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Updated: 3/12/2010 10:29 am
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Application Process:
Please note: Due to high volume, Women for Women International cannot provide confirmation that resumes or other application materials have been received. If you require such verification, please fax your resume from a machine that has the capacity to print a confirmation page. Only qualified candidates will be contacted by WWI staff.
PLEASE RESPECT OUR "NO PHONE CALLS" POLICY
INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED ON A ROLLING BASIS – EARLY APPLICATION IS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
To apply for a position, please send your resume with a cover letter to humanresources@womenforwomen.org, via fax (202.293.0853) or mail to:
ATTN: Human Resources
Women for Women International
4455 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Suite 200
Washington, DC20008
Please include the title of the position in the subject line of all e-mail applications. Emails without title of position in subject line will be rejected. Also, include any additional information, such as writing samples and salary requirements, as indicated in the position announcement.
Please be careful of fraudulent offers of employment. We do not request personal information such as passports or social security numbers prior to an offer of employment or monetary funds to participate in training activities.
Women for Women International is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The following positions are currently open in our DC Office:
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CONSULTANCIES
Cooperative Development Consultant
CIFI Land Development Consultant
GLOBAL PROGRAMS
Program Analyst
MARKETING AND DEVELOPMENT
Corporate Partnership Manager
Marketing & Outreach Coordinator
INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT
Major Donor Relations and Stewardship Coordinator
Manager of Special Events
SPONSORSHIP OPERATIONS
Operation Analytics Coordinator
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
Junior Accountant
HUMAN RESOURCES
Global Human Resources Manager
Front Desk Administrative Assistant
EXECUTIVE OFFICE
Communications Coordinator
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The following positions are currently open in our UK Office:
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The following positions are currently open in our Africa Office:
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Cooperative Development Consultant
Title: Cooperative Development Consultant
Area: Headquarters
Dept: Global Programs Unit
Status: Consultant
Location: Washington, DC
Reports To: Economic Development Specialist
BACKGROUND:
The women in the WfWI program receive extensive training in, among other topics, household budgeting, saving, and a vocational skill. For those women in rural areas, the vocational topic is almost always agriculture, and as we encourage them to move from sustenance agriculture to commercial farming, we also encourage them to work together. Our trainers tell them that by pooling their resources, both money and labor, they will be able to produce more in fewer work hours.
As a result, in places like Rwanda and Kosovo, WfWI graduates are forming "local cooperatives". These are groups of 20-40 women who jointly farm a hectare or two and either sell the produce or divide it among themselves.
As they progress, it will be in their interest to create formal cooperatives, to register their collaborative activity as a legal entity. In some countries this is easy enough to do; in others not so. In any case, the women in the program do not know very much about forming a cooperative, about managing one, or about membership.
While WfWI is beginning a series of classes in business skills which will improve some basic commercial skills, the specifics of cooperatives are not included.
The women need basic and practical sessions, tailored to their level of education, to their likely application of the principles, and to the legal, regulatory, and cultural norms of their societies. They need to have a practical understanding of what distinguishes a cooperative from other forms of business entities; the various types of cooperatives; purchasing & marketing through cooperatives; the structure, control, and finance of co-ops; the responsibilities and duties of cooperative members; and how to make decisions concerning membership.
The objective is to foster profitable commercial enterprises.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
The consultant will work with WfWI staff in Washington to prepare two sets of training materials. The first training should be broad-based to serve as an introduction to all cooperative members. We envision this as quite short. The second training will be for a much smaller number of women, the potential managers of the cooperatives, and be much longer.
These training curricula will be the consultant's deliverables, and local experts in each country will adapt this training material to the legal, regulatory, and cultural norms of their societies.
Essentially, what we are looking for is an existing, complete, high quality training program which has been expertly revised to meet the needs and learning levels of our participants.
The participants are socially excluded women and often the most vulnerable members in their societies. They have been victims of conflict, and many have lost family members to violence and disease. Most of the women have received little or no education. Illiteracy is high among our participants-- in Sudan, for example, 94% of women are illiterate. Many women are also innumerate. Participants earn their income primarily through agriculture, day labor, and petty trading.
QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:
- Extensive experience in cooperative development internationally.
- A beneficiaries-focused approach.
- Demonstrated skills in creating training and implementation plans.
- Understanding of conflict environments.
- Understanding of economic development work in areas of severe poverty.
- Fluency in English and excellent English writing skills.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Experience with illiterate beneficiaries valued.
- Demonstrated ability to develop sound recommendations and effectively plan, direct and evaluate the work of others.
