPH, etc.).
Starting date: May 1, 2003
Salary range: Commensurate with experience
Deadline: April
17, 2003
Submit applications to: Recruitment Department
Email address: recruitment@psi.org
Instructions: Apply online at www.psi.org
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Posted
by: Elizabeth Coleman ecoleman@deloitte.com
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
Emerging Markets, Ltd. is a leading provider of development consulting services
to emerging economies. Our Utilities and Infrastructure practice unit currently
seeks consultants for short- and long-term assignments in the power and water
sectors in the South Asia, Middle East, and Africa regions.
DESCRIPTION:
Must have experience
working in emerging markets in one or more of the following technical areas:
* Power distribution reform and utility performance
improvement;
* Financing of on-grid rehabilitation and off-grid expansion
initiatives;
* Design of private sector participation options for
distribution operations;
* Demonstrated project management experience on a multi-year
contract in emerging markets;
* Electricity sector regulation:
* Demand side management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Minimum of 10 years experience in the power sector and 5
years of experience in the one of the technical areas mentioned above.
* Prior experience with USAID and World Bank projects are
essential prerequisites for candidacy, preferably in South Asia, Middle East,
or Africa regions.
* Masters Degree in related field required.
TO APPLY:
Please email your CV (as
Word attachment) to emergmarkets@deloitte.com
referencing "PFM-DJ" in the subject line. Please visit our website
for more information: www.deloitte.com/emergingmarkets
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN WASHINGTON STATE AND SURROUNDING AREAS
From: Joann Natalia Aquino, Legislative Liaison/
Community Outreach Administrator
***I. Job Opening:
Executive Director
About League of Education Voters: The League of
Education Voters is a non-profit, grassroots, statewide network of public
school advocates dedicated to making Washington’s public schools the best in
the nation. Formed by the team that created Initiative 728, the class size
initiative, Education Voters is an on-going voice for our state’s public
schools and one million school children. Please see attached vision, mission,
and goals.
About the Position: The Executive Director is a full
time position and will be responsible for the following:
Management
· Participate with president in key meetings with
elected officials, other organizations/community leaders, etc., on issues of
common concern
· Develop policy options with president for LEV and
participate in policy deliberations
· Coordinate board and staff strategic planning
process with president
· Build and manage organization’s budget
· Manage day to day activities- help to keep organization
focused on vision and mission
· Supervise staff
· Assure that organization fulfills its legal
responsibilities and requirements to maintain C3/C4/PAC status
Fundraising
· Develop and execute fundraising strategies for the
3 organizations
o Build relationships with potential donors
o Develop strategies for raising individual
donations, corporate donations, memberships and foundation grants
o Diversify funding base in order to increase
stability and long-term viability
Building the Organization
· Develop strategies with president for achieving
organization's goals
· Lead development of grassroots strategy,
stakeholder strategy, and communication strategy that ensures the
organization’s long-term viability and relevance
· Plan and guide organizational growth
Political Strategy
· Work with Board to develop political strategy in a
‘shifting sands’ environment
Qualifications:
Required
· Minimum 3 years experience in management level
position
· Ability to fundraise, particularly from individual
donors
· Political acumen and experience, including working
at a senior level in campaigns and/or organizations
· Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability
to network and build and strengthen partnerships
· Knowledge of legal and/financial parameters of a
c3, c4, or PAC
· Ability to focus organization to meet short and
long term goals
Desired
· Experience in working with or building a
grassroots organization
· Experience and expertise in education policy
issues
· Ability to capitalize on opportunities as they
arise
· Flexibility
· Entrepreneurial spirit
Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with
experience, benefits to be negotiated.
How to Apply: Please submit cover letter and resume
to League of Education Voters, PO Box 1727, Seattle, WA 98111. ph:
(206)728-6448, fx: (206)728-6462, email: info@educationvoters.org .
***II. Job
Opening: Director for White Center Community
School Coalition
The White Center Community School Coalition is a
team of parents, educators, and community leaders from the White Center
neighborhood working to support children’s learning while building
relationships with families and communities. This initiative will transform
White Center Heights Elementary School into a Community School. When
successfully completed The White Center Community School will help improve the
academic success of the 400 children who attend the school and offer a full
range of supports and opportunities to children, youth and families. The
Director will lead this 3-year project.
To be successful in this position you should have
significant experience in community involvement and outreach as well as
creating coalitions with diverse communities. Bilingual skills, exceptional
cultural sensitivity and a demonstrated understanding of White Center or a
similar community are crucial.
Your management experience should include recruiting
and supervising volunteers, financial reporting and budgeting, and facilitating
meetings. The strongest candidates will be excellent communicators in both
writing and public speaking. Resource development including fundraising and
grantwriting/reporting will be an important part of your job.
Your background should include a B.A. and expertise
with program planning for school-age children and outcome-based programs.
This position offers a competitive compensation package
including salary, medical and disability benefits, and paid vacation and
holidays. It requires a flexible schedule and drivers license.
To apply send or email a cover letter, resume and
four professional references to:
White Center Heights Elementary School
11427 3rd Ave S, Seattle WA 98168
Attention: Greta Salmi, Principal.
Email: salmigl@hsd401.org
***III. Job
Opening: Executive Director
Interested in helping produce one of the NW's most
beloved literary events?
NW Bookfest seeks a FT highly capable, resourceful
and mission-driven leader to oversee production of our 9th annual Book festival
and beyond.
We're looking for a team-player to coordinate
fundraising, marketing, production, community relations & office
management. Previous experience in festival management, sponsorships &
volunteer coordination preferred. Excellent communication, organization &
management skills a must. Avid reader a +.
Salary DOE.
Please send cover letter & resume ASAP to bookfest@earthlink.net or fax to (206)
725-9790.
***IV. Job
Opening: Capital Campaign Manager
FareStart is job training program for homeless men
and women in downtown Seattle.
Responsibilities include developing and implementing
the plan for an $8 million capital campaign (prospect review, research, donor
cultivation, gift acknowledgement, stewardship). Qualifications include 3-5
years of development experience in increasingly responsible positions, ideally
in a capital campaign; excellent communication skills; public speaking;
proficiency with MS software, database programs
Capital Campaign Manager
Description:
The Capital Campaign Manager is a full-time position
that reports to the Development Director and is responsible for implementing
the plan for an $8 million capital campaign. The Capital Campaign Manager
manages “campaign central” and works closely with the Executive Director, the
Development Director, Board members, Campaign volunteers, and campaign counsel.
The Campaign Manager serves as an enthusiastic and articulate spokesperson for
the campaign in the community.
Required Skills: · Bachelor’s Degree · Minimum of 2
years in fundraising position or 3-5 years in a leadership role in an
organization · Excellent communication skills; strong written, public speaking
and verbal skills ·Demonstrated fundraising successes · Working knowledge of
donor databases; strong computer skills, including the use of Excel, Access,
Word, e-mail and internet. · Excellent project management skills and the
ability to organize and manage multiple priorities. · Ability to effectively
work within a team environment. · Strong belief in the mission of FareStart.
Preferred Experience / Skills: · Experience building / maintaining a major gift program desirable · Previous Capital Campaign experience desirable ·Strong sense of humor and ability to have fun is highly va
