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The Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) is a mission driven organization dedicated to presenting stories that convey the richness and diversity of Asian American experiences to the broadest audience possible. CAAM seeks a seasoned Festival & Exhibitions Director to develop and lead its year-round public screenings and events program. The position is also responsible for directing an annual festival of Asian American films and media works that is the largest in the nation. Now in its 28th year, the San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival (SFIAAFF) is held in mid-March and draws an annual audience of 25,000.

The ideal candidate is an experienced manager and programmer who has a vision for Asian American media, is highly motivated and resourceful, and brings a sense of creativity and adaptability. The position requires strong management, oral and written communications skills, as well as a breadth of knowledge and experience in film, video, or media arts, exhibitions, live events, or other public engagement programs. The Festival & Exhibitions Director is part of CAAM’s program team and a larger management team for the organization.

Duties Include:
• Create artistic and overall vision and plan for year-round programming
• Work with Director of Programs on vision and goals for SFIAAFF
• Hire, train, and supervise department and specific Festival seasonal staff
• Hire & supervise program curators as needed
• Develop and manage department budget
• Event scheduling and program slotting
• Cultivate and maintain effective filmmaker & distributor relations
• Manage venue and partner organization relations and contract process
• Develop relationships with key film festivals & film industry contacts
• Contribute to development of annual Festival marketing & website plan
• Work with Development & Communications Director and Publicist to generate key press messaging and releases
• Work with Development & Communications Director to identify, solicit, and maintain sponsors for SFIAAFF and other events

ABOUT SFIAAFF: The Center for Asian American Media presents the San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival (SFIAAFF) every March. SFIAAFF is the nation’s largest showcase for new Asian American and Asian films, annually presenting over 100 works in San Francisco, Berkeley and San Jose. Since 1982, SFIAAFF has been an important launching point for Asian American independent filmmakers as well as a vital source for new Asian cinema.
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ABOUT CAAM: The Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to presenting stories that convey the richness and diversity of Asian American experiences to the broadest audience possible. We do this by funding, producing, distributing and exhibiting works in film, television and digital media. CAAM is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information, visit: www.asianamericanmedia.org

Philanthropcapitalist arrives: "Don't be afraid! I have two bottom lines."

The Marine and Coastal Conservation Director sets goals for and oversees all aspects of science, stewardship and community and partner relations to advance conservation in the Oregon Coast and Marine region. S/he provides conservation leadership and support for the Conservancy’s field operations for the same. S/he serves as a principal contact with government agencies, other conservation organizations and the academic community relative to The Nature Conservancy’s marine and coast conservation efforts.

The Manager, Special Events is responsible for managing community-based fundraising events for a region of the American cancer Society. Depending on region size and event complexity, incumbents at this level may independently manage smaller events and/or assist Directors in managing larger/multiple fund-raising events. The Manager is accountable for the successful execution of event plans and logistics in achieving stated income goals for assigned events, working closely with volunteer leaders and other regional event staff. The Manager implements event action plans for one of more ACS signature events, such as: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, Daffodil Days, Endurance and/or Golf & Gala events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Manages successful execution of established community fund-raising and/or other income events within assigned region.
- Effectively recruits and trains volunteer teams and manages/coordinates their implementation of special event plans and protocols.
- Tracks indicators of progress towards income goals, escalating findings and recommending solutions as required. Adheres to expense management practices and division spending guidelines.
- Ensures all event communications are distributed timely and accurately to all constituent groups.
- Coordinates event logistics and planning as prescribed for large-scale community events.
- Manages product sales, and collateral distribution for events.
- Assists in identifying sponsorship leads and underwriting opportunities to maximize income potential for events.
- Ensures implementation of data collection for each income activity, including income/expense information and donor/volunteer records
- Works in a team environment to effectively represent the Society and its mission in the community, participating in mission objectives as required.
- Attends evening and/or weekend meetings and/or events as needed. Participates in required regional event meetings, conference calls and other trainings to maximize success of events.

