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[Part-time] Trans Justice Fellow at Basic Rights Oregon

2012-05-08 18:01:43

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

Description:

BASIC RIGHTS OREGON
Job Announcement: Trans Justice Fellowship

POSITION OVERVIEW
Basic Rights Oregon seeks one temporary, part-time Trans Justice Fellow beginning in June 2012 through December 2012. The Trans Justice Fellow is an entry-level organizing position that reports to the Trans Justice Lead Organizer.

The Fellow is primarily responsible for recruiting new volunteers, building and mobilizing diverse volunteer teams, and working to support a campaign for accessible health care for transgender Oregonians. The position involves in-state travel and will receive significant support and training. The Trans Justice Fellow is responsible for recruiting and mobilizing large numbers of volunteers for community events, planning and executing major elements of a local one-day leadership summit, and contributing to the overall goals of Basic Rights Oregon’s Trans Justice program.

Basic Rights Oregon is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, multicultural work environment. People of color, people with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions and identities are encouraged to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Previous student, issue, electoral, community or labor organizing experience
• Experience working within transgender communities
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve; to work as part of a fast-paced team; and to manage a variety of projects simultaneously
• Commitment to social justice, to ending homophobia and transphobia, and to working across lines of identity
• Commitment to building a multi-racial team; experience working in multi-racial environments
• Computer literacy, especially with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Compelling and comfortable when speaking to small and large groups
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work many evenings and weekends

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Recruit volunteers both one-on-one and in large groups
• Train and manage volunteer teams charged with taking action for trans justice
• Motivate, mobilize and retain a diverse pool of trans and allied activists to take action for trans justice
• Maintain administrative systems necessary to track volunteer participation
• Coordinate transportation, logistics, and recruitment for local and statewide volunteer events
• Prepare written weekly and quarterly work plans and progress reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

COMPENSATION
Hourly pay, commensurate with experience. 20 hours per week.

HIRING TIMELINE
Please send applications tash@basicrights.org by Monday, May 21st at 1:00pm. Application should include a cover letter, resume, and names and phone numbers of three references. In your cover letter, please address your experience working with transgender communities and what drives your interest in this position.

About Basic Rights Oregon
Basic Rights Oregon is the state’s largest grassroots organization dedicated to ensuring that all lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Oregonians experience equality. Founded in 1996, Basic Rights Oregon is a progressive, statewide nonprofit organization with three primary program areas: racial justice, transgender justice and marriage equality. For more information, visit www.basicrights.org.

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[Full-time] Connect to Protect Evaluation Assistant at Fenway Health

2012-04-27 15:24:23

Location:
URL: http://www.fenwayhealth.org

Description:

Connect to Protect Evaluation Assistant – Part Time, Temporary [Job ID # 260]

Reporting to the Connect to Protect Project Director, the Connect to Protect Evaluation Assistant will work with the Evaluation Team to conduct the evaluation component of Connect to Protect. The ultimate goal of Connect to Protect is to reduce HIV incidence and prevalence in Boston youth (12-24 years old) through community mobilization and structural change.

Typical duties include: approaching, screening and consenting participants to take part in the research study; conducting venue-based assessments and surveys with youth at risk for HIV; conducting HIV surveillance testing on study participants; supporting computer-assisted survey completion; providing participants with resources/supported referrals as needed in follow-up to study participation; collecting and maintaining all study documentation, data, and specimens; and representing The Fenway Institute and Connect to Protect community partners in all community interactions.

Note: Successful candidates must be willing to travel to various venues and neighborhoods in Boston to conduct study surveys and be willing to work flexible hours to accommodate the needs of the project.

Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience in community based research or similar experience
Certification in HIV counseling and testing and comfort in testing youth for HIV
Comfort in working with community partners and approaching youth at random for involvement in a research study
Experience working with population of focus (young men who have sex with men and transgender-identified youth) from diverse backgrounds and Boston neighborhoods
Ability to interact in a compassionate and nonjudgmental manner with a diverse participant population affected by HIV
Knowledge of health disparities and cultural competence considerations needed to work within the Boston community
Attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Ability to work harmoniously with diverse groups of individuals
Strong commitment to collaboration and community
Bilingual Spanish/English speakers and people representing population of focus strongly encouraged to apply
Experience working in an ethnically, culturally, and racially diverse environment preferred

When applying for this position, please reference the job title and job ID #260

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[Full-time] Connect to Protect Evaluation Assistant at Fenway Health

2012-04-27 15:21:45

Location: Massachusetts-Boston
URL: http://www.fenwayhealth.org

Description:

Connect to Protect Evaluation Assistant – Part Time, Temporary [Job ID # 260]

Requirements:

When applying for this position, please reference the job title and job ID #260

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[Part-time] Spring 2012 Communications/New Media Intern at Family Equality Council

2011-12-01 15:04:31

Location: District of Columbia-Washington/Metro
URL: http://www.familyequality.org

Description:

Communications/New Media Internship: The Family Equality Council, which connects, supports and represents the one million lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender parents who are raising two million children, is recruiting a DC-based intern to assist its communications office. Candidates should be skilled writers, familiar with LGBT and/or progressive issues and steeped in new media tactics. Position requires 20 hours of work.

Background: Founded in 1979, Council Family Equality Council is changing attitudes and policies to ensure that all families are respected, loved, and celebrated—including families with parents who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. We are a community of parents and children, grandparents and grandchildren that reaches across this country. For 30 years we have raised our children and raised our voices toward fairness for all families.

Internship Summary: The Communications/New Media Intern is an integral member of Communications team. This unpaid internship involves assistance with external communications and marketing efforts as well as research of and outreach to traditional mass media and social media outlets. Success in this position requires highly developed organizational skills, the ability to problem solve independently, a team-oriented mindset, and excellent interpersonal skills.
Qualifications:
• Working towards or completed an Undergraduate or Graduate degree in a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with LGBT and/or progressive issues
• Skilled in Social Media practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and proactively

Please forward resume, cover letter and prior internship experience to smajors@familyequality.org

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[Full-time] Executive Department Intern at Family Equality Council

2011-11-29 16:00:28

Location: Massachusetts-Boston
URL: http://www.familyequality.org/

Description:

INTERNSHIP
ANNOUNCEMENT
Spring 2012

Job Title: Executive Department Intern

Location: Our offices are located in the heart of Boston, between Downtown Crossing T & Part Street T:

Family Equality Council
41 Winter Street, 3rd floor
Boston, MA 02108

Internship Period: We are looking for 1 candidate who is available to start no later than January 23rd. The Spring 2012 Executive Department Intern will end their service by June 1st. This internship is part-time and unpaid with a minimum commitment of 10 hours/week. The work hours are negotiable, but they must fit within the confines of a standard Monday – Friday work week.

Background: Founded in 1979, Family Equality Council is the national organization dedicated to securing justice and equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) parents and their children by advancing social justice for all families. We work to achieve social and legal equality for LGBT families by providing direct support, by educating the public, and by advancing policy reform that ensures full recognition and protection under the law.

Summary: The Executive Department Intern is an integral member of the Executive Team. Family Equality Council seeks a motivated, assertive, responsible, self-directed individual to provide direct support to the Executive Office and Executive Director. This person will play a vital role in supporting the administrative efforts of the organization, including arranging travel accommodations, managing office supplies, assisting in event planning, updating the organization’s donor database, and providing support on additional special projects. This individual will work in close partnership with the Executive team to ensure the successful execution of day-to-day operations of the organization.

Responsibilities: Projects will include, but are not limited to:
• Assist in administrative and operational tasks to support the overall work of Family Equality Council’s Boston office.
• Execute writing and research assignments, as needed
• Investigate current events within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Rights Movement, along with local and national trends, in order to inform and stay connected with the organization’s constituent base through our social media outlets – Facebook, twitter, etc.

Qualifications: All candidates must have a “can do” attitude, enjoy a fast-paced environment, be highly organized without losing sight of larger objectives, and be committed to social justice and equality for LGBT families. A candidate must be a strong communicator, have excellent written, presentation, oral communications and interpersonal skills. The individual must be able to think creatively and strategically in a changing environment. Candidates should also be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Application Process: To apply, please forward letter of interest, resume and references to: Becky Sniderman, Executive Assistant, becky@familyequality.org. For more information on Family Equality Council please visit our website at www.familyequality.org.

Family Equality Council values the benefits of a diversified workplace. Women, people of color, transgender individuals and members of other underrepresented populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Family Equality Council is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, citizenship, color, creed, physical or mental disability (including HIV status), ethnicity, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, marital status, matriculation, national origin, physical appearance, race, religion, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, union membership, veteran status or other unlawful factors, with respect to recruiting, hiring, job assignment, promotion, discipline, discharge, compensation, training and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

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[Full-time] Development Internship at Family Equality Council

2011-11-29 15:59:17

Location: Massachusetts-Boston
URL: http://www.familyequality.org/

Description:

Development Internship

Background:
Founded in 1979, Family Equality Council (www.familyequality.org) is the national organization exclusively dedicated to securing social justice and equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) parents and their children. We provide direct support to LGBT families, educate the American public, and advance policy reform. FEC has offices in Boston, Washington, D.C., and Minneapolis.

