Program Officer (Long Term, Temporary)CS Fund

Program Officer (Long Term, Temporary)CS Fund
Freestone, California
The CS Fund is seeking a long term, temporary program officer.
Organization: CS Fund is a small family foundation.
The scope of our grantmaking is primarily national, although we do
support food sovereignty initiatives outside the US. Our office is in
the tiny hamlet of Freestone in Sonoma County, California, about 50
miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge. At present we have six staff and
six board members.
Grantmaking Program: Our grantmaking program
encompasses the work of two sister foundations - the CS Fund and the
Warsh/Mott Legacy. Our most recent grants can be seen by clicking on
the "grants list" link at www.csfund.org.
Together CSF/WML's annual grantmaking is approximately $3 million.
Job Responsibilities: This position requires a
program officer to be a talented generalist, able to work across
several issue areas including civil liberties, globalization, and
emerging technologies.
The ideal candidate will have a background in philanthropy,
nonprofit work experience and/or relevant academic credentials. The
position reports to the Executive Director and is expected to:
* Review and evaluate proposals and undertake related research.
* Conduct site visits.
* Write funding recommendations for the board of directors.
* Assist with board meeting preparations and participate in the
board meeting.
* Represent CS Fund at relevant conferences and professional
meetings.
* Take on special assignments at the request of the Executive
Director.
This is a full time position, and all program officers are expected
to work on site - telecommuting is not an option.
Qualifications and Attributes: We will be looking for
candidates with the following personal attributes and professional
qualifications:
* An understanding of progressive social change.
* Commitment to the foundation's mission and goals.
* A strategic thinker with intellectual curiosity, research and
networking skills, and an exceptional ability to synthesize and analyze
information.
* A capable writer, able to follow editorial direction.
* Able to balance a high degree of initiative with the ability to
work closely with a team.
* A clear sense of appropriate interaction with a board of
directors.
* Able to perform under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Able to maintain professionalism within an office culture
characterized by informality.
* A strong spirit of camaraderie and a sense of humor.
Compensation: The CS Fund offers a competitive benefits
package and a salary commensurate with experience.
To Apply: We hope to fill this position as soon as
possible. For inquiries, contact, and include a phone number where you
can be reached. Please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample
to the same address.

CS Fund
E-mail: jobs@csfund. org
Find out more by
visiting the organization' s web site»

National Federation of Community Broadcasters

Job Announcement

President and CEO
National Federation of Community Broadcasters

About NFCB

The National Federation of Community Broadcasters is nonprofit organization with an annual budget of $1.5 million and nine full time staff. NFCB is a national alliance of stations, producers, and others committed to community radio.

NFCB advocates for national public policy, funding, recognition, and resources on behalf of its membership, while providing services to empower and strengthen community broadcasters through the core values of localism, diversity, and public service.

Position overview

Working closely with the board of directors, the president & CEO will be responsible for providing strategic direction and vision for the mission and operation of the NFCB. This includes, but is not limited
to: oversight of all the programmatic, financial, budgetary , managerial, partnership development, and fundraising needs of the NFCB to ensure the organization has the necessary resources to provide exceptional member services.

Specifically, the president & CEO will be expected to manage the following challenges:

Leadership & Advocacy: Inspire trust and confidence, effectively articulate the NFCB mission and vision, and attract others to help implement it. Provide overall leadership for the NFCB that addresses the diverse and evolving needs of community radio. Work with the Board of Directors, staff, and stakeholders to define=2 0policy priorities and successfully negotiate on Capitol Hill and other arenas on behalf of the membership.

Must be able to develop key relationships within the public media and media reform system and understand the strategies and language associated with lobbying on a national level.

Organizational Management: Oversee the creation of concrete and realistic timelines, budgets, and work plans in all organizational areas. Works closely with vice president & lead program development staff to ensure effective project management, top-quality performance of programs, outreach initiatives, and internal efforts that range from performance reviews to fiscal responsibility.

Fundraising and Partnership Development: Work collaboratively with the development director to raise funds to meet the annual budget, utilizing existing relationships and expanding opportunities for diversified income streams and structures. Support existing fundraising activities and relationships and develop new ones.