Contacts and Relationships:
- Reports to Sr. Director of Special Events

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2 to 3 years successful fund raising or related event planning experience. (ACS internal candidates must have 1-2 years event experience.)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, plus the ability to work in a team environment.
- Experience recruiting, training and delegating to volunteers
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- Must be able to handle multiple projects, review and prepare event schedules and meet critical deadlines.
- Skilled with Microsoft products (WORD, Excel, Powerpoint), Internet proficient and capable of learning proprietary databases.
- Resourcefulness, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.


Preferences:

- Special Events and events planning/non-profit experience

Special Work Requirements:

- Must be able to certify oneself tobacco free.
- Availability to attend evening meetings, travel for centralized training, and participate in all ACS events as required.
- Multi-lingual strongly considered.

Accordia Global Health Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation that works to overcome the burden of infectious diseases by building healthcare capacity and strengthening academic medical institutions in Africa.

TITLE: Grant Finance Manager

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Sr. Vice President, Global Health Programs

MAIN FUNCTION: The Grant Finance Manager is a project-based, two year position overseeing the financial management of a major Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation grant to Accordia Global Health Foundation. S/he is a critical thinker who is an integral part of Accordia’s Program Management team and, in this capacity, works closely with the project’s Grant Manager and the Sr. Vice President, Global Health Programs to ensure compliance and transparency of grant activity and oversee sub-grantee financial performance. S/he is directly responsible for the accurate compilation of grant-specific financial statements and related narratives.

The Grant Finance Manager is also responsible for drafting related sub grant agreements and monitoring sub grantee fiscal performance and reporting compliance. Desired candidate will not only have the ability to prepare, audit, and closely monitor grant budgets but will also be able to interpret program fiscal activity for both financially inclined and non-financial members of senior management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
? Support and enhance relationship with project staff by servicing financial needs and monitoring grant spending so that the financial aspects of the grant programs are fully considered in operational decisions
? Manage the financial aspect of relationships with grantor including the preparation and submission of grant drawdown requests and other financial reports as required by the grantor
? Supervise the financial relationship with sub grantees including drafting and monitoring sub grant agreements to ensure fiscal compliance with grantor requirements and/or regulations
? Establish and document appropriate grant finance procedures for incorporation into Accordia’s body of policy and procedure manuals
? Routinely compare budget projections with actual program spending in order to identify potential areas of concern and recommend necessary budget modifications based on project development
? Complete indirect cost analyses as applicable
? Handle all necessary fiscal grant close out activities including final reports and financials statements
? Create ad hoc and management reports and perform other duties as assigned


QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelors degree required. Masters degree in relevant field is preferred.

Experience: Ideal candidate will have 7+ years of accounting and financial management experience, including 5+ years of grant monitoring and reporting experience. Strong applicants will have experience in drafting sub grant agreements and in policy and procedures development.
S/he should demonstrate exceptional project management skills, a strong attention to detail, and possess the ability to work in a fast paced environment where multi tasking is common. Familiarity with Gates Foundation grant reporting, administration and/or auditing is desirable.

Essential Requirements: Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Applicants must have strong computer skills including automated accounting systems, spreadsheets and word processing. Enthusiasm and dedication to teamwork is desired, but must be able to work independently. High level of professionalism and a strong ability to relate to people of all business and social levels is important. Demonstrated multicultural sensitivity is a plus. Must possess ability to critically consider program activity from a fiscal perspective by identifying important areas to monitor and accurately conveying potential concerns to management team.

The Community Mission Manager (CMM) works to deliver several cancer control and mission activities within Brooklyn, including: managing a free colonoscopy program for uninsured residents; recruiting and training advocacy volunteers for the Cancer Action Network; working to implement prevention and early detection initiatives with community coalitions and partners; and implementing specific health and wellness interventions in local businesses and community agencies. The Community Mission Manager also is an integral partner with the broader New York City-wide prevention and detection team, and participates in their account planning teams and activities in Brooklyn.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

