The 16th Annual Nonprofit Conference has reached capacity and registration is now closed.

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.

Meet old friends, mix & mingle with vendors to learn about their services, win doorprizes, make new acquaintances and make merry! Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet and lots of holiday spirit.

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.

The Arizona Community Foundation will match donations to help provide Arizonans with shelter, heat, food, clothing, and counseling as the current economic downturn puts more individuals and families into distress.

ACF will match contributions to its Basic Needs Fund dollar for dollar, up to $50,000. Gifts and the match will go to qualified nonprofits providing for these basic needs throughout Arizona, with funding preference given to efficient, strategic collaborations among nonprofit partners.

This matching program is meant to maximize available resources and incentivize individual donors looking for a meaningful way to help their neighbors.

The current economic conditions are putting more people into a position of need and placing a heavy strain on nonprofits to meet the increased demand. ACF is encouraged by the energy around this issue on the part of donors, foundations, and government entities looking for ways to help. They are eager to help donor contributions go further by providing these matching dollars and investing in worthwhile efforts.

Donors may make tax-deductible gifts to the Basic Needs Fund online at http://www.azfoundation.org, by phone at (602) 381-1400, or in person at ACF’s office: 2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 202, Phoenix.

The Boeing Company is holding its tenth annual Community Service Days event during the month of April. They are accepting applications for projects through Friday, December 19.

Their Community Service Days goal is to effectively support the needs of local agencies through various activities such as sorting donated supplies, assisting and participating in events, crafting, facility cleanup, and improvements such as painting, washing windows, and landscaping. Your agency provides the supplies, and Boeing will provide the manpower! Please submit the attached CSD application by Friday, December 19. E-mail MesaCSD@boeing.com for the application!

A limited number of projects will be selected from all applications. Agencies will be notified by January 14, 2009 if their project has been selected for Community Service Day.

Valle del Sol’s Hispanic Leadership Institute (HLI) is currently seeking participants for its 2009 leadership-training program, beginning in February, 2009. HLI’s mission is to promote the individual development of Hispanics for increased participation in leadership roles. Serving as a principal educational and networking resource for expertise and advocacy on leadership issues affecting Latino communities, HLI’s curriculum builds from participants’ experiences, emphasizing personal and professional development with sessions focusing on cultural and personal identity; serving on a board; ethics, and media training.

The application is available online at http://www.valledelsol.com or by contacting Dan Cortez, at 602/248-8101 (ext. 527) or danc@valledelsol.com. Application deadline is December 5, 2008.

APS has closed its Corporate Giving cycle for the remainder of 2008. All requests for funding from organizations that have not been previously funded by APS will not be considered until Spring 2009.

Organizations that APS has funded in the past are welcome to apply in January 2009. APS is taking time to rethink their giving plan and gather input from their employees and key stakeholders so that they can provide employees and community organizations with clear direction and guidelines for future funding requests. As a long-time corporate leader in Arizona, they are dedicated to strategically investing their time, energy and resources to strengthen the communities they serve. They realize supporting their communities is not only good for Arizona, it is good business.

APS would like to thank you for your commitment to improving the quality of life for all Arizonans. If you have any questions, please contact APS Community Development at the following link: http://www.aps.com/main/community/dev/CommDev_1.html.

MIM Productions has been producing campaign/fundraising videos for nonprofit organizations in the valley for several years. They are currently offering half price fundraising videos for the first five nonprofit organizations who respond to them at jim@manleyisme.com. MIM Productions produces videos in English and Spanish for a wide variety of clients including the Phoenix Zoo, Phoenix Children's Hospital, Hospice of the Valley, and many other fantastic nonprofit organizations. For more information about MIM Productions, visit http://www.ManleyIsMe.com.

