ABOUT US: InnerCity Struggle (ICS) is a social justice, community-building, and membership driven organization based in Eastside of Los Angeles. ICS works with youth and families to promote safe, healthy and non-violent communities. We organize youth and families in Boyle Heights, unincorporated East Los Angeles, El Sereno and Lincoln Heights to work together for social and educational justice. Through high school established campus clubs called, United Students, we organize and engage high school youth and provide leadership development, cultural education, and academic services to, ultimately, empower young people as agents for systemic social change. The purpose for United Students is to build a student union of young people to work towards building power, ensure educational justice, up hold a student’s right to a quality education and creating campaigns to challenge the existing social and economic inequities in the current educational system.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The organizer would be responsible for effectively running and operating our youth clubs at (2) East Los Angeles high schools, which require advanced organizing skills to facilitate school-change campaigns. The ideal candidate would have previous experience developing popular education curriculum for youth, facilitating and coordinating youth leadership trainings and a track record of effective base building.
Key youth component responsibilities include:
Implement effective and efficient outreach strategies to engage youth and meet weekly goals at 2 school sites (i.e. Phone-Banking 6-8 hrs a week, conducting classroom presentation, coordinating lunch time outreach)
Coordinate student led high school-site campaigns at (2) high school campus’
Manage and coordinate weekly reports, evaluations and documentation of US activities
Develop and maintain relationship with school staff and other key allies
Develop relationships and maintain communication with parents/guardians of US members
Work with other US staff to coordinate US activities
Responsible for the development and training of core youth members to recruit, engage, and sustain the involvement of an active base of youth members in educational justice campaigns at their school
Travel for United Students related activities (retreats, advances, conferences, networking)
And other duties as identified by Youth Organizing Director
ICS is seeking a person who meets the following qualifications:
College Graduate who holds, at minimum, a Bachelor of Arts Degree- or related experience
Minimum 2 years experience in community or youth organizing in communities of color
The ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced, time sensitive environment
Track record of accomplishing goals and objectives individually and in a team atmosphere
Experience in developing program and communication materials
Effective and concise writing and communication skills
Ability to work effectively with school and district staff and officials Experience in grass-roots fundraising
Bilingual in Spanish- preferred
Microsoft Office Experience and Adobe Illustrator- emphasis on program material development, fliers and brochures
CA drivers license and access to an automobile helpful
Compensation
Salary will be determined based on experience.
Benefits Package includes dental and medical insurance
United Students Site Organizer (Full time position)
Send resume and cover letter to: Youth Organizing Department
2811 Whittier Blvd. Los Angeles CA 90023
Fax: 323-780-7608. Email: ics@innercitystruggle.org.
Deadline for accepting applications is September 3rd, 2010
Cover letter must address why you are interested in this position and what you would bring to the organization.
Friday, August 27, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Positions at CPAF
Center for Pacific Asian Families have a couple of positions open:
Emergency Shelter Program Associate
Grant Writer
You can access more information on their web site.
Emergency Shelter Program Associate
Grant Writer
You can access more information on their web site.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
LA City Councilmember Bill Rosendahl's Office
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Field Representative
Office of Los Angeles Councilman Bill Rosendahl
Los Angeles City Councilman Bill Rosendahl is looking for two field representatives to join his staff, serving the Westside of Los Angeles.
A City Council field representative represents the councilmember in various communities in the district, providing direct assistance to constituents, businesses, homeowners and tenant associations, and neighborhood councils. The Field Deputy also serves as liaisonbetween constituents and city departments for various policies and projects.
The ideal candidates will have: a passion for the community; a background in community organizing or working with community groups;demonstrated problem-solving and consensus-building skills; excellent communication and community-relations skills; a talent for multi-tasking; and an ability to work well as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of or background in government, especially Los Angeles City government, is a plus. Fluency in Spanish is required for one of the positions.
The positions will be based in the councilman’s field office on the Westside, and will report directly to the district director.
Responsibilities will include:
Attending meetings of local government and community groups, speaking on behalf of the Councilman, and reporting back with recommendations for action on issues of importance to the district.
Tracking district priorities as identified by the Councilman, recommending strategies for achieving those priorities, and executing
a plan. Identifying, planning, and coordinating community events for the Councilman, including advancing the event site and writing event memorandums, talking points, and preparing background information.
Maintaining an awareness and involvement in district affairs and issues, reporting to the Councilman and other staff as appropriate.
Interacting productively with people of diverse backgrounds and situations. Community organizing, specifically in the 11th District’s Latino neighborhoods.
The selected candidates must be willing to work non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends, and perform tasks outside of their primary work assignments as needed to accomplish the Councilmember’s goals.
The positions are full-time and exempt from civil service. One position is available immediately; the other begins in the fall.
Salary: $40-50K, depending on experience. Excellent benefit package.
Please FAX or EMAIL a cover letter and a resume to:
Mike Bonin, Chief of Staff
Office of Councilman Bill Rosendahl
Attn: Dela Jimenez
Fax: (213) 473-6926
Email: dela.jimenez@lacity.org
Field Representative
Office of Los Angeles Councilman Bill Rosendahl
Los Angeles City Councilman Bill Rosendahl is looking for two field representatives to join his staff, serving the Westside of Los Angeles.
