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The ASU Lodestar Center is pleased to collaborate with the Greater Arizona Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) to offer "From Red to Black: Innovative Thinking for Generating Income and Resources."

We are excited to present Kay Sprinkel Grace, Clara Miller, and Steven G. Seleznow as our Conference Keynote speakers.

Click here for a full agenda with listings of all conference workshops and presenters.

Cost: $198 for general Early Bird registration. Don't procrastinate! Our Early Bird discount saves you 10% on registration until September 14th! Other affiliation discounts are outlined here.
Date: October 14 - 15.
Location: Desert Willow Conference Center. Phoenix, AZ.
Registration: Click here to register.

The ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation is pleased to announce the launch of the third year of its Generation Next Nonprofit Leadership Academy (Gen Next). Twenty emerging nonprofit leaders from the Valley were selected through a competitive application process to participate in the program's third cohort. The nine-month program is comprised of best practice approaches to leading and managing nonprofits from renowned professors and practitioner instructors at ASU, as well as established nonprofit leaders from organizations that engage with the ASU Lodestar Center.

This year's cohort includes:

• Arlene Alen, Horses with Heart
• Sue Ellen Allen, Gina's Team
• Carl Balderson, Upward Foundation
• Mary Chou-Thompson, St. Vincent de Paul
• Kerri Cole, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona
• Emis Cox, Vangent
• Dawn Craft, Valley of the Sun Association for the Education of Young Children
• Jenna Diaz-Gonzalez, Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
• Melissa Gable, Friends of Animal Care & Control (FACCs)
• Ciara Garcia, Tu Nidito Children and Family Services
• Shay Huff, Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce
• Virginia Johnson, Sharing Down Syndrome Arizona
• Kathryn Kelewae, Scottsdale Training and Rehabilitation Services (STARS)
• Karl Kleinebreil, Arizona Children's Association
• Rebecca Klima, Greater Phoenix Youth at Risk
• Meagan Kukowski, City of Hope
• Courtney B. Langer, Community Alliance Against Family Abuse
• Malissa Stawicki, The Art Institute of Phoenix
• Karin Szymanksi, The Arizona Partnership for Immunization
• Kristen Wilson, Arizona Small Business Association

Each program day will focus on different topics relevant to the nonprofit community in Phoenix, including, but not limited to, public policy and advocacy, collaboration, and community development and outreach. Additionally, participants will complete group capacity building projects for various organizations in the Valley.

"I'm looking forward to building on the last two years of successful classes and growing an even stronger program," said Laura Capello, Manager of Community Relations and Special Projects. "The program continues to attract some of the best and brightest young professionals in the nonprofit sector and their participation in this program truly strengthens our community."

Program Coordinator, Training and Leadership Development - Public Allies Arizona (Phoenix)
Description: The Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the Public Allies Arizona program operated by the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation. Public Allies is a national youth leadership organization that currently serves fifteen communities throughout the country. The primary program is a ten-month long apprenticeship and leadership development program for young adults ages 18-30, funded through AmeriCorps, and based in the values of collaboration, continuous learning, inclusion, focus on assets, and integrity.

The Program Coordinator will be the primary support for twelve to fifteen Allies as they go through the program, and will also serve as the Training and Leadership Development coordinator.

The position is housed at the ASU Downtown Campus at the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation. As an ASU employee, the position includes a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement and tuition reimbursement.

This is a grant funded position. Initial employment is contingent upon grant funding; continued employment is dependent upon availability of funding and satisfactory performance. 

How to Apply: For a full position description and to apply, please click here (look for position #24869). Please direct all inquiries to the ASU HR department. The initial close date is August 27. The position will remain open on a rolling basis until filled.

Program Coordinator, Recruitment and Community Outreach - Public Allies Arizona (Phoenix)
The Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the Public Allies Arizona program operated by the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation. Public Allies is a national youth leadership organization that currently serves fifteen communities throughout the country. The primary program is a ten-month long apprenticeship and leadership development program for young adults ages 18-30, funded through AmeriCorps, and based in the values of collaboration, continuous learning, inclusion, focus on assets, and integrity.

The Program Coordinator will be the primary support for twelve to fifteen Allies as they go through the program, and will also serve as the Recruitment and Community Outreach coordinator.

The position is housed at the ASU Downtown Campus at the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation. As an ASU employee, the position includes a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement and tuition reimbursement.

This is a grant funded position. Initial employment is contingent upon grant funding; continued employment is dependent upon availability of funding and satisfactory performance. 

How to Apply: For a full position description and to apply, click here (look for position #24863). Please direct all inquiries to the ASU HR department. The initial close date is August 27. The position will remain open on a rolling basis until filled.

