Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Fund Development Manager, California Environmental Justice Alliance

The California Environmental Justice Alliance (CEJA) is a statewide coalition of grassroots, community-based organizations. We organize in communities most impacted by environmental issues – low-income communities and communities of color – to advance statewide policy that protects the environment and our health. We have six members across California: the Asian Pacific Environmental Network; Center for Community Action & Environmental Justice; Center on Race, Poverty, and the Environment; Communities for a Better Environment; Environmental Health Coalition; and People Organizing to Demand Environmental & Economic Rights. CEJA is in a period of growth and we are looking for someone to help continue growing our budget and raising our organizational profile. JOB TITLE Fund Development Manager POSITION DESCRIPTION The Fund Development Manager will guide and implement strategies for fund development. The Manager will be responsible for raising CEJA’s annual budget, including reporting, developing new prospects, funder networking, and maintaining funder relationships, as well as developing strategies to diversify CEJA’s funding sources. The Fund Development Manager will also devote part of their time to supporting the development and implementation of CEJA’s communications plan, in coordination with other CEJA staff. REPORTING RELATION/LOCATION The fiscal sponsor for the California Environmental Justice Alliance is the Environmental Health Coalition, a member of CEJA. The Fund Development Manager will be an employee of EHC and will be covered by that organization’s salary ranges, benefits, office rules and structure. The Fund Development Manager will report to CEJA staff located in their office. The Manager will be housed in a CEJA member organization office either in Oakland or Los Angeles, depending on place of residence. For more information, please visit www.caleja.org RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Fundraising & Fiscal Management (80%): Leads the develop and implementation of the CEJA fund development plan including: • Researching, prospecting and soliciting funding opportunities • Develop and track proposals and grant reports • Facilitates CEJA relationship with funders • Secure financial support from individuals, foundations and corporations • Creating and executing a strategy for a large sustained base of annual individual donors • Working with fiscal manager to produce financial reports and budgets for grant proposals 2. Communications Support (20%): In collaboration with other CEJA staff, support implementation of CEJA’s communication plan as needed. This may include: • Drafting organizational communications materials • Updating CEJA’s website • Managing CEJA’s Facebook page and other social media platforms • Newsletter drafting and publishing QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED • Minimum of 3 years experience working in nonprofit sector (Social Justice or Environmental Justice organizations strongly preferred) • Demonstration of leadership and coordination skills, self‐motivated; experience facilitating meetings • Minimum of 3 years fund development experience • Minimum of 2 years communications experience • Demonstrated excellence in organizational, managerial, and communication skills • Highly collaborative style; experience developing and implementing communications strategies • Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills • Relationship builder with the flexibility and finesse to "manage by influence" • Sincere commitment to work collaboratively with CEJA staff, committees, organizational community members, and supporters. • Self-starter, able to work independently • Strong preference for experience working with executive level management • Excellent command of the English language, written and spoken • Ability to work flexible hours to respond to position needs • Requires travel on as needed basis • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point) • Internet fluency; web research a must • Commitment to Environmental, Social and Economic Justice • Adobe PhotoShop or other publication materials desired • Skills in website Development or maintenance desired • Social media skills desired Starting Salary: $53,000 - $56,000 DOE Benefits: Includes health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan, generous vacation and sick leave Start Date: Open until filled Applications: Email resume with cover letter to: ceja@caleja.org Environmental Health Coalition is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of color, women, and LGBT persons to apply.