TO APPLY:
Interested parties should send a CV, references, and a brief description of the proposed approach to Jon Thiele, Economic Development Specialist, via:
- Email (preferred, with “Cooperative Development Consultant” in the subject line of the email) to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org,
- Fax: 202 293 0853 or
- Regular mail:
ATTN: Human Resources Department
Women for Women International
4455 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20008
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
CIFI - Sudan Land Development Consultant
Title: Cooperative Development Consultant
Area: Sudan
Dept: Global Programs Unit
Status: Consultancy
Location: Makernhoum, Pacong Payam, East Rumbek, Sudan
Reports To: Agribusiness Specialist
A. BACKGROUND
Women for Women International (WfWI) launched operations in Rumbek, Southern Sudan in 2006; a time when the region was at the onset of its struggle to recover from a 50 year legacy of war. Many of the people in this region are from a pastoralist tradition. Years of conflict disrupted and destroyed trade relationships and routes, leaving the pastoralist socio-economic traditions in place without the benefit of significant economic activities to fuel them. This “low output economic engine” helps to drive the regions overwhelming challenges - widespread poverty, chronic draught, food shortage/insecurity, high illiteracy and a stunning lack of basic infrastructure. Socio-culturally, patriarchy is prevalent, rendering women and girl children particularly vulnerable in this highly challenging environment.
In an average household, women are mother, wife, caretaker and the provider and preparer of the family’s food. Strengthening their agricultural production capacity is thus a critical step towards sustainable peace and economic recovery. Women for Women International’s Commercial Integrated Farming Initiative (CIFI), a component of our income generation strategy for Sudan, will contribute in a small but significant way to enabling this process of peace and economic recovery.
CIFI Sudan was established in January 2008 in partnership with Lundin for Africa. The main goal of the project is to bring about increased employment and incomes for 3,000 of our program participants over a three-year period. Through CIFI women are provided training in appropriate skills, techniques and sustainable practices of commercial integrated farming, enabling them to address market demand in a profitable way by basing their crop selection and methods of production on market considerations.
CIFI Sudan is implemented in Makernhoum, Pacong Payam, East Rumbek, where the local communities have provided 90ha of land for the project. Shortly after acquisition of the land, program participants started cultivation. The main crops grown initially were vegetables - cowpea, egg plant, collard greens, tomatoes, bell peppers, water melon, okra, kudura, amokebe, hot peppers, onions, and some maize. Within a year, other vegetables and groundnuts were added and so were some cassava, bananas, assorted fruit trees on trial basis and animal husbandry. Based on a recent market study, Sorghum is our next addition.
Cultivation started on approximately 20ha of the land with the help of a small irrigation system, supplemented by the rains during the wet season. In June 2009, a new irrigation system was launched, that covers at least 40 ha of the farm land. Our plans are to have at least 20 additional hectares put under cultivation at the beginning of 2010 and 10-20ha more by the end of 2010, making a total of 70-80ha under crop cultivation. Another 5 ha of this land will be reserved for animal husbandry and about 5-10ha reserved for infrastructure (offices, staff quarters, etc.)[1], and recreational activities.
The problem is that crop cultivation and some basic construction started before a proper land use/management plan had been put in place and has continued that way. While this worked for some time, the involvement of more women and growing expansion of cultivation calls for proper planning of the land. This need was further confirmed by flooding that damaged a substantial part of the cultivated area in August/September, 2009 – exposing another dimension of the much needed land plan – a flood mitigation plan.
B. OBJECTIVES
A proper farm plan/design to enable proper utilization of the land, coupled with an appropriate flood mitigation measure, will greatly enhance the success and subsequent sustainability of CIFI. Our preliminary thoughts are to have 20ha each for vegetables, groundnuts, sorghum and maize, and 5ha each for animal husbandry (poultry, cattle, goats and apiary) and infrastructure.
The main aim of this assignment is to i) design a proper plan for the 90ha piece of land that takes into account the main land uses – crops, animals and infrastructure; ii) design and implement a farm plan that incorporates a proper crop rotation plan, taking into consideration the main product categories (vegetables, groundnuts, maize, sorghum and animal husbandry); and iii) design and implement an appropriate flood mitigation strategy. A topographic map is an integral part of this assignment.
While focused on promoting efficient and profitable use of the land, the land plan and layout should be designed to protect and conserve the environment - minimizing environmental damage inherent to agricultural activities.
C. SCOPE OF WORK
This assignment involves the following activities:
a. A topographic survey and topographic map of the 90ha piece of land.
b. Appropriate land use/management plan, showing suitable areas for the different land uses – crops, animals and infrastructure.
c. Farm design that incorporates a proper crop rotation plan, taking into consideration the main product categories (vegetables, groundnuts, maize, sorghum and animal husbandry). Farm plan to show clearly the land allocations for the various farm enterprises and boundary marks between them. d. Implementation of farm design: Partitioning of the farm into main farming blocks using canals, life plants, etc.
e. Design and implement an appropriate flood mitigation scheme. This will be informed by the topographic map as well as the flood prone areas identified through the August/September flooding. Implementation could involve digging of drainage canals or any other proven strategy. Flood mitigation plan should be such that feeds into the irrigation system, say through a system of canals and reservoirs by which water drained through several trenches (canals) is collected at the lower end into a big water reservoir (dug and covered with heavy plastic).
Ideally, the firms/experts hired for this assignment should have a broader set of agricultural water management skills that permit them to provide advice on how to link the flood water collection reservoirs to the irrigation system.