Staff Supervision and Support: Hire, supervise, and support staff in their ongoing work. Maintain and build a strong sense of staff teamwork and professionalism. Encourage and promote ongoing staff development and education. Provide regular performance reviews to staff members and ensure that sound human resource practices are in place.

Program Oversight: Provide "big picture" supervision for program development staff and work with them to ensure program goals are a ligned with the strategic goals of the NFCB and changing demands.
Report program evaluation outcomes to board and board committees to provide insight into new strategic directions or opportunities.

Operations & Finance: Work with the COO to ensure professional financial controls and reporting systems are in place to support ongoing usiness development and the organization’s annual audit.
Maintain official records and documents, and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

Marketing and Public Relations: Represent the National Federation of Community Broadcasters and promote its mission at a national level and, most significantly, in public policy and funding circles. Develop opportunities to promote the identity and profile of the NFCB and build stronger relations with public media at large. Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in new media and public policy, and become known as a sought-after resource in community radio.

Qualifications:
While no one person will embody all of the qualities enumerated below, the ideal candidate is prepared to be the public face and personality of the organization. S/he will possess many of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes, and experiences:

A record of accomplishment in an entrepreneurial not-for-profit environment, preferably 7-10 years experience. A background in community radio would be a plus but is not required.

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ADemonstrated understanding of and passion for public media is a must.

Strong oral and written communication skills and comfort speaking to diverse constituencies including business executives, elected officials, funders, media, and other stakeholders, about the power and potential of community radio and public media.

At least 5 years experience in fundraising. Demonstrated success developing partners from government, foundations, and the private sector is essential.

Desire and ability to work respectfully with constituents, partners, and staff from multi-cultural and diverse backgrounds.

Track record of effectively leading an organization, with the ability to point to examples of successful strategies and processes, and to the development of an infrastructure that has taken an organization to the next growth stage.

Flexibility and ability to work collaboratively and productively in an office that is at once a community-based organization and a national player in public media.

A proven record as a self-starter with the ability to not only take initiative but manage projects involving program design, and to manage often complex schedules and activities. Flexible and willing to travel.

Strong knowledge of financial management and analysis, ability to prepare and present budgets and create systems designed to save money and increase efficiencies.

Strong and proven understanding of new media, including social networking and Web 2.0.



Please send letter of interest and your full resume to Apply@nfcb.org.
All materials must be received by Sept. 11. The position becomes available in January 2010.

The NFCB is located in Oakland, California.

Questions should be
directed to Ginny Z. Berson, ginnyz@nfcb.org; 510 451-8200 ext. 305.

Multimedia producer for Not In Our Town/ The Working Group

Multimedia producer for Not In Our Town/ The Working Group

The Working Group, an Oakland, CA-based nonprofit combining documentaries with outreach and organizing, is seeking a fulltime multimedia producer for a new social networking and storytelling site for communities committed to fighting intolerance and hate. Duties will include video producing and editing for the website (both original and user generated content;) contributing to and editing a staff blog; recruiting and working with guest bloggers; and seeding new content for the site. Minimum of three to five years journalism experience required, as well as a demonstrated commitment to covering issues of inclusion and diversity and groups vulnerable to hate crimes, including communities of color and immigrant groups, the LGBT community and faith communities. Final Cut Pro proficiency a must and experience in video shooting a plus. Salary based on experience.

About us:
We produce public television documentaries, including the Not In Our Town series about how citizens and communities can create positive change in the wake of hate crimes. Find out more about us at
http://www.theworkinggroup.org , and read the latest Not In Our Town stories
at our interim blog: http://www.niot.org

To apply:
Please email resume and cover letter telling us about your new media and video production experience and why you're a great match for the position to programs@theworkinggroup.org.

ACLU-NoCal - Associate Director

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Application Deadline: August 7, 2009

(Inquiries will be accepted until position is filled.)

The American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California (ACLU-NC) seeks an experienced leader to serve as Associate Director to manage and coordinate the programmatic activities of the largest ACLU affiliate in the country.