Senior Program Coordinator - ASU Lodestar Center (Phoenix)
Description: The ASU Lodestar Center is searching for a Senior Program Coordinator for Capacity Building Initiatives. The senior program coordinator performs work of considerable difficulty in the management, planning, development and implementation of activities for the Center in accordance with external grant deliverables and within the mission of the Center. 

The position requires significant experience and nonprofit expertise to develop and guide the Center's programmatic offerings. The incumbent works with key on-campus and off-campus stakeholder groups to plan and implement a range of capacity building efforts that accentuate the Center's role as the "knowledge and tools leader for nonprofit effectiveness."

Qualifications: Applicants must possess, at minimum, a bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment and four years' administrative/coordinate program experience; or, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Applicants are also encouraged, though not required, to have experience working with diverse groups and accepting broad ideas, managing group processes and reaching consensus, and managing a nonprofit organization. A demonstrated knowledge of the Arizona nonprofit sector and the Arizona higher education system is also desired.

How to Apply: For more information, or to apply, please click here. Applications will continue to be accepted and considered until this search has closed.

Laws and Legal Issues Affecting Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 110)
September 10 - 11: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday
Learn about the legal framework under which tax-exempt organizations operate and are regulated, including a discussion of the oversight responsibilities of the Internal Revenue Service and various state agencies as they relate to the nonprofit sector and tax-exempt organizations. Explore legal rights and fiduciary obligations of directors, trustees, officers and members of nonprofit organizations, including a discussion of conflicts of interest, private inurement, private benefit, excess benefit and self-dealing transactions. Also, learn about legal and tax implications related to fundraising, charitable giving, political activities and commercial activities of tax-exempt organizations.

Basic Fundraising and Resource Development (NMI 106)
September 13 - October 4 (ONLINE)
One major challenge facing all nonprofit leaders today is ensuring that their organization has the financial resources it needs to meet its mission and serve its constituency. Learn the basics of ethical fundraising, how to manage the philanthropic process and develop plans that will ensure the effectiveness of staff and volunteers. This class is a prerequisite for NMI 126.

Marketing for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 112)
September 17 - 18: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-12. p.m., Saturday
This course will provide principles and practices for marketing your nonprofit organization. You will also learn current strategies and techniques for successfully positioning your organization and developing a marketing plan.

The Press, Power and Politics (NMI 116)
September 24 - 25: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday
This course develops the knowledge and skills for nonprofit advocacy, including how to build a campaign, mobilize constituents for effective action, and organize public messaging. You’ll learn how nonprofits can make their "message" known to external groups and the techniques practitioners use when working with elected officials and media. The course will also cover the basic legal requirements for lobbying.

Financial Management Principals for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 103)
October 1 - 2: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday
Analyze the principles of financial management for nonprofit organizations. Learn to apply the fundamentals of accounting, budgeting processes, cash flow analysis, expenditure control, long-range financial planning, audits, grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations. This class is a prerequisite for NMI 113.

Human Resource Management (NMI 102)
October 4 - 25 (ONLINE)
This course will provide you a foundation for human resource management, including complying with federal and state employment laws and compensation systems. You will learn practical and lawful strategies to develop human resource policies and job descriptions, retention strategies, and appropriate staffing structures.

Social Entrepreneurship (NMI 121)
October 8 - 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday
This course introduces you to how nonprofit organizations are earning income and diversifying funding through social entrepreneurship. You will compare nonprofit to for-profit business and learn the difference between social entrepreneurship and social enterprise. You’ll also learn how to recognize opportunity and alternative revenue models, as well as develop organizational structures and nontraditional funding to launch your own nonprofit organization’s social venture.

Managing Volunteer Effectiveness (NMI 109)
October 22 - 23: 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.

Diversity Strategies for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 119)
October 29 - 30: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday
In this course, you’ll learn how fostering diversity among staff, volunteers, and board members can strengthen an organization’s ability to serve its clients and fulfill its mission. You’ll also learn to identify layers of diversity and adapt strategies for recruiting, retaining, and mentoring diverse cultures and constituencies within your organization.

All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://www.regonline.com/2010_fall_nmi to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602.496.0500.

Would you like a quick and easy way to learn more about professional development courses offered through the ASU Lodestar Center’s Nonprofit Management Institute?  Would you like to see whether Internet-based learning is right for you? You can find out by viewing two NMI Information Sessions from the convenience of your own computer!

Information Session 1 (11 minutes) explains who takes an NMI course and for what reasons. Learn about the benefits of participating in the Nonprofit Management Institute, who teaches for NMI, and how to earn a professional certificate in nonprofit leadership and management.