§ Manages borough-wide colon screening initiative in multiple hospitals in partnership with colleagues in other Regions and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
§ Builds and sustains community collaborations resulting in increased cancer screening, decreased smoking rates, healthier nutrition and increased exercise in target communities.
§ Recruits, trains and empowers a cadre of volunteers to implement prevention and early detection interventions and outreach in local communities.
§ Recruits, trains and empowers a cadre of volunteers to lead advocacy efforts in Brooklyn for the Cancer Action Network.
§ Closely collaborates with New York City-wide prevention and early detection, Corporate Relations and Relay for Life staff to advance the prevention and detection agenda at targeted accounts including worksites, health systems and strategic alliances. Attends division Prevention and Detection meetings and trainings as assigned.
- Supports integration of prevention and detection activities with other departments, including Patient and Family Services and special events, such as Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and Relay for Life.
- Serves as Regional point-of-contact for the prevention & early detection, working to ensure that Regional staff are current in their knowledge of cancer control, policies and emerging priorities.
§ Evaluates and responds to external requests for cancer prevention & detection services, in partnership with account team members (staff and volunteers). Delivers agreed upon strategies/interventions for each account. Utilizes specialized knowledge of evidence-based cancer control strategies to partner with the public on implementation of substantive P & D activities.
§ Meets goals assigned by the RVP for fundraising events such as MSABC and other Regional income events.
§ Attends regular internal and external trainings/seminars on ACS P&D policies and procedures, customer service trainings and other development opportunities as appropriate

Qualifications and Core Competencies:

- Master's degree Public Health or comparable experience strongly preferred, including community organizing, community health promotion, or healthcare delivery. Specific experience with cancer a strong plus.
- Demonstrated passion for mobilizing others to achieve a goal, including success with recruiting, training and retaining volunteers.
- Strong negotiation and persuasion skills, ability to recognize needs, identify solutions, and "sell- those strategies and solutions to key stakeholders, including both internal and external constituents.
- Strong communication skills, including written, oral and presentation skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple and constantly changing tasks, as well as work independently.
- Solid technology skills including Microsoft Office products, teleconferencing, online surveys, etc.
- Sense of humor, strong presentation skills and passion for helping others.
- Knowledge of Brooklyn communities and multiple cultures helpful.
- Bilingual or multilingual a strong plus.
- Commitment to the mission and goals of the American Cancer Society.

Special Work Requirements:
- Must certify oneself free of all tobacco product usage.
- Ability and willingness to travel throughout Brooklyn.
- Flexible work hours with some weekends and evening hours required.

Best Buddies is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs).

Founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver, Best Buddies is a vibrant, international organization that has grown from one original chapter to more than 1,500 college, high school and middle school campuses across the country and internationally.

Best Buddies programs engage participants in each of the 50 United States. We have accredited international programs on six continents with additional country programs under active development. Our six formal programs – Best Buddies Citizens, Colleges, e-Buddies®, High Schools, Jobs and Middle Schools – will positively impact more than 700,000 individuals this year.

Best Buddies also is systematically implementing our 2010 Initiative that will witness the organization's continued significant growth, both domestically and overseas. Best Buddies volunteers annually contribute services to the community that equate to more than $170 million USD.

Even though Best Buddies has advanced tremendously in our short existence, many areas of the country and many regions of the world still lack programs to help people with IDDs become part of mainstream society. Our goal is to continue expanding nationwide and at the local community level, while more broadly engaging the global community through our programs.

Best Buddies International (BBI), an equal opportunity employer, seeks a dynamic professional to join our team in Miami, Fl as a Director, Supported Employment Program.

Heartland Alliance
Youth & Residential Services Division

We provide housing and case management services to young boys and girls, ages infant through 17. Our program participants include unaccompanied minors, wards of the state, and other detained populations. We are proud to provide them with a structured, safe and friendly environment as we work to help reunite them with family, or otherwise move on to their next step. Our residential sites are located on the North and South sides of Chicago, and in the north suburbs.

Managers and Supervisors work on site at our residential facilities and provide oversight and guidance for general program operations and management of our direct service staff, including services to program participants, performance management of staff, implementation of policies and procedures, training, quality assurance, and more.


Our funding remains strong, despite the current economy - we are growing and are looking for the right people to help us do so in a meaningful way.


