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[full-time] Office Manager & Executive Assistant at Grantmakers for Education

2010-06-08 19:08:08

Location: Oregon-Portland
URL: http://www.edfunders.org

Description:

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Office Manager & Executive Assistant
ORGANIZATION: Grantmakers for Education
LOCATION: Portland, OR

Application materials must be received by 5 pm on Friday, July 2

Organizational Overview:
Grantmakers for Education (GFE) is a national network of over 260 foundations and corporate giving programs. Our members are diverse, experienced grantmakers working to strengthen programs, systems and institutions from early learning through postsecondary education. GFE provides professional development, resources and networking to help these foundations and donors enhance the results of their grantmaking. GFE?s services include workshops and conferences, information-sharing and reports, member-driven study groups, networking, research and consultation.

Identifying, attracting and recruiting candidates from a variety of personal and professional backgrounds is a high priority for GFE. We believe that attention to the diversity of people and organizations involved in GFE helps foster a learning environment that leads to greater analysis, deeper reflection and better decision-making by grantmakers. Driven by a passion for expanding educational opportunity and recognizing that deep achievement and attainment gaps exist between students of different races, ethnicities, and family backgrounds, GFE believes that a commitment to diversity can better help the education philanthropy field identify ways of improving educational equity and excellence for all students.

Position Overview:
The Office Manager & Executive Assistant is responsible for ensuring the smooth and effective management of Grantmakers for Education?s operations. The position supports the Executive Director; provides scheduling and administrative support to GFE?s national board of directors and board committees; provides customer service to GFE members; manages key administrative functions in the office; handles all front-office responsibilities including reception/ phone while also providing support to other members of GFE?s staff.

Based in Portland, OR, the position will report to the Executive Director. With a lean and dedicated staff of seven, the contributions of each team member are essential to the overall success of GFE. Thus, the successful candidate will be a highly organized self-starter with a deep commitment to GFE?s mission, high attention to detail and dedication to quality, and a collaborative work style. As the first point of contact for GFE?s members and board, this colleague must project a warm and professional presence in phone and email interactions.

This position is a unique opportunity to be part of an entrepreneurial, diverse and collaborative team that is enhancing the impact of education philanthropy and thus working to improve outcomes and opportunities for all students.

Primary responsibilities include:

Scheduling and administrative support for GFE?s Executive Director: Work closely with Executive Director to manage her schedule according to organizational priorities. Make appointments and travel plans; organize supporting materials for travel and key appointments; provide special support on key assignments as needed.
Administrative support for GFE?s Board of Directors: Under the direction of the Executive Director, support the work of GFE?s national 15-member board of directors. Schedule and coordinate offsite board meetings and committee conference calls (working across 3 time zones), arrange meeting logistics, assemble and ship board briefing books, record the minutes for board and committee meetings and assist with the creation of board materials/correspondence.
Office management and phone reception: Provide key administrative support to ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of GFE?s office, including but not limited to: handle external communications and correspondence (phone reception, faxes, e-mail, and bulk and standard mail); organize/manage electronic and paper file systems; select and interface with external vendors and suppliers; update member job board on GFE?s website; back up computer system; interface between GFE and outside IT support; maintain/purchase office supplies and equipment. Participate as a member of GFE?s Implementation Team to identify and implement office systems and procedures that can improve workflow and performance.
Finance support: Assist GFE?s Executive Director and bookkeeper in maintaining GFE?s financial processes at a high standard of oversight, including: log incoming checks; organize and document bank deposits; prepare and track invoices and payments for processing; schedule bookkeeper and CPA visits; manage records and correspondence with GFE?s treasurer. Serve as project manager for GFE?s annual financial audit, compiling internal records and managing the audit timeline.
Human Resources Support: Record vacation and sick leave time; review reimbursement requests; manage emergency contacts; manage hiring processes; maintain employee manuals; ensure safe working environment; administer employee benefits.

Administrative support to staff: Provide basic administrative support to staff members, including: assist with external correspondence as needed; arrange group travel for GFE staff; provide financial research on payments and contracts.