Information Session 2 (7 minutes) provides more details about online versions of NMI courses. Peek inside an actual online NMI course and learn what kind of assignments to expect and how to best participate.

Click here to start now!

We welcome your feedback and would be glad to answer any further questions at 602.496.0500 or nmi@asu.edu.

The Arizona Community Foundation has been awarded one of five coveted grants from the National Capacity Building Program announced yesterday by the Corporation for National & Community Service. The statewide Community Foundation has been awarded $220,000 to build and implement performance management systems to help achieve greater results for nonprofits in diverse communities.

Yesterday, the Corporation for National and Community Service announced the five grant awards totaling $1 million to increase the capacity of nonprofits to improve lives in communities facing economic hardships.

"Nonprofits are a critical engine and partner in our efforts to deliver vital services to those in need across the country," said Patrick A. Corvington, CEO of the Corporation, in a news release. "With millions of people and families facing uncertain futures, it is incumbent on us to better leverage resources to help the nonprofit sector drive community solutions. That's exactly what these funds will do."

The $220,000, two-year grant will help ACF and its partner organizations, the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits and FSG Social Impact Advisors, to provide performance management training and technical assistance to select nonprofits that aid working families in building and sustaining financial health in counties and reservations across Arizona.

The American Diabetes Association of Southern Arizona is seeking nominations for the Cure, Care & Commitment Awards. Nominees for the Cure, Care & Commitment Awards should exhibit the core values of the American Diabetes Association (trust, integrity, leadership, passion for making a difference, inclusion, and ownership) and will have made significant contributions to diabetes care, treatment, education, or research in Southern Arizona.

Do you run the public relations program for a nonprofit? Confused about media? Need to run a public relations campaign on a limited budget? Not sure where to start?

Get some free tips from PR pros at PRSA power lunches!

The PRSA Phoenix Chapter Community Relations Committee is now providing free power lunches for nonprofit professionals who want to learn more about public relations. These power lunches will help you:

• Gain insight into the world of PR from experienced pros
• Brainstorm ideas
• Network with PR professionals
• Increase your knowledge about local media opportunities
• Design public relations plans

The power lunches are designed to provide professionals in the nonprofit industry with the support and knowledge needed to begin or grow a public relations plan. Whether you are just starting out in the public relations industry or are looking to gain more experience, PRSA can help!

The US Airways Community Foundation has begun accepting grant applications for its fall 2010 funding cycle. The US Airways Community Foundation supports multi-year capital campaigns (bricks and mortar building projects only) for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations located in, and providing services in, the major metropolitan areas of Charlotte, Phoenix, Philadelphia and Washington, DC. Please note that only construction of a new building or major renovation/expansion of an existing facility is eligible for support.

The Arizona Summit on Volunteerism and Service-Learning will be held November 12 to 13 at Central Arizona College in Coolidge, AZ.

The Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits is hosting an in-depth strategic planning session for nonprofit, government, faith, and private partners interested in moving community collaborations from ideas to action. As a neutral convener, the Alliance will provide free facilitators to conduct discussions, as communities and teams within those communities find new collaborative ways to addressing urgent community issues.

Date / Time: August 27, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Prescott Public Library. 215 E Goodwin Street, Prescott, Arizona 86303.
Registration: Click here to register.

AFP member and President/CEO of the Cagney Company, Penelope Cagney, CFRE, will report on the more than two years of research she conducted for her new book, Nonprofit Consulting Essentials.

Penelope will share key highlights from her book, including the unique characteristics of nonprofit consulting, the primary areas of consultation (fundraising, marketing, governance and management), how to select and contract with consultants, and how to implement consultant recommendations.

AHC is hosting workshops across Arizona that are free of charge and open to anyone interested in learning more about the Arizona Humanities Council and its available resources, or how to write a competitive AHC grant proposal.

Eligible applicants for AHC grants and community programs include private nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations; local, tribal, and state governments; institutions of the federal government; academic institutions; and unincorporated organizations or groups that are constituted for nonprofit purposes. Out-of-state applicants are eligible only if their project's resulting programming takes place in Arizona. For more information about the Arizona Humanities Council, click here.

Cost: Free
Date / Time: September 7, 10:30 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Location: Pima County Public Library District, Joel D. Valdez Main Library, Lower Level Meeting Room. 101 North Stone Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85701.
Registration: Click here to register, or contact Erica Kinias, Grants Manager, for more information at ekinias@azhumanities.org.

The Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits in partnership with YANPI and the Yuma County Library District is pleased to present the Yuma Grants Forum. This forum connects grantseekers from nonprofits with funders to learn about grant opportunities and partnership. Scheduled presenters include:

• Maxine Royer, Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation
• Joanna de'Shay, APS
• Jill Christiansen, Arizona Community Foundation
• Sandi Perez, Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation

Laws and Legal Issues Affecting Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 110)
September 10 - 11: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday

Learn about the legal framework under which tax-exempt organizations operate and are regulated, including a discussion of the oversight responsibilities of the Internal Revenue Service and various state agencies as they relate to the nonprofit sector and tax-exempt organizations. Explore legal rights and fiduciary obligations of directors, trustees, officers and members of nonprofit organizations, including a discussion of conflicts of interest, private inurement, private benefit, excess benefit and self-dealing transactions. Also, learn about legal and tax implications related to fundraising, charitable giving, political activities and commercial activities of tax-exempt organizations.

Location: All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.

Visit http://www.regonline.com/2010_fall_nmi to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602.496.0500.

Basic Fundraising and Resource Development (NMI 106)
September 13 - October 4 (ONLINE)

One major challenge facing all nonprofit leaders today is ensuring that their organization has the financial resources it needs to meet its mission and serve its constituency. Learn the basics of ethical fundraising, how to manage the philanthropic process and develop plans that will ensure the effectiveness of staff and volunteers. This class is a prerequisite for NMI 126.

Visit http://www.regonline.com/2010_fall_nmi to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602.496.0500.

Whether you're a federal-grants veteran or a first-timer, this workshop will demystify the new world of federal grantsmanship and give you the up-to-the-minute tools, skills, and key resources you need to navigate its challenges with clarity and confidence.

Marketing for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 112)
September 17 - 18: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday

This course will provide principles and practices for marketing your nonprofit organization. You will also learn current strategies and techniques for successfully positioning your organization and developing a marketing plan.

Location: All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.

Visit http://www.regonline.com/2010_fall_nmi to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602.496.0500.

AHC is hosting workshops across Arizona that are free of charge and open to anyone interested in learning more about the Arizona Humanities Council and its available resources, or how to write a competitive AHC grant proposal.

Eligible applicants for AHC grants and community programs include private nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations; local, tribal, and state governments; institutions of the federal government; academic institutions; and unincorporated organizations or groups that are constituted for nonprofit purposes. Out-of-state applicants are eligible only if their project's resulting programming takes place in Arizona. For more information about the Arizona Humanities Council, click here.

The Grant Writing Training Foundation presents Federal Grants 101 - Understanding the Peer Review Process - Payson, AZ. This workshop will teach you what it's like to read and score grant applications once they're submitted for funding review.

Did you ever wonder what happens once you mail your grant application? What exactly is the peer review process? How can one grant application be awarded funding and another is rejected when both grant applicants filled out all of the forms and followed the instructions for writing the narrative? This dynamic session will take you through the grant application peer review process.

Working alone and in small peer review teams, Dr. Bev Browning will show you how to:

• Identify technical errors that can eliminate your grant application prior to it reaching the peer review process.
• Spot weaknesses in the grant application narrative.
• Write objective feedback for failed grant applicants.
• Work alone and in peer review teams to come to a group consensus on approvals and rejections.
• Turn weaknesses into strengths.
• Obtain skills that can carry over to your own grant writing efforts and improve your chances of winning a highly competitive grant award.

Participants will leave with the following learning outcomes:

Cost: $129 per person. Includes Perfect Phrases for Writing Grant Proposals (McGraw-Hill) - written by Dr. Bev Browning. Registration includes beverages and pastries. Sign up early, space is limited! Giveaways and handouts! Dr. Bev is a big draw!
Date/Time: September 24, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Best Western Payson Inn. 801 North Beeline Highway, Payson, AZ 85541-3709.
Registration: http://www.grantwritingbootcamp.us - Click on Sept. 24: Payson FG101 for information.
Information: 480.768.7400.

Banner Alzheimer's Institute (BAI) will host the 7th Annual Conference on Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia in Native Americans. This year's theme is "Weaving the Old with the New: Care Across the Memory Spectrum." Stage specific disease information and strategies will be provided by an expert faculty at this full-day program. This conference is intended for family and professional caregivers, community and health care educators and tribal leaders.

Date: Friday, September 24.
Location: Radisson Fort McDowell Resort.
Registration: For more information or to register, please contact Rose Ann Barton at 602.839.6918 or e-mail roseann.barton@bannerhealth.com.

The Press, Power and Politics (NMI 116)
September 24 - 25: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday

This course develops the knowledge and skills for nonprofit advocacy, including how to build a campaign, mobilize constituents for effective action, and organize public messaging. You’ll learn how nonprofits can make their "message" known to external groups and the techniques practitioners use when working with elected officials and media. The course will also cover the basic legal requirements for lobbying.

Location: All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.

