Full time
Ambassador of Mentoring,
Big Brother and Big Sisters of
Ambassador of Mentoring- BBBSMB is
currently recruiting for the 2009-2010 program year, which begins on August 3,
2009 and runs through July 31, 2010. Ambassadors complete one year of service
with our organization, helping to build our capacity in the following program
areas: Mentor Recruitment/Marketing, Mentoring Program Development and Support;
Mentor/Mentee Training and Match Support. BBBSMB’s Ambassador will work on
organizational projects and also work with other corps members to complete
projects that benefit the entire field of mentoring in
Experience: • Experience with and/or
commitment to youth development. • Interest in non profit organizations and
their development. • Excellent organization and communication skills. • The
ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Proven leadership and
project management abilities. • A passion for national and community service. To apply: Please email a resume and
cover letter that outlines how your skills and experience meet the
qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity
and why it interests you, both in Word or Adobe Acrobat format, to careers@bbbsmb.org,
subject line “Ambassadors of Mentoring”. Applications will be reviewed on a
rolling basis. Date posted: July 6, 2009, posting end date: August 4, 2009.
Senior Policy
Associate, the Institute for College Access and
Senior Policy Associate- The Policy Associate develops and implements
policy and advocacy projects aimed at increasing college affordability and
access, primarily through reforms at the federal level. Goals include, but are
not limited to, ensuring the accessibility, implementation, and effectiveness
of the new Income-Based Repayment program for federal student loans; increasing
the availability of need-based grant aid; and simplifying the financial aid
application process. Major responsibilities: •Track and analyze regulatory and
legislative developments; •Identify and develop strategies for pursuing policy
goals; •Build and coordinate coalitions of support for key policy proposals;
•Communicate policy priorities to key decision makers; •Write and conduct
research for reports, memos, fact sheets, etc.; •Collect and analyze data to
inform and support policy work; •Make public presentations (some travel
required); •Organize meetings and other events; •Develop, fact-check, and
update consumer and media materials to ensure both accuracy and accessibility; •Respond
to occasional inquiries from individual borrowers and outside organizations;
and •Participate in teams working on priority projects. Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in a related
field preferred. Experience: A minimum of three years direct experience with policy
analysis and advocacy. How to apply:
Send resume and cover letter to admin@ticas.org,
with Policy Associate in the subject line. Date posted: July 8, 2009, posting end
date: July 16, 2009.
Public Affairs
Coordinator, Planned
Parenthood of South Florida and the Treasure Coast -
Public Affairs Coordinator -The Public
Affairs Coordinator will be responsible for helping Planned Parenthood of South
Florida and the Treasure Coast achieve its legislative, electoral and
communications goals across an eight county service area. Key areas of focus
for the PA Coordinator will include working with PA team to implement a
grassroots field plan; recruit, train and engage activists in assigned
geographic areas and college campuses; assist with coalition strategies and
advocacy campaigns including outreach to key contacts and elected officials;
perform media relations activities; participate in the recruitment and
management of volunteers. This affiliate
is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Education: Qualified candidates will
have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and have a minimum of 1
to 2 years of work experience in a related position and/or field. To apply: Interested candidates should
apply online at www.ppsoflo.org to the Public Policy Coordinator position.
Program Support
Specialist, FEGS,
Program Support Specialist- FEGS is one
of the largest not-for-profit health and human services organizations in the
nation, with an annual operating budget in excess of $250 million, 4,000+
employees and operations in more than 350 locations throughout the New York
metropolitan area. Our Refugee Services Program provides a full range of
social, case management, job readiness and retention services to newly arrived
refugees and other immigrants. We have an immediate opening for a skilled,
self-starter to provide administrative, fiscal and programmatic oversight to
ensure compliance with U.S. Department of State requirements for refugee
resettlement. Responsibilities include conducting quality assurance activities,
monitoring budget expenditures and levels of service delivery, maintaining case
files and records, generating forecasts and tracking invoices. Proven track
record working in a fast-paced environment, strong computer skills including
knowledge of statistics and reporting; excellent verbal and written
communication skills; willingness to travel between
Senate Employment
070202 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT - Senior Northeastern Democratic Member seeks an experienced Legislative Assistant to handle Defense, Veterans and Federal Work-force issues. Individual will be responsible for monitoring all aspects and developments of legislative activity in assigned portfolio, including tracking legislation and Committee activities. Qualified applicants must have two or more years experience in the Legislative or Executive Branch or comparable experience. Applicants must have excellent oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
070801 LEGISLATIVE
CORRESPONDENT – Democratic Senator seeks a college graduate with outstanding
writing skills to serve as a Legislative Correspondent. Constituent
correspondence and issue work will center on health care issues and expertise
related to federal health policy is preferred. Responsibilities will include
meetings with constituents and other legislative duties. Applicants should be
highly organized, able to multi task and enjoy writing. Ties to
070701
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT—Democratic Member on Senate Foreign Relations
Committee seeks an experienced Legislative Assistant/PRM to handle a host of
issues, including but not limited to, foreign relations, defense, intelligence,
and homeland security. Individual will be responsible for: staffing the
Senator’s active work on the Committee, including the Senator’s Chairmanship of
the Subcommittee on Near Eastern and South and Central Asian Affairs;
monitoring pending legislation in assigned issue areas; drafting amendments and
bills; meeting with constituents and preparing briefing materials for the
Senator. Hill experience desired; experience working with the Senate Foreign
Relations Committee preferred. This is not an entry-level position. Qualified
candidates will also have strong writing, analytical, negotiation, and
organizational skills, as well as the ability to operate effectively under
pressure while juggling multiple tasks. All applicants should be eligible to
hold a Top Secret security clearance.