Qualifications:

At least 3 years? work experience as an executive assistant or office manager, with a track record of successful contributions to an office team?s productivity and culture. In particular, the candidate should have strong skills and experience in meeting scheduling and in managing an executive?s schedule. The candidate should understand the needs of small offices and show responsibility and initiative in managing office environments and workflow.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with little direct supervision. Ability to set priorities and organize time to see projects through to successful completion and ensure that projects are not lost or forgotten as new needs emerge.
Meticulous attention to detail at all levels of work, with a high degree of accuracy.
High degree of initiative and independent judgment, with the ability to anticipate problems and needs, problem-solve and act independently while ensuring alignment with the organization?s values and priorities.
Strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrating diplomacy and the ability to form positive working relationships with a diverse constituency primarily through phone and email.
Strong customer service skills, including responsiveness, a pleasant phone and email presence (as a national organization, much of GFE?s communication with members takes place over phone or email) and a ?can-do? attitude in resolving problems and concerns quickly and correctly.
Proficient with technology, with high proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. Comfortable learning new software and technologies.
Passion for and commitment to the mission of GFE and the success of its member organizations.
Comfort working and leading in a team-based environment where all employees? contributions are highly valued.
High level of ethics and responsibility.

Ability to travel (approx. 2-3 trips per year).

Compensation:
GFE offers competitive compensation (expected salary range for this position is $33,000 – $38,000, depending on experience and qualifications), an excellent benefits package (including fully paid health insurance and a generous employer retirement contribution), and a collegial, casual and flexible work environment.

To Apply:
To apply, please submit the following materials electronically (PDF preferred) by 5 pm on Friday, July 2, 2010:
(1) A cover letter to GFE?s Executive Director, Chris Tebben, clearly outlining the specific skills and knowledge you?d bring to the job and how they are a good fit with the responsibilities of this position (in other words, the letter should make clear why we should consider your application over others).
(2) A resume detailing relevant experiences, work history and accomplishments.
(3) A short business writing sample such as a letter or detailed email message.

All three of these items must be submitted together for your application to be reviewed. Application materials should be submitted to: gfeofficemanager@gmail.com. In order to expedite the internal review process, please type your name (Last, First) as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail. Please note that only applications submitted electronically will be considered. No calls or other inquiries, please. We will notify all unsuccessful applicants at the completion of our hiring process.

Applications will be screened on a rolling basis, so please apply as early as possible. The hiring process will include multiple interviews and an office skills test. Anticipated start date for the position is August 16, 2010.

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[full-time] No experience necessary at Roxanna

2010-04-30 19:51:51

Location: New York-Rochester
URL: http://www.phoneactressjobs.info

Description:

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[full-time] Canvass Team Leader at Empire State Pride Agenda

2010-04-27 12:09:20

Location: New York-New York City
URL: http://www.prideagenda.org

Description:

Pride Agenda Summary: The Empire State Pride Agenda is New York?s statewide lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights and advocacy organization. Our mission is to win equality and justice for LGBT New Yorkers and our families. Through our education, organizing and advocacy programs, we work toward creating a broadly diverse alliance of LGBT people and our allies in government, communities of faith, labor, all sectors of the workforce and other social justice movements to achieve equality for LGBT New Yorkers and the broader goals of social, racial and economic justice.

Position Summary: The Empire State Pride Agenda is seeking a committed, full time Canvass Team Leader for mid-May through mid-August. The Lead Canvasser will play an important role in winning marriage equality for LGBT New Yorkers though identifying supporters within key districts in a door-to-door canvass. The Canvass Team Leader will help mange a group of canvassers on a daily basis and will be the point person for the Canvassing Director when out in the field. The Lead Canvasser reports to the Canvassing Director.

Principal Duties:
The Canvass Team Leader will:

Serve as a direct communication line with potential marriage equality supporters.
Arrive an hour before the canvass team and help put together walk kits.
Assist in setting and maintaining goals for the canvass team.
Brief the canvass team about the day?s work and messaging.
Serve as the point person for the canvassing director while out in the field.
Identify marriage equality supporters through door-to-door canvassing.
Recruit enthusiastic supporters to be volunteers.
Manage and input canvass data.

Qualifications:

A strategic canvass lead who is detail-oriented, well-organized and willing to take direction. Strong leadership skills and experience leading a group.
Creative, has a sense of humor, able to think on your feet.
Canvassing experience required. High School diploma or GED with a minimum of one year relevant experience in electoral or community organizing and advocacy.
Committed to marriage equality and the mission of the Empire State Pride Agenda and to serving LGBT communities through community-based, straight/non-transgender ally and anti-racist organizing. Ability to relate to and work with a diverse audience.
High degree of computer literacy. Familiarity with the Voter Activation Network (VAN) and experience assembling walk kits preferred. Strong communications skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to meet and maintain set goals while working well in a team setting.
Ability to work flexible hours that includes nights, some weekends and travel throughout New York City. Familiarity with Queens is a plus.
Speaking fluency in Spanish or Korean desired.
Current Drivers License a plus, but not required.

