The full advertise and details for submitting applications (not to me) are
available at
http://www.uct.ac.za/usr/about/intro/vacancies/researchpass/2012/EBE_ERC_CCM
_MAPS_SRO_RO_Jan12.doc

The contract positions are an ideal opportunity for established researchers
to contribute to the implementation of a three-year programme on Mitigation
Action Plans and Scenarios (MAPS) and the general work of the group on
mitigation and scenarios for low carbon development. For emerging
researchers, the opportunity is to build on their previous experience into
the area of climate change mitigation.

ERC is one of South Africa’s leading institutions involved in energy
research, employing about 25 people from a variety of backgrounds. The
Energy, Environment & Climate Change (EECC) group at ERC pursues excellence
in research at the intersection between energy, local environment and global
climate change.

Keep well,
Harald

Job Title: Jr Associate, Knowledge Sharing
Supervisors’ Title: Executive Vice President, Knowledge Sharing

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position located in Philadelphia, PA

Position Summary and Essential Functions
The primary responsibilities of this position are to assist other members of the Knowledge Sharing team in conducting quantitative and qualitative research on community development financial institutions (CDFI). The essential functions of the position are assisting with the following: implementation of online surveys and cleansing survey data; the production of charts and figures; responses to information requests from OFN staff as well as external parties; research on topics requested by Knowledge Sharing team members; and Membership applications and Member annual reviews.

About Opportunity Finance Network
Opportunity Finance Network is a national financial institution serving a national network of CDFIs. Opportunity Finance Network’s mission is to lead the community development finance system to scale through capital aggregation, policy, and capacity building. Opportunity Finance Network provides a range of services to the CDFI industry including financing, training, research and publications, and consulting services. For more information, visit www.opportunityfinance.net

Position Responsibilities
Assist with:
1. the implementation of online surveys, including the annual OFN Member Survey and the quarterly Market Conditions Survey.
2. cleansing survey data and tracking survey responses.
3. producing charts and figures for publishable reports including the annual Side by Side publication, OFN Member Peer Analyses, Inside the Membership, the Quarterly Market Conditions Report, and Membership reports.
4. responses to information requests from OFN staff as well as external parties.
5. research on topics requested by Knowledge Sharing team members.
6. other activities as requested by Knowledge Sharing team members.

Education and Experience
1. Associate’s Degree or 3-5 years work experience; Bachelor’s Degree a plus
2. 3 years experience in data analysis using Excel required
3. Experience in qualitative or quantitative research is highly beneficial
4. Experience or volunteer work in nonprofit or small office environment a plus

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements
1. Proficient with MS Office Suite, with advanced mastery of Excel and Powerpoint required .
2. Proficiency with online survey software such as Survey Monkey, Qualtrics and/or Salesforce a plus.
3. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.
4. Strong analytical skills required.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
6. Familiarity with financial statements, especially non-profit financial institutions’ financial statements, a plus.
7. Superior interpersonal skills and ability to work well with diverse constituents is required.
8. Knowledge of and commitment to community development is highly beneficial.
9. Ability to work independently or in team environment is required.
10. Ability to manage multiple tasks in effective and efficient manner required.
11. Limited travel required (<10%).
12. No extraordinary physical requirements beyond ability to travel.
13. Job involves normal physical requirements for an office position.

EOE/ADA compliant, Women and Minorities encouraged to apply.

Compensation commensurate with experience.

To apply: Send a letter of interest, resume and salary requirement to:
Search: Knowledge Sharing Jr. Associate
Opportunity Finance Network
620 Chestnut Street
Suite 572
Philadelphia, PA 19106

OR:

email to: resume_hr@opportunityfinance.net
Fax: 215-320-4357

Thanks,
Tammi
Tamara Frye, SPHR
Senior Associate, Human Resources
Opportunity Finance Network
P 215.320.4340
F 215.320.4357
tfrye@opportunityfinance.net
www.opportunityfinance.net
IMPACT. IT’S WHAT WE DO.
OPPORTUNITY FINANCE NETWORK CONFERENCE
NOVEMBER 14–17, 2011. MINNEAPOLIS HILTON, MN

Fresno CDFI is in the final stages of submitting for the charter of a new Community Development Credit Union to serve Fresno County, CA. We are looking for the right candidate to fill an Americorps*VISTA position that will work with Credit Union and Fresno CDFI staff to develop new programs and services. The position will initially be focused on developing financial literacy programs and marketing, and will grow into new areas of opportunity as the Credit Union is established.