The main deliverables for this assignment are: i) A topographic plan, including a topographic map of the land; ii) A broader land use and management plan/design showing suitable locations and size of the various farm enterprises; including implementation tips and guidelines; iii) Farm partitioned into main farming blocks, including practical crop rotation strategies and guidelines; iv) Flood management system: design (document) and implemented.
Women for Women International now invites eligible consultants to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested consultants must provide initial information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc.). Consultants may associate to enhance their qualifications and competiveness given the multi-task/expertise nature of this assignment. From the expression of interest received, a short list of consultants will be constituted, to whom detailed terms of references will be sent for competitive bidding.
CRITERIA FOR SHORT LISTING OF CONSULTANTS:
Consultants interested in being considered for full invitations to tender should submit expressions of interest of no more than 3 pages, establishing the following minimum criteria: Significant skills and experience in farm planning and design, including crop rotation planning. Good knowledge of agricultural production, crops, cropping patterns and integration of crop and animal husbandry. Significant skills in flood management and in harnessing rain water for irrigation. Work experience in Sub Saharan African countries including South Sudan and some understanding of the local languages particularly Dinka, would be a plus.
SUBMISSION OF EOIs:
Interested firms must submit EOIs by the deadline of February 5, 2010. Submissions and inquiries may be emailed and include the following text in the subject line “CIFI_S Land Development”to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org, kmayik@yahoo.com, and dmaoa1@yahoo.com.au
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
Global Human Resources Manager
Title: Global Human Resources Manager
Area: Headquarters
Dept: Human Resources
Status: Full-time, Exempt with Benefits
Location: Washington, DC
Reports To: Executive Director of Global Human resources
PURPOSE:
Women for Women International (WfWI) provides women survivors of war, civil strife, and other conflicts with the tools and resources to move from crisis and poverty to stability and self-sufficiency, thereby promoting viable peaceful societies. We do this through a multi-layered core program of direct aid and emotional support, rights-based education, and economic development.
The organization was founded in 1993 and has benefited more than one million people, helping over 195,000 women survivors of war to move towards economic self-reliance and distributing over $79 million in direct aid and micro-credit loans. WfWI currently has offices in the US and the UK to support field operations in: Afghanistan, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, Kosovo, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Sudan. www.womenforwomen.org
WfWI is seeking to hire a Global Human Resources Manager to provide support to our overseas Country Offices.
The Global Human Resources Manager will report to the Executive Director of Human Resources, and work in partnership with the Executive Director of Global Programs. This position will serve as HR manager and liaison between HQ (Headquarters) and Country (Global) offices located in Afghanistan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Democratic Republic of Congo, Iraq, Kosovo, Nigeria, Rwanda and Sudan on a variety of key human resources functions. Frequent travel between HQ and each of the Women for Women International country offices is to be expected. The Global Human Resources Manager will collaborate with Country Directors and designated in-country representatives on policies and procedures, recruiting, performance management, benefits, and security management.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate with Country Directors and designated in-country representatives to ensure that HR systems, including policies and procedures are developed, continuously monitored and updated, and are compliant with local laws and in line with HQ standards.
- Develop, implement and monitor all HR county office support systems including recruiting, performance management, benefits and compliance to ensure smooth functioning, communication and coordination with HQ.
- Ensure that contractual, compensation, financial and legal issues are compliant in the local offices and in accordance with HQ policy.
- Ensure that hiring and employment practices are in compliance with organization and local standards.
- Provide recruitment support including selection training to Country Directors and ensure that on-boarding systems and processes are in place.
- Develop compensation programs and strategies that allow country offices to attract and retain the best talent.
- Manage the development and compliance of security standards and procedures.
- Recommend and manage/lead training, as well as identify staff development opportunities.
- Ensure that personnel files are maintained and appropriately copied to HQ including contracts, job descriptions, and performance evaluations.
- Recommend best practices to create opportunities for information flow between HQ and country offices, as well as look for opportunities for inter-country information sharing.
QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:
- Desire and ability to frequently travel to country offices
- Minimum of a BA or BS degree in Business Administration or Human Resources
- At least seven years in a Human Resources capacity entailing recruiting, staff development and employee relations, policies and procedures, international labor laws and compensation; with at least five of those years experience in international human resource management
- Experience with resolving employee relations situations and legal issues relevant to employment in country office regions
- Ability to work well and communicate effectively with others; role requires serving multiple constituencies and moving initiatives forward
- Superior interpersonal, organizational, planning and analytical skills are essential
- Advanced knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures relevant to global Human Resources Management is required
- Demonstrated excellence in writing and developing personnel policies and procedures is required.
- Demonstrated ability to develop sound recommendations and effectively plan, direct and evaluate the work of others.