Visit http://www.regonline.com/2010_fall_nmi 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 seminar providing an overall view of the general funding priorities and grantmaking of ACF. This ongoing seminar is intended to familiarize nonprofit organizations with ACF's grantmaking procedures and will provide information about ACF's current initiatives and funding opportunities.

What: An informal and interactive seminar with topics including:

• Funding priorities
• Grant cycles
• Eligibility requirements
• Components of ACF's online grant application
• The grant application review process

Who: All nonprofit organizations wishing to gain a better understanding of ACF's grantmaking and funding processes.
Date / Time: September 28. Held on the third Tuesday of every month, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Upcoming sessions include: October 26.
Location: Arizona Community Foundation. 2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 202, Phoenix, AZ 85016.
RSVP: Seating is limited; please RSVP to mholguin@azfoundation.org or 602.381.1400, ext. 2062. Remember to indicate which session you plan to attend.

Financial Management Principals for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 103)
October 1 - 2: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday

Analyze the principles of financial management for nonprofit organizations. Learn to apply the fundamentals of accounting, budgeting processes, cash flow analysis, expenditure control, long-range financial planning, audits, grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations. This class is a prerequisite for NMI 113.

Location: All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.

Visit http://www.regonline.com/2010_fall_nmi to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602.496.0500.

Get your board members on the right track! It is time for them to roll up their sleeves and take on more responsibility to help your organization reach sustainability. Using a train-the-trainer approach, Dr. Bev Browning will take nonprofit Board of Director members through a rigorous SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis of the organization each member represents. This session will also cover the A to Z basics of organizational, leadership, and resource development for board members.

Human Resource Management (NMI 102)
October 4 - 25 (ONLINE)

This course will provide you a foundation for human resource management, including complying with federal and state employment laws and compensation systems. You will learn practical and lawful strategies to develop human resource policies and job descriptions, retention strategies, and appropriate staffing structures.

Visit http://www.regonline.com/2010_fall_nmi to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602.496.0500.

Social Entrepreneurship (NMI 121)
October 8 - 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday

This course introduces you to how nonprofit organizations are earning income and diversifying funding through social entrepreneurship. You will compare nonprofit to for-profit business and learn the difference between social entrepreneurship and social enterprise. You’ll also learn how to recognize opportunity and alternative revenue models, as well as develop organizational structures and nontraditional funding to launch your own nonprofit organization’s social venture.

Location: All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.

Visit http://www.regonline.com/2010_fall_nmi to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602.496.0500.

The ASU Lodestar Center is pleased to collaborate with the Greater Arizona Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) to offer "From Red to Black: Innovative Thinking for Generating Income and Resources."

We are excited to present Kay Sprinkel Grace, Clara Miller, and Steven G. Seleznow as our Conference Keynote speakers.

Click here for a full agenda with listings of all conference workshops and presenters.

Cost: $198 for general Early Bird registration. Don't procrastinate! Our Early Bird discount saves you 10% on registration until September 14th! Other affiliation discounts are outlined here.
Date: October 14 - 15.
Location: Desert Willow Conference Center. Phoenix, AZ.
Registration: Click here to register.

Managing Volunteer Effectiveness (NMI 109)
October 22 - 23: 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.

Location: All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.

Visit http://www.regonline.com/2010_fall_nmi 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 seminar providing an overall view of the general funding priorities and grantmaking of ACF. This ongoing seminar is intended to familiarize nonprofit organizations with ACF's grantmaking procedures, and will provide information about ACF's current initiatives and funding opportunities.

What: An informal and interactive seminar with topics including:

• Funding priorities
• Grant cycles
• Eligibility requirements
• Components of ACF's online grant application
• The grant application review process

Who: All nonprofit organizations wishing to gain a better understanding of ACF's grantmaking and funding processes.
Date / Time : October 26. Held on the third Tuesday of every month, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: Arizona Community Foundation. 2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 202, Phoenix, AZ 85016.
RSVP: Seating is limited; please RSVP to mholguin@azfoundation.org or 602.381.1400, ext. 2062. Remember to indicate which session you plan to attend.

Diversity Strategies for the Nonprofit Organization (NMI 119)
October 29 - 30: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday

In this course, you’ll learn how fostering diversity among staff, volunteers, and board members can strengthen an organization’s ability to serve its clients and fulfill its mission. You’ll also learn to identify layers of diversity and adapt strategies for recruiting, retaining, and mentoring diverse cultures and constituencies within your organization.

Location: All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.

Visit http://www.regonline.com/2010_fall_nmi to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602.496.0500.