The Organization for Nonprofit Executives (ONE) is pleased to announce new categories for the 7th Annual Nonprofit Director of the Year Awards. These awards will recognize nonprofit chief professional officers (executive directors, presidents, CEOs or equivalent) who are outstanding examples of certain principles ONE values among nonprofit executives in Maricopa County, Arizona. ONE recognizes the contributions of leaders of ALL sizes and types of nonprofits including experienced veterans, emerging leaders, highly visible, vocal champions of the nonprofit community, and quiet, behind the scenes leaders who make everyone else look good. Judges will take into consideration each nominee’s achievements in comparison to the size and scope of their organization.

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 16th Annual Nonprofit Conference has reached capacity and registration is now closed.

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.

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.

Meet old friends, mix & mingle with vendors to learn about their services, win doorprizes, make new acquaintances and make merry! Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet and lots of holiday spirit.

“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.

Speaker: State Treasurer, Dean Martin
Date/Time: December 16th, 7:30 a.m. registration
Fees: Members $25/Guests $35
Location: Orange Tree Golf Resort, Scottsdale.
Registration: Please visit http://www.pgrtaz.org for an RSVP form, or e-mail info@pgrtaz.org.

• 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.

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 session: January 28, 2009.
Location: Arizona Community Foundation, 2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 202, Phoenix, AZ 85016.

Description: Healthcare professional membership association needs an Assistant Director with association management experience. Responsibilities for this position include meeting planning, IT proficiency, database management, Web site experience, committee support, and publications experience.

Position available January, 2009. Health insurance and salary DOE.

How to Apply: E-mail resumes to mweaver@az-osteo.org.

Description: Founded in 1990, Arizona Youth Partnership is a nonprofit prevention organization that works with youth and families in rural communities and Native American Reservations across Arizona. They are looking for a deputy director for their organization. The successful candidate will be able to work independently while being part of a team and enjoy the work of the organization. S/he will be responsible for supervising regional staff, writing grants, and developing/monitoring budgets. This position is located in Tucson. Essential functions include:

• Assist with strategic, programmatic, and tactical short-term and long-term planning.
• Supervise, train, and support regional directors.
• Oversee and prepare reports required by fund sources.
• Oversee and coordinate survey administration, data collection, and data analysis.
• Seek and obtain grant funding for existing continuation grants and new fund sources.
• Assure and maintain contractual compliance.
• Collaborate with key community stakeholders of formal and informal systems.
• Assist with public relations and communications issues, as requested.
• Fulfill other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Master’s degree in Child Development, Public Health, or business related area;
• Five years’ experience in the nonprofit sector or human services management/administration;
• Eight years’ experience in the community development, youth development, and prevention field, with successful evidence of progressive supervisory responsibility;
• Proven success in grant seeking, writing, and compliance;
• Familiarity with Arizona’s behavioral health system (preferred);
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

How to Apply: Please submit a letter of interest, three current written references, a writing sample, and current resume to: Arizona Youth Partnership, 4239 W. Ina Rd., Ste. 101, Tucson, AZ 85741; or submit by e-mail to joseph@azyp.org.

Description: Susan G. Komen for the Cure seeks an energetic self-starter for an administrative/financial assistant for their Phoenix affiliate breast cancer organization. This hourly position (18 hours per week) acts as the first point of contact for many seeking information regarding breast health and breast cancer. Additionally, this position will post accounts payables/receivables, manage office equipment and supplies, prepare correspondence and materials for meetings, create reports, file, and copy.

Qualifications: The successful candidate must be personable, helpful, and customer service-oriented. S/he must possess a professional and collaborative attitude, 3-5 years’ bookkeeping experience, 2-3 years’ administrative experience. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Must have excellent planning and organizational skills. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills, exceptional organizational skills and advanced knowledge of, and skills with, Microsoft Office Suite (specifically, but not limited to, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), Web interface programs, and QuickBooks. Database experience a plus. Bilingual in Spanish and English a plus.

How to Apply: Please submit your resume to pelder@komenphoenix.org, or fax it to 602-544-3366.

