The 16th Annual Nonprofit Conference on Sustainability Strategies, "Philanthropy & Fundraising in a Changing World: Voluntary Action for the Common Good," will take place December 4-5, at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix. Scheduled workshop content includes:

• National Trends Every Nonprofit Should Know
• Effective Board Governance Models
• Fundraising in Social Networks
• Next Generation Philanthropy
• Donor Development

And more! An updated agenda, complete with workshop descriptions, has been added to the Conference Web page!

Don't miss nationally-recognized speakers, Janice Gow Pettey, author of the book Cultivating Diversity in Fundraising and Heather McLeod Grant, author of the book Forces For Good: The Six Practices of High-Impact Nonprofits.

And don't forget to register for one of these great pre-conference workshops:

• Principles of Effectiveness for Nonprofit Organizations
• Surviving Economic Times as a Small Nonprofit
• What Do Foundations Want? Encouraging Grants—for Operations and Beyond

Click here to register now!

Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500 or nonprofit@asu.edu.

NEW THIS YEAR!
Senior-level track for nonprofit professionals with over 10 years of experience: “Leadership Challenges for Today and Tomorrow”

As a cohort, you and other experienced nonprofit executives will discuss challenges, best practices and ideas surrounding three thematic areas:

• Why is it so difficult to become fully diverse?
• What are the costs of not fully developing your people?
• The economy: threat or opportunity?

At no extra cost, get all the benefits of attending the conference through keynote addresses, session breaks and panels, in addition to the opportunity to contribute to a paper with senior level colleagues on leadership challenges. Just check the senior level track box when registering!

Did you know that over 300 people attended the ASU Lodestar Center’s nonprofit conference last year? Expose your organization to hundreds MORE people by purchasing an exhibitor table for this year’s conference, December 4-5! The nonprofit rate is only $250 for two days of exhibiting! Click here to download the exhibitor form (page 3), and return to the ASU Lodestar Center today! Questions? Call the Center at 602-496-0500 or e-mail nonprofit@asu.edu.

Leadership & Ethics (NMI 105)
November 7 – 8: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday.

Learn to implement principles and practices of effective leadership in the nonprofit sector including lobbying, empowering staff and volunteers and tracking emerging trends. Examine ethical challenges in nonprofit leadership.

Managing Volunteer Effectiveness (NMI 109)
November 14 – 15: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday.

Learn techniques in managing volunteers from recruitment through effective utilization within the nonprofit organization. Also examine creative recruitment, supervision, training, liabilities and budgeting for volunteer expenses and staff.

Social Entrepreneurship (NMI 121)
November 21 – 22: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day.

This course will provide an overview of issues surrounding Social Entrepreneurship and social enterprise businesses. Areas covered include: Recognizing Opportunity and Alternative Revenue Models, Organizational Structures and Nontraditional Funding, Planning-Comparisons/Contrasts to for-profit businesses, partnerships and collaboration, and successful scaling.

Diversity Strategies for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 119)
December 12 – 13: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. each day.

Understand diversity as a critical business strategy that helps nonprofit organizations maximize their mission. Learn to identify layers of diversity within the organization. Explore one’s comfort level working with others who are different than oneself and learn why this knowledge is critical. Learn to develop strategies for managing in a culturally diverse organization. Learn to identify and recognize stereotypes of colleagues and to develop an action plan to challenge those beliefs.

Effective Board Governance in Modern Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 111)
December 19 – 20: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday.

This course provides a comprehensive review of contemporary board governance issues, alternatives, and recommendations. The course will include nonprofit organization success factors, board imperatives, board organization, board development, board-staff relationships, strategic planning, board financial management concerns, manpower and financial resource development, and stakeholder liaisons.

Effective Supervision (NMI 104)
January 9 – 10: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day

New supervisors and those seeking enhancement of supervisory effectiveness will gain insight on being an effective supervisor based on self-assessment and practical skill development. Review employment laws, behaviorally based interviewing, performance management, coaching and counseling, confident delegation, and employee recognition and retention strategies.

Results-Oriented Program Evaluation (NMI 108)
January 12 - February 2 (Online Course)

In today’s environment of shrinking resources, growing demand, and competing priorities, a manager needs information in order to make sound decisions about where and how to focus resources to achieve desired results consistent with the agency’s purpose. This class covers the design and implementation of a results oriented program evaluation system that produces valid, credible and useful information.

All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Organizational Leadership Award:
For chief professional officers whose outstanding leadership has resulted in major accomplishments for their nonprofit organization during a twelve month period between October, 2007 through December, 2008.