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and nonprofit sector.

Applications: E-mail cover letter and resume to jobs@prideagenda.org or mail to Canvass Lead Search, Empire State Pride Agenda, 16 West 22nd Street, New York, NY 10010. No phone calls please.

The Pride Agenda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, people of color and transgender people are encouraged to apply.

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[full-time] Part Time Grant Writer at Equality Alliance

2010-04-15 11:42:52

Location: New York-New York City
URL: http://equalityalliance.org

Description:

The mission of the Alliance for the Advancement of Equal Rights, (AAER) is to create an organization dedicated to the advancement of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community with a special emphasis on the Transgender community. We have three main objectives: to mentor, to advocate, and to provide pro bono (free) legal assistance

We are looking for a skilled professional writer to research, identify, and apply to possible funding sources including but not limited to Foundations, corporations, community organizations and individuals. The position requires preparation of all grant applications, appeal letters, and other materials in an accurate and timely manner. Responsible for daily report of development progress toward organizational financial goals.

Works closely with all directors and intern. Provides leadership and direction to Board Members. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required including proficiency with Microsoft Office and social networking.

Full time opportunity upon evaluation.

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[part-time] Database Coordinator at Grantmakers for Education

2010-03-17 13:33:41

Location: Oregon-Portland
URL: http://www.edfunders.org

Description:

**Application materials must be received by 5pm, on Friday, April 2, 2010

Organizational Overview:

Grantmakers for Education (GFE) is a professional membership association for organizations who seek to improve the effectiveness of their education grantmaking. Our mission is to develop the knowledge and networks of education philanthropy, which we do by providing seminars, research and networking opportunities to our members. Nearly 250 grantmaking organizations of different sizes and interests from around the country are GFE members, and they make grants across the education continuum to improve outcome and opportunities for students (from early education programs to K-12 schools to nonprofits to higher education institutions). More information about GFE?s mission and activities is available at www.edfunders.org.

Position Description:

As a small non-profit with a dedicated staff of six, GFE?s success depends on the contributions of each team member. This position will provide critical data management and customer service enabling the organization to maintain high-quality, accurate member records and to manage registration, billing and participation for GFE?s approximately 12 place-based and web-based programs annually. The successful candidate will poses a deep commitment to GFE?s mission, have experience with databases, spreadsheets and other computer applications, pay fastidious attention to detail and thrive in a small, high functioning non-profit organization.

This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of an entrepreneurial, fun and collaborative team that is improving education in America by enhancing the impact of education philanthropy. The Database Coordinator position is an exempt, half-time position (20 hrs per week, 8:30-12:30 daily). The Database Coordinator works closely with GFE?s implementation team, which includes our Project Associate, Member Services Manager and Office Manager. The Database Coordinator reports to GFE?s Project Associate.

GFE believes a commitment to diversity is critical to improve educational outcomes for all students. Recruiting candidates from a variety of personal and professional backgrounds is a high priority for GFE.

Responsibilities Include:

-Managing the registration databases and all related processes of program registrations for GFE?s annual programs (including registration data tracking and reporting, eligibility verification, record-keeping, and customer service).
-Verifying registration data and cross-checking with GFE?s member/prospect database.
-Maintaining and updating member /prospect databases, updating contact information, payment history and event participation records.
-Communicating with members by phone and email.
-Organizing and managing member files.
-Generating electronic and print mailing lists for a variety of purposes.
-Updating GFE?s funder network lists.
-All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be:
-Detail-oriented and accurate. Applicant will demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and ability to enter data with accuracy. The applicant should also be organized and able to ensure multiple assignments are completed and not lost or forgotten in a busy work environment. The applicant needs to be able to juggle multiple tasks at once.
-Outstanding in customer service. Applicant will have strong, diplomatic interpersonal skills and the ability to form positive working relationships with a diverse constituency, primarily through phone and email. The applicant will maintain a ?can-do? attitude in resolving problems and concerns quickly and correctly.
-A self-starter. Applicant should function successfully in a small office environment, where individual initiative and self-management are required. He/she should be able to take initiative in identifying potential data errors and resolving them without being asked.
-Adept at oral and written communication. Applicant will be an effective communicator who speaks and writes clearly.
-Computer savvy. Applicant should be proficient with technology, including Microsoft Word, Access and Excel. The applicant should be experienced with conducting mail merges.
-Experienced with database tasks and projects. Applicant has experience maintaining database records that require a high degree of accuracy and has demonstrated a high level of attention to detail and strong initiative in maintaining the integrity and accuracy of information.
-Someone with previous customer service experience. Applicant will have experience interacting with customers in a variety of situations and has demonstrated his/her ability to provide friendly, prompt and correct replies to members or public seeking information or help.