Description: The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control, and cure of arthritis and related illnesses. The Greater Southwest Chapter serves Arizona, New Mexico and El Paso, Texas with offices located in Phoenix, Tucson, and Albuquerque. The administrative assistant serves as the first point of contact for the Arthritis Foundation office in Tucson, AZ. The principal responsibilities of the position include answering/routing calls, supply ordering, data entry, inventory control, ordering for display brochures/materials, and other duties as needed. The administrative assistant will also perform basic information and referral duties with the use of a standardized national program for answering questions and calls related to arthritis.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma plus five years’ administrative experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some college preferred.
• Must have excellent phone skills, highly developed customer orientation, and a professional mannerism.
• Experience in a nonprofit environment helpful.
• Accurate typing and grammar skills mandatory.
• Must have experience with database programs, national database preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in fast-paced office environment.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written.
• Proficiency in MS Office required.

How to Apply: Please send resume to Dee Nortman, EVP of Administration at: dnortman@arthritis.org, or mail to 1313 East Osborn Road, Suite 200 Phoenix, AZ 85014. No phone calls please.

Description: The ACLU of Arizona, a leading nonprofit civil rights public interest organization, is seeking a full-time office manager. Complete job description can be viewed online at: http://www.acluaz.org/employment_opportunites.html. Salary is commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits include paid medical and dental insurance. Responsibilities of this position include the following:

• Answer and route all incoming calls.
• Ensure a tidy, organized, and cohesive work environment for office staff and volunteers.
• Purchase/maintain office equipment including computers, computer network, printers, copiers, and phone system.
• Serve as point person for IT consultants, and manage service contracts.
• Maintain personnel files, time sheets, and submit to payroll entity biweekly.
• Manage health insurance (medical, dental, long term disability) and 401(k).
• Maintain records of employees’ vacation/sick time and inform employees of balances as necessary.
• Work with part-time accountant to manage all accounting systems, including AP, AR, bank/database reconciliations, general ledger entries, and financial reports and reconciliation with national organization.
• Work with independent auditor, especially during annual audit.

Qualifications:

• AA or BA in Accounting or Business Administration.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in office supervision and administration, including direct responsibility for the day-to-day administrative, operational, and human resource functions.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and network systems.
• Experience working with Quickbooks (Nonprofit edition).

How to Apply: Send a cover letter and resume to: Alessandra Soler Meetze, Executive Director, ACLU Foundation of Arizona, via e-mail at: ameetze@acluaz.org. Please indicate in your cover letter where you found this job posting.

Description: Provide association administration services to multiple associations. Potential to work into an administrative director in a short period of time. Essential position functions include the following:

• Perform clerical and administrative tasks required for efficient office administration.
• Answer all inquiries regarding association events in a manner that promotes each association and is friendly toward all members and clients.
• Assist with all aspects of event planning, including database work, registrations, bookkeeping, creating brochures, packets, badges, etc.
• Assist with ensuring that all meeting materials, correspondence, and other documents are complete and accurate, and that deadlines are met.
• Work with committees and boards, attend meetings, take and transcribe minutes, and follow-up on tasks.
• Perform bookkeeping tasks, including reconciling bank accounts.
• Responsible for processing registrations for all events, etc.
• Perform membership maintenance, including database work, membership processing, etc.

Qualifications:

• Available to attend events, typically a couple of times a month in the evening, occasional weekends.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with others in a team setting, yet work independently.
• Ability to recognize potential problem areas and utilize problem solving reasoning.
• Bookkeeping experience, QuickBooks experience a must.
• Computer Skills/MS Office software programs (MS Word, Access, Publisher, Excel, PowerPoint), Filemaker Pro a plus, but some database skills a must.
• Nonprofit background a plus.
• Communications design skills experience, work on newsletters, clipart, writing experience helpful.
• Event planning experience a plus, including working tradeshows and interaction with hotels.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects at one time.
• Ability to work with boards and committee without supervision.
• Ability to work with various people in a friendly style that puts people at ease.
• Leadership skills and experience in strategic planning helpful.