Program Analyst III, City of Oakland

The City of Oakland is recruiting to fill two Program Analyst III vacancies – one in the Department of Housing & Community Development where the successful incumbent will spearhead the department's affordable green and healthy homes initiative. The second vacancy is in the Department of Human Resources, Equal Access Office where the incumbent will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating compliance with the City’s EAO - Equal Access to Services Ordinance (Ordinance No. 12324 CMS). Passed in 2001, the EAO was adopted to ensure the provision of essential City services to residents with limited English proficiency. Under direction, incumbents direct or perform program planning, research, analysis, development and evaluation; negotiate and administer contracts; write grant proposals and submit applications; implement and monitor programs; prepare reports and draft proposed programs; perform needs assessment; provide assistance to community organizations, district boards and citizen advisory bodies; supervise assigned staff; and perform related duties as assigned. LIMITED DURATION APPOINTMENT: The Department of Housing & Community Development vacancy is for a grant-funded limited duration appointment, the successful candidate will be hired for a limited duration of time, not to exceed three years. SELECTIVE LANGUAGE CERTIFICATION: The Equal Access Office vacancy requires incumbents to be bilingual in either Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) or Spanish and have the ability to translate written documents from English to Chinese or Spanish and from Chinese or Spanish to English. Qualified applicants’ bilingual abilities will be tested prior to appointment. The eligibility list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancies and may be used to fill general Program Analyst III vacancies throughout the City for the duration of the eligible list. Examples of Duties: Act as program leader, including the planning, implementation and evaluation of programs, preparing budgets, identifying sources of funds, developing and negotiating contracts, resolving problems and communicating with participants. Provide staff assistance to citizen advisory bodies, committees and commissions; facilitate meetings of community organizations, district boards, and neighborhood groups relating to the development and implementation of programs. Direct the translation of ideas and concepts into fundable programs or projects; develop strategies to locate funds for programs; coordinate funding requests and contract implementation with public service agencies; arrange supplemental funds and program revisions when needed. Design, negotiate, and administer contracts with consultants and service providers; monitor contracts to ensure compliance; conduct site visits; review invoices and recommend payments to contractors and consultants. Write grant proposals and applications; review and evaluate grant documents to ensure compliance with grantor and City standards; administer grant programs; develop and monitor required grant procedures. Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff; prepare and monitor a unit budget. Write reports, letters, agendas, and minutes; research, prepare, and analyze complex reports. Make public presentations relating to assigned programs; prepare written material for public distribution. Review and prepare City Council agenda materials; prepare staff reports. Minimum Requirements for Application: Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable. Education: Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, social work, behavioral sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university. A Master's degree is desirable. Experience: Four years of relevant experience within a designated program area including one year of lead direction or supervisory experience. Current vacancies are in the 1) affordable green and healthy homes program and 2) program monitoring and evaluation related to local legislation and policies. Selective Language Certification: The Equal Access Office vacancy requires and other future vacancies may require incumbents to be bilingual in either Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) or Spanish and have the ability to translate written documents from English to Chinese or Spanish and from Chinese or Spanish to English. Qualified applicants’ bilingual abilities will be tested prior to appointment. License Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of program management and evaluation. Contract negotiation, grant writing and reporting procedures. Public contact and community relations techniques. Research and analysis techniques. Computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and project management. Community resources and organizations. Budget development and administration. Ability to: Plan, organize, direct and evaluate programs. Analyze professional reports and implement individualized education plans. Communicate effectively in writing and orally with the public, including City departments and State agencies. Interpret federal and state regulations pertaining to blocks grants. Work independently and set priorities. Maintain accurate records; prepare clear, concise reports. Prepare and administer grants. Perform project management and supervision. Conceptualize programs in response to constituent needs and request for proposal requirements; develop appropriate budget, organizational and staffing structures. Prepare, analyze and interpret complex reports of a general or technical nature. Establish and maintain positive relationships with both governmental and non-profit agencies, community leaders and program constituents. Communicate effectively and persuasively in both oral and written form with a diverse group. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Supplemental Information: Stage I: The first stage in the selection process will consist of a review of each applicant employment application, and signed supplemental questionnaire for minimum qualifications (weighted pass/fail). Applications submitted without all required materials will not be given further consideration. Stage II: The second stage will consist of subject matter experts evaluating and rating the completed supplemental questionnaires. Applicant responses to the supplemental questions must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section of this announcement. The evaluation of supplemental questions may be weighted 100% of an applicant score (before residency and/or veteran points) and may determine rank on the eligible list. If a sufficient number of quality application packets are received, the supplemental screening may be followed by a third stage and the most qualified applicants will be invited to the next stage. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to Stage III. Stage III: The third stage may consist of an oral examination that may be preceded by a brief written exercise (weighted 100%) and that will test the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section. The ranked eligible list may be developed directly from the supplemental screening OR the results of Stage III. Candidates must earn a scale score of 70 in this examination process to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. How to Apply Apply prior to the posted final filing date. Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm When applying with a hard copy, submit required materials to: Department of Human Resources Management, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-2019 by 5:00 pm. You may also call (510) 238-3112 for information. Date Of Examination: To Be Announced Please read the City of Oakland's Employment Information Pamphlet, which can be viewed online, prior to applying for a position at the City of Oakland.