Compensation

The salary range of this position is $12-13/hour, depending on experience. The position includes vacation accrual.

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following materials electronically (PDF preferred) by 5pm on April 2, 2010.
(1) A cover letter written to Christine Tebben, GFE?s executive director, clearly outlining the specific skills and knowledge you?d bring to the job and how they are a good fit with the responsibilities of this position. (In other words, the letter should make clear why we should consider your application over others).
(2) A resume detailing relevant experiences, work history and accomplishments; and
(3) A short writing sample from an office environment (such as a memo, email message explaining a situation/issue or business letter).

All three of these materials must be submitted for your application to be reviewed. Application materials should be submitted to: gfedatabasecoordinator@gmail.com.

Please note that only applications submitted electronically will be considered. No calls or other inquiries, please.

Screening Process

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. If selected for an interview, applicants will be asked to complete a short computer skills test. Selected interviewed candidates will be given an opportunity to meet with the full staff. We will contact all unsuccessful applicants at the completion of our hiring process.

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[full-time] Sub Editor at sadesh Gujjer

2010-03-11 08:28:33

Location: India
URL: http://thomsonreuters.com/

Description:

“Thomson Reuters is a global leader in providing essential information to the world’s businesses and professionals in Law, Financial Services, Tax & Accounting, Media, Healthcare and Scientific Research. With our deep expertise and understanding of these professions, we are able to offer our customers a broad range of innovative products and services. The relevant, insightful information and intuitive supporting systems we provide enable our customers to be successful. Thomson Reuters has operations in 93 countries around the globe. More information about Thomson Reuters and its financial performance can be found on www.ThomsonReuters.com.”

ROLE: SUB-EDITOR

We are looking for dynamic, hands-on subeditors with exceptional rewriting skills and news judgment to play a key role in driving forward our equities coverage from Bangalore.

The successful candidates will be experts at ferreting out market-moving, intelligent information from complicated material and making it relevant to our high-profile clients.
They will work across time zones, coordinate with global bureaus and edit reports on some of the biggest companies in the most developed markets in the world.
They should be prepared to offer guidance and support to reporters in breaking news and connecting the dots across reports from various regions.

Reuters equities file from Bangalore is unique and far from ordinary. We tell stories that move markets in the United States, Britain and Canada; we explain major brokerages’ comments that could evaporate millions of dollars off companies’ market capitalization or generate huge returns for investors.

Our file is getting hotter by the day as the subprime flu in the United States has spread across an array of debt securities, leading to huge credit losses at the world’s leading banks. The unprecedented credit contraction, coupled with rising oil prices, has affected many companies across sectors – adding more fuel to our coverage.

The subeditors should be able to handle different story types that range from spot news to detailed analyses and executive interviews on a variety of sectors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Editing stories and ensuring they meet Reuters standards for accuracy, speed and quality – Working with business sector editors and other newsroom leaders on top stories, analyses, interviews and priorities – Liaising with reporters and bureaus in other regions – Ensuring the file keeps pace with the changing needs of our clients – Participating in news-planning meetings – Guiding and coaching reporters to ensure insightful coverage – Feeding story ideas and mentoring reporters – Refining, coding and improving content – Ensuring correct balance, style, objectivity and reliable sourcing – Providing constructive feedback to/on correspondents/new joiners – Spotting sector trends and pitching story ideas to various teams

QUALIFICATION.

- Strong writing and editing skills – Willingness to work in shifts, including nights – Expertise to add insight to stories and bring in an international flavour

“Thomson Reuters employees take pride in providing our customers around the world with information that is timely, accurate, unbiased and trusted. We have a profound respect for the professions and customers we serve and define our success in terms of their success. Our work environment is dynamic, innovative and entrepreneurial. We have a result-oriented culture that demands excellence, agility, and the desire to move quickly and precisely to seize opportunities. Our environment is both challenging and supportive – we give employees the opportunity to develop their skills and do their best work.

Thomson Reuters values diversity of culture and thought and seeks talented, qualified employees in all its operations around the world regardless of race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other protected classification under country or local law. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.”