Senior Policy
Analyst, Bread for the World- Washington D.C.
Senior Policy Analyst- The senior
analyst will help develop and implement legislative strategy to fight hunger in
the
Deadline to apply: July 10, 2009
Field and Grassroots Manager- We are
looking for candidates with a background in grassroots organizing and/or field
campaigns, a track record of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced,
collaborative environment, and a passion for empowering people to advocate for
peace, protection and justice in
Senior Program
Assistant, AED- Washington D.C
Senior Program Assistant- The Senior Program
Assistant will provide daily support to assigned Program Associates and Senior
Program Associates in the administration and implementation of international
training programs supported by USAID and other donor clients. Jon includes: •
Assist the Program Associate(s) in researching institutions for participant
placement; • Develop and maintain training program files, including
correspondence with providers, field offices, participants, and other staff; •
Provide support for all logistical arrangements, such as travel and hotel
reservations, meet and greet services, and interpreter services as needed; •
Ensure that arrangements made by training providers on behalf of participants
meet project standards; • Assist the Program Associate (s) with program
monitoring through regular contact with training providers and participants,
through email, correspondence, and local site visits; • Backstop Program
Associate(s) in maintaining communication with USAID Missions; • Process check
requests as necessary to disburse funds for program expenses and maintain
participant expense tracking system;• Prepare orientation packets and ensure
that tax and insurance forms are completed and returned; • Assist in
orientation programs as needed;
• Prepare packets with program evaluation tools for training providers and
ensure that the forms are completed and returned;• Assist in re-entry programs
for participants as needed; • Tabulate and maintain data as required by
project;• Enter participant information into the TraiNet and MISTER databases
in a timely and accurate manner; • Support AED’s policies on diversity;• Assume
other duties as needed and assigned. Education:
Bachelors in one of the following or related fields: African Studies, Arab
Studies, Asian Studies, Foreign Affairs, Foreign Languages, Int. &
Inter-cultural Management, International Development, International Training
& Education and Near East Studies required or equivalent combination of
education and work experience. Experience:
2 year(s) of relevant experience required. Cross-cultural experience, or
experience working with a foreign culture; Interest in or experience in Africa
and Asia; Experience with US education system; Experience backstopping
international projects helpful; Experience living/working overseas preferred. To apply: Interested applicants
should send resume with cover letter referencing position #MD9266 to:
AED/HR,
Senior Program Assistant,
Sports, Cultural, and Youth Visitors, Center for International Exchanges, AED-
Washington D.C
Senior Program Assistant, Sports, Cultural, and
Youth Visitors, Center for International Exchanges- To provide
administrative and programmatic support to project teams working on
international exchange programs for sports, cultural, and youth visitors. Make
logistical arrangements for groups of international visitors to the United
States, including travel, hotels, ground transportation, catering, and coordination
with local sponsors and clients (usually the United States Department of
State); Brief interpreters and international participants on administrative
procedures and logistical arrangements pertaining to projects; Assist in the
development and monitoring of project budgets; process and track project
expenditures; Produce project materials, including but not limited to
proposals, program books, predeparture materials, selected readings, and final
reports; Assist in the development of international exchange projects, for
example, conduct research on project themes, identify resources, assist in
selecting and scheduling meetings, seminars, appointments and site visits for
participants; Maintain project files and database and provide general project
support; Perform other duties, as assigned. Education: Bachelors in one of the following or related fields:
Business, Foreign Affairs, Government, International Administration,
International Affairs, International Development, International Education,
International Politics, International Relations, International Training &
Education, Language and Culture, Public Administration, Public Affairs and
Public Policy required or equivalent combination of education and work
experience. Experience: 1 year(s) of
relevant experience required. To apply: Interested
applicants should send resume with cover letter referencing position #MD9218
to: AED/HR,
Senior Development
Assistant Operations, AED- Washington D.C.