TO APPLY:
Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter via:
- Email (preferred, with “Global HR Manager” in the subject line of the email) to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org,
- Fax: 202 293 0853 or
- Regular mail:
ATTN: Human Resources Department
Women for Women International
4455 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20008
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
Program Analyst
Area: Headquarters
Dept: Global Programs Unit
Status: Full-time
Location: Washington, DC
Reports To: Deputy Director of Global Programs
PURPOSE:
The Program Analyst will establish processes for integrating a performance management function into Women for Women International’s program strategy and manage the performance management and information sharing function on behalf of Global Programs. The Analyst will apply analytical and business planning skills to multiple aspects of Women for Women International’s service delivery and operations in order to identify, analyze and report on ways to improve program efficiency and effectiveness. The Program Analyst reports to the Deputy Director of Global Programs and works closely with the Executive Director of Global Programs, Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, Economic Development Specialist, Agribusiness Specialist, and national field staff. The position requires regular coordination among departments in Washington, DC, in particular between Finance and the Global Programs Unit.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Establish processes for performance management in multiple aspects of the organization’s program strategy, including extensive data sharing among departments
- Monitor actual versus planned expenses for eight country offices on a monthly basis to identify, evaluate and report areas of concern
- On at least a quarterly basis (more frequently for high intensity projects), evaluate actual versus planned deliverables from operational plans for eight country offices to flag and evaluate areas where additional support or other inputs may be needed
- Monitor expenditures on major grants on a monthly basis to ensure that spending is on track and communicate issues to program leads
- Review all financial reports to donors for grants from Washington, DC and Country offices
- Review and analyze “cost to serve” program participant data for country offices and recommend areas where increased efficiencies may be achieved
- Track actual expenses versus business plans for specific projects, including resource centers known as Women’s Opportunity Centers and identify and evaluate areas where attention is needed
- Monitor Global Program Unit actual versus planned expenses from annual budget and report monthly to program team
- Contribute to business planning, in particular financial model development, including strategies to produce earned revenue, for specific projects that provide services to Women for Women
- International program participants and graduates
- Build capacity as appropriate for Country office staff to engage in the types of analysis conducted by this position
- Produce presentations, reports, briefings and other means of sharing data and results of analysis
- Travel occasionally to country offices to assist with the above activities as needed
- Other duties as required by the position
QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:
- MBA, public policy or graduate of other program with strong quantitative emphasis with at least five years of relevant work experience preferred
- High level of financial analysis proficiency, including experience with budgets and financial models
- Outstanding analytical and quantitative research skills
- Demonstrated business planning skills
- Project management experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with diverse audiences
- Highly respectful and collaborative manner with capacity to teach and coach others
- Flexible and adaptable to dynamic working conditions
- Commitment to grassroots international development and the advancement of women International experience desirable
- Proficiency in any of the following languages, while not required for the position is welcome:
- Albanian, Arabic, Swahili, Bosnian, Dari, Pashto or Kinyarwandan
TO APPLY:
Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter via:
- Email (preferred, with “Program Analystt” in the subject line of the email) to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org,
- Fax: 202 293 0853 or
- Regular mail:
ATTN: Human Resources Department
Women for Women International
4455 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20008
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
Front Desk Administrative Assistant
Title: Front Desk Administrative Assistant
Area: Headquarters
Dept: Human Resources
Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Location: Washington, DC
Reports To: Senior Human Resources Manager
PURPOSE:
The Front Desk Administrative Assistant provides general office support with a variety of clerical activities and related tasks. The Front Desk Administrative Assistant's primary responsibility will be answering incoming calls, directing calls to appropriate staff, mail distribution, flow of correspondence, requisition of supplies as well as additional general office duties.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Answer main phone lines in a courteously, professional manner providing callers with requested assistance and directing calls to appropriate parties Answer main phone lines in a courteously, professional manner providing callers with requested assistance and directing calls to appropriate parties Answer main phone lines in a courteously, professional manner providing callers with requested assistance and directing calls to appropriate parties
- Ability to record accurate phone messages as well as forward main voicemail box messages to corresponding departments
- Greet and direct staff, board members, volunteers, interns and visitors to their intended destinations
- Maintain Outlook mailboxes and conference room scheduling
- Assist with hospitality including arranging for meals, replenishing guest reading materials, and assisting with upkeep of the front lobby
- Ship packages via courier, DHL, Fed Ex, UPS, or USPS and other shipping errands as needed
- Process and distribute mail, including confidential and sensitive documents
- Operate and upkeep office printers, copiers, postage meter and fax machines
- Order and maintain of inventory of kitchen/office supplies and publications
- Assist with the posting of internships and new staff positions as well as in the distribution of candidate application materials to appropriate departments
- Creation of new volunteer folders for monthly sessions and entry of corresponding information into WfW database
- Prepare expense reports for reconciliation of monthly credit card statements
- Assist Executive Director for Global Human Resources with all travel, including ticketing, accommodations, advance requests, and ground transportation when necessary
- Assist with other tasks as requested
QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:
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Minimum 2 years professional administrative experience in a fast-paced office environment
- Extensive computer skills (especially Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and the Internet); spreadsheet and data entry skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, multiple goals, and prioritize assignments
- Good sense of humor
- Possess exceptional professional, interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Promptness, reliability and sound judgment required
- Ability to work as part of a team and take initiative in project management
- Well-organized with attention to detail and a resourceful problem solver
- Ability to work effectively under pressure without close supervision
- Self motivated and goal/deadline oriented
- Interest in the mission and programs of Women for Women International
TO APPLY:
Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter via:
- Email (preferred, with “Front Desk Admin. Asst.” in the subject line of the email) to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org,
- Fax: 202 293 0853 or
- Regular mail:
ATTN: Human Resources Department
Women for Women International
4455 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20008
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
Marketing & Outreach Coordinator
Title: Marketing & Outreach Coordinator
Area: Headquarters
Dept: Marketing
Status: Full time
Location: Washington, DC
Reports To: Senior Marketing Manager and Grassroots Marketing Officer
Description:
The Marketing & Outreach Coordinator plays a crucial role in supporting a portion of the Marketing Department administratively, has a number of important duties related to outreach and supports the department on projects as needed.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drafting, reviewing and providing input on media outreach materials such as, newsletter, website, blogs, social media sites, direct mail solicitations, e-mail solicitations and alerts.