QUALIFICATIONS
• 4 year degree in communications, finance or related field preferred.
• Fluent English. A second language is an advantage.
• Good organizational and communication skills, good judgment and strong interpersonal skills
• Empathy with the cause of credit unions and community development and commitment to supporting Fresno CDFI’s mission, vision, and values

PROGRAM BENEFITS
Living Allowance

Relocation Allowance

Training

Childcare assistance if eligible

Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Health Coverage

TO APPLY: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=42950

Questions can be directed to:
Jeremy Hofer
1900 Mariposa Mall, 100
Fresno CA 93721
(559) 263-1277
Jeremy.Hofer@fresnoeoc.org

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THE GREEN HOUSE® Project is a leader in the national culture change movement for the transformation of institutional long-term care. Built on the principles of the Eden Alternative, The Green House Project creates more meaningful lives for elders through changes in the philosophy of traditional skilled nursing care, organizational structure, and physical environment. In partnership with organizations, advocates and communities, The Green House Project team supports adopters in the development and ongoing sustainability of their Green House homes. Specifically, The Green House Project seeks to inspire the adoption of The Green House model; create a supportive policy and consumer environment, develop tools to support redevelopment of institutions’ physical, operational, and cultural environments; provide direct technical assistance to facilitate the construction, operation, and quality improvement of Green House projects; and implement an on-going, self-sustaining replication center.

The Green House Project Peer Network was established to support the growing community of developing and operating Green House homes. In collaboration with The Green House Project team, members of the Peer Network foster continued growth of the Green House model, share successful practices, and support one another. The Peer Network plays an integral role as an advocate and guardian of the Green House model in order to create sustainable transformation in long-term care. The Green House Peer Network (GHPN) seeks to create a forum where Green House adopters and experts in the field can work together to foster this continued growth, evolution, and health of the Green House model and mission. Guided by the Green House principles, the Network will create and focus on three core areas:

Information: Identifying successful practices and common challenges
Education: Providing on-going education resources to spread successful practices, resolve common challenges, build and maintain skills
Continuous Quality Improvement: Creating and implementing assessment and improvement resources to assure continued advances and that core GHP principles and practice are in place at each GH implementation.

Position Purpose:

The Peer Network Director supports the mission and vision of The Green House Project by building and maintaining a supportive relationship with and among members of the Peer Network. In recognizing the value of learning from existing project adopters, he or she works with the network to explore ways in which education, information, and accountability support project success. In collaboration with the other members of The Green House Project team, the Peer Network Director continues to develop a strategy for creating services and resources that ensure growth and sustainability of the Green House model.
The Peer Network Director will:

Lead The Green House Project team and adopters through an extensive exploration of the full scope of activities and services needed from a GHP Peer Network in the three identified core areas as well as other areas that surface.

Design and launch, with the GHP team, adopters, and experts, a Peer Network structure that can best meet the identified needs within existing and available resources.
Guide the creation of identified information, education, and quality activities and resources.

Build relationships with a broad variety of stakeholders to gather information to shape an effective structure of services and resources (15%)
Work with the GHP Director, GHP Team, Green House adopters, and experts to lead the creation and implementation of a strategic plan for the expansion of the Green House Peer Network that brings real value to project adopters and differentiates The Green House Project in the field (15%)
Collaborate with adopters and The Green House Project team to identify and evaluate strengths and challenges in the systems, process, and resources that influence project implementation and sustainability (15%)
Develop communication channels that provide ongoing feedback between adopters House Project team (15%)
Manage the GHP Peer Network and staff (15%)
Create and manage the creation of GHP Peer Network resources (15%)
Other tasks as assigned (10%)

Experience with community or association organizing and business development
Embraces coaching style of leadership to energize and activate a team
Experience with innovative and evolving programs
Interest and willingness to learn about the field of aging and culture change
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong experience with communications and relationship-building activities
Experience with creating professional educational programming
Moderate knowledge of Green House model and strong support of model components
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Excellent presentation and training skills

Word: High Proficiency
Power Point: High Proficiency
Web-based applications including Webinar apps: Moderate Proficiency (willingness to become highly proficient)

BA in related field, MA preferred

5-10 years’ experience in related field

All organizations, whether they are multinational corporations or local nonprofits, face a growing number of environmental challenges, from limiting carbon emissions to managing water resources. The M.S. in Sustainability Management is a highly specialized professional program that will formally train and educate sustainability practitioners for a broad range of fields.