A City Council field representative represents the councilmember in various communities in the district, providing direct assistance to constituents, businesses, homeowners and tenant associations, and neighborhood councils. The Field Deputy also serves as liaisonbetween constituents and city departments for various policies and projects.
The ideal candidates will have: a passion for the community; a background in community organizing or working with community groups;demonstrated problem-solving and consensus-building skills; excellent communication and community-relations skills; a talent for multi-tasking; and an ability to work well as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of or background in government, especially Los Angeles City government, is a plus. Fluency in Spanish is required for one of the positions.
The positions will be based in the councilman’s field office on the Westside, and will report directly to the district director.
Responsibilities will include:
Attending meetings of local government and community groups, speaking on behalf of the Councilman, and reporting back with recommendations for action on issues of importance to the district.
Tracking district priorities as identified by the Councilman, recommending strategies for achieving those priorities, and executing
a plan. Identifying, planning, and coordinating community events for the Councilman, including advancing the event site and writing event memorandums, talking points, and preparing background information.
Maintaining an awareness and involvement in district affairs and issues, reporting to the Councilman and other staff as appropriate.
Interacting productively with people of diverse backgrounds and situations. Community organizing, specifically in the 11th District’s Latino neighborhoods.
The selected candidates must be willing to work non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends, and perform tasks outside of their primary work assignments as needed to accomplish the Councilmember’s goals.
The positions are full-time and exempt from civil service. One position is available immediately; the other begins in the fall.
Salary: $40-50K, depending on experience. Excellent benefit package.
Please FAX or EMAIL a cover letter and a resume to:
Mike Bonin, Chief of Staff
Office of Councilman Bill Rosendahl
Attn: Dela Jimenez
Fax: (213) 473-6926
Email: dela.jimenez@lacity.org
Thursday, July 29, 2010
First 5 LA
NEWEST EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT FIRST 5 LA
Director
Policy Department
Fulltime Regular / Exempt
Salary Range: $3846.15 - $5384.62, payable bi-weekly
Policy Analyst III
Policy Department
Fulltime Regular / Exempt
Salary Range: $2692.31 - $3769.23, payable bi-weekly
Policy Analyst II
Policy Department
Fulltime Regular / Exempt
Salary Range: $2307.69 - $3269.23, payable bi-weekly
If you have any friends or colleagues who would be interested in applying for these positions,
please direct them to the Employment page of the First 5 LA Website
or forward this email to them.
www.first5la.org
Director
Policy Department
Fulltime Regular / Exempt
Salary Range: $3846.15 - $5384.62, payable bi-weekly
Policy Analyst III
Policy Department
Fulltime Regular / Exempt
Salary Range: $2692.31 - $3769.23, payable bi-weekly
Policy Analyst II
Policy Department
Fulltime Regular / Exempt
Salary Range: $2307.69 - $3269.23, payable bi-weekly
If you have any friends or colleagues who would be interested in applying for these positions,
please direct them to the Employment page of the First 5 LA Website
or forward this email to them.
www.first5la.org
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship Position
Program Director
Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship
Los Angeles, California
Organization Background
NFTE, the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, is a nonprofit organization with global headquarters based in New York City. The NFTE Greater Los Angeles Program Office is seeking a Program Director to oversee entrepreneurship education programs for young people from low-income communities. For more information about NFTE, visit www.nfte.com.
In Los Angeles, NFTE currently works with 25+ teachers and youth development professionals to reach 1,000 middle school and high school students with our in-depth, award-winning entrepreneurship program. Students participate in a 50 hour minimum NFTE curriculum (led by a NFTE Teacher and overseen by a NFTE Program Director) either as a class during the school day, as an out-of-school-time program, or as a summer immersion program.
Position Summary
The NFTE Greater Los Angeles Program Director is responsible for supporting and developing our roster of 25+ active NFTE Teachers and developing and delivering programs and events to benefit the teachers and students enrolled in the NFTE program. The Program Director will work in tandem with NFTE staff locally and nationally to introduce curriculum, troubleshoot program implementation, recruit new teachers & schools, organize classroom events (guest speakers, volunteer business plan coaches & judges), create large-scale business plan competition events and develop and further local relationships and partnerships to benefit our program goals.
