Towards a Welcoming and Inclusive Church
Employment Opportunities
- NGO Delegation to UNAIDS board seeks new members (posted 07.28.10)
- Office Manager/Executive Assistant (posted 07.22.10)
- Interactive Media Coordinator (posted 07.16.10)
- Church Justice Coordinator (Part-time) (posted 07.09.10)
NGO Delegation to UNAIDS board seeks new members
The Programme Coordinating Board (PCB) is the governing body of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) and is made up of Member States, the UNAIDS Cosponsors (the ten United Nations organizations that make up the joint programme), and nongovernmental organization (NGO) delegates.
The PCB NGO Delegates represent the perspectives of civil society, including people living with HIV, within UNAIDS policies and programming. NGO delegates actively seek input from their respective communities on key issues related to UNAIDS policies and programmes, and advocate with members states (governments) and Cosponsors for meaningful improvements in the implementation and evaluation of AIDS policies and programmes.
NGO Delegation vacancies
The NGO Delegation to the UNAIDS PCB has vacancies for two-year terms beginning 1 January 2011 and ending 31 December 2012, for the following positions:
- North America Main Delegate
- North America Alternate Delegate
- Latin America and the Caribbean Alternate Delegate
- Africa Alternate Delegate
- Asia and the Pacific Alternate Delegate
Where can I get more information?
For a complete description and online application in English, please visit the NGO Delegation to the UNAIDS PCB web site.
Deadline
Fill in the online application and submit all required documents by 16 August 2010, 18:00 Geneva Time.
You can contact the Communications Facility for additional information by emailing Natalie Siniora at pcbcf.nsiniora@gmail.com.
Office Manager/Executive Assistant
Type of Position: Full-Time
Salary: $35,000 – 45,000, based on experience
Work location: Westport, CT accessible by MetroNorth
General Purpose
The Office Manager and Executive Assistant will assist the Religious Institute in all aspects of its operation, including administrative tasks, office management, database management, web site, fundraising, conference and travel logistics, mailings, and program assistance.
Essential Duties
- 1.Serve as assistant to Executive Director.
- 2.Provide all administrative tasks for the office of the Religious Institute, including word processing, filing, handling incoming calls, mail and email, and general clerical assistance to staff.
- 3.Coordinate all office management needs, including supply orders, billing and payment cycles, petty cash, cleaning schedules, and equipment maintenance.
- 4.Maintain the Excel databases of the Religious Institute, including regular updating and campaigns for endorsers.
- 5.Assist in development and fundraising efforts, including preparation of final proposals and reports, direct mail letters, e-fundraisers, monthly e-newsletter, donor acknowledgements, and related tasks.
- 6.Manage events coordination, including travel and conference logistical support.
- 7.Provide research assistance for projects, newsletter preparation, website maintenance, and coordinate work with designers and printers.
- 8.Participate in project assistance as time permits.
- 9.Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Commitment to sexual justice issues
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Experience in not-for-profit agency in office-based job
- Previous office management experience highly desirable
Skills and Abilities
- 1.Ability to take initiative in setting priorities and capacity to work independently on multiple tasks.
- 2.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
- 3.Excellent oral communication, written communication, and research skills.
- 4.Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
- 5.Demonstrated use of MS Office programs, proficiency in Excel and Powerpoint, Internet search engines, and familiarity with web site maintenance.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to resumes@religiousinstitute.org.
Interactive Media Coordinator
The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force is seeking an innovative and well-versed candidate to serve as interactive media coordinator. The ideal candidate thrives on learning new technologies; stays current on new social media tools, best practices and how organizations and companies are using them; has expertise in the area of online engagement; and enjoys being a team player. This position will help establish the Task Force's approach to emerging and social media, and will be responsible for the development of interactive strategies that connect to broader communications plans. This person must be capable of developing results-driven programs based on a comprehensive knowledge of current and emerging interactive tools.
Reports To: Director of Communications
Location: New York City or Washington, D.C.
Primary Responsibilities
- Use existing online/interactive tools and platforms (e.g., Facebook, MySpace, blogs) to advance exposure of the Task Force to a broader online audience.
- Stay current on new social media tools so the Task Force can be an early adopter of these technologies.
- Develop and implement targeted, innovative media solutions consistent with communications strategies and goals.
- Coordinate blog posts, videos, podcasts, etc., to promote the Task Force and its mission.
- Make sure the Task Force is continually evaluating and revising online marketing/engagement strategies, including tools presently being used and emerging technologies, for optimization.
- Negotiate online media space.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in communications, e-marketing, marketing related course of study or equivalent education or experience.
- Two to five years previous online/interactive communications experience required.
- Experience in developing and delivering online content and proven track record in developing and executing new media outreach campaigns.
- Must be a versatile learner, adapting quickly when facing new problems and open to change.
- Must have a positive attitude and be a team player. Excellent interpersonal communication skills with ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Possess initiative and commitment to quality.
- Solid understanding of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) issues, and a commitment to attaining LGBT equality.
Compensation
Competitive salary and full benefits - health, dental and vision insurance; annual and sick leave; 403(b) plan with employer contributions.
Send cover letter and resume to HR@theTaskForce.org. Please enter Interactive Media Coordinator in the subject line.
The Task Force is an equal opportunity employer, with a strong commitment to a diverse, multicultural staff. Women, transgender people and people of color are especially encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit www.theTaskForce.org.
Church Justice Coordinator (Part-time)
Call To Action, a national progressive Catholic organization working for equality and justice, seeks an organized, energetic part-time (17.5 hours per week) Church Justice Organizer to coordinate Call To Action's JustChurch program (www.cta-usa.org/justchurch/). The JustChurch program brings to national attention local injustices and motivates grassroots efforts to bring about positive change.
The Church Justice Coordinator will put their grassroots community organizing skills and their Catholic knowledge to work to help Call To Action build a just and inclusive church.
The successful candidate will be committed to social justice, have grassroots and netroots organizing skills, have outstanding communication skills, be a team player, and prioritize tasks so that she/he may assist in media campaigns, create educational and action materials, and build relationships with other justice organizations.
This position will require some night and weekend work. While this position will involve periodic travel, the position will be based at Call To Action's Chicago office.
Send cover letter and resume to:
Call To Action
2135 W. Roscoe, Suite 1N
Chicago, IL 60618
Attn: Church Justice Coordinator Search
Or electronically to CTA@cta-usa.org (put Church Justice Coordinator Search in the subject line)
Review of applications will begin after July 26, 2010.
Anticipated start date: September 7, 2010.
People of color and women are strongly encouraged to apply.
**CTA is an Equal Opportunity employer. CTA makes decisions affecting employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual or effectual orientation, gender identity or orientation, martial status, national origin, age, handicap or disability, veteran's status and other factors not related to job performance. This includes decisions regarding all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, selection, training, promotion, transfer, performance appraisals, compensation, benefits, corrective action, and termination.**