Senior Development Assistant Operations- The Development
Assistant will provide the Development and Planning unit with a variety of
support services. This person will assist in tracking new business development,
working with the department's databases, updating and maintaining D&P’s
portal, generating various development and business reports, and providing
general office support. Tracking of Business Opportunities.
In association with D&P, track FedBizOps, Federal Grants, GSA, Federal
Register, and other sites for USG (US Government) and non-USG opportunities; •
Compile, assemble, and distribute hardcopy versions of the daily tracking
announcements; • Research and prepare specific reports that highlight new
initiatives and developments in targeted countries; • Assist in developing USG
and non-USG annual budget matrixes and aid in the dissemination of these
materials to targeted AED personnel. (II) Development Database and Reports •
Assist in the updating of databases, making sure that proposal, organization,
status, etc information is current and accurate;(III) New Project Numbers and
New Development Accounts • Take the lead with the assigning of new project
numbers and new development accounts; (IV) Communication • Produce and
dissemination of the weekly newsletter ‘D&P Weekly Update’; • Preparation
and distribution of monthly development reports; (V) Business Planning •
Provide major assistance with the compilation, development, and dissemination
with AED’s Annual Business Plan; (VI) D&P Administration • Assist D&P
in ensuring the timely completion and submission of department deliverables and
of all departmental dissemination activities; • Establish and maintain filing
systems, including hardcopy and electronic files;• Edit and format documents; •
Coordinate meeting arrangements and develop and produce meeting materials; •
Process development-related payments such as cheque requests, fee payments, invoices,
etc and maintain in-house supplies inventory; • Prepare in-house disseminations
of D&P materials; • Perform other job related duties as assigned. Education: Bachelors in one of the
following or related fields: Economic Development, General, International
Development and International Studies required or equivalent combination of
education and work experience. Experience:
1 year(s) of relevant experience required.
To apply: Interested applicants should send resume with cover letter
referencing position #CB9236 to: AED/HR,
Senior Program
Assistant, SC/Social Marketing & Behavior Change, AED- Washington D.C.
Senior Program Assistant, SC/Social Marketing & Behavior Change- Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Senior Program Assistant will provide administrative, financial, operational and program support to a range of intensive and fast start-up communication projects, sometimes in collaboration with public relations, advertising, and consumer research firms. • Perform general office duties, including: photocopying, faxing, managing mailings/shipments, monitoring and ordering of supplies, forwarding mail to off-site employees, and working with Facilities and IT departments, as needed, to maintain office machines such as printers and fax machines;
• Provide general word processing support and assume overall
administrative responsibility for formatting, producing and disseminating
project reports and workplans; support/assist staff with production of
documents and materials using software including Microsoft Word, Excel,
PowerPoint and Adobe; serve as a resource to CSMBC staff for assistance with
software applications, especially MS Office;• Process travel, hotel, local
transportation, and other logistics arrangements for project staff, including
processing of travel advance requests and monitoring status of travel advance
accounts; maintaining tracking systems to ensure timeliness and completeness of
arrangements; and conducting follow-up upon traveler's return; • Process and
track purchase orders, consultant work orders, travel expense reimbursement
requests, check requests, wire transfer requests and consultant fee payment
requests in the absence of the Senior Program Assistant; • Maintain project files, including
centralized project deliverable files for CSMBC, and subcontract deliverable
files; • Manage use of Center laptops, portable printers, LCD projector and
other equipment, including maintaining check-in/check-out tracking log,
ensuring security and good condition of equipment, and reporting any problems
with equipment; schedule equipment rental as needed/required; • Arrange
scheduled conference calls, and coordinate logistics for meetings, conferences,
workshops and presentations; • Pick up/distribute vendor payment and staff
reimbursement checks and bi-weekly paychecks; • Conduct press and Internet
monitoring of issues related to project activities;• Perform other job-related
duties, as assigned. Education: Bachelors
in one of the following or related fields: Behavior Change Communications,
Behavioral Science, Business Administration, Communications, Community Health
Education, Health, Health Ed. & Behavioral Science, Health Policy &
Administration, Health Promotion, Program Administration, Psychology, Social
Marketing and Sociology required. Experience:
1 year(s) of relevant experience required. To
apply: Interested applicants should send resume with cover letter
referencing position #CC9214 to: AED/HR,
Information
Associate, Information Services Operations, AED- Washington D.C.