Program Director Responsibilities
Teacher Support and Professional Development
The Program Director is responsible for all aspects of program implementation:
* Work with program site’s administration to ensure program support
* Organize and host monthly teacher training & professional development opportunities to maintain high teacher retention and satisfaction
* Conduct frequent school site visits
* Provide individual teacher support via in-person, phone and email consultation
* Collaborate on developing the teacher mentoring/posse program
* Conduct outreach and maintain communication with new teacher candidates
* Analyze student outcomes and teacher performance while implementing initiatives to improve program and teacher performance
* Build connections and community among our active teachers
Program Implementation
The Program Director serves as the ‘face of NFTE’ to current students enrolled in the program through school site visits and presentations to all enrolled students:
* Collaborate with teachers on scheduling field trips, guest speakers, business plan coaches and judges to work with students
* Communicate with NFTE program graduates to develop on-going alumni supports and opportunities
* Launch ‘farm team’ by organizing coaching and mentoring opportunities for top students pursuing their businesses
* Manage three levels of business plan competitions: (1) classroom (2) semi-final (3) regional and ensure quality and consistency amongst each of the levels
* Provide program updates at evening board meetings, volunteer recruitment and training events, and meetings with strategic partners
Administrative Responsibilities
The Program Director will:
* Track program and evaluation data and keep teachers informed of their progress
* Document qualitative and quantitative program features for reporting and development purposes
* Input and monitor data through our online system (TEAMS)
* Serve as tech support to teachers as they learn and utilize TEAMS
* Process teacher and student fund requests
* Participate with national program initiatives and represent the Los Angeles office in program and alumni related collaborations and best practice sharing with other NFTE offices
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree required; an advanced degree in business, education or social welfare is preferred
* A minimum of two years’ experience working with Los Angeles youth or within Los Angeles schools is strongly preferred
* Must be able to work independently and collaboratively, display strong leadership and organizational skills, and be able to manage multiple projects
* Strengths in strategic planning and implementation
* Knowledge of business concepts
* Familiarity with CRM databases
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license required, as Program Director is frequently at school sites and regularly visiting with multiple teachers each week. Mileage reimbursement provided.
The Program Director position is full-time and reports to the Executive Director.
Salary: Competitive. Comprehensive benefits.
NFTE is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages women and underrepresented minorities to apply.
Application Instructions
Please send cover letter, resume and writing sample to hr@nfte.com
Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship
Los Angeles, California
Organization Background
NFTE, the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, is a nonprofit organization with global headquarters based in New York City. The NFTE Greater Los Angeles Program Office is seeking a Program Director to oversee entrepreneurship education programs for young people from low-income communities. For more information about NFTE, visit www.nfte.com.
In Los Angeles, NFTE currently works with 25+ teachers and youth development professionals to reach 1,000 middle school and high school students with our in-depth, award-winning entrepreneurship program. Students participate in a 50 hour minimum NFTE curriculum (led by a NFTE Teacher and overseen by a NFTE Program Director) either as a class during the school day, as an out-of-school-time program, or as a summer immersion program.
Position Summary
The NFTE Greater Los Angeles Program Director is responsible for supporting and developing our roster of 25+ active NFTE Teachers and developing and delivering programs and events to benefit the teachers and students enrolled in the NFTE program. The Program Director will work in tandem with NFTE staff locally and nationally to introduce curriculum, troubleshoot program implementation, recruit new teachers & schools, organize classroom events (guest speakers, volunteer business plan coaches & judges), create large-scale business plan competition events and develop and further local relationships and partnerships to benefit our program goals.
Program Director Responsibilities
Teacher Support and Professional Development
The Program Director is responsible for all aspects of program implementation:
* Work with program site’s administration to ensure program support
* Organize and host monthly teacher training & professional development opportunities to maintain high teacher retention and satisfaction
* Conduct frequent school site visits
* Provide individual teacher support via in-person, phone and email consultation
* Collaborate on developing the teacher mentoring/posse program
* Conduct outreach and maintain communication with new teacher candidates
* Analyze student outcomes and teacher performance while implementing initiatives to improve program and teacher performance
* Build connections and community among our active teachers
Program Implementation
The Program Director serves as the ‘face of NFTE’ to current students enrolled in the program through school site visits and presentations to all enrolled students:
* Collaborate with teachers on scheduling field trips, guest speakers, business plan coaches and judges to work with students
* Communicate with NFTE program graduates to develop on-going alumni supports and opportunities
* Launch ‘farm team’ by organizing coaching and mentoring opportunities for top students pursuing their businesses
* Manage three levels of business plan competitions: (1) classroom (2) semi-final (3) regional and ensure quality and consistency amongst each of the levels
* Provide program updates at evening board meetings, volunteer recruitment and training events, and meetings with strategic partners
Administrative Responsibilities
The Program Director will:
* Track program and evaluation data and keep teachers informed of their progress
* Document qualitative and quantitative program features for reporting and development purposes
* Input and monitor data through our online system (TEAMS)
* Serve as tech support to teachers as they learn and utilize TEAMS
* Process teacher and student fund requests
* Participate with national program initiatives and represent the Los Angeles office in program and alumni related collaborations and best practice sharing with other NFTE offices
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree required; an advanced degree in business, education or social welfare is preferred
* A minimum of two years’ experience working with Los Angeles youth or within Los Angeles schools is strongly preferred
* Must be able to work independently and collaboratively, display strong leadership and organizational skills, and be able to manage multiple projects
* Strengths in strategic planning and implementation
* Knowledge of business concepts
* Familiarity with CRM databases
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license required, as Program Director is frequently at school sites and regularly visiting with multiple teachers each week. Mileage reimbursement provided.
The Program Director position is full-time and reports to the Executive Director.
Salary: Competitive. Comprehensive benefits.
NFTE is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages women and underrepresented minorities to apply.
Application Instructions
Please send cover letter, resume and writing sample to hr@nfte.com
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