Arizona Grantmakers Forum is pleased to announce their 4th Annual Art of Giving Luncheon, featuring Craig Kielburger, the young, dynamic founder of Free the Children (FTC). FTC is the world's leading youth-driven charity, having built more than 500 schools in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Craig's topic will be "The World Needs your Kid: Raising Children Who Care and Contribute." His presentation will include lessons on nurturing families to care about the world around them. It will renew your faith in the capacity of young people to address global problems and inspire you and your family to get involved, as well as pass on that inspiration and action to others. To learn more about Craig, his brother Marc, and their nonprofit work, check out a video by clicking here.

They will also be celebrating AGF's ten-year anniversary by providing a grant to a local, youth-driven charity - New Global Citizens. For more information about this event, please click here.

The Grant Writing Training Foundation, in partnership with the Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce, is hosting a workshop on grant proposals and contract bids. The workshop, which is facilitated by Dr. Bev Browning, will cover how to find grant funding and contract bidding opportunities, how to write award-winning grant proposals and contract bidding narratives, and describe other competitive edge skills and tips for grant proposals and contract bids.

Who should attend:

• Government employees
• School district employees
• Nonprofit employees
• Nonprofit volunteers
• Nonprofit Board of Directors
• Faith-based employees
• Faith-based volunteers
• Faith-based Board of Directors
• For-profit business owners (newly forming and existing)

Description: The Arizona Students' Association (ASA) seeks a full-time Executive Director for a statewide student advocacy association. The Executive Director is responsible for overall management and operation of the Arizona Students' Association and has the general authority with respect to its business and affairs, while ensuring compliance with directives from the ASA Board of Directors. The Executive Director manages the ASA Central Office, hires and manages ASA staff, oversees ASA initiatives and campaigns, manages and implements advocacy efforts, and performs or directs all necessary tasks required by the Association as authorized by the Board.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate has a proven ability to foster coordination and cooperation among diverse groups. He or she will be committed to getting results in a fast-paced environment and able to handle a heavy workload with a multitude of responsibilities.

The Executive Director will have:

• A bachelor's degree
• Experience in grass-roots organizing and advocacy
• Two or more years' staff management experience
• Two or more years' budgeting experience
• An ability and willingness to work and travel outside the standard business schedule

Knowledge about student governments and/or state student associations and Arizona's public university system is a plus, but not a requirement.

Description: American Cancer Society is seeking a dynamic individual responsible for leading staff and volunteers in achieving specific income and program goals in the Phoenix Metro market. Responsibilities include cultivating strategic corporate relationships that assist in advancing the mission of their organization. This position develops relationships with key business, civic, political and professional leaders throughout the district. This position also assures that division resources, staff and volunteers are effectively engaged in cancer control and income development activities specific to established outcomes. Seeking opportunities to better serve diverse constituents affected by cancer and ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local laws and regulations are also job requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience, plus five years' experience with fundraising, business, sales/marketing, and/or health agency
• Three years' supervisory experience
• Ability to analyze benchmarks data
• Ability to travel extensively (may be required depending on business needs)
• Physical and mental stamina to withstand a long work day
• Reliable transportation

Description: Cultural Leadership is seeking a highly motivated professional with strong organization skills and innovative ideas to serve as its next Executive Director. Primary responsibilities include ensuring effective and efficient day-to-day functioning of the organization; working with the Board of Directors to make certain the organization has a long-range strategy based on its mission and goals; and managing staff, including a Program Director, Development Director, and Administrative Assistant. The Executive Director will also provide leadership and oversight in program development, financial planning, and fundraising; maintain official records and documents and ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws, statutes and regulations; and maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field of nonprofit management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
• Five+ years of work experience with some experience in at least one of the following areas:
  • Fundraising
  • Accounting, budgeting, finance
  • Program development and evaluation
  • Education
• Nonprofit and/or management experience a plus
• Knowledge about social justice issues with particular emphasis on African-American and/or Jewish culture and history
• Keen attention to detail

How to Apply: Please mail a cover letter, resume or CV, and two references with phone numbers to the following address:
Cultural Leadership
225 Linden Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63105
Or e-mail to admin@culturalleadership.org.

Description: Habitat for Humanity is searching for a manager for a building materials and household items retail store. Applicants must love working with all types of people and be highly motivated workers, possess a thorough knowledge of retail practices and merchandising, and be responsible for total retail store efforts including administration/paper work and solicitation of all donated inventory. Other job duties include supervision of employees and volunteers, marketing and PR, and all day-to-day operations. The job requires interfacing with employees, volunteers, individual and corporate donors, and the general public. A ReStore sells donated building materials, furniture and household items to raise money to help build Habitat for Humanity homes. Knowledge of the construction industry, ability to drive a forklift, and Spanish speaking skills are all a plus. Salary range is $2,500 to $3,750 per month depending on experience.