How to Apply: Please e-mail your resume to conni@sossolutions.org. For information about the company, Support and Office Solutions, go to http://www.sossolutions.org.

Description: Boys Hope Girls Hope of Arizona is seeking an energetic individual to further cultivate the development program of a growing nonprofit that profoundly impacts the lives of low-income, academically capable, and motivated children ages 11-18 who come from financially and socially challenged backgrounds. The development director is responsible for successfully planning, developing, directing, implementing, and expanding an effective development program necessary to promote the organization’s mission. Currently this position is part-time, but it may lead to full-time work. For a full description of this position, please contact Greg Harman.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or related field from an accredited institution. Five years’ experience successfully managing and directing a comprehensive fundraising program or campaign. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including public speaking. Applicant must be able to work in an environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and open communication. Computer literacy in several programs, including word-processing, spreadsheets, and donor tracking software. Must be able to provide own transportation to meet with individual donors or donor organizations in their homes or offices.

How to Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume to: Greg Harman, Executive Director, Boys Hope Girls Hope of Arizona, 3443 N. Central Avenue, Suite 713, Phoenix, AZ 85012. Or e-mail to gharman@bhgh.org. Review of materials will continue until position is filled.

Description: Valley of the Sun United Way has an open position for a grantsmanship developer. The grantsmanship director oversees the grants process at Valley of the Sun United Way (VSUW). The position leads all grant-related work, supporting the fundraising and program needs for the resource development and community impact departments. The main responsibilities of the position are to develop and implement an overall strategic plan to secure funding from private and corporate foundations and government sources, conduct research, write and manage all aspects of the grant process, track all grants, and cultivate grant program officers. VSWU offers excellent benefits and a great working environment and is an E.O.E. Salary range is $58,500 to $67,500.

How to Apply: For complete details on responsibilities, skills and requirements, how best to get your resume/cover letter to them, or to learn more about their organization, please visit http://www.vsuw.org. Once there, click on Careers. Please provide your information no later than the end of the business day Friday, December 5th.

Description: The associate director of foundation relations is an experienced foundation fundraiser who has primary responsibility to plan, organize, and implement a strategy to maximize awards from local, regional, and national foundations, and with major ASU-related family foundations in the state of Arizona. S/he will work with faculty and administration in a broad range of academic disciplines to increase foundation awards in support of their academic priorities. The associate director will manage a personal portfolio of major foundation prospects. Position will report to the vice president of foundation relations. The ASU Foundation offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan and reduced tuition at ASU. For more information on the ASU Foundation, visit their web site at http://www.asufoundation.org.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) and a minimum of five years’ experience in foundation development, preferably in higher education, with progressively greater administrative responsibilities.
• Demonstrated success in foundation development at the major award level.
• Ability to build effective, collaborative relationships with deans, center directors, department chairs, faculty, and development officers.
• Ability to assess programs and identify those with a strong potential for foundation funding.
• Ability to build effective relationships with foundation program officers.
• Ability to learn appropriate levels of information about a broad range of academic disciplines and interdisciplinary areas.
• Ability to think critically
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of on behalf of Foundation donors and colleagues.
• Knowledge of all facets of the development process, including prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Knowledge of all facets of the foundation proposal development process, including prospect and project research, proposal creation/editing.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Tenacity
• Understanding of major issues in philanthropy and ability to learn ASU issues quickly.
• Working knowledge of development software for prospect management and basic financial software for fund management.

How to Apply: Please submit your application online at http://www.asufoundation.org/jobs.