Community Partnership Award:
For chief professional officers who have played a lead role in developing partnerships or collaborations that continue to make a significant community impact.

Innovation Award:
For chief professional officers who have led the development of different and more effective ways of addressing a community problem or delivering services to the community during a twelve month period between October, 2007 through December, 2008.

Leader of Distinction Award:
For executives with ten or more consecutive years of experience as chief professional officer of a Maricopa County nonprofit. This executive has exhibited qualities of an outstanding leader for a sustained period of time.

ONE membership is NOT required to be eligible. Nominations must be submitted online through ONE’s Web site, http://www.oneaz.org, and be received between October 14 and December 5, at 5 p.m.

Please visit http://www.oneaz.org, for additional information, eligibility requirements and to nominate. E-mail one-admin@oneaz.org, or call 602-264-8578 with questions.

The Hon Kachina Council is conducting its annual statewide search for outstanding volunteers whose contributions qualify them to be nominated for the well-known Hon Kachina Volunteer Award. If you know of someone, high school age or older, who has dedicated their time and resources to causes that include health care, neighborhood revitalization, youth and senior activities, the arts, education, food banks and nutrition services, justice, or housing and social services, please nominate them for a 2009 award. The recipients will be honored at an exclusive awards presentation in September at Camelback Inn, a J. W. Marriott Resort 7 Spa. Each winner will receive the coveted hand-carved Hon Kachina doll, the most powerful healing Kachina in the Hopi culture, plus a cash award for their nonprofit organization.

To receive nomination forms visit http://www.honkachina.org and either complete the form online or print it out and mail it. All entries must be dated no later than January 30, 2009.

Nonprofits and Foundations are under increased scrutiny these days from Congress, the IRS, state and local officials, the media, and even members of the general public. The common threat running through all of this scrutiny is a concern for organizational accountability and transparency. The focus of this program will be on addressing the range of policies and procedures that all nonprofits should have in place to ensure that they pursue the highest standards for accountability and transparency. Ellis Carter of Fennemore Craig, P.C. will lead this discussion. Open to Nonprofits!

Date/Time: November 20, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Cost: Free to AGF Members, $25 for non-members.
For more information, go to http://www.azgrantmakers.org.

Learn a tested system to identify and cultivate donors who love your mission—donors who will give for operations, capital, and endowment. Find out how to grow your organization’s visibility in the community and engage your board in the fundraising process without requiring that they ask for money. This entry level workshop is designed for board members, executive directors, CEOs, and fund development professionals. By the end of this seminar you will have the fundamentals to embark on the path to sustainability and growing your major gifts programs year after year. If you are unable to attend this session, please visit their Introductory Sessions Web page at benevon.com/introductions/default for information about conference call opportunities and other live, in-person sessions in your area.

Presenter: Marcy McNeal
Date: Thursday, November 20th
Time: 5:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Tempe Mission Palms Hotel: 60 E. 5th St, Tempe, AZ 85281
Cost : No Fee to Attend
To register: Go to http://sforce.benevon.com/intros/southwest.htm and fill out the registration form. RSVP required! Space is limited.
Questions: Contact Jan Slack at 206-428-2156 or jan.slack@benevon.com.

The Grant Writing Training Foundation presents: “How to Find Grants 101, or Where's the Money?” This session is designed to give all levels of grant seekers a detailed overview of how to use the Internet to locate grant funding opportunities. The presenter, Dr. Bev Browning, also provides session attendees with a realistic look at funding trends for conference-specific projects and programs. Subscription and free resource Web sites will be reviewed; URLs are given and an overview of what each Web site offers is included in the presentation. Potential grant seekers will be taught, through this session, how to aggressively locate critically needed grant funding opportunities, AND, most importantly, how to stay on top of the grant seeking game!

Date/Time: November 21 - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: University of Phoenix West Valley Learning Center, 9520 W. Palm Lane, Phoenix, Arizona.
Go to: www.grantwritingbootcamp.us. Click on Phoenix Metro Area, Nov 08 to download site directions and registration form.
Questions, call Dr. Bev at 480-768-7400.

Social Entrepreneurship (NMI 121)
November 21 – 22: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day.

This course will provide an overview of issues surrounding Social Entrepreneurship and social enterprise businesses. Areas covered include: Recognizing Opportunity and Alternative Revenue Models, Organizational Structures and Nontraditional Funding, Planning-Comparisons/Contrasts to for-profit businesses, partnerships and collaboration, and successful scaling.

