Capacity Building AmeriCorps VISTA, United Way of SE PA

Posted by on May 16, 2011

Capacity Building AmeriCorps VISTA, United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Posted on: May 4, 2011

CAPACITY BUILDING – 1 OPENING
AMERICORPS*VISTA (VOLUNTEERS IN SERVICE TO AMERICA)
Build capacity and infrastructure supports for Southeastern PA non-profits.

As nonprofit organizations play increasingly important roles in our society, it becomes even more critical for them to perform effectively. The Southeastern Pennsylvania nonprofit sector has demonstrated a growing interest in management practices and principles that will help them build high-performing organizations, rather than just strong programs. The primary responsibility of this VISTA position will be to support the implementation of capacity building initiatives to develop the infrastructure of nonprofits in the United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s (UWSEPA) region. These initiatives will focus on leadership development, outcomes measurement, and strategic partnership.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

•Drive and develop the United Way’s Nonprofit Board Leadership Institute initiative
•Assist in the development and management of the United Way’s Emerging Leaders program
•Support the collaboration of United Way’s initiatives targeting young professionals
•Help United Way become the go-to place in the region for nonprofits seeking information on Strategic Partnerships.
•Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

•Strong written and verbal communication skills.
•Strong computer and technology skills i.e. Microsoft Office.
•Strong Internet and researching skills;
•Ability to work in a fast paced environment;
•Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
•Ability to work with community and corporate partners, relationship-building, and networking.

This is a full-time 12-month term position. A three-day Pre-Service Orientation (PSO) will be held in Philadelphia in mid August with service starting immediately after. The work hours per week are 37.5, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This employment opportunity is an AmeriCorps*VISTA position, there is a monthly stipend of $949, educational grant of $5,350 and health benefits. The supervising employer will provide a SEPTA Pass.

Please send resumes to Mariah Casias at:
E-Mail: mcasias@uwsepa.org (Subject Line: VISTA Position)
Fax: 215-665-2531 (Attention: Mariah)
Deadline: 05/20/2011