Director of Finance and Administration, The Tuolumne River Trust

www.tuolumne.org Director of Finance and Administration The Tuolumne River Trust is currently seeking a Director of Finance and Administration. This is a great opportunity to join a motivated team working to promote the stewardship of the Tuolumne River and its tributaries. The successful candidate will run the finance, accounting and administrative operations for the Tuolumne River Trust - with eleven staff and an annual budget of approximately 1m. This person will maintain effective accounting and finance operations, prepare organizational and program budgets, ensure that appropriate policies, procedures, and internal controls are maintained to safeguard our organization with strong financial management. The Director will be an experienced professional, committed to building and maintaining effective infrastructure. He or she will demonstrate strong communication, analytical and organizational skills, acting both as a strategic thinker and hands on achiever. This position reports to the ED and works closely with the Advancement Director, the Finance and Audit Committees. Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting • Full charge of all bookkeeping operations, including A/P, A/R, deposits, account and credit card reconciliations, monthly, quarterly, and annual close of accounting, and financial records. • Develop and maintain effective financial/accounting policies, processes, and internal controls in compliance with nonprofit GAAP standards. • Develop and maintain effective contract and billing infrastructure for government and fee-for-service contracts. • Prepare budgets for contracts and grant proposals and financial reports for all such contracts. • Collaborate with the ED on developing the organization’s annual budget for approval by the board of directors. • Ensure effective cash flow management including tracking and quarterly release of restricted funds. • Prepare and analyze financial statements quarterly to provide timely and reliable information regarding the organization’s financial condition and performance to the Executive Director and Finance Committee. • Coordinate annual external audit, including; preparation of audit worksheets, schedules & materials; acting as a liaison to auditors as well as the audit committee of the Board of Directors and prepare financial information so that outside accountants can complete tax returns. Administrative Operations • Manage HR policies and implementation, including: the Trust’s time tracking system, timesheet entry into QuickBooks, PTO tracking, employee benefits management, organizational insurance management and ensure compliance with HR related laws. • Maintain accurate and complete files relating to the Trust’s finances and personnel files, including records of cash disbursements, cash receipts, invoices, returned checks, and other financial records as required. • Ensure that agency is in compliance with all administrative and fiscal laws and regulations and has filed all necessary tax and informational returns on a timely basis. • Office management for an office of five including managing supplies, managing incoming/outgoing mail, filing, copying, vendor relations and office upkeep. Qualifications: • Four to six years of increasing responsibility in financial management and accounting, preferably in a Non-profit and multi-site setting • Proficiency with QuickBooks and Excel required; Blackbaud/eTapestry helpful • Highly organized, detail oriented and the ability to translate financial concepts to individuals at all levels • Good analytic skills including creative approaches to problem solving • Ability to work independently and to work effectively as part of team • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Commitment to TRT’s mission and values • Impeccable integrity • Bachelor’s degree required • Compensation is competitive with the sector and commensurate with experience and skill; generous benefits package. To apply: Please send a resume and cover letter including salary requirements to eric@tuolumne.org. No phone calls please. Tuolumne River Trust Background The Tuolumne River Trust (TRT) is the voice for the Tuolumne River. We have worked for over 31 years to protect and restore the river from its headwaters in Yosemite National Park, through the fertile Central Valley, to San Francisco Bay where 2.5 million people receive Tuolumne River water. Through restoration, environmental education, community outreach, advocacy and adventures we seek a healthy river that is teeming with fish and wildlife; safe for fishing, drinking, and swimming; and held in trust for future generations. We have offices in San Francisco, Modesto and Sonora, a staff of 11, a 14 person Board of Directors, over 2,000 members and a strong volunteer network. View more of our history and many projects at www.tuolumne.org.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Political Director