We offer the following benefits to our employees:
• Competitive wages
• Medical and dental coverage
• 401(k) savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous rate of paid time off

Our programs and young participants are inspiring – consider joining us in our mission to create lasting, meaningful change in their lives!

Location: Chicago, IL. (St. Angela's Office).
Typical Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3pm-9pm.

ERC Counselors will work with at-risk youth referred from Juvenile Court. Essential functions of the position include transporting youth to and from the Evening Reporting Center utilizing a 7 or 15 passenger van which the agency provides, providing recreational activities one day per week, monitoring clients through school, family issues, and employment, and maintaining weekly contact with probation officers.

Job Summary:

The Community Mission Manager (CMM) delivers a broad array of cancer control and mission integration responsibilities within the region. As a key member of the regional team, the CMM aligns her/his delivery of services with the regional plan for both mission and income development. The CMM manages external and internal customer requests for cancer prevention and detection information and resources (i.e. cancer screenings, tobacco control, physical activity and nutrition), and partners with regional staff to identify the most effective services for key constituent groups and target accounts. The Community Mission Manager also is an integral partner with the division Strategic Health Initiatives department, and works in close collaboration with Strategic Health Initiatives staff. The CMM participates on account planning teams for both regional and super regional accounts, and is a key player in the delivery of prevention and detection strategies and activities at target worksites, health systems and strategic alliances.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

§ Works in close collaboration with Strategic Health Initiatives staff to advance the prevention and detection agenda at targeted accounts including worksites, health systems and strategic alliances.
- Consults with and participates on regional and/or super regional account teams for the fulfillment of prevention & detection deliverables. Attends division Strategic Health Initiatives meetings and trainings as needed.
§ Responds to customer requests including coordinating with staff and volunteers on fulfillment of requests, and working in partnership with account team members to deliver agreed upon strategies/interventions for each account.
§ Coordinates with Corporate Relations staff on the implementation of Employer Initiative products i.e. Active for Life, Meeting Well, etc.
§ Receives and evaluates customer requests for cancer prevention & detection services. Utilizes specialized knowledge of evidence-based cancer control strategies to "educate- customers on the more substantive activities and Strategic Health Initiatives interventions the ACS can provide where appropriate.
§ Serves as a regional point-of-contact for the Strategic Health Initiatives department, ensuring regional staff are current in their knowledge of Strategic Health Initiatives strategies, activities, tools and emerging priorities.
§ As the local Strategic Health Initiatives expert, ensure all regional external communications accurately reflect current Strategic Health Initiatives strategies and emerging priorities.
§ Supports Mission Integration for prevention and detection, patient and family services and advocacy into Relay, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and other special and distinguished events.
§ Recruits, trains and manages a cadre of highly trained, effective volunteers to meet customer requests for local/regional presentations on cancer screenings, tobacco control, nutrition and physical activity.
§ Coordinates volunteers, materials and presentations to meet customer and constituent requests with consistently high quality, evidence-based Strategic Health Initiatives strategies and services.
§ May supervise grant staff as appropriate.
§ Identifies community resources that meet customer needs and makes referrals appropriately.
§ Meets goals assigned by the RVP for special events such as MSABC, RFL and other regional events.
§ Attends regular internal and external trainings/seminars on ACS Strategic Health Initiatives strategies and procedures, customer service trainings and other development opportunities as appropriate.

Contacts and Relationships:

- Reports directly to the RVP or other senior regional staff member.
- Partners with Strategic Health Initiatives staff to ensure two-way communication about requests, guidance on request conversion when needed, and trainings on specific cancer control tools and resources
- Develops effective working relationships with all regional disciplines (PFS, Corp Relations, Special Events, etc)
- Communicates with event business units and leadership teams (RFLBU, MSABC) to receive and implement mission integration strategies for special events in region
- Collaborates with peers across division to share successes, learning and best practices.