The Associate Director will be responsible for directing the organization' s policy and organizing activities, working in concert with all program related departments in enhancing programmatic and political capacity and effectiveness. The Associate Director will provide guidance and oversight in the development and implementation of multi-disciplinary, high-impact campaigns for civil liberties. The Associate Director will also help build the future constituency and leadership of the organization, particularly from communities of color, young people, the LGBT community and other marginalized communities.

The Associate Director will report directly to the Executive Director, have significant supervision responsibilities of individual staff and departments, and coordinate program activities and resources for the organization. While working closely with the Executive Director at the level of direction and strategy of the overall program work, the Associate Director will be the primary staff person responsible for program management. As an important member of the ACLU-NC's small senior leadership team, the Associate Director will play a key role in shaping the future of the organization.

The Associate Director is not primarily responsible for the organization' s overall fundraising, governance, or financial management. The Associate Director will also not be directly involved in litigation but will help coordinate the non-litigation advocacy work of the staff attorneys in the Legal Department.

Job Description:

The Associate Director's responsibilities will include:

Program Coordination and Campaign Management:

• Provide overall leadership, management, and support for affiliate program activities including multi-disciplinary campaigns that utilize litigation, advocacy, public education, and organizing strategies;

• Guide and advise program staff in the conception and implementation of project and campaign goals, content, strategy and tactics;

• Facilitate resource allocation – both financial and human – balancing and mediating amid the range of priorities and needs of the program;

• Coordinate and set priorities with the Legal Department to provide for maximum impact of litigation and to support non-litigation policy advocacy strategies of staff attorneys;

• Coordinate with the Communications Department to set program related priorities and goals for media relations and other communications strategies;

• Develop and execute joint priorities with the National ACLU, the two other ACLU affiliates in California, and ACLU Legislative Office in Sacramento.

Supervision and Support of Program Staff (which may include):

•Primary supervision and support of Policy Directors (Racial Justice, Technology and Civil Liberties, Death Penalty, and a position to be hired focused on police practices and criminal justice matters);

•Primary supervision and support of Organizing Department, which focuses on mobilizing public support through campaigns and supporting ACLU-NC chapters, activists, and volunteers;

•Primary supervision and support of the Friedman Project, which focuses on development of youth as leaders for civil liberties and civil rights;

•Primary supervision and support of the San Jose Director, and any future regionally-based staff or offices.

Political and Constituency- Building:

• Provide significant leadership to ACLU-NC led or supported ballot measure campaigns;

• Work with organizing department, board members and others to manage grass tops and grassroots advocacy;

• Work with all staff to identify channels for volunteer engagement and development of new leaders, particularly from communities of color, from LGBT community, and among young people;

• Build and sustain partnerships with other organizations and with key sectors and allies.

Fundraising and Organizational Development:

• Participate in some individual donor fundraising, as assigned;

• Coordinate with Director of Foundation Support to secure foundation grants and to evaluate and report grant outcomes and deliverables;

• Implement strategies for program work to recruit new members, identify donor prospects and involve new fundraising volunteers;

• Support program-related board committees, as assigned;

• Participate in senior staff management and planning;

• Assist staff and departments under their supervision with budgeting.

Systems and Organizational Effectiveness:

• Manage overall program planning, documentation of outcomes and evaluation of effectiveness;

• Create and utilize systems for short and long term program planning and execution;

• Provide guidance to overall contact management and database systems to ensure effective management of volunteers, supporters, activists, and organizational relationships.

All other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be a sophisticated, hard-working leader (minimum of seven years relevant experience) with a proven record of accomplishments related to civil rights and civil liberties advocacy. Other qualifications will include:

• Strong leadership skills in communicating, listening, guiding and supporting people toward achieving common goals;

• Substantial experience in developing successful public policy, legislative, ballot measure and/or activist campaigns;

• Management experience – both supervising staff and managing budgets and juggling multiple priorities and projects effectively;

• Ability to work effectively with experienced lawyers and other professional staff;

• Ability to motivate and interact with multi-racial, multi-generational staff, activists and leaders;

• Experience with activist training and leadership development, including amongst young people;

• Working knowledge of civil liberties issues generally (which may include those emerging from the aftermath of September 11, criminal justice issues, reproductive freedom, and equal justice on the basis of race, gender, disability, and sexual orientation) ; a "quick study" on a dynamic array of additional issues;

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral;

• A deep and demonstrated commitment to the cause of civil liberties and civil rights;

• Comfort with analyzing and articulating legal concepts and other complex issues and communicating them to a variety of audiences;

• Personal enthusiasm and optimism, along with a sense of humor;

• Organized and able to develop and manage systems for planning and effective internal communication;

• Able to work quickly, flexibly in an often fast-paced work environment.