Job Announcement Political Director Position open until filled, preference given to applications received by Nov. 9, 2012 Are you fired up about organizing? Are you savvy about the connections between women’s rights and immigrant rights and building political power? MUA is seeking a Political Director to lead our strategic campaigns and to mentor staff and members in organizing and coalition-building. Organizational Description Mujeres Unidas y Activas (MUA) is a 22 year-old grassroots organization of Latina immigrant women with a double mission of promoting personal transformation and building community power. MUA offers intensive community organizing and leadership trainings, mutual support workshops and peer counseling, workforce development trainings and workers’ rights projects, and community education and organizing campaigns that allow immigrant women’s voices to be heard on the local, state and national levels. MUA is currently focused on winning better working conditions and stronger labor protections for domestic workers, protecting and advancing immigrant rights, and ending domestic violence. MUA is committed to building an organization that is led by its membership. Currently, 7 of 17 staff began as member leaders in MUA. Position Description MUA is seeking a Political Director to lead MUA’s strategic campaigns, mentor staff and build MUA’s political relationships. Candidates must have at least 5 years experience leading organizing or advocacy campaigns around immigrant or labor issues, be bilingual in Spanish and English, and want to make a long-term commitment to build MUA’s capacity. The Political Director is part of the Leadership Team, supervises up to five staff, and is supervised by the Co-Director for Programs. Key Responsibilities Campaign and Political Leadership • Lead campaign planning with the Campaign Team and coalition partners • Study political landscape and lead analysis of opportunities for MUA • Support the California Domestic Workers Campaign Coalition and supervise the Campaign Coordinator • Maintain communication and relationships with political allies • Ensure visibility of MUA’s work with policymakers and legislators • Supervise two staff organizers focused on Domestic Workers, Immigrant Rights and Civic Engagement work in both Alameda County and San Francisco • Connect MUA’s campaign work with national and international allies • Respond to requests for support from allies to determine MUA’s involvement Communications • Plan and coordinate MUA’s campaign communications strategy including media outreach, press packets and press events to support the Domestic Workers and Immigrant Rights campaigns. • Coordinate with other outreach and development staff to connect campaign communications to MUA public outreach and online visibility efforts • Serve as spokesperson for MUA at campaign events, rallies, public hearings and in appearances with Coalition partners Program Management and Integration • Supervises the Caring Hands Worker Association Coordinator, and helps develop vision for strengthening this domestic worker association and integrating the domestic workforce development approaches with organizing work. • Serve on the Leadership Team, and supervise three-five staff in campaigns and Manos. • Knit together MUA’s services, organizing and advocacy across the programs: Apoyo, Manos Worker Association and the General Membership through political education and opportunities to be active in campaigns, leadership development trainings and committees. Leadership Development and Mentoring • Develops political education curriculum for staff and members • Ensure that team has plans for outreach, member recruitment and member development • Leads visioning, planning, evaluation and staff development initiatives for Campaign team. • Identify opportunities for grassroots members to gain leadership skills, engage in campaigns, and participate in campaign events and media outreach • Identify strategies to build MUA’s base among domestic workers • Oversee leadership development program, participate in trainings with members, and support MUA training team and member committees to incorporate political education topics Financial & Fundraising • Manage budgets for campaign team and MUA leadership development work. • Prepare program reports and updates • Cultivate foundation and individual donor relationships. • Motivate campaign staff to integrate organizing and fundraising events. • Work with Finance Coordinator to track grassroots and direct lobbying hours and expenses Qualifications  Minimum 5 years experience organizing and advocacy in social justice or labor organizations  Skills in campaign development, political strategy and coalition-building  Understanding of issues facing low-wage workers and immigrant communities as well as a commitment to leadership development of immigrant women  Experience and skills in mentoring organizers and developing grassroots leaders  Ability to plan multiple areas of work and keep them moving  Excellent communications and writing skills and experience as a media spokesperson  Organizational skills: good attention to detail and well organized  Ability to work well with diverse groups and populations  Bilingual; Fluency in English (written and oral) and Spanish (oral required, written preferred) Compensation Depending on experience – please send salary requirements Hours: Full-time, evenings and weekend required, travel approximately 10 days per year Three to five year commitment requested Benefits: Excellent benefits – family health coverage, sabbatical after 6 years Location: Can be based in either MUA office (San Francisco or Oakland); minimum of 1 day per week spent in other MUA office Application Process Send resume, cover letter in Spanish and English, three references, and salary history by November 9, 2012 to mua@mujeresunidas.net. Note job title in the email subject line. Send materials as word doc or pdf. No phone calls please! These positions are open until filled. Mujeres Unidas y Activas is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, immigrants, youth, gays and lesbians, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply!