- Assist Women for Women International’s relationship with Global Impact, our CFC management firm, to develop updates and meet filing reporting requirements, and coordinate participation in Global Impact events.
- Support the Senior Marketing Manager and Customer Service to ensure state registration deadlines are met.
- Track and maintain database records on matching gifts, workplace giving and volunteers. Monitor all marketing materials on hand.
- Assist in tracking department invoices to ensure timely approval and payment.
- Responsible for thanking and acknowledging donors and supporters.
- Meet regular reporting and analysis requirements.
- Assist with external and volunteer meeting coordination and preparation.
- Conduct donor and project research.
- Field inquiries from grassroots supporters – maintaining external relationships, receiving funds, and managing distribution of materials.
- Assist with day-to-day operations work in support of the Run for Congo Women, an international run walk series. Complete other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:
- 1-3 years experience of work experience preferably in nonprofit fundraising, direct marketing or political campaigns desired.
- Bachelor’s Degree (BA, BS).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, take direction from multiple people, manage multiple goals, problem-solve and prioritize among assignments.
- Self motivated and goal/deadline oriented.
- Strong attention to detail and follow through.
- Excellent computer skills. Experience using Excel, Outlook and Word in particular needed as well as other MS Office programs. Specific knowledge in fundraising databases a plus.
- Basic HTML knowledge is a plus but not necessary.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Demonstrated creativity and flexibility.
- Comfortable in a fast paced and growing organization.
- Interest in the mission and programs of Women for Women International.
TO APPLY: Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter via: Email (preferred, with “Marketing and Outreach Coordinator” in the subject line of the email) to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org, Fax: 202 293 0853 or Regular mail: ATTN: Human Resources Department Women for Women International 4455 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20008 Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis. The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview. Please respect our “no phone calls” policy. Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa. Women for Women International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
Major Donor Relations and Stewardship Coordinator
Title: Major Donor Relations and Stewardship Coordinator
Area: Headquarters
Dept: Institutional Advancement
Status: Full time, 1 year post
Location: Washington, DC
Reports To: Senior Major Gifts Officer
POSITION PROMPTLY CLOSES AT 5:00 PM, FRIDAY MARCH 19, 2010 AFTER WHICH TIME WE WILL NO LONGER ACCEPT APPLICATIONS
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support Institutional Advancement team, particularly the individual major gift officers, with all aspects of major donor relations and gift stewardship
- Coordinate and write major donor correspondence, including solicitation letters, steward reports, online appeals, donor trip briefings, and other communication
- Manage donor acknowledgement process
- Coordinate and send out follow-up materials following major donor visits conducted by major gift officers
- Provide logistics support for donor trips, major donor visits, small events, dinners and receptions
- Draft, edit and proofread concept papers, letters of inquiry, and proposals for major donor prospects
- Liaise with marketing, grassroots, sponsorship, and global programs colleagues to coordinate joint efforts with Institutional Advancement
- Maintain donor records in the fundraising database and facilitate data entry when appropriate
- Conduct thank you calls and write thank you notes to major donors
- Work closely with the Executive Office to receive downloads on major donor meetings and contacts conducted by the Global Leadership Team and coordinate follow-up steps
- Produce major gift analysis reports for major gift officers through the fundraising database
- Respond to supporter requests for information via email, phone and mail.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:
- 1-3 years experience working with nonprofits; fundraising, public/external relations, and/or marketing experience a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, multiple goals, problem-solve and prioritize among assignments.
- Self motivated and goal/deadline oriented.
- Strong attention to detail and follow through.
- Excellent computer skills, including fundraising database knowledge.
- Ability to work as a team member, display tact and grace under pressure.
- Demonstrated creativity and flexibility.
- Promptness, reliability and sound judgment required.
- Ability to handle stress and work under pressure at times.
- Knowledge about the mission and programs of Women for Women International.
- Strong commitment to working with women and women’s issues.