The program is designed to meet the growing demand for sustainability managers and will train leaders to bridge the gap between the principle of sustainable development and its practice. Students in the program will learn sophisticated environmental measurement tools and cutting-edge environmental science to fully understand the systematic and organizational role of sustainability in any organization, as businesses in fields including law, financial management, media, pharmaceuticals, transportation, and energy seek out capable managers to guide their environmental stewardship. This program is ideal for practitioners and aspiring professionals working in organizational management, regulatory compliance, facilities operations, and environmental stewardship among many other areas.

The program, co-sponsored by Columbia University’s School of Continuing Education and the Earth Institute, is offered full-time or part-time to accommodate the schedules of working professionals.

Date: Thursday, March 24
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Faculty House, Columbia University’s Morningside Campus

To register for the information session, please go to:

https://register.applyyourself.com/?id=col-scems&pid=1953&eID=33681&rid=1.

Representatives from the program will be available to answer questions. The final deadline for applications to the Sustainability Management program for Fall 2011 is May 1. We look forward to seeing you at the information session.

Columbia now offers a Master of Science in Sustainability Management. The Master of Science in Sustainability Management, co-sponsored by the Earth Institute and the School of Continuing Education at Columbia University is ideal for professionals in the New York metropolitan area currently working on issues of facilities management, regulatory compliance, operations, and environmental stewardship. Join us for an information session on February 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Faculty House at Columbia University to learn more.

For information about the program AND to register to attend: http://ce.columbia.edu/Sustainability-Management

Download job description (pdf).

The Executive Director, in partnership with the Board of Directors and Program Directors, is responsible for the organizationʼs consistent achievement of its mission/goals and will also have day-to-day responsibility for program development and administration, communications, personnel, volunteers, and budget/accounting.

NASCO is a 501(c)3 nonprofit association of cooperatives in Canada and the U.S., which serves student and community-based organizations that embrace community and cooperative education. NASCO, founded in 1968, has grown to include several affiliated organizations, whose combined mission is to organize and educate affordable group-equity cooperatives and their members for the purpose of promoting a community-oriented cooperative movement. To this end, NASCO provides its member cooperatives with operational and asset management assistance, and supports the development of new cooperatives. NASCO teaches leadership skills, provides information, and serves as the central link facilitating the fruition of the cooperative vision within the group-equity sector. By strengthening our part of the co-op movement, we believe we can strengthen the future of cooperatives generally. You can visit NASCO and its family of organizations online at http://nasco.coop.

The ideal candidate will have:
• Degree from a 4-year college or University, or equivalent experience
• Experience working with co-operative communities, college students, and young adults
• Experience in fundraising and public relations
• Experience in non-profit/cooperative management, including accounting
• Experience working with a non-profit board of directors
• Experience with collaborative or consensus-based decision-making
• Familiarity with property management, real estate financing, or community development
In addition, the ideal candidate will have abilities to:
• Work with persons from diverse backgrounds
• Work with people of all sexual orientations and gender identities
• Work as a team member
• Effectively communicate in a variety of formats
• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs
• Proficiently operate computer software (word processing, site administration, database,
accounting) for use in a nonprofit setting

NASCO does not discriminate on any basis including sexual orientation, race, creed, color, religion, gender identification, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or familial status. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.

Email cover letter and resume by November 15, 2010 to: jobs[at]nasco.coop

Position Description
Position Title: Executive Director

Position Summary: Serves as central coordinating officer for the NASCO Family of organizations, with responsibility for fundraising, planning, administration, and management of for NASCOʼs day-today activities, personnel, and programs.