Description: The ACLU of Arizona and its Foundation, which operate jointly as private, non-partisan public interest organizations devoted to the defense of individual liberties under the U.S. and Arizona Constitutions, invite applications for the position of part-time accountant. Salary is commensurate with experience. To view the complete job description, visit: http://www.acluaz.org/employment_opportunites.html. Specific responsibilities for this position include:

• Prepare, code, and enter accounting transactions, including cash receipts, cash disbursements, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and journal entries using Quickbooks (Nonprofit edition).
• Process invoices for payment in a timely manner.
• Review, analyze, and reconcile bank statements.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and grant expenditure reports for review by the executive director and the board of directors.
• Reconcile pledges receivable balances with development personnel.
• Handle all audit preparation, including event income/expenses, accrued vacation, lease and depreciation schedules, temporarily restricted assets, cash flows and financial statements.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting and two years of experience in a related field preferred. Knowledge of Quickbooks Nonprofit edition or other nonprofit accounting software.

How to Apply: Please send cover letter, including salary requirements, and resume by e-mail to ameetze@acluaz.org. Or submit by mail to: Alessandra Soler Meetze, Executive Director ACLU of Arizona, PO Box 17148 Phoenix, AZ 85011. All inquiries should include “accountant applicant” in the subject line or reference field, and all attachments should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please indicate where you learned of this job posting.

Description: The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has an exceptional opportunity to get hands-on experience in a fast-paced work environment for the country's leading nonprofit trade association in the beauty industry. As a marketing coordinator with the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), you will gain integrated experience in marketing, advertising, public relations, media buying, and event planning. The marketing coordinator reports to the marketing and communications director and works closely with the marketing manager and the Web systems coordinator to develop marketing initiatives for the association. Responsibilities for this position include the following:

• Write, proof, and edit all content for the association’s communications, including event brochures, advertisements, Web sites, e-mail blasts, newsletters, editorial columns, etc.
• Develop creative solutions to communication challenges.
• Manage creative and brand strategies to ensure brand consistency, and produce creative briefs as necessary.
• Assist the marketing manager by overseeing the strategic direction and creative development for annual advertising and marketing campaigns, including but not limited to, print, collateral, online and e-mail.
• Work closely with the association’s PR firm to identify press opportunities, promote association efforts, and position the association as a leader in the industry.

Qualifications: Must be organized, reliable, and detail-oriented. Must posses excellent communication, writing, and proof-reading skills. Must be able to work in a professional, fast-paced and team-oriented work environment. Proficient in MS Office applications. Basic understanding of HTML coding and an eye for layout. 1-5 years marketing, advertising, copywriting or related work experience. Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in marketing, journalism, communications or related field.

How to Apply: E-mail your resume, three references, and three writing samples to marissa@probeauty.org. No phone calls please.

Description: Are you eager to learn and excited about career growth? As a marketing intern with the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) you will gain an integrated experience in marketing, advertising, public relations and event planning. The marketing intern reports to the marketing manager and supports the marketing department with day-to-day management duties. Responsibilities for this position include the following:

• Assist the marketing manager by monitoring the flow of projects, contacting vendors for estimates, following up with publications for advertising space, pulling e-mail blast reports and more.
• Keep up-to-date on all industry news, and track news relating to the association to identify opportunities for association development.
• Assist in the process of selecting, cleaning, and merging mailing lists for direct mail campaigns.
• Update membership databases and pull reports for records, tracking, and general information.
• Maintain the media library and project filing system, as well as the photography and production libraries.

Qualifications:

Must be organized, reliable, and detail-oriented. Must be able to work in a professional, fast-paced, team-oriented work environment. Proficient in MS Office applications. Must be currently enrolled in a college, university, or trade school, and have a 2.5 GPA or higher. Candidates studying marketing, journalism, communications or a related field are preferred. Must have own mode of transportation.

How to Apply: E-mail your resume, three references, and three writing samples to marissa@probeauty.org. No phone calls please. EOE.