TO APPLY: Please submit your resume/CV, cover letter and a 2 – 3 page writing sample – preferably a fundraising document - no later than March 19, 2010, via:
- Email (preferred, with “Major Donor Relations and Stewardship Coordinator” in the subject line of the email) to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org,
- Fax: 202 293 0853 or
- Regular mail:
ATTN: Human Resources Department
Women for Women International
4455 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20008
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
Title: Manager of Special Events
Area: Headquarters
Dept: Institutional Advancement
Status: Full time - Exempt with Benefits
Location: Washington, DC
Reports To: Director of Institutional Advancement
PURPOSE: Women for Women International seeks a seasoned events professional for the position of Manager of Special Events. The Manager plans, coordinates logistics and executes signature special events for Women for Women International’s Institutional Advancement Department, including the annual fundraising gala and luncheon. In addition, the Manager of Special Events will provide support to local major donor events, especially those developed by the organization’s Leadership Circles, and oversee implementation of major donor trips.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Gala and Luncheon
- Coordinate IA to meet a $1,000,000-plus revenue goal for Women for Women International’s annual Gala and $400,000-plus revenue goal for annual luncheon
- Coordinate with colleagues, high level volunteers and senior staff to secure financial commitments, develop Gala program, secure key participants such as emcees, honorees, and performers
- Coordinate and/or execute all event logistics, including data, invitations, approvals, tribute journal, event program, video, media, etc.
- Coordinate venue, entertainment and all day-of event logistics, and coordinate with events firm, if needed
- Write and/or coordinate all event correspondence, including solicitations, acknowledgments and program copy
- Manage budgets and financial tracking for the events, and supervise database maintenance
Support Local Events
- In concert with major gifts staff, create a regular schedule of events for major donors
- Support donor-hosted smaller events such as cocktail parties and receptions with logistics, including data, invitations, approvals, etc.
Manage Donor Trips
- Organize donor trips for major donors and prospects, including all trip promotional materials and logistics, in coordination with travel agency if needed
QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:
- Bachelors degree
- 4 years of successful special events experience at a non-profit organization
- Self-starter with extraordinary organizational skills; the ability to prioritize with attention to detail
- Must be high energy with the stamina necessary to oversee an event calendar with accuracy under pressure
- The ability to represent the organization and interface with all levels of staff, volunteers and donors, while maintaining tact, diplomacy and confidentiality is essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to compose, edit, and proof correspondence and documents required
- Excellent computer skills, including competency with Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, and Outlook
TO APPLY: Please submit the following materials no later than March 31: a resume, cover letter and two references and a cover letter detailing relevant experience and why you would like to work at Women for Women International via email (preferred) via:
- Email (preferred, with “Manager of Special Events” in the subject line of the email) to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org,
- Fax: 202 293 0853 or
- Regular mail:
ATTN: Human Resources Department
Women for Women International
4455 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20008
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis. The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Title: Corporate Partnership Manager
Area: Headquarters
Dept: Marketing and Development
Status: Full time
Location: Washington, DC
Reports To: Director of Marketing
Description:
The Corporate Relations Manager will direct and manage the relationships between Women for Women International and our corporate supporters.
One-time Responsibilities:
- Determine overarching strategy for corporate relations
- Spectrum of opportunities for corporate supporters
- Types of organizations with whom to partner
- Determine specific strategies for each component of the spectrum of supporter engagement opportunities
- Number of supporters with whom the organization should engage at each part of the spectrum
- Other staff / board members / LC members to engage at each part of the spectrum to assist in implementation of strategy
- Development of turnkey approaches to engage new partners and maintain existing relationships
- Assess new opportunities to pursue relationships with corporate supporters
- Analyze potential of relationship and fit with organization
- Develop partner-specific strategies to seize initial new opportunities
- Work with the Corporate Partnerships Board Committee to design and produce corporate solicitation materials, including supporter-specific pitch decks / proposals and brochures
- Work with appropriate Women for Women International staff to identify and fulfill ‘ask’ opportunities for corporate supporters
- e.g., corporate donation for building a new WOC, implementation of job creation program, etc
- Develop tracking and reporting system to record activities and manage relationships with corporate supporters
- Develop the organization’s brand management strategy, specifically as it relates to positioning with corporate supporters, in conjunction with the Director of Marketing and President
- Ensure relationships with corporate supporters support the overall branding strategy of the organization
- Develop the organization’s public relations (PR) strategy, specifically as it relates to leveraging corporate supporters, in conjunction with the Director of Marketing and President
Ongoing Responsibilities
- Manage relationships with corporate supporters, acting as a representative of the organization
- Oversee activities of Board Members and Leadership Circle Members serving as liaisons to corporate supporters
- On annual basis, host one in-person meeting to review the strategies for the coming year
- On a quarterly basis, host a phone call to brief members on upcoming events
- Manage the Board of Directors Corporate Partnership Committee
- On annual basis, host one in-person meeting to review the strategies for the coming year
- On a quarterly basis, host a phone call to brief members on upcoming events
- Conduct annual review of specific strategies for each component of the spectrum of supporter engagement opportunities
- Number of supporters with whom the organization should engage at each part of the spectrum
- Other staff / board members / LC members to engage at each part of the spectrum to assist in implementation of strategy
- Turnkey approaches to engage new partners and maintain existing relationships
- Create annual corporate outreach strategy and calendar of activities
- Coordinate with Institutional Advancement and Executive Office
- Work with appropriate Women for Women International staff to identify and fulfill ‘ask’ opportunities for corporate supporters
- e.g., corporate donation for building a new WOC, implementation of job creation program, etc
- Assess new opportunities to pursue relationships with corporate supporters
- Analyze potential of relationship and fit with organization
- Develop partner-specific strategies to seize new opportunities or further expand existing relationships
- Manage, review, and update corporate solicitation materials, including supporter-specific pitch decks / proposals and brochures
- Create reports detailing the status of relationships with corporate supporters
- Monthly reports for internal use; quarterly reports for Corporate Partnership Board Committee
- P&L for each relationship; successes; areas for improvement; ongoing strategy / future opportunities, calendar of outreach activities, etc.