Campaign Coordinator – California Domestic Workers Coalition

Job Announcement Campaign Coordinator – California Domestic Workers Coalition Position open until filled, preference given to applications received by Nov. 9, 2012 Are you inspired by the wave of organizing among domestic workers and immigrant women? Are you fired up about organizing? Are you a great facilitator and get-it-done leader? MUA is seeking a Campaign Coordinator to lead the statewide California Coalition of Domestic Workers. This multi-ethnic coalition brings together domestic workers, employers, faith leaders, unions, students and allies to win labor rights for domestic workers across the state. Join our team! Organizational Description Mujeres Unidas y Activas (MUA) is a 22 year-old grassroots organization of Latina immigrant women with a double mission of promoting personal transformation and building community power. MUA offers intensive community organizing and leadership trainings, mutual support workshops and peer counseling, workforce development trainings and workers’ rights projects, and community education and organizing campaigns that allow immigrant women’s voices to be heard on the local, state and national levels. MUA is currently focused on winning better working conditions and stronger labor protections for household workers, ending domestic violence, and protecting and advancing immigrant rights. MUA is committed to building an organization that is led by its membership. Currently, 7 of 17 staff and more than half the Board of Directors began as member leaders in MUA. www.mujeresunidas.net Position Description MUA is seeking a Campaign Coordinator to lead the statewide California Coalition of Domestic Workers. Candidates must have at least 3 years experience leading organizing, advocacy or legislative campaigns and familiar with immigrant issues, women’s issues and social justice approaches to organizing. The ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish. The Campaign Coordinator is part of the MUA CampaƱas CariƱosas team, supervises interns and contractors, and is supervised by the MUA Political Director. Key Responsibilities Campaign Leadership • Lead the California Domestic Workers Campaign Coalition • Facilitate planning with the Steering Committee and Coalition partners • Develop and implement political strategy, and workplan with input from coalition • Implement campaign events and advocacy activities: including marches/rallies, lobby days, member training, public outreach and community events, and media activities • Organize assignments that Coalition partners take on, follow-up to motivate them and track progress • Cultivate relationships with policymakers and legislators Coalition Management • Convene the Steering Committee and full Coalition meetings, and other committees as needed • Supervise the quality of work of staff, volunteers and interns who take on campaign tasks • Serve on the MUA Campaign Team and coordinate between MUA activities and the Campaign calendar • Prepare program reports and updates • Work with MUA Political Director and Coalition partners to integrate organizing and fundraising Mobilization and Leadership Development • Ensure Campaign partners have plans for outreach and member mobilization for the campaign • Identify strategies to build the Coalition and connect the bases of different sectors of domestic workers • Identify opportunities for grassroots members to participate in campaign events and media outreach • Participate in trainings with members, and support MUA training team related to Campaign organizing Communications • Ensure visibility of the Campaign within the Coalition member groups, allies and membership • Plan campaign communications strategy with MUA Political Director • Implement media outreach, press packets and press events of the Domestic Workers campaign • Serve as spokesperson campaign events, rallies, public hearings and in appearances with Coalition partners Qualifications  Minimum three years experience organizing and advocacy in social justice or labor organizations  Skills in campaign development, political strategy and coalition-building  Understanding of issues facing low-wage workers and immigrant communities as well as a commitment to the leadership development of immigrant women  Excellent communications and interpersonal skills  Ability to plan multiple areas of work and keep them moving, good attention to detail and well organized  Ability to work well with diverse groups and populations  Experience and skills in mentoring organizers and developing grassroots leaders  Bilingual preferred; Fluency in English (written and oral) Conversational Spanish required. Compensation Depending on experience – please send salary requirements Hours: Full-time, evenings and weekends required. Three year commitment requested Benefits: Excellent benefits – family health coverage, sabbatical after 6 years Location: Can be based in either MUA office (San Francisco or Oakland); minimum of 1 day per week spent in other MUA office Application Process Send resume, cover letter in Spanish and English, three references, and salary history by November 9, 2012 to mua@mujeresunidas.net. Note job title in the email subject line. Send materials as word doc or pdf. No phone calls please! These positions are open until filled. Mujeres Unidas y Activas is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, immigrants, youth, gays and lesbians, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply!