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[full-time] In House SEO Needed at Home Theater Chairs

2010-01-18 05:39:52

Location: Alabama Anniston
URL: http://www.theaterseatstore.com

Description:

Hiring SEO experts on freelance and short-term contract basis
at AlltheWeb Inc. in Alaska
We are looking to hire SEO consultants who can improve all of our sites’ rankings in search engines. We own a wide range of websites catering to varied topics starting from health, entertainment to investment and loans related portals. Some of these sites are partly owned by us and the rest are the sites which we create for third-party clients.
Requirements:
Initially the job will be on freelance basis(or short term contract)
1. You should have an experience in this field for atleast 1 year.
2. Should have a phone number so that we can get in touch as and when required
3. Should own a computer and internet connection of your own.
What is expected from you ?
We require that candidates will write a through analysis report of each of our sites before you begin to work on it. You are free to employ any techniques for doing SEO. For each site, you will be given a 60 days period to do your SEO work. At one time you will be allowed to work on three sites simultaneously. All SEO work done should be white-hat methods and we strongly condone spamming techniques.
Special criteria for application:
To access your potential, we require all candidtaes to write a sample SEO analysis report for one of our sites.
We would like you to give a sample analysis of one of our sites on Home Theatre chairs targeting the main keyword Home Theater Chairs along with Home Theater, Home Theater Seating and Home Theater Furniture
.
It is mandatory that all candidates attatch their sample analysis report in their applications, failing which they will be simple rejected. This analysis report should include things like the amount of competition in search engines, keyword difficulty, strengths of other competetors ranking for our keywords, weaknesses and points of improvement of our sample site.
Try to be as extensive as possible in your sample report. Selection of candidates will depend mainly on the quality and professionalism of your submitted analysis report.
Salary and length of service:
As we own a huge number of sites, we require to hire three different persons for this job. The initial six months will be no-contract job(freelance type). Then depending upon the quality of work done we will upgrade you under short-term contract with a possible pay-raise.
Salary is not a constraint and we will increment it eventually depending upon the results we achieve from your SEO work.

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[full-time] Accountant/Finance manager at Albertor Recruitment Company

2010-01-11 11:41:22

Location: Any
Description:

We need Accountant/Finance manager
Salary monthly:US$20,000
Location:Africa
Email:albertorrecruitmentcompany@gmail.com

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[full-time] Manager at employmentcrossing

2010-01-09 02:54:48

Location: Arizona-Phoenix
URL: http://www.employmentcrossing.com

Description:

People filling this position should be self motivated, able to work independently, and comfortable dealing with a diverse, multi cultural environment.

RA’s should be able to think on their toes and react quickly to emergency situations.

Seeking people who can remain calm when under pressure. People interested in this position must like people! You will be dealing with them all day, every day!

Must be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Operating a vehicle is an essential function of this position and will require the applicant to meet the minimum requirements of the Intrawest Driver’s Standards

Policy: Minimum Requirement – Minimum of 18 years of age – Must comply with all driver’s license restrictions i.e. corrective eye-wear – Have held a valid commercial/passenger driver’s license or be in the process of training for one if applicable – Licenses must be issued in the country or state in which the employee works, unless exceptions have been approved by a Senior Leader. – A current, valid driver’s license without limitations resulting from legal process, including: No more than 1 “at-fault” accident in the past 3 years

No more than 3 minor violations i.e. speeding tickets in the past 3 years

No more than 1 major violations i.e. reckless driving, DUI, DWAI in the past 3 years

No more than 1 suspension or revocation of license in the past 3 years due to civil penalties

Check out our Killer Rider, Skier Perks!!Stratton Mountain Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer

!NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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[full-time] Manager at employmentcrossing

2010-01-09 02:52:48

Location: California-Long Beach
URL: http://www.employmentcrossing.com

Description:

People filling this position should be self motivated, able to work independently, and comfortable dealing with a diverse, multi cultural environment.

RA’s should be able to think on their toes and react quickly to emergency situations.

Seeking people who can remain calm when under pressure. People interested in this position must like people! You will be dealing with them all day, every day!

Must be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Operating a vehicle is an essential function of this position and will require the applicant to meet the minimum requirements of the Intrawest Driver’s Standards

No more than 3 minor violations i.e. speeding tickets in the past 3 years

No more than 1 major violations i.e. reckless driving, DUI, DWAI in the past 3 years

No more than 1 suspension or revocation of license in the past 3 years due to civil penalties

Check out our Killer Rider, Skier Perks!!Stratton Mountain Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer

!NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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