- In conjunction with the Director of Marketing and President, manage the organization’s brand management strategy, specifically as it relates to positioning with corporate supporters
- Ensure relationships with corporate supporters support the overall branding strategy of the organization
- In conjunction with the Director of Marketing and President, manage the organization’s public relations (PR) strategy, specifically as it relates to leveraging corporate supporters
- Serve as a member of the Marketing team, providing input to the organization’s overall marketing plan and assisting with additional marketing activities as needed
- Liaise with the Executive Office as necessary
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- 5 years experience of work experience preferably in nonprofit fundraising and private sector.
- Experience in corporate partnership outreach or donor relations preferred.
- Bachelor’s Degree (BA, BS).
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically.
- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
- Self motivated and goal/deadline oriented.
- Experience managing cross functional teams and projects.
- Strong attention to detail and follow through.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Demonstrated creativity and flexibility.
- Comfortable in a fast paced and growing organization.
- Interest in the mission and programs of Women for Women International.
TO APPLY:
Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter via:
- Email (preferred, with “Corporate Relations Manager” in the subject line of the email) to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org,
- Fax: 202 293 0853 or
- Regular mail:
ATTN: Human Resources Department
Women for Women International
4455 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20008
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
Operation Analytics Coordinator
Area: Headquarters
Dept: Sponsorship Operation
Status: Full time, Exempt
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: Database Analytics Manager
PURPOSE:
Women for Women International is a non-profit women’s humanitarian organization with rapid year-over-year growth, significant media attention and proven success in achieving our mission – including winning the prestigious the Conrad N. Hilton humanitarian award.
Sponsorship Operation Department manages the process of sponsorship of one woman at a time and drives revenue through recurring contributions. The department relies heavily on metrics to measure and drive efficiency, quality and performance. As part of the Sponsorship Operation Team, the Operation Analytics Coordinator will report directly to Database Analytics Manager and be a key member of maintaining donor database integrity and continuously improving toward data-driven and efficient business operation.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Update and maintain integrity of Women for Women International donor database, including daily data import, cleansing and validation, developing data QA methods.
- Interface with all departments to understand reporting needs and create and execute reporting to meet those needs.
- Provide end user support including periodic training and maintenance of the database manual.
- Prepare and publish updates regular reporting for management as needed.
- Prepare and publish ad hoc analyses such as organizational overall stats, Customer Service function metrics, expense reporting, and Google analytics.
- Assist in creation of revenue and operation analytics, including Sponsorship Program survey results
- Assist in identifying and effecting operational improvements based on data trends within current processes and systems
- Assist in new system testing and change management
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Public Administration or related fields
Entry level position with a minimum of two years experience in data analysis role within a business operations department or organization -
This position is subject to and must pass a background check.
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Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel and/or Access, and familiarity with other productivity and presentation applications.
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Strong analytical skills, comfort with numbers, aptitude and willingness new analysis methods
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Strong verbal communication and technical writing skills
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Must be willing/able to take on tasks with minimal supervision
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Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented
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A commitment to Women for Women International’s mission and vision
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Interest in learning the inner workings of a growing non profit
Interest in the mission and programs of Women for Women International
TO APPLY:
Please provide two references and a cover letter detailing relevant experience and why you would like to work at Women for Women International via:
- Email (preferred, with “Operation Analytics Coordinator” in the subject line of the email) to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org,
- Fax: 202 293 0853 or
- Regular mail:
ATTN: Human Resources Department
Women for Women International
4455 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20008
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
Junior Accountant
Area: Junior Accountant
Dept: Finance and Accounting
Status: Full-Time with Benefits - Non-exempt position
Location: Washington DC
Reports to: Controller
PURPOSE:
Performs assigned duties in the areas of accounts payable, expense management, journal entries and general ledger maintenance, filing and general finance and accounting support
- Responsible for Accounts Payable processing and verification necessary to ensure accurate payment of all legitimate invoices on a timely basis to include:
- review of all vendor invoices
- voucher preparation
- routing of invoices to proper staff for approval
- tracking invoices to ensure timely payments
- review of proper accounting and project codes to vouchers
- accurate Accounts Payable module data entry
- check preparation and final mailing of checks to vendors
- filing and maintenance of permanent paid invoice file
- communicating with staff and vendors regarding errors or questions on invoices
- handling of general accounts payable matters
- Responsible for preparing journal entries into the general ledger for both Headquarters accounting and Chapter accounting activities as needed
- Perform expense analysis for departments, and make necessary accruals on a monthly basis.