Location: The Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

The Arizona Community Foundation invites you to join its programs department for ACF Basics, a free workshop outlining the ACF grantmaking process. This ongoing seminar is intended to familiarize nonprofit organizations with ACF’s grantmaking procedures, and will provide valuable information about ACF’s initiatives and funding opportunities. This informal and interactive workshop will cover several topics, including: Funding priorities; Grant cycles; Eligibility requirements; Components of ACF's online grant application; and The grant application review process. All nonprofit organizations interested in applying for ACF funding are invited to attend this workshop.

Date/Time: Held on the fourth Wednesday of every month, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Upcoming sessions include: October 22; November 26; and January 28, 2009.
Location: Arizona Community Foundation, 2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 202, Phoenix, AZ 85016.

Do you have questions about the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits? Do you wonder what they do? Are you a member already, but need more information about their programs and benefits? "Walk through" the Alliance during this 30-minute Webinar. Alliance staff will answer your questions and connect you to the knowledge you need. Don't fear the technology - if you have a telephone and an Internet connection that you can use at the same time, you have all the technology you need for this session. No software downloads, no training required.

Date/Time: December 2, 10 - 10:30 a.m.
Location: Online
Cost: Free
For more information: http://www.arizonanonprofits.org/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=132

The Grant Writing Training Foundation and the Homeland Defense Journal announce a two-day Grant Writing Boot Camp program in Scottsdale on December 2 & 3. Dr. Bev Browning, author of Grant Writing For Dummies, will lead the comprehensive hands-on boot camp, which will cover everything from learning grants-related terminology, to learning how to conduct funding searches, to actually writing the critical, high point review sections of a sure to win grant application/proposal. Bring real project ideas and supporting documentation and complete 95% of your proposal narrative onsite! Laptops are welcome!

Go to: http://www.homelanddefensejournal.com/hdl/grant-writing-boot-camp.html to register. Please indicate that you heard about this from Dr. Bev Browning. Local information, Call Dr. Bev at 480-768-7400.

Don't miss it! The 16th Annual Nonprofit Conference on Sustainability Strategies, "Philanthropy & Fundraising in a Changing World: Voluntary Action for the Common Good," will take place December 4-5, at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix. Scheduled workshop content includes:

• National Trends Every Nonprofit Should Know
• Effective Board Governance Models
• Fundraising in Social Networks
• Next Generation Philanthropy
• Donor Development

And more! An updated agenda, complete with workshop descriptions, has been added to the Conference Web page!

Don't miss nationally-recognized speakers, Janice Gow Pettey, author of the book Cultivating Diversity in Fundraising and Heather McLeod Grant, author of the book Forces For Good: The Six Practices of High-Impact Nonprofits.

And don't forget to register for one of these great pre-conference workshops:

• Principles of Effectiveness for Nonprofit Organizations
• Surviving Economic Times as a Small Nonprofit
• What Do Foundations Want? Encouraging Grants—for Operations and Beyond

Click here to register now!

Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500 or nonprofit@asu.edu.

NEW THIS YEAR!
Senior-level track for nonprofit professionals with over 10 years of experience: “Leadership Challenges for Today and Tomorrow”

As a cohort, you and other experienced nonprofit executives will discuss challenges, best practices and ideas surrounding three thematic areas:

• Why is it so difficult to become fully diverse?
• What are the costs of not fully developing your people?
• The economy: threat or opportunity?

At no extra cost, get all the benefits of attending the conference through keynote addresses, session breaks and panels, in addition to the opportunity to contribute to a paper with senior level colleagues on leadership challenges. Just check the senior level track box when registering!

This forum connects grant seekers from nonprofits with funders to learn about opportunities for partnership. The Alliance is proud to partner with the Arizona Grantmakers Forum, JUST GRANTS! Arizona, the American Association of Grant Professionals, AZ Chapter, and The National Bank of Arizona Conference Center to connect you to funding partners in our community. The Valley Grants Forum is held four times each year – twice in the fall and twice in the spring. For 12 years, this session has been one of the premier opportunities for nonprofits and funders to learn from one another.

“Nonprofit Leadership from Good to Great” draws from leadership expert Jim Collins and examines how leaders in the nonprofit sector can build a framework of greatness. The program addresses the specific challenges nonprofit leaders face every day, including: Creating a vision of what it means to be a great leader maximizing good to great principles that create outputs of great nonprofit organizations applying Level Five Leadership principles aligning decisions and results to vision, mission and values creating a strategic link between the mission and the goals of the organization connecting the work of the team to the organizations economic engine addressing peoples full contributions, passions and capabilities confronting the brutal facts to get from good to great.