Reports to: NASCO Family Personnel Committee

Principal Functions and Responsibilities:
1. Carry out policies and instructions as developed by the NASCO Board of Directors and its affiliate
organizations.

2. Maintain professional standards and practices in all aspects of representation and service.

3. Follow and participate in executing and developing the Strategic and Fundraising plans, as
directed by the Personnel Committee and Boards of Directors.

4. In consultation with the Personnel Committee and appropriate Program Directors, the Executive Director shall:
• Plan and supervise the programs and activities of NASCO
• Manage the normal, day-to-day affairs of NASCO
• Provide or ensure sound accounting practices for the NASCO Family of organizations
• Administer Membership (recruitment, billing, membership card distribution, etc.)
• Identify, develop, and monitor sources of revenue for NASCO
• Develop and implement public relations efforts on behalf of NASCO

5. In partnership with Board members and Program Directors, act as a representative and spokesperson for NASCO to other cooperative or community organizations, the public, government agencies, education organizations and foundations on local, national, and international levels.

6. Coordinate personnel and volunteers for NASCO, emphasizing participatory management.

7. In consultation with the Program Directors and/or Board-appointed officers, assist in the preparation and financial reporting of NASCOʼs budgets.

8. Attend Board and other meetings, as required.

9. Supervise preparations for Annual General Meeting

10. Provide information to the Boards of Directors, as needed.

Position Requirements:
• Demonstrated commitment to professionalism
• Clear sense of commitment to the mission of NASCO
• Experience working with the co-operative community
• Previous experience (two years) in a leadership role with a cooperative or non-profit organization
• Experience managing a budget similar to that of NASCO (approximately $350,000) preferred
• Funding development experience including grant writing and donor solicitation
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Superior personnel and volunteer management skills
• Superior public relations skills, including public speaking and experience with media management

A link to this description can be found at: http://nasco.coop/node/83124

–
Tom Pierson
Executive Director
North American Students of Cooperation (NASCO)
Office: 773-404-2667
Fax: 773-404-2668
www.nasco.coop

JOB POSTING:  Senior Associate, Advisory Services                                       

Organizational Overview:  With seven offices throughout the US, Nonprofit Finance Fund (NFF) is working with both funders and nonprofit organizations nationwide to change the way nonprofits are financed.  The goal of this innovative thinking is to create a nonprofit sector that has the financial strength needed to provide excellent services to the community. 

NFF is bringing about this change by:

• Providing organizations with sustaining loans they might not be able to secure from other sources
• Sharing our long-term experience on healthy financial planning for nonprofits
• Advising nonprofits, through individual and group consultations, in areas of financial planning and management
• By advocating broadly to funders and their recipient organizations for an innovative approach to nonprofit financing

Since its founding in 1980, NFF has helped more than 8,000 nonprofits implement sustainable growth and thereby improve their capacity to serve their communities. Headquartered in New York City, NFF has a national staff of more than 60 in offices including Boston, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Detroit and San Francisco.

Position Summary: The Senior Associate will be responsible for the delivery of NFF’s full range of advisory services offerings.  As a critical member of a close-working and growing team of local and national professionals, the Senior Associate will be expected to manage a substantial portfolio of work, all while ensuring quality financial analysis, effective communication of key NFF messages, and client satisfaction. 

NFF’s Senior Associates have the opportunity to work directly with senior-level financial and strategic decision-makers at a wide range of nonprofits. These clients come to NFF for assistance in evaluating their financial health and assessing their readiness for change or growth.  Much of NFF’s direct client work is done through our signature consulting service, the Nonprofit Business Analysis (NBA). The NBA provides nonprofit senior management and board members with illumination and guidance on ways to better balance financial management with program priorities. Through the NBA process, nonprofit leaders gain a deeper understanding of their underlying business dynamics and capital needs. They become better equipped to plan and make decisions that improve their organization’s health and viability.

NFF Senior Associates will serve as lead NBA consultants, conducting rigorous analysis of nonprofit financial statements, communicating complex financial concepts to nonprofit leadership, and preparing and presenting reports with findings and recommendations to multiple nonprofit stakeholders, including funders and Boards of Directors. Senior Associates will also participate in the development and presentation of NFF’s menu of educational trainings, including workshops and clinics. They will be asked, at times, to work on or oversee special projects, including product development and improvement.