- Maintain prepaid expense and travel advance account reconciliations.
- Assist with inter-company account reconciliations.
- Assist with accounts receivable reconciliations.
- Responsible for maintaining petty cash.
- Reconciles credit card statements, travel vouchers, and travel advances.
- Maintains file of accounting documents for easy retrieval.
- Responds to e-mail, letter mail and telephone requests by staff and vendors.
- Assists with opening and distributing mail as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting
- Minimum of 2-3 years professional accounting experience preferably in non-profit accounting experience desired but not required
- Familiarity with GAAP and non-profit accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
- Knowledge of accounting software preferred; Microsoft Great Plains
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and word processing required
- Ability to communicate well with staff, clients and vendors
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team in a fast paced environment with minimal supervision
- Willingness to learn
- Well organized, efficient and attentive to detail
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Flexibility in assuming additional responsibilities
TO APPLY:
Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter via:
- Email (preferred, with “Junior Accountant” in the subject line of the email) to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org,
- Fax: 202 293 0853 or
- Regular mail:
ATTN: Human Resources Department
Women for Women International
4455 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20008
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
Communications Coordinator
Area: Headquarters
Dept: Executive Office
Status: Full-Time
Location: Washington DC
Reports to: Policy Analyst and External Relations Officer
PURPOSE:
The Communications Coordinator will manage Women for Women International’s media and speaking engagements portfolio. Responsibilities entail documenting and publicizing newsworthy program information and events through pitches and press releases for online, print, television and radio media outlets, fielding journalist requests, and prioritizing and implementing communications and media strategy. Additionally, the communications coordinator will track and process requests for Women for Women International spokespeople, positioning staff speakers and senior staff as experts through leveraging them at appropriate, high-value events.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as coordinating liaison with the media: process journalist inquiries regarding the organization, programs and staff; provide relevant information and facilitate contacts with appropriate spokespeople for interviews.
- Help design and implement media and outreach strategy around newsworthy programs, events and publications.
- Write articles, stories and pitches on newsworthy programs, events, participants and publications.
- Maintain an indexed archive of story resources, including updated profiles of selected participants, success stories, program write ups, and other stories from the field to augment pitches and respond to media requests for programmatic content.
- Serve as departmental liaison with field offices and programs to gather story content and associated photo and video. Work with other department contacts to ensure that needs for field content (story, photo, video) are met across the organization.
- Draft press releases and other communications materials for media, publications and materials as needed.
- Brief and prepare Women for Women International representatives for interviews, including background information and talking points and relevant tips for media coaching.
- Track media hits, working cross-functionally to ensure that media appearances are leveraged across the organization, including online and amongst donors and supporters.
- Maintain updated speaker bios and press kits.
- Position the CEO and other Women for Women International spokespersons as experts on women survivors of war by reviewing meeting, media, speaking, membership and event requests and, in collaboration with a cross functional team, determine which forums provide solid opportunities for growth and exposure. Where scheduling conflicts exist, dispatch other key Women for Women representatives to serve in her stead, when appropriate and feasible, balancing value of engagements against resources and other priorities.
- Work cross-functionally to generate and propagate media content across the organization, including information for revenue generating functions.
- Work closely with related positions, including the media consultant and multimedia & online coordinator, to execute the organization’s media and speaker functions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
- The ideal candidate has superior organization and prioritization skills as well as attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior executives as well as external contacts.
- Excellent writing skills, capable of meeting tight deadlines, ability to accurately summarize issues; strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Experience writing for newsletter, media or publications strongly preferred.
- Strong ability to speak to multiple audiences, synthesizing complex issues in both written and oral forms.
- Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships across all levels and functions of a diverse organization.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and to produce in a fast-paced, diverse and fluid environment.
- Strong computer and basic research skills; good knowledge of Microsoft Office Platform.
- Commitment to grassroots international development and the advancement of women.
- Undergraduate degree with a minimum of 2 years of professional experience, preferably in communications or PR.
- Fluent in English. Proficiency in any of the following languages French, Albanian, Arabic, Swahili, Bosnian, Dari, Pashto or Kinyarwandan a plus.
TO APPLY:
Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter via:
- Email (preferred, with “Communications Coordinator” in the subject line of the email) to: humanresources@womenforwomen.org,
- Fax: 202 293 0853 or
- Regular mail:
ATTN: Human Resources Department
Women for Women International
4455 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20008
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation.
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