Roles & Responsibilities:
The Development Intern will be vital in supporting the fundraising efforts of the organization including event support, grant writing, corporate sponsorships, donor communications, and additional special projects. Other duties will include administrative tasks as needed. This individual will work in close partnership with the rest of the Advancement team to ensure the successful execution of a multi-pronged fundraising agenda.

Responsibilities & Qualifications:
Interns are responsible for providing support services as assigned for all of Family Equality Council’s undertakings, including events, resource requests, material updates, communications and other special projects.

Projects will include, but are not limited to:

• In depth involvement with the planning logistics leading up to Night at the Pier 2012, Family Equality Council’s largest fundraising event of the year;
• Research and track corporate sponsorship opportunities;
• Track the status of grants;
• Work closely with the Advancement team on coordinating upcoming events;
• Create materials for upcoming events;
• Assist in major donor, grant, and sponsorship acknowledgement and gratitude;
• Execute writing and research assignments as needed;
• Provide auxiliary support for fundraising events .
Qualifications:
• Working towards or completed an Undergraduate or Graduate degree in a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Sensitive to diversity and able to work respectfully on LGBT issues including adoption, marriage equality, and family policy
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to:
Please send a resume, cover letter and writing sample to Riane Herlihy, Development Assistant at rherlihy@familyequality.org.

We enjoy working in a team-based environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace. Women, people of color, transgender individuals and members of other underrepresented populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Family Equality Council is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, citizenship, color, creed, physical or mental disability (including HIV status), ethnicity, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, marital status, matriculation, national origin, physical appearance, race, religion, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, union membership, veteran status or other unlawful factors, with respect to recruiting, hiring, job assignment, promotion, discipline, discharge, compensation, training and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

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[Full-time] Community Events & Programming Intern at Family Equality Council

2011-11-29 15:57:47

Location: Massachusetts-Boston
URL: http://www.familyequality.org/

Description:

INTERNSHIP
ANNOUNCEMENT
Spring 2012

Internship Title: Community Events & Programming Intern

Location: Our office is located in the heart of Boston, between the Part Street T & Downtown Crossing T:
41 Winter Street, 3rd floor
Boston, MA 02108

Internship Period: We are looking for 2 candidates who are available to start in no later than January 2012. Spring 2012 interns may end their service in May 2012 or continue their internship through the summer. A minimum commitment of 16 hours a week is preferred, but can be negotiated. Internship hours are flexible, ranging from approximately 8am-6pm, Monday – Friday. Interns will be offered additional opportunities to attend events outside these hours.

Background: Founded in 1979, Family Equality Council is the national organization dedicated to securing equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) parent and their children. We work to achieve social and legal equality for LGBT families by providing direct support, by educating the public, and by advancing policy reform that ensures full legal recognition and protection.

Internship Summary: The Community Events & Programming Intern is an integral member of the Program Team and plays a role in all major Family Equality Council community programming. This unpaid internship involves community outreach, event planning and execution, use of social media and more. Success in this position requires extremely developed organizational skills, the ability to problem solve independently, a team-oriented mindset, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities: Assist with planning and execution of community events (including oversight of logistics, materials, and evaluations), propose new programming for on-going events, assist with creating new resources for our website, provide support to LGBT parent groups across the country and assist with implementation of office systems and administrative tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Flexibility, a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Excellent organization skills coupled with the ability to maintain sight of larger objectives
• Commitment to social justice
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to think creatively and strategically in a changing environment
• Ability to work well independently and with others

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience planning and executing successful programs
• Experience working within the LGBT movement, or with families
• Outgoing demeanor/ high comfort level with networking at events
.

Application Process: To apply, please forward a cover letter and resume to Andra Oshinsky, Program Events Associate at aoshinsky@familyequality.org. For more information on Family Equality Council please visit our website at www.familyequality.org.

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[Part-time] Communications/New Media Internship at Family Equality Council

2011-10-13 11:07:27

Location: District of Columbia-Washington/Metro
URL: http://www.familyequality.org/

Description:

Communications/New Media Internship

Roles & Responsibilities:
National LGBT family organization is recruiting a DC-based intern to assist its communications office. Candidates should be skilled writers, familiar with LGBT and/or progressive issues and steeped in new media tactics. Position requires 20 hours of work.