Information Associate, Information Services
Operations- The
Information Associate supports the needs of the unit and AED staff through
database maintenance and development, Web tool development, and other
technologies for delivering information content to AED staff in easy-to-use
formats. S/he also supports the administrative needs of Information Services
and assists in the development of creative methods to promote, catalog, and
update Information Services data and resources, including proposal writing
resources, new funding identification resources, and AED materials. S/he also
provides research, data compilation and analysis to produce due diligence
reports, searches for potential funding sources and support AED projects. The
Information Associate exercises independent judgment in the classification of
materials and working with requestors to identify their information needs and
resources to meet them. Manages subscriptions and renewals for online and hard
copy
Program Associate,
New Partners Initiative CAP/New Partners Initiative Center on AIDS &
Community Health, AED-
Program Associate,
New Partners Initiative CAP/New Partners Initiative Center on AIDS &
Community Health- Under the supervision of the NPI Deputy Director, the
Program Associate will be responsible for the backstopping the USAID funded New
Partners Initiative Project (NPI), knowledge management for projects in the
center, and supporting new business development as well as center-wide
initiatives. The Program Associate will provide operational support to all
project staff (based at HQ and in the field), will collaborate with technical
teams to fulfill administrative programmatic needs and will be asked to assist
in streamlining of the NPI files, processes, and procedures. Process fee
payments, check requests, wire transfers and other forms of payment for
consultants and subcontractors; - Provide operational support for field offices
and field staff regarding benefits, HR, finances, IT, etc; - Liaise with
Finance, Contracts, Payroll and other departments to support project
operations; - Assist with project reporting including research and writing,
editing and formatting, and tracking of project deliverables; - Assist with
development and production of communications materials; - Correspond with
subcontractors and partners as necessary; - Work closely with the Deputy
Program Director to streamline NPI training processes, information collected,
and upload into the website; - Assist with the planning, logistics and
execution of capacity building trainings worldwide; General Center Support -
Support new business development through identification and response to
requests for proposals and other funding opportunities; - Work with COACH Staff
to streamline processes related to projects, staff, consultants etc; - Work
with administrative staff to advance COACH-wide projects and initiatives. Education: Bachelors in one of the following or related
fields: International Development, International Health, Public Health and
Other Job-related Field required.
Experience: 3 year(s) of relevant experience required. To apply: Interested applicants should send resume with cover
letter referencing position #CC8486 to: AED/HR,
Senior Program
Associate, C-Change, Center for Global Health Communication &
Senior Program
Associate, C-Change, Center for Global Health Communication & Marketing-
The Program Associate will support the C-Change Program Director in maintaining
relations with partners and USAID and in ensuring that all Program products are
of the highest quality. Assist the Program Director in liaising with USAID and
partners; Review program reports, trip reports and other documents to ensure
they are well written, logically structured, and in the right style for the
intended audience; Serve as liaison between the Program and other AED
departments such as Accounting, Finance and Contracts; Prepare minutes of
meetings and phone conferences; Arrange and coordinate logistics for
conferences, special events and appointments to include: reserving rooms,
making catering arrangements, setting up presentations and conference calls,
taking notes and preparing meeting summaries; Maintain Program files (both hard
copy and electronic).Assist in backstopping for other Program Associate(s)
during periods of travel or leave, ensuring follow-through on pending issues;
Perform general duties such as sending and tracking faxes, drafting routine
correspondence, coordinating general mailings and international shipments;
handling courier deliveries; photocopying and printing; Other job related
duties as assigned. Education: Bachelors in one of the following or related
fields: Behavior Change Communications, Communications , Community Development,
Development Studies, English/American Literature/European History,
Environmental Communications, Foreign Affairs, Health, International Affairs,
International Communications and Political Science required or equivalent
combination of education and work experience. Experience: 3 year(s) of relevant
experience required. To apply:
Interested applicants should send resume with cover letter referencing
position #CB9248 to: AED/HR,
SECURITY SPECIALIST / OFFICER, 407310 -
SECURITY
SPECIALIST / OFFICER- QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Applicants must meet the following qualification
requirements: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/SEC-IV/A/GS-ADMIN.htm.
Positions filled under this announcement may be covered under Department of
Defense (DoD) Directive 8570.1-M, Information
Assurance Workforce Improvement Program.
This program requires selectees into information assurance positions to
either possess or obtain an industry standard information assurance certification
within 6 months of entering the position. Selectee must complete a Special
Background investigation and receive a favorable adjudication by a determining
authority. Must be eligible for a Top Secret Clearance and access to Sensitive
Compartmented Information. The Department of the Navy is a Drug Free Workplace
employer. Selectee of this position will be subject to drug testing prior to
employment and periodic random testing after entering on duty. Incumbent may
also be subjected to drug testing based on reasonable suspicion of illegal drug
use. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a polygraph examination.