Thursday, November 8, 2012

Audubon Director of Development, California

Audubon Director of Development, California Emeryville or Los Angeles, CA Full Time About the Organization: For more than a century, Audubon has championed the protection of birds and their habitat. Audubon’s mission is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife, and their habitats, for the benefit of humanity and the Earth’s biological diversity. With nearly 700 staff, 23 state programs, 465 local chapters, 43 centers and sanctuaries, and close to half a million members throughout the United States, Audubon achieves its mission by engaging people in bird conservation on a hemispheric scale through science, policy, education, and on-the-ground conservation action. In the fall of 2011, Audubon adopted a new strategic plan to renew the organization’s focus on the biggest and most important opportunities for addressing critical threats to birds and their habitat. At the core of this plan is a focus on flyways: Each year, more than 10 billion birds use major flyways to travel up and down the continent and to points beyond. Underneath these flyways are migratory rest stops and the homes for non-migratory birds that are critical to birds’ survival. These places form a web that represents the richest veins of biodiversity across the Americas. They are the places that connect people to birds and ecosystems—and where birds thrive, people prosper. By mobilizing and aligning Audubon’s unparalleled network of chapters, centers, state programs, and Important Bird Area (IBA) programs to focus on the four major migratory flyways in the Americas (Atlantic, Mississippi, Central, and Pacific), the organization will bring the full power of Audubon to bear on protecting common and threatened bird species and the critical habitat they need to survive. Within each flyway, Audubon will sharpen its focus on the most critical species and places, working only where there is a theory of victory for delivering measurable conservation impact at scale. As part of BirdLife International, Audubon will join people in more than 100 countries working to protect a network of IBAs around the world, leveraging the impact of actions they take at a local level. Critical to Audubon’s conservation success will be engaging a growing and more diverse audience to take conservation action. Director of Development, California Audubon California is seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Director of Development to implement the development plan and lead fundraising efforts for the organization. In partnership with the Executive Director, Managing Director, and other senior staff, the Director of Development, California, will increase the annual operating and program funds from donors, foundations, corporations, and other funding partners. The Director will build an integrated case for support and a diversified portfolio of funders for core programs, including Transforming the Central Valley, Saving Our Shores, the Sea Bird Initiative, and Audubon California’s centers and sanctuaries. The ideal candidate will have experience managing a portfolio of six-figure prospects, achieving annual and campaign-related fundraising goals, and managing or leading a team; he/she will also possess a personal commitment to protecting and preserving nature and biodiversity. In addition, this candidate will excel at building successful relationships with funders and managing staff. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated, confident, and accomplished development professional excited to work with a historic organization during a period of accelerated growth. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The Director of Development, California, will perform the following and other duties as assigned: • Implement, manage, and revise the multi-year strategic fundraising plan for Audubon California’s programs, centers, and sanctuaries. • Manage the development program for Audubon California, including staff management, development research, corporate and foundation relations, annual fund management, donor relations oversight, and all development related events. • Identify, cultivate, solicit, and secure funding from a growing portfolio of major donors. • Manage and staff the Executive Director, Managing Director, Board Development Committee, and Board for cultivation and solicitation of donors. • Set and achieve specific fundraising goals for Audubon California’s programs, including targets related to operations support, program expansion, and conservation strategies. • Plan and lead funder meetings and special events, engaging other staff and board members as needed. • Manage and oversee the organization’s revenue status; work closely with the finance team to assure accuracy. • In partnership with the Vice President of the Pacific Flyway and National Audubon staff, develop gift opportunities and a fundraising plan for the Pacific Flyway. • Coordinate with National Audubon development staff; develop strong and effective working relationships with the Vice President of Development and other National staff. • Manage the development committee of the Audubon California Board of Directors. • Partner with the development committee Chair and other Board members to ensure their engagement in achieving development goals. • Serve as an articulate, enthusiastic, and visible spokesperson for the organization and senior leader of the organization. Qualifications The successful candidate will have the following minimum qualifications: • Proven fundraising abilities with 7+ years of experience in positions with progressively increasing responsibility • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, advanced degree desirable • Track record of identifying and cultivating major donors (including six-figure gifts, experience with seven-figure gifts a plus) • Superb staff management experience, with the ability to direct and mentor development staff, as well as the ability to empower staff and allow them to be creative and resourceful to achieve their goals • Entrepreneurial spirit and success building or enlarging fundraising programs, as well as ability to work independently to set and achieve goals • Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in philanthropy/major gifts • Management style that builds alliances within the organization and emphasizes consensus building, participatory management, high ethical standards, collegiality, and effective teamwork • A commitment to Audubon’s mission of conservation of birds, other wildlife, and their habitat and the ability to communicate the mission, goals, and programs effectively • Astute financial management skills • Superb communication and presentation skills, excellent writing skills, and demonstrated success in proposal development • Strong planning, organization, time management, and multi-tasking skills • Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills, proven ability to collaborate successfully with colleagues in a matrixed-organization to develop gift ideas and raise funds, capacity to work easily and effectively with a wide range of people, acting diplomatically, and exhibiting sensitivity to and an understanding of the dynamics of a complex organization • The highest level of personal and professional integrity and quality standards • Specific knowledge of PC-based computers with expertise in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook preferred • Expertise in donor database management systems (Millennium) a plus • Willingness and ability to travel, some weekends and evenings required Compensation and Benefits Audubon offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. This position will be located either in Emeryville or Los Angeles, California. To Apply: To be considered for this position, interested candidates must follow the link below to submit a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. CEA Recruiting is assisting Audubon California with this search. Please direct all applications and inquiries to CEA Recruiting. This position will remain open until filled. http://www.ceaconsulting.com/what/position_details.aspx?client=CEA&jobId=206 Audubon is an equal opportunity employer. CEA Recruiting works with leading environmental nonprofits, foundations, and businesses to recruit top talent and design effective organizational staffing strategies. For more information, visit www.cearecruiting.com.