Qualifications and Core Competencies:

- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, health education, or health-related field, AND 2 years experience in community relations, customer relations (preferably in a healthcare environment), health education, or other related healthcare field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of local communities and diverse populations/cultures within that community pertaining to healthcare access and delivery.
- Effective negotiation and persuasion skills, ability to recognize needs, identify solutions, and "sell- those strategies and solutions to key stakeholders, including both internal and external constituents. Demonstrated success and experience with recruiting, training and retaining volunteers.
- Demonstrated examples of relationship-building skills and a passion for mobilizing others to achieve a goal.
- Working knowledge of evidence-based cancer control strategies including cancer prevention and cancer screening guidelines and policies.
- Strong communication skills, including written, oral and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization, co-workers and volunteers.
- Demonstrated resourcefulness, creativity and initiative.
- Ability to prioritize multiple and constantly changing tasks, as well as work independently.
- Solid technology skills including Microsoft Office products, teleconferencing, online surveys, etc.
- Commitment to the mission and goals of the American Cancer Society.

Preferences:

- Multi-lingual desirable.

Special Work Requirements:

- Must certify oneself free of all tobacco product usage.
- Ability and willingness to do regional travel.
- Flexible work hours with some weekends and evening hours required.

VISION:
To provide quality aquatic and recreational opportunities that are broad-based, safe, accessible to
all, and foster the spirit of creative and cooperative play.

General Job Description:

The Lifeguard is responsible for assisting in the operation of the Saugus YMCA Outdoor Pool Center.

Essential Functions of the job:

• A Lifeguard employed with The Saugus Family YMCA is responsible for the
health, safety and welfare of those using the YMCA Outdoor Pool Center.
• A Lifeguard’s major responsibility is to observe swimmers and enforce all rules and regulations in the guarding of life and the prevention of accidents at the YMCA’s swimming pools.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure the Outdoor Pool Center maintains the YMCA’s high level of cleanliness. This includes maintenance of the grounds and outdoor restroom facilities.
• Assist in the organization of member events at the pool center.
• Assist in the operation of the swim team clinic.
• Assist in performing water tests and adding chemicals to ensure properly balanced and sanitary water in all Outdoor Center Pools.
• Assist in organization of birthday parties at the Outdoor Pool Center.

Skills/Requirements

• 16 years old.
• Current Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.

I. Position Summary
Reporting to the President and CEO, the chief alumni and development officer (CADO) serves as a key executive leadership team member and an active participant in making strategic decisions affecting INROADS. In partnership with the president and CEO, this position is responsibility for all fundraising and development activities. The successful candidate will help forge new relationships to build INROADS’ visibility, impact, and financial resources. The CADO will design and implement a comprehensive plan for developing key external alliances by cultivating individual and philanthropic support.
S/he will expand and diversify INROADS’ donor base/pipeline and work closely with other team members to secure funding for new initiatives. In addition the CADO will work closely with the fundraising committee of the board of directors.
S/he is also responsible for leadership, planning, managing and implementation of alumni programs, chapter development, services, publications, database management, merchandising, fund-raising, and other duties as assigned.
II. Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities

The CADO will report to the President and CEO, and
• Support and partner with president and CEO and board members on all major fundraising initiatives.
• Collaborate with CFO to develop and implement INROADS’ financial strategy
• Actively work with executive leadership team to develop and implement a comprehensive development strategy to include corporate, foundation, parents, alumni, etc
• Oversee research funding sources and trends, with foresight, to help position INROADS ahead of major funding changes or trends.
• Monitor all donor information; provide and present statistical analysis to board and executive leadership team.
• Develop and implement a stewardship program aimed at cultivating deeper ties with donors.
• Monitor and report regularly on the progress of the development program.
• Create and implement mail, phone and personal solicitations strategies to increase INROADS donors and dollars.
• Identify, develop and mentor direct reports
• Direct alumni relations activities on the local, regional and national level in accordance with INROADS policies and objectives to promote and enhance alumni participation and support.
• Serve as the principal INROADS staff liaison to the National INROADS Alumni Association (NIAA) and the entire alumni constituency. Organize and manage alumni donor programs in partnership with the NIAA, local and corporate alumni groups, and other INROADS supporters.
• Establish and cultivate close ties with alumni through programs, services and publications designed to promote and achieve both INROADS and alumni goals, objectives and growth needs.
• Assess the feasibility of establishing local and corporate alumni chapters, and specify standards and guidelines for setting up and expanding chapters.
• Develop and implement strategies to support national and local alumni association chapters, meetings, conferences and events as required.
• Develop and maintain an “Alumni Database Tracking System”, which will enhance the periodic publication of an alumni directory and aid in the formulation of reports and data that shows the career progress, needs and achievements of INROADS alumni.
• Promote and cultivate an awareness of alumni concerns and potentials to all levels of INROADS leadership and the organization as a whole.
• In collaboration with the CEO, establish an “Alumni Executive Roundtable” or similar alumni body, to advise and assist the CEO in how best to accomplish INROADS mission and as a source of support.
• Collaborate with the Director of Communications and Public Affairs to formulate an alumni relations communications plan, coordinate alumni publications, design and revise web site information, and determine how best to promote alumni programs and services.
• Design and implement strategies for the recruitment and involvement of alumni as a resource to INROADS mission performance and their own career needs.
• Identify alumni support for intern training, mentoring, and counseling.
• Assess and implement alumni benefits to keep alumni connected to INROADS.
• Exercise management oversight of the maintenance of the alumni database and the tracking of “lost alumni”.
• Develop and expand INROADS Professional Connection (IPC) and Hot Prospects career services into a multi-faceted Career Resource Center for alumni and corporate clients.
• Maintain existing and develop new alumni affinity programs and services.
• Employ innovative ways and means to expand and improve alumni programs, services, publications and on-line communication.
• Establish an Alumni-In-Residence program and training modules to cultivate and transition interns to active alumni status, with particular emphasis on graduating seniors.
• Oversee the development, implantation and follow-up for the next INROADS Capital Campaigns and any special, one-time fundraising initiatives.
• Develop collaborative partnerships with appropriate teams, including IS and the executive leadership team to create and implement an INROADS Prospect Tracking and Acknowledgement system.

American Cancer Society - Hudson Valley Region

Logistics Specialist Needed
15th Anniversary Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk!

We are seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate professionals to make a difference by working as a Logistics Specialist/Assistant Event Coordinator for the American Cancer Society's 15th Anniversary l Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk.

The Logistics Specialist position is a full-time position starting around May until early November. You will be responsible for the logistics and strategic planning for our 5k walk held at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, Central Valley, NY, This event has an expected attendance of 10,000 participants. In addition to logistics responsibilities for the walk in October, you will also have logistical responsibilities for kick-off events that will occur throughout the campaign. The Logistic Specialist will lead and oversee the logistical tasks as assigned by the event director. You will also train and communicate all aspects of pre-event operations such as outreach, volunteer recruitment and the coordination of flagship and corporate teams. You will take the lead with minimal supervision in planning, logistics, follow up, and distributing assignments while implementing the existing action plans. Serve as an expert resource for motivating staff and volunteers and establish a team atmosphere for Sunday, October 17, 2010.

EXCELLENT PHONE, COMPUTER AND SALES SKILLS ARE A MUST!

Responsibilities may include phone recruitment, solicitation of product donations, managing financial process, collateral distribution, coordination of volunteers and assistance with day-of event activities.
As the Logistics Specialist you must posses excellent organizational skills, be self-motivated, ability to prioritize work, handle multiple tasks and work within deadlines. Excellent telephone, interpersonal and computer skills are a must. Candidates must demonstrate independence as well as functioning as a team player. Ability to effectively complete multiple tasks, priorities, deadlines and responsibilities are essential.