Qualifications: Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and minimum five years' retail management experience. Position requires excellent people skills and negotiation skills. Experience supervising staff is required. Applicants must also have a passion for the overall mission of Habitat for Humanity.

Description: Bible League International is currently seeking a highly motivated, persuasive individual to build, manage, and sustain donor relationships and raise funds to support the ministry. This territory will cover the Southwest Region of the United States.

Qualifications: Applicants should be a Christian, have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and also agree with the Bible League's Statement of Faith. Candidates should have a minimum of five years' successful fundraising experience for a nonprofit or charitable organization, or equivalent experience in a related field such as field sales or territory management. Individual should also be knowledgeable of the area's evangelical community and have an understanding of fundraising as a stewardship ministry. Excellent communication, presentation, and time management skills are required, as well as a college degree or equivalent. This individual will work out of a home office and ideally will have worked out of a home office previously. Frequent travel throughout the region is required with limited overnight travel. Candidate must reside in the Southwest Region of the United States.

Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act Section 702, the Bible League has the right to and will only hire candidates who agree with the Bible League's Statement of Faith and profess Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.

Description: The Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations will manage the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of corporate donors and sponsors and foundation donors. S/he will also assist with developing department goals, strategies, donor recognition, and communications. This position will also be expected to collaborate with other departments to determine funding needs and to develop substance for proposals to corporations and foundations.

This position is full-time, and occasional nights, evenings, and weekends are required. Occasional travel is a possibility.

Qualifications: Applicants should possess the following:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or a minimum of two years' related fundraising experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred 
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytic, written, computer, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
• Ability to multi-task, effectively manage concurrent processes/projects, and ability to focus on the small but important details in all projects
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure while maintaining a sense of humor

How to Apply: Qualified candidates may submit their cover letters and resumes to:

Description: Glencroft Retirement Community, a Christian community, has an opening for a Development Assistant. This position is 20 hours per week and is responsible for maintaining donor records, preparing thank you letters, producing development reports, maintaining relations with donors, and assisting with fundraising activities. This position pays $11/hour.

Qualifications: Knowledge of Raiser's Edge software is a plus.

Description: The program coordinator for annual giving will coordinate activities and functions of the student call center (Tell-a-Devil Network) in coordination with other annual giving staff members. The position will ensure goals and objectives are accomplished in accordance with priorities, time, and funding limitations or other specifications, under administrative direction of the director of annual giving. This position will assist in the recruiting, hiring, training, and management of student workers and student supervisors. The program coordinator is an integral part of the development team and shares responsibility for cultivating a sustainable flow of revenue by inspiring ASU's more than 300,000 alumni to invest in their alma mater.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment and three years' administrative/program coordinator experience (background in development or annual giving preferred)
• Knowledge of SmartCall and Advance or similar calling or donor database systems
• Knowledge of departmental budgeting and analysis
• Ability to discern and maintain highly confidential information
• Knowledge and skill in the use of MS Office software

Description: The Major and Institutional Gifts Manager is responsible for directly identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding institutional and major individual gifts, developing an "in kind" gifting solicitation strategy and serving as a key relationship manager. This position will work collaboratively with the Director of Development to create individual and institutional giving strategies to ensure that general operating, endowment, capital and special program or project funding priorities are met.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree from an accredited university
• Minimum of five years' senior development and/or community relations experience in a nonprofit organization
• Demonstrated track record in successfully soliciting and securing major gifts
• Database management experience; Raiser's Edge or Tessitura preferred
• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong social skills, demonstrating a comfort level interfacing with donors and patrons
• Attention to detail and high level organizational skills
• Background in the arts or as an arts consumer preferable

Description: The Events and Outreach Manager is responsible for the development and production of various public and private donor events designed to cultivate, steward, and recognize donors and prospects. This position also has principal responsibility for the annual opera gala and is the principal liaison to the Arizona Opera Leagues in Phoenix, Tucson, Prescott, and Sedona. Additional responsibilities include grant writing and department support. Donor stewardship and personal interaction is integral to this position. Support will be provided for special projects.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Annual Opera Ball - committee liaison, contract negotiations, sales, funding, and production
• Public and Private Events - donor benefit fulfillment, cultivation, and outreach
• Opera Receptions - intermission receptions at all performances
• Opera League Liaison - interact with leagues to assist in fundraising activities
• Donor Interaction - stewardship and personal interaction
• Grant Request Support - preparation, writing, and coordination
• Department Support - assist Director of Development in special projects

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree from accredited university
• Minimum of four years' fundraising, marketing, and public relations experience
• Strong database management experience; Raiser's Edge or Tessitura preferred
• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office and design applications
• Background in the arts or as an arts consumer preferable
• Nonprofit experience a plus