The Alliance is proud to partner with the Organization for Nonprofit Executives (ONE) to offer this workshop to nonprofit leaders. The workshop will be conducted by Rosemary Delgado, a leadership consultant and certified professional coach. Rosemary has a variety of business, organizational development, training and human resources experience in the private sector and government. Her specialty areas are leadership development, team coaching, and talent management for individuals, teams and organizations that address personal and professional development and business strategies. In addition to learning about these leadership strategies, workshop participants will receive copies of: Daring to Lead 2006, a national study identifying challenges facing nonprofit leaders; and Good to Great for the Social Sector, by Jim Collins, focused on success criteria for effective nonprofits.

Fee: $45; $25 for Members of the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits or the Organization for Nonprofit Executives. LOCATION TO BE DETERMINED.

Register now!: http://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS

The Tucson Police Department and Grant Writing USA will present a two-day grant management workshop in Tucson, December 11-12. If your agency receives, or plans to receive, government grants, this class is for you. Federal pass-through grant managers and staff are also encouraged to attend. Tuition is $595 and includes Grant Writing USA’s 450-page grant management workbook and reference guide. Tuition payment is not required at the time of enrollment.

For more information: please call 800-814-8191, or visit http://grantwritingusa.com/events/manage/tuaz1208m.html.

Diversity Strategies for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 119)
December 12 – 13: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. each day.

Understand diversity as a critical business strategy that helps nonprofit organizations maximize their mission. Learn to identify layers of diversity within the organization. Explore one’s comfort level working with others who are different than oneself and learn why this knowledge is critical. Learn to develop strategies for managing in a culturally diverse organization. Learn to identify and recognize stereotypes of colleagues and to develop an action plan to challenge those beliefs.

Location: The Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

• The dynamics of power;
• Relationships;
• Telling the story and effective advocacy communication;
• The role of the citizen advocate and voting constituent, including “how to” techniques like successful letter writing and visits with policy makers;
• A list of lobbying do’s and don’ts;
• The importance of joining together with others in advocacy;

The knowledge and skills learned are applicable to all public policy and legislative issues.

About the Presenter: Timothy J. Schmaltz is the PAFCO Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer of Protecting Arizona’s Family Coalition, a historic, diverse, nonpartisan alliance of social services, health, community service agencies, advocacy groups, citizen advocacy, and faith-based associations. Hundreds of social, health, and community services agencies, human services groups, citizen action and advocacy groups, and faith-based congregations are represented in the Coalition. The Coalition agency and association members include an estimated 20,000 staff, board members and volunteers serving over 1.5 million people.

Date: Tuesday, December 16
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fee: $25. $10 for Alliance of Arizona Nonprofit Members
Register now!: http://www.arizonanonprofits.org/events.

Effective Board Governance in Modern Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 111)
December 19 – 20: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday.

This course provides a comprehensive review of contemporary board governance issues, alternatives, and recommendations. The course will include nonprofit organization success factors, board imperatives, board organization, board development, board-staff relationships, strategic planning, board financial management concerns, manpower and financial resource development, and stakeholder liaisons.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Your "Starter Kit" Workshop for Grantseeking Success:

• You'll explore the essential rules of the grantsmanship "gameboard," including mission-driven grantsmanship, the power of partnership, effective program planning, funder research and relationships, and creating winning proposals.
• You'll discover how the overall grants process works and how you can contribute to your organization's grantseeking success.
• You'll learn the six key planning questions that must be answered in any successful grant request.
• You'll learn the key strategies and resources for zeroing in quickly on those funders most likely to be interested in your project or service.
• And you'll leave with three of the most powerful tools you need to get you started on your way to grants success.

Your Workshop Fee Includes:

• Class Workbook
• A free CD with all the Planning Worksheets presented during class -- plus JGA's Proposal Planning Guide which includes three additional worksheets to help you map out the myriad details in developing a winning proposal.
• A free, two-week guest pass to the Arizona Guide to Grants Online database of more than 2,000 foundation and corporate grantmakers. NOTE: To learn more about the Guide Online, click here.
• A copy of the 2008-2009 Guide to Arizona Grantmakers --the only annual print directory of philanthropic resources exclusively for Arizona grantseekers, and includes detailed profiles of nearly 800 corporate and foundation grantmakers that are both located in Arizona and give to Arizona organizations (a $75 value!). NOTE: To learn more about the book, click here.

Who Should Attend:

• Anyone new to the field of grantsmanship looking for a "starter-kit" workshop.
• Board members, volunteers, administrative staff, and others who, while not directly responsible for the grants function, do serve a supporting role or could benefit from a basic understanding of the grantsmanship process.