Description: Planned Parenthood Arizona (PPAZ) operates 20 Health Centers 13 in the Maricopa County/Phoenix metro area, three in the Tucson metro area, and one each in the communities of Flagstaff, Globe, Prescott, and Yuma. Planned Parenthood Advocates of Arizona (PPAA) is currently looking for a lobbyist and public policy manager. The lobbyist and political policy manager for PPAA coordinates and provides leadership for Planned Parenthood’s public policy and legislative plans. This position is responsible for supporting and drafting legislation, developing grassroots advocacy, and developing and implementing a statewide electoral program. S/he also represents Planned Parenthood Advocates of Arizona on appropriate statewide coalitions, with policy makers, and in appropriate media situations. S/he will work closely with the PPAZ director of public policy on the day-to-day operations of PPAA. Additional duties include, but are not limited to, development and membership program management, event planning and implementation, and board relations and development. PPAA offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. EOE.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and four years’ supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Four years’ work experience at the state level with a high level of responsibility in public policy, government relations, and legislative analysis is desired.
• Volunteer work will be considered in lieu of paid experience.
• Prefer direct experience and knowledge of Arizona government, local media, and Planned Parenthood issues.
• Two years’ work experience in Arizona electoral campaigns is desired.
• Demonstrated skills in communicating effectively with elected officials, departmental agencies, coalition partners, the public, staff and volunteers, and working with a team.
• Demonstrated lobbying and public relations skills. A strong personal commitment to, and an ability to communicate about, the goals and philosophy of Planned Parenthood is essential.

How to Apply: Please e-mail resumes to jobs@ppaz.org.

Description: The senior programmer/analyst will be responsible to design, maintain, and document health care transactions, reports, and programmatic database routines within the proprietary health care package, CMHC. Salary range is $50K-$90k.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related curriculum, or compensating work experience is required. Other required abilities include five years’ programming and database experience, and a working knowledge of UNIX and Windows operating systems. Desired abilities include programming and database experience in the health care field, using both character-based and eCET environments of the CMHC MIS System. Experience with commercial banded reporting tools, Microsoft SQL Server, and Visual Basic Scripting is desired.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should provide a comprehensive resume and salary history to: the EXCEL group, Inc. Attn: Sherri Smith, 3250A E. 40th Street Yuma, AZ 85365. Submit by fax to 928.341.9462, or e-mail shsmith@excelgroup.org.

Description: The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Foundation of Arizona invites applications for the full-time position of immigrant rights advocate. To read the complete job description visit: http://www.acluaz.org/employment_opportunites.html. The primary responsibilities of the immigrant rights advocate will be to investigate and document conditions of confinement for ICE detainees at various facilities throughout Arizona. S/he will devise a project to document, evaluate, and impact ICE detention conditions throughout the state of Arizona through research and on-site visits, interviews, and advocacy. The project will focus on basic human rights and needs, including detainees’ access to health care and rehabilitative services, the impact on children, and the effects of prolonged detention. S/he will assist the legal director and volunteer attorneys with any ACLU Foundation of Arizona litigation involving challenges to inadequate conditions at ICE detention facilities. S/he will also monitor non-ACLU cases relevant to the organization’s immigrants rights mission. Salary is commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits include paid medical and dental insurance.

Qualifications: JD preferred but not required. Judicial law clerks and other recent law-school graduates are encouraged to apply. Ability to verbally communicate with Spanish speaking clients. Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the ACLU or the advancement of civil liberties;

How to Apply: Please send a letter of interest, resume, three references, and writing sample researched and written solely by the applicant to: Alessandra Soler Meetze, Executive Director ACLU Foundation of Arizona P.O. Box 17148 Phoenix, AZ 85011. Applications also may be submitted by e-mail to ameetze@acluaz.org. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt until the position is filled, which will not be before January 5th, 2009. Please indicate where you learned of this job positing.

Description: PRSA Phoenix, a chapter of the Public Relations Society of America, seeks a chapter manager to provide support services for the volunteer-driven organization. This position will entail the following general duties: membership support; database management; event registration and venue coordination (up to 3 events per month); chapter e-mail and responses to incoming inquiries; regular communications with the chapter’s board of directors and administrative support; website support.

How to Apply: For more information about this position, including qualifications and application instructions, please visit http://www.phoenixprsa.org/ mc/page.do?sitePageId=80324. Due date is Dec. 12, no later than 5 p.m.