Senior Associates must be team players with a strong work ethic, exceptional interpersonal and analytical skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to balance multiple client engagements. NFF’s success relies upon its ability to operate as a “matrix” organization—organized both by geography and department. As such, the Senior Associate will be a core member of a regional team, working to fulfill NFF’s mission in that market, as well as an integral part of a national team of NBA providers dedicated to delivering a high quality product to clients throughout the country.  Regular travel throughout the western region will be required, although most can be accomplished through day trips.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as lead consultant for nonprofit clients, facilitating meetings and ongoing dialogue to assess business health and readiness to change or growth
• Develop and present reports with key insights and recommendations
• Oversee financial and organizational analysis, including sector research
• Co-present NFF workshops and other group trainings
• Assist in the development and quality assurance of Advisory Services product offerings
• Participate in or manage special programs/initiatives as the need arises
• Perform other duties as assigned

Essential Requirements for Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred in business, finance, public administration, or related field
• 4-6 years work experience, preferably in the fields of financial services or consulting

Specialized Knowledge/Beneficial Skills and Experience:

• Exceptional written and oral communications and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Demonstrated commitment to the nonprofit community and familiarity with nonprofit accounting
• Interest and ability to travel nationally, year round
• Strong time-management and multi-tasking abilities
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a close-knit group
• Flexible, creative, and patient individual with imagination, enthusiasm and a sense of humor
• Self-motivated and results-oriented with drive and initiative
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

To Apply: Please email your resume with a thoughtful cover letter stating how your background and qualifications meet the requirements of this position and how you heard about the position to  our search consultant, David Erickson-Pearson, at epdavid@earthlink.net.   You may also contact him with questions by phone at 303-703-6165.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

To learn more about NFF, please visit www.nonprofitfinancefund.org. Salaries are commensurate with experience and include an attractive benefits package.  NFF is an equal opportunity employer.

David Erickson-Pearson

8008 S. Madison Way

Centennial, CO  80122

303-703-6165

720-244-3943 (cell)

epdavid@earthlink.net

“Erickson-Pearson Search…..Finding mission-driven leaders”

Visit www.nhcdfa.org for more information

 The NH Community Development Finance Authority seeks an experienced Community Development Manager to oversee grant/loan-making and monitoring, assist in the evaluation of current programs and the development of new tools to help communities meet the needs of low- and moderate-income citizens.  Responsibilities will include management of the grant and/or loan-making process, supervision of portfolio management staff and preservation of strong relationships with community and community development organization stakeholders.

 Responsibilities:  Manage and evaluate the Community Development Block Grant grant-making and monitoring process.   Oversee implementation of a new loan program to finance energy efficiency upgrades for municipal buildings. Work with a senior portfolio manager to oversee Neighborhood Stabilization Program grants. Work with the portfolio management team to effectively deploy and monitor Community Development Tax Credit funding. Assist senior staff with the creation of other community development funding sources and activities. 

Education and Experience:  Three to five years of experience in the following:  implementing CDBG program; implementing and/or managing federal or state grant programs, tax credit programs, or other grant making programs; and managing community development, community based energy efficiency, and/or broadband infrastructure loan programs, or related double-bottom line loan or investment programs. Demonstrated skill in developing programs, evaluating program effectiveness and/or market position. Supervisory experience is desired.  Masters degree in Community Economic Development, Public Administration, Business Administration – Finance, or related degree is desired.  Experience can be substituted for educational requirements.

 Key Abilities: Excellent written/verbal communication, effective team leader, external stakeholder relations. 

 To apply: submit your resume and cover letter, including salary requirements with subject line: Community Development Manager to: jobs@nhcdfa.org; or mail to CDFA, ATTN: Community Development Manager, 14 Dixon Avenue, Suite 102, Concord, NH 03301 – by Friday October 16, 2009. 

 The CDFA is an equal opportunity employer.

 Ted Kuchinski

Chief Financial Officer

NH Community Development Finance Authority
14 Dixon Avenue, Suite 102 / Concord, NH  03301
Direct Phone Number:  603-717-9125
CDFA Main Phone: 603-226-2170 x125 / fax 603-226-2816
www.nhcdfa.org