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Program Evaluation Internship

Spring 2013 Program Evaluation Internship Released November 5, 2012 Public Profit helps public service organizations measure and manage what matters. Our clients include a variety of public service organizations that serve children and youth, including schools, family resource centers, and children’s policy advocates. We provide program evaluation, evaluation capacity-building and data visualization services to our clients. Public Profit is conducting an evaluation of a professional development program for youth workers that seeks to improve their ability to improve the emotional climate of after school programs by more meaningfully involving young people in leadership roles. The mixed methods evaluation design incorporates multiple data sources, including key informant interviews and focus groups, expert observation, large-scale survey data and stakeholder surveys. The Program Evaluation Intern will assist with the collection and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data and with authoring findings reports and articles intended for journal publication. The ideal candidate will have: • Familiarity with a variety of child and family policies and programs, including child care, K-12 education and after-school programming. • Training in statistics and program evaluation; graduate level training preferred. • Excellent writing and editing skills; experience preparing journal articles a plus. • Hands-on experience managing data and conducting basic descriptive and inferential statistics. Strong familiarity with Excel and SPSS a must. • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and to meet deadlines. What the Intern will gain from this position: • Opportunity to build skills in evaluation design and implementation, with an emphasis on data cleaning and analysis. • Co-authorship acknowledgement in findings reports and journal articles. About the position: • Internship will last from January – May 2013, approximately 10 hours per week. • An honorarium of $5,000 is provided with the internship. • Intern will work at Public Profit’s offices in downtown Oakland; work-at-home opportunities are available with a proven track record of performance. To apply: • Email a cover letter and resume, with candidate’s name in the document title (e.g. Amirah Shah Resume) to jobs@publicprofit.net. • Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