Compensation:

Salary based on experience. Excellent benefits include four weeks paid vacation; medical, vision and dental insurance for staff members and their dependents and spouses/ domestic partners; life and long-term disability insurance; pension; and thirteen paid holidays.

To Apply:

Applicants should mail a resume and cover letter describing the applicant's interest in the Associate Director position to the attention of Bonnie Anderson, Finance and Administrative Director, ACLU of Northern California, 39 Drumm Street, San Francisco, CA 94111 or e-mail to HR-Admin@aclunc. org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

All applications, inquiries, and nominations, which will remain confidential, should be directed to the Bonnie Anderson.

About the ACLU of Northern California:

The ACLU is a nationwide, non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to the defense and expansion of civil liberties and civil rights. The ACLU of Northern California (ACLU-NC), based in San Francisco, was founded in 1934. It is the largest ACLU affiliate in the nation, with 53,000 members, 23 all-volunteer chapters and clubs and a staff of over 50, including a legislative office in Sacramento and a satellite office in San Jose.

The ACLU-NC is proud to be an affirmative action employer.

All interested individuals, including people of color, women, persons with disabilities and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex are particularly urged to apply.

PHFE Contract Manager

PHFE Contract Manager
PHFE - Public Health Foundation Enterprises, Inc. is currently seeking to hire a Contract
Manager. The position is responsible for analyzing directing, training, supporting and
managing project teams. These teams, under the leadership of the Contract Manager, are, in
turn, responsible for contracts, programs, funds and projects from the time of inception to
project close out.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following;
Project & Grants Management
Customer Service
Revenue Generation
To assist in the performance of these responsibilities, the Contract Manager performs the
following functions;
Project & Grants Management Services:
- Responsible for administrative oversight and management of projects using best
practices
- Oversight and management of their project teams and the projects and programs
assigned to them.
- Assist in the preparation, development and submittal of project proposals, RFPs, RFAs,
bids, etc and budgets and reports as necessary.
- Develop and negotiate terms and conditions of awards, establishing compliance and
evaluation criteria, and reporting requirements. Assists in preparation, management and
monitoring of project expenditures, ensures budgetary integrity and control.
- Oversee and monitor subcontracts and all deliverables.
- Prepare notes, reports and other documents for monitoring and reporting activities as
required to ensure compliance with funding or other applicable regulations, or as
directed.
- Serves as the liaison between the Project Director or Principal Investigator and the
Contracting or Funding Agency.
Customer Service:
Insure the organization is performing outstanding customer service through cultivation of
enduring relationships with all external and internal customers by providing warm, friendly,
positive and supportive services
Revenue Generation and Outreach:
Actively engage in outreach and information activities to identify and secure funding for
projects and programs to meet PHFE and team goals, including submittal of applications
under GSA, CMAS, MSAs, RFPs, RFAs, RFQs, RFOs and related vehicles.

2009-2010 PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES PROGRAM BEGINS APRIL 1

APPLICATION PROCESS FOR THE

2009-2010 PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES PROGRAM BEGINS APRIL 1





MARCH 25, 2009 – The application process for the 2009-2010 ABC Entertainment Group Production Associates Program begins April 1, 2009 thru April 24, 2009. The program is a 12-month paid program, during which individuals from diverse backgrounds are placed in entry-level positions in the production-related areas of ABC Studios in Burbank, California.



Production Associates will be assigned entry-level positions within six main groups in primetime television production: Production Management, Production Finance, Post-Production Management, Studio Crafts Management, Business and Legal Affairs, and Creative Affairs.