Registration Information:
Date: December 30
Time: 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Phoenix - Catholic Community Foundation, 400 E. Monroe, Room 159C
Price: $100
Register now: Click Here to register

Effective Supervision (NMI 104)
January 9 – 10: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day

New supervisors and those seeking enhancement of supervisory effectiveness will gain insight on being an effective supervisor based on self-assessment and practical skill development. Review employment laws, behaviorally based interviewing, performance management, coaching and counseling, confident delegation and employee recognition and retention strategies.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Results-Oriented Program Evaluation (NMI 108)
January 12 - February 2 (Online Course)

In today’s environment of shrinking resources, growing demand and competing priorities a manager needs information in order to make sound decisions about where and how to focus resources to achieve desired results consistent with the agency’s purpose. This class covers the design and implementation of a results oriented program evaluation system that produces valid, credible and useful information.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Description: Educational Enrichment Foundation is seeking a dynamic professional to provide leadership, management and community representation in serving the Tucson community by providing resources to expand and enrich student learning in the Tucson Unified School District (TUSD).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership/supervision of staff /manage day-to-day operations
• Administer/monitor annual budget in conjunction with the finance committee
• Oversee endowment funds in conjunction with finance committee
• Provide oversight of EEF fiscal matters, including monthly revenue/expenses and annual audit
• Secure grants and direct the grant application process
• Represent EEF in the community through public speaking/presence at community and school district functions
• Develop/nurture relationship with community agencies, schools, foundations and other appropriate entities
• Develop/nurture relationship with current and potential EEF donors
• Plan/supervise/execute EEF functions and events

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and training. Benefit package available.

Qualifications:

Qualities and Characteristics:

• A visionary with passion for the mission, understanding the history and development of EEF
• An effective communicator
• A leader and team member with ability to plan, delegate effectively
• Flexibility to meet community-related appearances and obligations of EEF

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor of science/arts degree
• 3-5 years of successful nonprofit administrative/supervisory experience
• Experience in grant writing, fund raising, donor cultivation, and event planning
• Strong ties to the Tucson community

How to Apply: Mail cover letter and resume to EEF executive board, 3809 E. 3rd Street, Tucson, Arizona 85716, or e-mail to eef@theriver.com.

Description: Founded in 1933, Catholic Charities Community Services is one of Arizona’s oldest and largest nonprofit organizations which offers a diverse range of social services that strengthen families, protect and nurture children, and support people in crisis. Catholic Charities serves people of all ages and faiths in central and northern Arizona. To learn more about Catholic Charities visit CatholicCharitiesAZ.org.

The chief development officer is a member of the senior management team and is Catholic Charities chief fundraising executive. The CDO will be responsible for planning, directing, and organizing the development functions of the organization in order to achieve its strategic goals. He/she will build and maintain successful relationships with members of the board of directors, advisory boards, corporations, foundations, and prospective donors.

Qualifications: The chief development officer will have:

• 7-10 years of senior, professional development experience;
• Demonstrated success closing major gifts and a clear understanding of the tactics required to build and manage a broad-based prospect pool;
• Outstanding leadership abilities and interpersonal skills;
• Master’s degree or other advanced degree in relevant field preferred; Or, bachelor’s degree with significant experience in the field;
• CFRE accreditation desirable.

How to Apply: Resume, salary history, and cover letter may be e-mailed to: CDOsearch@cc-az.org, or fax to 602-285-3005. Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.

Description: The Wellness Community Arizona is seeking an experienced, dependable individual with excellent clerical ability and a high level of interpersonal and communication skills. This will be a part time (20 hours/week) hourly position not eligible for benefits. The development coordinator will provide administrative support to the director of development within a Phoenix nonprofit agency providing support to those whose lives have been impacted by cancer. Responsibilities include all aspects of database management including accurate processing, monitoring and tracking of gifts; coordinating donor stewardship activities; and serving as the liaison between committees and leadership.

Qualifications: Successful candidates will be organized, detail-oriented, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. This position requires experience in Microsoft Office Suite and ten-key proficiency. Experience in eTapestry or other fundraising software is highly desirable. A minimum of an associate’s degree, or comparable experience, is required. Flexibility in work schedule is required, including occasional evening/weekend meetings and functions.

How to Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: mtalal@twccaz.org. For more information about The Wellness Community Arizona, visit: http://www.twccaz.org.