Qualifications:
• Working towards an Undergraduate degree in a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Sensitive to diversity and able to work respectfully on LGBT issues including adoption, marriage equality, and family policy

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume:
Please forward resume, cover letter and prior internship experience to sean.carlson@familyequality.org

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[Part-time] Fall 2011 Development Internship at Family Equality Council

2011-10-11 10:44:00

Location: Massachusetts-Boston
URL: http://www.familyequality.org

Description:
Development Internship

Roles & Responsibilities:

The Development Intern will be vital in supporting the fundraising efforts of the organization including event support, grant writing, corporate sponsorships, donor communications, and additional special projects. Other duties will include administrative tasks as needed. This individual will work in close partnership with the rest of the Advancement team to ensure the successful execution of a multi-pronged fundraising agenda.

Responsibilities & Qualifications:

Interns are responsible for providing support services as assigned for all of Family Equality Council’s undertakings, including events, resource requests, material updates, communications and other special projects.

Projects will include, but are not limited to:

• Research and track corporate sponsorship opportunities;
• Track the status of grants;
• Work closely with the Advancement team on coordinating upcoming events;
• Create materials for upcoming events;
• Assist in major donor, grant, and sponsorship acknowledgement and gratitude;
• Execute writing and research assignments as needed;
• Provide auxiliary support for fundraising events .
Qualifications:
• Working towards an Undergraduate degree in a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Sensitive to diversity and able to work respectfully on LGBT issues including adoption, marriage equality, and family policy
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to:
Please send a resume, cover letter and writing sample to Riane Herlihy, Development Assistant at rherlihy@familyequality.org.

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[Full-time] City Year Corps Member at Jorge Lopez

2011-08-24 10:22:19

Location: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia
URL: http://cityyear.org

Description:

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

City Year is an education focused, nonprofit organization that unites young people of all backgrounds for a year of full-time service to keep students in school and on track to graduation.

At City Year’s 21 locations across the United States and two international affiliates, teams of young people called corps members serve full-time in schools for 10 months as tutors, mentors and role models. By focusing on attendance, behavior and course performance, corps members are uniquely able to help students and schools succeed. City Year is a proud member of AmeriCorps.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As a corps member, you will help students stay on track and get back on track to graduate by improving their course performance, attendance, and behavior. Beginning each day before the first school bell rings and staying until the last child leaves the after-school program. You’ll serve students, schools and communities through:

• Academic Support: Provide one-on-one or small group tutoring before, during and after school
• Attendance and Positive Behavior Encouragement: Lead energetic morning greetings, make attendance and positive phone calls to home, lead mentor groups
• Community and School Improvements: Organize and lead activities, celebrations and projects to improve the community and school environment
Team-based service is at the heart of City Year. You will be assigned to a diverse team of at least 8-10 young adults and you will serve with that team for the duration of the year.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

Career and Education Opportunities:

• Eligibility for exclusive scholarships to dozens of leading colleges and universities
• Access to online career resource center
• Networking opportunities with more than 15,000 alumni
• Leadership training and development
• Project management and communication skills
• Civic knowledge

Benefits:

• Bi-weekly living stipend
• $5,500 AmeriCorps education award (for members who complete 1,700 hours of service
• Health insurance
• Student Loan forbearance
• Samsung Cell phone with service provided by T-Mobile USA
• Uniform provided by The Timberland Company and ARAMARK

You can apply to a specific City Year location or apply to serve where most needed. To be considered for a position, you must visit www.cityyear.org and submit your online application and two letters of recommendation by one of the deadlines listed below.

Individuals may receive no more than the value of two full time education awards. If you have received the equivalent of more than one full time education award, you are eligible to serve and receive a discounted award.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
City Year corps members are as diverse a group as the communities they serve. We’re looking for you if you want to give back and are ready to change the world.

Applicants must:
• Be between the ages of 17 and 24
• Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
• Have a college degree or attended some college, have a high school diploma or GED, or be willing to earn a GED.
• Have served no more than three terms in an AmeriCorps state or national program.
• Agree to a criminal background check
• Be able to begin City Year by July 30, 2012

Previous experiences with service, tutoring, mentoring or leadership strengthen candidacy.

APPLICATION DEADLINES
Submit your completed application (including two letters of recommendation and our reference form) by one of the deadlines below.

Apply by: You will be notified:
September 30 October 21
November 15 December 16
February 15 March 16
April 30 May 30

Apply online at www.cityyear.org
For more information, please contact the recruitment department at the City Year site at which you are interested in serving.

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