Description: Are you looking for a great opportunity to utilize your networking skills and education in public health in a position that has an impact on migrant health and public health care programs? Arizona Association of Community Health Centers is looking for the right bilingual (Spanish) individual to fill their manager of migrant health programs position. This position reports to the director of outreach and enrollment and will act as a program advocate and spokesperson for health care issues affecting farm workers and their families. The position will also provide training to community health centers regarding various programs and will actively participate in a variety of coalitions and interest groups involved in outreach and enrollment.

Qualifications: If you have at least one year of experience in a public service area and a bachelor’s degree in public health, business administration, or a combination of equivalent education and experience, AACHC wants to talk with you.

How to Apply: For confidential consideration please send your resume to Nadine at Nadinec@aachc.org. Or, mail your resume to Nadine Cummins, SPHR, AACHC, 700 E. Jefferson St., Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85034.

Description: Dynamic opportunity to coordinate and implement a brand new program of Native American Connections. Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, this position is responsible for the coordination, management, and delivery of direct client counseling services to assigned individuals and groups participating in Native American Connections programs. Duties of this position include:

• Provide chemical dependency counseling to individuals/groups in the areas outlined in the program description and structure of content.
• Provide intake, assessment, and referral services.
• Document/monitor the documentation of all services provided through client records and data (i.e., demographic data, treatment plans, psychosocial history, progress notes, discharge planning, etc.).
• Oversee and assist each assigned client with individualized service planning and reviews.
• Provide culturally sensitive therapy modalities through existing services, outside referral services, or the development of new services.
• Assist in clinical discharge planning and/or referring clients, or providing alternative services.
• Maintain productivity standards as stipulated.
• Provide reports/other utilization management documents.

Qualifications:

• Preferred - master’s degree in behavioral health field. Minimum of bachelor’s degree in behavioral health field with two years’ experience. Or, an associates of arts degree in a behavioral health field with four years’ experience in direct counseling with chemically dependent individuals and families, in both group and individual counseling.
• Licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family therapist, Social Worker, or other license as appropriate (preferred).
• Experience with families and adolescents.
• Experience in working with Native Americans is desirable.
• Possess a background in the delivery of individual/group/family counseling services, with a chemical dependency population.
• Able to function in a teamwork environment.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine’s Patient Placement Criteria.
• Excellent communication skills – written and oral.
• Experience in working with the Native American population (preferred).
• Possess and maintain a valid Arizona drivers license.
• 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.

Description: Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, this position is responsible for the coordination, management and delivery of direct client counseling services to assigned individuals and groups participating in Native American Connections programs. Duties of this position include:

• Provide chemical dependency counseling to individuals/groups in the areas outlined in the program description and structure of content.
• Provide intake, assessment, and referral services.
• Document/monitor the documentation of all services provided through client records and data (i.e., demographic data, treatment plans, psychosocial history, progress notes, discharge planning, etc.).
• Oversee and assist each assigned client with individualized service planning and reviews.
• Provide culturally sensitive therapy modalities through existing services, outside referral services, or the development of new services.
• Assist in clinical discharge planning and/or referring clients, or providing alternative services.
• Maintain productivity standards as stipulated.
• Provide reports/other utilization management documents.

Qualifications:

• Preferred - master’s degree in behavioral health field. Minimum of bachelor’s degree in behavioral health field with two years’ experience. Or, an associates of arts degree in a behavioral health field with four years’ experience in direct counseling with chemically dependent individuals and families, in both group and individual counseling.
• Licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family therapist, Social Worker, or other license as appropriate (preferred).
• Experience with families and adolescents.
• Experience in working with Native Americans is desirable.
• Possess a background in the delivery of individual/group/family counseling services, with a chemical dependency population.
• Able to function in a teamwork environment.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine’s Patient Placement Criteria.
• Excellent communication skills – written and oral.
• Experience in working with the Native American population (preferred).
• Possess and maintain a valid Arizona drivers license.
• 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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