An offer of employment may be rescinded if the selectee fails to report to any
of the scheduled appointments, fails the medical/agility/drug test, lacks the
certification requirements, or is unable to obtain a security clearance.
Positions may be subject to the conditions of DOD Directive 1404.10 dtd 23 Jan
2009, DoD Civilian Expeditionary Workforce.
If selected for one of these positions you will be required to sign a
mobility agreement. In addition, applicants must also sign DD Form 2365, 'DoD
Civilian Expeditionary Workforce Agreement - Position Based,' as a condition of
employment. Selectees for these positions
will also be subject to annual health assessments. To apply: visit site
and If you are unable to apply online
using the How to Apply steps,
please follow the hardcopy instructions
at https://chart.donhr.navy.mil/info/Job%20Kit.pdf, ***** *****
Director of Community
Engagement, National
Multiple Sclerosis Society, Greater Washington Chapter-
Director of Community Engagement- The Director of Community
Engagement is responsible for the overall operation of the planning,
coordination, and implementation of community programs in all market areas of
the chapter. Responsibilities include budget development and management;
training and supervision of Community Engagement staff; program development,
implementation, and expansion; and contributing to the strategic planning
process. Working collaboratively with other departments and engaging community
agencies as partners, the Director of Community Engagement must ensure that
programs meet the needs of people with MS, their family members, and health
professionals with the overall goal to improve the quality of life for those
with multiple sclerosis. Education: Bachelors degree in sociology/human service
field and 5 years relevant experience. Experience: Must have a minimum of 2
years experience in providing supervision and a proven background in community
program development, a strong understanding of the legislative process and
program management. Future-oriented vision and ability to set goals take action
and achieve goals. Strong leadership and problem solving skills. To apply:
Please send resume and cover letter (with desired starting salary) to Erin
Poznanski, Vice President of Programs and Services at erin.poznanski@nmsswas.org
or to National MS Society, 192 Nickerson St., Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98109. Job
location in
Part time
Administrator Coordinator, Action against
Administrator Coordinator, Action against Hunger- Job
Objectives: Basic position description: To nationalize the position, to
coordinate all financial and administrative issues of the mission, to
coordinate the settlement and the follow up of human resources policy in the
mission. Objectives include Nationalization of the position, Budget Management,
Supervision of the accountancy, Treasury, Follow-up financing of activities /
identify financial risk, Representation of the
http://www.actionagainsthunger.org/get-involved/jobs/field/administrator-coordinator-philippines
Intern
Senate Employment
070702 PRESS INTERN -
Democratic Senator seeking enthusiastic, professional college student or recent
college grad with interest in politics and media for unpaid internship to fill
immediate vacancy. Work would include compiling press clips, media monitoring,
writing press releases and supporting the daily running of the press office.
062602 PRESS INTERN
- Midwestern, moderate Democratic Senator seeks an organized, enthusiastic
Press Intern for fall (August – December) semester. Duties include, but are not
limited to: tracking media coverage, organizing clips, writing releases, and
other various press activities, as needed. Stipend and/or college credit is
available. Full-time availability preferred.
063002 FALL INTERNS – US Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship (Republican office) is seeking college students and recent college graduates for unpaid, part-time internships for the fall 2009 term. Responsibilities to include supporting staff with legislative research, drafting correspondence, administrative duties, assisting with hearings and briefings, compiling daily press clips and assisting with special projects. The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment is also appreciated. Applicants should have strong written and verbal skills as well
as an interest or background in business and economic development. No phone calls please. To apply: Please e-mail (as separate attachments) cover letter, resume and writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
061702 FALL INTERNS
- Senator Jon Tester’s office seeks full-time Interns for his
060402 PRESS INTERNS
- The office of U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) seeks press interns for
fast-paced, aggressive communications office. Press interns will work closely
with Communications Director, Press Secretary, and Press Assistant on a variety
of tasks. Responsibilities include answering the press line and fielding calls
from reporters, working with communications office and legislative staff to
compile reports and other documents for media distribution, working with Press
Assistant to compile daily press clips for Senator’s review, coordinating daily
update of reporter contact lists, and work with communications office on new media
projects. Position requires a keen attention to detail, the ability to
multitask and meet tight deadlines, and the ability to demonstrate
professionalism and discretion at all times. Strong writing and grammar skills
and proficiency of Microsoft Office applications required. Journalism/communications background and