Description: The administrative assistant will provide support for membership services, including training, technical assistance, communications and policy. S/he will support the director of research by locating and obtaining journal articles, investigating association memberships and other professional affiliations, information gathering for scientific conferences, managing correspondence with workgroup members and assisting with preparation of documentation. S/he will support administrators with assuring high quality programs and activities for members; assisting with the management of the membership dues process; assisting with the management of departmental budgets, and supporting staff/consultants as directed. The administrative assistant will develop and utilize routine operating practices and procedures in regards to record keeping, work flow, computer, Web site, equipment, and supplies to ensure smooth and efficient office organization and operations.

Compensation: This is a full-time permanent employee position based in Phoenix, Arizona. Compensation will be $ 10.00 - 11.50/hour (40 hours per week) based on qualifications. A package of employee benefits will be offered to the successful candidate including 401(k) retirement plan, health insurance, vacation and sick leave. NAQC does not cover relocation expenses.

Qualifications: Preferred education and experience include: An associate’s degree, or some college courses completed successfully. Experience in administrative assistance, office reception, and customer service work (strongly desired). Top candidates will have effective communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, proficiency with computers (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet), and multi-line phone systems. Other desirable qualifications include a strong work history in regards to teamwork and dependability on the job. Prior experience of tobacco control field/quitlines, and bilingual abilities in English/Spanish is a plus.

How to Apply: For more information on this position, or to apply, contact Natalia Gromov at 602 279 2719, or e-mail: naqc@naquitline.org.

Description: Valle del Sol is the premier agency focused on behavioral health, social services, leadership development, and advocacy. They are seeking a grants and proposal manager. This position searches for available funding opportunities and prepares proposals to foundations, corporations, and government agencies in response to funding guidelines, or requests for proposals, and other written materials. S/he acts as a liaison with external proposal writers; manages site visits and presentations for grantmakers; researches public, federal and private grant agencies, and foundations to identify other sources of funding for programs or other agency projects.

Qualifications: Requirements are a degree in the field of marketing or business administration, or related field. The successful candidate will have very strong writing skills, with at least two consecutive years of experience in a position involving extensive writing/editing, and at least one year of demonstrated experience in writing grant proposals for nonprofit organizations.

How to Apply: Please e-mail resume and cover letter to resumes@valledelsol.com. To learn more about Valle del Sol visit http://www.valledelsol.com.

Description: Youth Evaluation and Treatment Centers (YETC) founded in 1974, is a private nonprofit agency dedicated to providing community-focused, strength-based behavioral health services to at-risk children and families. Their mission is to guide children in making better choices, teach them positive behaviors, and assist them in preparing for healthier lives. YETC currently seeks a director of finance and information systems. The director of finance and information systems is responsible for managing the accounting and related financial activities of the organization. S/he will recommend appropriate policies and establish internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and manage five direct reports. The director will also provide oversight and supervision in the areas of information systems to include, hardware, software, training and network applications, and serve as a member of the quality management team.

Qualifications: Prerequisites for this position include:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance MA.
• Five years of financial/accounting/auditing experience, with two years in a management position.
• CPA is preferred, or completion of certification within six months.
• Experience in nonprofit sector desirable.
• Comprehensive and expert knowledge of accounting, internal controls, FASB and GAAP, and nonprofit compliance.
• Extensive use and knowledge of automated accounting applications and spreadsheets: proficiency in Microsoft Office, including adept use of Excel.
• Working knowledge in using and maintaining Sages MAS90 financial software, and/or other related industry-wide accounting systems, such as Blackbaud or Great Plains.

This position also requires the following skills and abilities:

• High level of problem solving and analytical skill: ability to assess and implement opportunities for improvement in financial administration.
• Communicate effectively, with demonstrated active listening skills and clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Develop and prepare strong financial analyses and budgets.
• Provide general oversight and management of policies and procedures: implementation of accounting and budgeting compliance, financial reporting and analysis, grants management, financial risk assessment, and auditing functions and processes.
• Must meet all licensing and contracting requirements for agency personnel.
• Must recognize and demonstrate respect for a culturally diverse work environment.

How to Apply: Please forward cover letter and resume to kpedersen@youthetc.org. For more information on YETC, visit http://www.youthetc.org. EOE.