I. Position Summary
Reporting to and partnering with the President and CEO, the chief financial officer (CFO) will set INROADS’ financial policy and direction while also being an active participant in, and driver of, the organization’s overall strategy. S/he will lead all financial administration, business planning, and budgeting. As a member of the executive leadership team, the CFO will work closely with a motivated and engaged finance and audit committee of the board of directors. The CFO will lead the INROADS’ finance and accounting team.
II. Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities

The CFO will report to the President and CEO, and
• Oversee long-term budgetary panning and cost management in alignment with INROADS’s strategic plan.
• Provide recommendations on financial analysis and projections, cost identification and allocation; and revenue/expense analysis.
• Participate in ongoing strategic planning process as an integral member of the executive leadership team.
• Engage the board finance committee around issues, trends, and changes in the operating models and operational delivery
• Engage the chief alumni and development officer to align financial management with short-term and long-term financial planning and projections
• Oversee budgeting, and the implementation of budgets, so as to monitor progress and present financial metrics both internally and externally.
• Ensure the finance staff maintains financial record systems in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and monitors the use of all funds.
• Manage cash flow and forecasting; direct all financial, project-based, and departmental accounting
• Coordinate all audit activities.
• Oversee the preparation and approval of all financial reporting materials and metrics for funding organizations; prepare and communicate monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Develop and manage direct staff.
• Engage other members of the executive leadership team to facilitate cross-department collaboration that ensures all financial solutions positively supports INROADS’ evolving strategy, operational delivery and data collection needs.
III. Knowledge and Background Requirements

The successful candidate will have

• Mature and proactive, with evidence of having worked as a business partner to the CEO of a multi-state and networked-based entity. If coming from the for-profit world, non-profit
• Sr. Management level experience in strategic planning and execution. Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management. Skill in turnarounds is a plus.
• Skill in examining, developing, reengineering, and recommending financials policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated excellence in managing finance, accounting, budgeting, control, and reporting.
• Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model.
• A collaborative and flexible style, with strong service mentality. Needs to be seen as a team player who is committed to lifelong learning.
• Hands on manager with integrity and a desire to work in a dynamic, mission driven culture.
• An effective communicator, with strong oral and written skills.
• Strong commitment to developing team members.
• Ability to manage and build relationships with National and Regional board members.
• Demonstrated commitment to the social sector with a passion for INROADS’ mission.
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel.
• Microsoft Office, PC and Web function skills required.

IV. Education/Work Experience Required

• Bachelors degree required; major in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting preferred
• Masters degree/CPA highly preferred
• 12-15 years of broad financial experience ideally beginning in audit, followed by experience gathering and evaluating financial information and making actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• General management experience (e.g. financial, operations, marketing, human assets, etc.)
• S/he will ideally have strong experience managing accounting, budgeting, controls, and reporting for a national non-profit
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans that position organizations for success

General Job Description:

The Aquatic Activities Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Aquatic Director in performing operational and supervisory duties at the Saugus YMCA Outdoor Pool Center.

Essential Functions of the job:

• Assume duties of a lifeguard and/or swim instructor when necessary.
• Observe and enforce all rules and regulations of the pool center.
• Assist in the supervision of lifeguards and swim instructors.
• Organize and plan member events at the pool center.
• Supervise and coach summer swim team clinic.
• Assist in performing water tests and adding chemicals to ensure properly balanced and sanitary water in all Outdoor Center Pools.
• Assist in organization of birthday parties at the Outdoor Pool Center.
• Assist in staff supervision in the absence of Aquatic Director.


Skills/Requirements

• 21 years old.
• At least one year experience in an aquatic facility.
• Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED, First Aid, and WSI certifications.

Fitness Forward is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to Lead Youth to Live Well. Our programs are designed to guide school communities through a progressive framework that will create lasting change in the way health is taught and practiced. Our vision is a world where children have an equal opportunity for high self-esteem and a disease-free future, obesity is once again an uncommon disease, quality of life is enhanced, and diabetes, heart disease and cancer are greatly diminished. With programs currently in six states touching approximately ten thousand elementary school students, Fitness Forward is progressing toward that vision.

The primary responsibilities of the Fitness Forward Fundraising/Development Director are to develop FF's fundraising plan, engage it's strong base of fundraising prospects and execute on the plan and prospects to raise the entire FF budget and prepare for future growth. The FF Fundraising/Development Director will report to the FF Executive Director and work closely with with FF Boards.

