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Assistant to the Director

This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in nonprofit administration and fundraising. The primary responsibilities of the position are to directly support all aspects of the site director’s daily duties including general office management, organizing calendar and travel, generating reports, managing petty cash, event planning, working with donors and various other constituent groups, and assisting with major projects and program operations. The assistant also works to support the site’s fundraising operations. Those responsibilities include database management, event coordination and logistical support, mailings, research, grant writing and other general development administrative duties. The assistant reports to the site director.

Qualities/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Database management and administrative background required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Outlook, database management, internet research, e-mail and basic computer skills are required
• Knowledge of Access, InDesign, and Raiser’s Edge software a plus
• Excellent demonstrated skills in writing, communication and time management
• Ability to organize, manage and complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Superb interpersonal relationship skills with many different constituents
• Self-motivated, hardworking, independent and enthusiastic
• Deadline and detail oriented
• At least one year professional experience preferred
• Bi-lingual a plus
• Demonstrated belief in Posse’s mission and values

To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to:

Mike McHugh, Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer
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14 Wall Street, 8A-60
New York, NY 10005
Fax: (212) 405-1697

Deadline for submission of application is December 6, 2013.
no phone calls please

Trainer

The role of the Posse trainer is to help recruit, train, support, encourage and maintain contact with Posse Scholars. The Posse trainer works with Scholars beginning in their senior year of high school and continuing to their graduation from the partner college or university. The Posse trainer works with Scholars both on an individual basis and in groups. The Posse Trainer reports to a Program Director of Posse Chicago and will work in close collaboration with a partner Trainer.

• Raise awareness of Posse program at high schools and community-based organizations through personal contact with college counselors, principals, program directors and other staff
• Assist in recruitment of students for the Posse program
• Serve as a resource for candidates throughout the recruitment process
• Help organize and deliver recruitment, assessment and selection activities
• Select Posse Scholars, in collaboration with partner college and university officials
• Plan, facilitate and evaluate workshops, summer retreats, and other activities for up to three Posses during the eight-month, pre-college training program
• Assist writing coaches in planning, implementation and assessment of writing program
• Develop and maintain relationships with Posse Scholars at up to three partner colleges and universities through regular campus visits, telephone calls, email and other correspondence
• Develop and maintain relationships with Posse Mentors at up to three partner colleges and universities, participate in Mentor training, communicate regularly with Mentors by phone and email throughout academic year
• Assist with designing and producing newsletters, publications, and programming materials.
• Maintain relationships with staff, administrators and faculty at partner colleges and universities
• Plan, facilitate and evaluate annual Posse Plus Retreats at partner colleges and universities
• Plan and attend graduation ceremonies at partner colleges and universities

Qualities/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience working with youth; facilitation experience; counseling experience; and two years previous work experience desired
• Experience working one-on-one with high school and college aged students
• Excellent demonstrated skills in writing, communication, presentation and time management
• Ability to organize, manage, prioritize and complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to relate to and interact with high-school and college-aged participants from diverse backgrounds
• Must be enthusiastic, possess a strong work ethic, be able to work independently and as part of a team, and serve as a positive role model for Posse Scholars and staff
• Knowledge of Chicago public high schools
• Willing and able to travel throughout year (current driver’s license strongly preferred)
• Computer skills (MS Word and Excel, internet research, email, etc.)
• Demonstrated belief in Posse’s mission and values

To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to:

Jessica Harless, Program Director
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Deadline for submission of application is December 6, 2013.
no phone calls please

Posse Miami

Career Program Manager

The Career Program Manager leads Posse’s Career Program in Miami. The mission of the Career Program is to help Posse Scholars transition from being leaders on campus to become leaders in the workforce. Career Program Managers focus on three key responsibilities: (1) Developing and leading exciting, career-enhancing programming (e.g. workshops and special events), internships, and job opportunities; (2) Collaborating with the Director and development staff to create, implement, and manage strategies to cultivate career partnerships; and (3) Providing career development services to students and Alumni, including job search support, skill building, and ongoing career guidance. As the site’s leader for career programming and part of the local management team, a Career Program Manager supports other Posse programming as needed in collaboration with the Program Directors; and regularly collects data and reports on career services and outcomes. The Career Program Manager is also a part of the National Career and Alumni Programs team and, as such, is responsible for working with national staff to coordinate the delivery of high quality programming for Scholars and Alumni. The Career Program Manager will travel to up to six partner universities annually. S/he will be responsible for maintaining close relationships with Scholars, Alumni, program partners, and directors of university career centers.

Qualities/Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree required
• Experience with youth is a plus
• Experience with corporate settings is a plus
• Ability to work well with both College students and corporate representatives
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Able to work independently and with a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated; Self-starter
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Decisive
• Strong time-management skills
• Good writing and communication skills
• Willingness to travel
• Graduate degree a plus
• Demonstrated belief in Posse’s mission and values

To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to:

Nadine Dalrymple, Director of Posse Miami
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The Posse Foundation
1101 Brickell Avenue, Suite 1000N
Miami, Fl 33131
Attn: Nadine Dalrymple

Deadline for submission of application is Thursday, December 12, 2013.
no phone calls please

The Posse Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

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