Description: Increase participation in tennis by promoting, developing and servicing community-based tennis programs for youth and adults in the state of Arizona. Responsibilities:

• Provide awareness, education, marketing materials and support for increasing tennis participation.
• Meet with tennis facility personnel to assess their needs.
• Promote and develop all USTA tennis programs (school tennis, junior team tennis, league tennis, tennis on campus, NJTL).
• Secure support from key community leaders from schools, parks departments, member organizations and other groups.
• Solicit sites and teaching professionals to offer USTA programs.
• Assist in the advertisement and publicity for USTA programs.
• Assist with implementing an increased level of diversity to all programs.
• Prepare goals, submit activity reports and attend local Chartered Tennis Association board meetings as needed.
• Represent the Southwest section at appropriate meetings and conferences.
• Work with the USTA Section, district and national staff.

This is a full time salaried position with occasional weekends and evenings. The position is home-based within the Phoenix area. Travel required throughout Arizona (approx. 75%) along with travel to the sectional office and designated sectional and national meetings. Salary range is $27,000-$34,000 depending on experience. Full benefit package.

Qualifications:

• College graduate desirable
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills
• Enthusiastic self-starter with ability to motivate individuals and groups
• Customer service friendly
• Knowledge of USTA structure and programs helpful
• Strong tennis background a plus
• Computer proficient Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel

How to Apply: Send resume and cover letter to: Michelle Moyer, Community Tennis Manager, Fax: 480-289-2701, E-mail: mmoyer@southwest.usta.com.

Posting Closes: November 20, at 11:59 p.m.

Description: Clean desert air and clear community-building opportunities! Do you enjoy collaborating with people and helping them utilize their talents? How about working with an organization that focuses on the environment, culture, and economic development in a tri-national corner of the world?

How to Apply: Click on the following link to apply: https://my1.americorps.gov

Description: The parent outreach coordinator is responsible for reducing youth social access to alcohol by focusing on environmental strategies targeted to parents. The parent outreach coordinator is responsible for the planning, organizing, and implementation of the program. Essential responsibilities for this position include:

• Educate parents on underage drinking and social access.
• Identify and recruit parents in the Globe area for project participation.
• Oversee parent outreach and retention strategies.
• Coordinate parent trainings.
• Implement environmental strategies.
• Coordinate activities with the Copper Basin Coalition.
• Promote the development and maintenance of the program.
• Conduct project orientation, community outreach, and parent recruitment.
• Promote AzYP programs in all community arenas.
• Disseminate information and materials on underage drinking and alcohol abuse.
• Participate in the creation and distribution of newsletters and other promotional and educational materials and resources.
• Coordinate efforts with other AzYP programs and community staff.
• Participate in staff development programs.
• Complete reports as required by the fund source and/or program manager.
• Document and report weekly/monthly activities.
• Attend project meetings and weekly supervision sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in related field or experience working in community mobilization Knowledge/experience with prevention programs, curriculum, and research Knowledge of Gila County Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team player Strong written and oral communication skills

How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and three reference letters to joseph@azyp.org.

Description: The Copper Belt regional director is responsible for the planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of the programs, services, and activities of Arizona Youth Partnership in Pinal and Gila counties. This position will be located in Globe. Essential responsibilities for this position include:

• Expand and maintain all agency programs and initiatives in the Copper Belt region.
• Coordinate and implement community and youth development programs and initiatives, including coalition building and developing/maintaining community relationships.
• Develop and maintain youth and adult community coalitions using AZ Department of Health Services Framework for Prevention, CADCA guidelines, and other relevant coalition processes.
• Coordinate federal, state, foundation, and local grant writing efforts for community development and coalition strategic plans.
• Oversee and coordinate local program and community evaluation for Arizona Youth Partnership goals and strategies.
• Disseminate evaluation results to community groups.
• Recruit, train, and supervise program staff.
• Collect relevant program data and complete all fund source and agency reporting requirements.
• Conduct and coordinate regular meetings with direct report staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 3-5 years’ equivalent experience working with people in groups; and/or a bachelor’s degree in a related field, plus two years’ related experience. Evidence of successful supervisory experience. Knowledge of Pinal and Gila Counties, youth development, ATOD, and prevention theories. Excellent oral and written communication and computer skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and three reference letters to joseph@azyp.org.