Responsibilities:
The FF Fundraising/Development Director will:
• Develop FF’s fundraising plan by
o Reviewing best practices from other organizations in the field
o Designing specific strategies for foundation, corporate, venture philanthropy, individual and public funding sources
• Engage FF’s strong base of fundraising prospects by:
o Researching FF’s existing prospects
o Designing stewardship strategies for prospects
o Maintaining FF’s Salesforce database
• Executing on the plan and prospects by
o Writing grant proposals and building relationships with foundations, corporations and venture philanthropists
o Making asks of existing individual prospects
o Generating leads for, pursuing and closing individual fundraising prospects
o Leveraging the Executive Director for high priority fundraising goals for his engagement
o Pursuing public fundraising opportunities as they arise
• Assist the Executive Director by
o Working on special projects as they arise

Major Responsibilities include:
Maintaining and programming office equipment or calling appropriate vendor when needed
Troubleshooting staff computers, providing technical support and contacting outside technical consultants when necessary
Maintaining inventory of supplies and ordering supplies as needed
Interfacing with vendors and building management, as needed
Assistance to executive staff
Telephone and in person reception

Additional Responsibilities include:
Keeping records on postage use
Updating lists
Receiving and storing supplies and publications
Processing outgoing mail and distributing incoming mail
General faxing and photocopying

Make the Road New York is seeking a Director of Worker Training Programs to lead the development of MRNY’s Workforce Training services and coordinate MRNY’s Train-The Trainers project on workers’ rights and workforce development.

Responsibilities include:
•Developing job skills and workers rights curriculum for trainings for low-wage immigrant workers.
•Facilitate job skills trainings for MRNY’s members and clients in Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island
•Coordinate MRNY’s capacity building initiative “Building the Skills and Protecting the Rights for Low-Wage Immigrant Workers” to provide train-the-trainer services to community organizations working with low-wage immigrant workers
•Work with MRNY’s Communtiy Workforce Team to successfully place participants in unsubsidized jobs and training programs.
•Develop partnerships with labor unions and workforce development organizations to expand training and employment opportunities for community residents.

The successful candidate must have at least two years of experience developing curriculum and providing workforce trainings; be fully bi-lingual in English and Spanish and have experience working with non-English speakers; have a Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience; strong interpersonal, marketing/sales, and communication skills; and be open to working some evenings and weekends.

Make the Road New York’s NEW Workforce Development Project seeks to create innovative approaches to job placement, job training and job creation targeting immigrant workers and low-income community residents in Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island. The project seeks assist community members in gaining new employment; access training programs that expand access to living-wage jobs; and incubate worker cooperatives or small business projects to expand economic opportunities for immigrant workers during the economic crisis. The job placement component of the program is performance-based, and its success is measured by meeting placement, wage and retention goals.

Make the Road New York is seeking a Senior Job Developer to aggressively match and market workers with limited English proficiency and other community residents of the neighborhoods served by MRNY.

The Job Developer is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with employers; securing job orders; matching the skills of participants with the proper job openings; making referrals and conducting follow-up with both job seekers and employers; making between 10-13 placements per month; helping to coordinate job development efforts and working collaboratively with members of the Community Workforce team.

The successful candidate must have at least two years of experience placing low-income and/or immigrant workers in unsubsidized jobs; be fully bi-lingual in English and Spanish and have experience working with non-English speakers; have a Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience; strong interpersonal, marketing/sales, and communication skills; and be open to working some evenings and weekends.

Make the Road New York’s NEW Workforce Development Project seeks to create innovative approaches to job placement, job training and job creation targeting immigrant workers and low-income community residents in Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island. The project seeks assist community members in gaining new employment; access training programs that expand access to living-wage jobs; and incubate worker cooperatives or small business projects to expand economic opportunities for immigrant workers during the economic crisis. The job placement component of the program is performance-based, and its success is measured by meeting placement, wage and retention goals.

This is an opportunity to impact the lives of women. Working with a small supportive committed staff, the successful applicant should have familiarity with all aspects of fundraising, including grant writing, individual gifts, solicitation and oversight of special events and government grants. She/he will have experience with major corporate and foundation gifts and have relationships in the philanthropic world. Additional responsibilities include overseeing the production of our spectacular annual women chefs tasting event. SHARE currently has an operating budget of $1.3 million.