San Francisco Community Program Manager, Park Stewardship Program

San Francisco Community Program Manager, Park Stewardship Program Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy Are you passionate about working with community and restoring open space? We are looking for an individual who is excited about engaging a diverse range of local community members in the stewardship of park lands in San Francisco. The Park Stewardship Program engages and sustains a vibrant community of stewards in the restoration of parklands within the Golden Gate National Parks. With an understanding that active engagement in the care of parklands leads to a deeper appreciation of their value, the Park Stewardship Program works to educate the community, particularly youth, about the value of public lands, and provide meaningful service learning opportunities. In addition, the program works to foster collaboration with local community groups and maintains numerous long‐term community and educational partnerships. San Francisco Community Program Manager, Park Stewardship Program As the Program Manager, you will work to develop and expand volunteer opportunities and educational programming in connection with several active restoration projects in San Francisco. You will become a member of a thriving park-wide stewardship network working to restore key parkland while engaging local community members, especially youth, in this effort. Duties and Responsibilities:  Grow and support existing volunteer relationships while developing new partnerships and programs.  Develop, organize and lead work days for local volunteers and special groups.  Organize and lead service-learning programs for school groups in conjunction with the Trails, Nurseries and Crissy Field Center programs.  Recruit, hire and manage local interns to support stewardship efforts.  Create and pilot new programming that engages the community in original ways, and builds new audiences with an interest in national parks and open space.  Serve as an expert on the ecology, natural history and restoration efforts of the San Francisco stewardship sites.  Partner closely with Youth Development Coordinator and provide innovative youth programming and internship opportunities for local students.  Develop programming and lead educational walks about the stewardship efforts and related natural and cultural history.  Collect and analyze data to track and evaluate restoration efforts, and help to develop annual summary report.  Work with Park and Conservancy staff on reports and data needed to support fundraising efforts and meet directly with funders for field visits.  Develop a monthly e-newsletter, maintain a web presence, and help with bulletin board maintenance.  Engage park visitors on site, communicate about park issues and educate the public about volunteer and educational opportunities.  Provide support to partner programs, including the Presidio Park Stewards and the Presidio Native Plant nursery.  Attend relevant meetings within all partner organizations.  Drive 15-passenger van and be responsible for all passenger safety and supervision during transport. Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, communicate and motivate volunteers of all ages, including youth. Experience in volunteer management, enthusiasm for fostering a community-based stewardship program and a desire to reach a diverse population. Experience and knowledge in the management of natural resources (familiarity with ecology, and restoration highly desirable). Ability to make connections between the urban and natural environment and make programming relevant to a local audience. Desire to work in a team and to work with a diversity of people with different backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, and viewpoints. Strong organizational and group management skills. Enjoy working outdoors in all kinds of weather and site conditions. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Friendly, welcoming and outgoing personality. Bilingual in Spanish or Cantonese a plus. Proficiency in writing and basic computer skills. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and general database applications. Experience with Photoshop, InDesign and GIS a plus. Ability to obtain a Class B License. This requires a valid California Driver’s license and excellent driving record. This position requires a Tuesday-Saturday schedule to accommodate volunteer programs, the flexibility to occasionally work outside normal hours, including occasional overnight trips. Frequent local travel will be necessary (vehicle provided). This position entails a large percentage of vigorous physical activity. Work is primarily performed standing or walking, and also requires squatting, kneeling and lifting as much as 40 pounds. This position also entails work at a computer station, occasionally for up to 8 hours a day. Compensation: This is a full time, benefited position. Compensation for this position will be commensurate with work experience, skills, and educational background. Primary office is in the Presidio, San Francisco. To Apply: Please email your resume and a thoughtful cover letter to Monica Stafford to mstafford@parksconservancy.org. No phone inquiries please. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Desired start date is January 2013. The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy endeavors to build a staff which reflects the diversity of our community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.