Description: The White Mountains regional director is responsible for the planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of the programs, services, and activities of Arizona Youth Partnership in Apache and Navajo Counties. This position will be located in Springerville, but covers St. Johns, Sanders, Pinetop, Show Low, Snowflake, and surrounding communities. Essential responsibilities for this position include:

• Expand and maintain White Mountains region.
• Develop and maintain youth and adult community coalitions using AZ Department of Health Services Framework for Prevention, CADCA guidelines, and other relevant coalition processes.
• Increase the number of community networks and their members through establishing and maintaining contacts and partnerships with area schools, businesses, families, government entities, and youth serving organizations.
• Coordinate and implement youth development programs.
• Oversee and coordinate local program and community evaluation for Arizona Youth Partnership goals and strategies.
• Disseminate evaluation results to community groups.
• Develop and maintain youth and family resources networks, and/or collaborate with existing ones.
• Recruit, train, and supervise program staff.
• Collect relevant program data, and complete all fund source and agency reporting requirements.
• Conduct and coordinate regular meetings with direct report staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 3-5 years’ equivalent experience working with people in groups; and/or a bachelor’s degree in a related field plus two years’ related experience. Evidence of successful supervisory experience. Knowledge of Apache and Navajo Counties, youth development, ATOD, and prevention theories. Excellent oral and written communication and computer skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and three reference letters to joseph@azyp.org.

Description: A New Leaf has various F/T and P/T positions for Certified Nurses (RN, LPN, Psych) located in Mesa and Glendale, AZ. Various shifts available, including a.m., p.m., and overnights. A New Leaf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program. General duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Participate in on-call rotation for back up and support to the agency charge nurses.
• Comply with proper implementation and compliance with medical policy and procedures.
• Complete responses for various monthly audits and submit to the a.m. charge nurse.
• Make recommendations to nursing staff and submit monthly reports to a.m. charge nurse.
• Distribute and monitor client medications.

Qualifications: Minimum education for each position includes:

Registered Nurse: Certification from AZ State Board of Nursing; active medical license and DEA number; AA degree plus 3 years of experience; or BA (BH) plus 2 years of experience; or actively attending graduate school (BH) plus 2 years’ psychiatric nursing experience; or a master’s degree (BH).

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner: Completion of a NP program from an accredited school. Must be licensed as a RN, hold a NP certification from the AZ State Board of Nursing; current and valid license to practice in the state of AZ; must have full prescription authority and maintain current DEA license.

All positions must meet the following requirements:

• Driving insurability guidelines.
• Successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Valid AZ Driver’s license.
• OBHL requires that employee is at least 21 years of age.

How to Apply: Please apply via one of the following methods: Fax: (480) 969-2696; E-mail: dramirez@turnanewleaf.org; Web site: http://www.turnanewleaf.org.

Description: A New Leaf is a not-for-profit behavioral health organization that is seeking a licensed clinical director for their outpatient counseling programs located in Mesa and in Glendale, AZ. Schedule: Full Time. Mondays to Fridays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Hours might vary depending on family’s needs). A New Leaf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program. Primary functions and responsibilities:

• Responsible for the clinical operations and staff of the Community Behavioral Health Services (CBHS), which includes clinical care services, intersession and after-school support services, and Meet Me Where I Am.
• Responsible to interpret and implement the clinical components of the Magellan and QCN contracts as they apply to Community Behavioral Health Services.
• Responsible for articulating the vision of CBHS as it fits into the overall vision of A New Leaf.
• Directly supervises all clinical supervisors within CBHS and assure that training and clinical supervision is completed as is required.
• Participates in external meetings at the ADHS level, the RBHA level and at QCN.

Qualifications: Must have one of the following:

• LISAC with 6 years experience, independent AZ license; or
• Master’s in Behavioral Health field with 2 years’ post-license (including 1 year supervisory) experience, and independent AZ license (LPC,LCSW,LMFT at master’s level); or
• Doctorate in mental health field with 1 year post-license experience, and independent AZ license (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or licensed psychologist).

How to Apply: Please send your resume to dramirez@turnanewleaf.org or via fax at (480) 969-2696.

Description: This position represents a dynamic opportunity to develop and implement a support services team that provides intake and assessment for an acclaimed substance abuse treatment program that blends best practices with traditional native healing. The clinical supervisor oversees a team of clinicians, peers, and case management. This position participates as an integral member of the management staff of Native American Connections.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Public or Business Administration or Behavioral Health area, required.
• Licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Professional Counselor, or Social Worker (LISAC, LPC or LCSW).
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine’s Patient Placement Criteria.
• Possess a background in the delivery of individual/group/family counseling services, with a chemical dependency population.
• Experience in office administration, supervision, and records management in a medical/clinical setting.
• Experience working with Native Americans is desirable.
• History of successful business development and operations.
• Excellent communication skills – written and oral.
• Computer proficiency, required.
• Experience with RHBA systems and/or managed care, preferred.
• MS Office skills.

How to Apply: Send resume or complete application: NAC, 4520 N. Central, Suite 600, Phoenix, AZ 85012; fax to 602-256-7356; or e-mail m.stilwell@nativeconnections.org.

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