Applications will be accepted only between April 1, 2009 and April 24, 2009. Applications must be submitted electronically. Mailed submissions will not be accepted. Interviews will be scheduled May 28 and May 29, 2009 and job assignments are expected to begin on July 6, 2009.



For an application and further information, please contact:



Production Associates Program Administrator

(818) 460-7735 – Information Line



Email: ABC.Production.Associates.Administrator@abc.com

Center Director, Western Regional Research Center, Albany, CA,

If you know of an individual(s) who would be interested in the position of Center Director, Western Regional Research Center, Albany, CA, please encourage them to apply. The vacancy announcement is located at the following website:

http://jobsearch. usajobs.gov/ getjob.asp? JobID=79696890& AVSDM=2009% 2D03%2D03+ 11%3A37%3A35& Logo=0&pg= 4&FedEmp= N&sort=rv& vw=d&brd= 3876&ss=0& jbf565=1& FedPub=Y& caller=/ses. asp

The ARS is seeking highly qualified candidates for the Center Director of the Western Regional Research Center (WRRC), in Albany, California. This is a permanent full-time SES position, leading a regional Center of excellence with state-of-the- art research facilities and unique scientific expertise in molecular biology, genomics, biochemistry, food technology, materials engineering and ecology. The WRRC is recognized for its impact on the Nation's priority issues in biofuels, bioproducts, food quality and safety, new healthy food products, and the control of invasive weeds. The Center Director leads a dynamic group of more than 80 scientists in developing and implementing internationally renowned research programs, and in leveraging strategic collaborations with national and international research institutions, and private industry.

Open Period: Tuesday, March 03, 2009 to Friday, May 01, 2009

Thank you...

Director, Western Regional Research Center

SALARY RANGE: 117,787.00 - 177,000.00 USD per year
Current SES employees may be reassigned/transfer red at their current salary.

OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, March 03, 2009
to Friday, May 01, 2009


SERIES & GRADE: ES-0401-00/00

POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Permanent (SES Career)


PROMOTION POTENTIAL: N/A

DUTY LOCATIONS: vacancy(s) in one of the following locations: 1 vacancy - Albany, CA


WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applications will be accepted from all groups of qualified individuals.



JOB SUMMARY:

Find Solutions to Agricultural Problems that Affect Americans Every Day, From Field to Table

This position is in the Senior Executive Service (SES)-Career Reserved. Positions in the SES are not graded. Only one position to be filled under this announcement. The salary range is ($117,787- $177,000) per annum. SES employees are also eligible for bonuses and awards based on performance. Veteran's preference is not applicable to the SES. The selectee is subject to a one-year probationary period unless currently serving under an SES appointment. Visit www.opm.gov. /ses/references/ ses_quals_ GUIDE_2006. pdf for additional information and benefits for SES employees.

The Western Regional Research Center conducts cutting-edge, mission-oriented research to achieve the following goals: 1) To enhance healthfulness of foods by creating crop plants and food products that promote health, and by developing systems and methods that ensure the safety of the food supply; 2) To develop new food and industrial products including biofuels using biotechnology to develop improved, tailored agricultural crops and bioengineering to create new products from agricultural crops and processing coproducts; and 3) To protect and enhance the quality of the environment by developing ecologically sound methods for pest control and environmentally sound systems for efficient food and industrial processes.

The Center Director is one of the key leadership positions in the Pacific West Area. The incumbent participates fully with the Area Director in developing, recommending, and supporting broad research missions, goals, and policies in the field of agricultural research. This position requires a background in research and administration which would provide intensive scientific knowledge, executive skills, and leadership ability necessary to administer the complex and diverse programs of the Center.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

* Address Mandatory Qualifications
* Address Mandatory Technical Qualications
* Specialized Education
* Agency Specific Requirements
* Background and/or Security Investigation required.

Sincerely,

____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _
Wenndy Carrasco, M.P.A. | Human Resources Specialist/Special Emphasis Programs Manager | Agricultural Research Service | Human Resources Division

5601 Sunnyside Ave. Mail Stop 5101, Rm 3-1136-C | Beltsville, MD 20705 | 301-504-1392 | 301-504-1325 wenndy.carrasco@ ars.usda. gov