Description: The Fundraising Campaign Manager oversees annual and renewal fundraising campaigns with direct mail, e-mail, and personal interaction and is responsible for tracking and reporting results. The position is also responsible for donor benefit fulfillment by insuring that patrons receive appropriate seating, recognition, accommodation, and other benefits. The position manages the development database and is the primary source for reporting on development revenue. The position manages grant cycles, prepares grants with team assistance, and ensures that grant requests and reports are filed accurately and on time.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Fundraising campaigns - annual, anniversary, year end, and individual
• Donor benefit fulfillment - stewardship and personal interaction
• Database management - input, list preparation, and gift entry/acknowledgment
• Financial tracking, projections, and reporting
• Grant management - tracking, writing, coordinating, preparing, and submitting
• Event support - annual ball and event outreach

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree from accredited university
• Minimum of four years' fundraising, marketing, and public relations experience
• Strong database management experience; Raiser's Edge or Tessitura preferred
• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office and design applications
• Background in the arts or as an arts consumer preferable
• Nonprofit experience a plus

Description: Phoenix Art Museum is looking for a Circles Relations Officer to manage and expand the Museum's Major Donor Circles of Support membership program for individuals through research, cultivation, recruitment, and retention of individual donors at the $1,500 to $10,000 level.

Job duties include the following:

• Create strategic annual/multiannual fundraising, cultivation, and stewardship plans to ensure fundraising goals are met
• Initiate contact and meet with current and prospective donors to solicit unrestricted donations
• Manage programs to maintain current annual donors, recapture lapsed donors, and develop strategies to increase participation by securing new members and upgrading current members
• Prepare annual budget for Circles revenue and expenses; manage to ensure goals and projections are met
• Coordinate quarterly meetings and manage the goals and objectives of the Advisory Committee
• Support the Advisory Committee to cultivate new donors, re-engage lapsed members, and develop strategies for the program
• Oversee the planning and coordination of all donor recognition and cultivation events for Circles members

Qualifications: For information about minimum qualifications, click here.

How to Apply: Please submit cover letter, resume, and salary history to job code ASU-CROF:

Human Resources Manager
Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N. Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004-1685
HR@phxart.org
Fax: 602.257.2127

Description: The Major Gift Officer (MGO) is an external fundraiser with responsibility for engaging a portfolio of individuals, corporations and foundations that have a potential affinity with ASU's health-related programs. This position will work within specific numerical contact objectives. Effectiveness will be evaluated on the basis of achievement of proposal-based financial projections and performance based metrics. The MGO will become a subject-matter expert in fundable priorities related to ASU's College of Nursing and Health Innovation and will serve as a resource for development officers and other professional staff. This position will not have managerial oversight responsibilities. 

The MGO is responsible for managing a portfolio of 150 major gifts prospects, with independent responsibility to develop and execute solicitation strategies ($25,000+) for each prospect, conducting and recording at least 15 out-of-office appointments with prospective investors monthly, using these appointments to move the prospect toward a philanthropic investment in ASU, and collaborate with colleagues to craft successful, donor-centric proposals that cross unit boundaries and respond to the challenges addressed by a New American University. This position may work evenings, weekends, or long hours to meet fundraising commitments.

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.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, advanced degree preferred and at least three years of major gifts fundraising experience managing a dynamic portfolio of prospects, preferably in higher education
• Strong and collegial interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person, writing, and by phone
• Able to secure personal appointments and qualify new prospects
• An advocate's belief in the vision of ASU as the New American University
• Ability to prepare complex and detailed proposals and related materials
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable working in donor/prospect computer database systems
• Documented success in personally implementing sophisticated, multi-year cultivation strategies leading to successful gift closure
• Adept at navigating complex environments with evolving priorities and communication plans
• Demonstrable experience in stewardship plans leading to additional investments 

Description: St. Joseph the Worker is seeking a Special Events and Outreach Coordinator to fundraise, increase awareness and mobilize the community to help homeless individuals regain their self-sufficiency.

Duties include planning and implementing fundraising events, coordinating the agency's volunteer program, overseeing the website and media relations, newsletters and mass e-mails, workplace giving drives, public speaking engagements, and developing other opportunities to reach out to the community for support.

They are seeking a team player willing to fill in any role of this small agency, from assisting with client services to administrative duties as needed. SJW is dedicated to helping clients succeed through employment, and they enjoy a professional yet fun workplace environment, generous time off, paid holidays and excellent benefits including employer paid health insurance and a 403B retirement plan.

Qualifications: Candidates should have two years' experience in event planning, public relations, marketing or development for a nonprofit or community-based organization. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are essential for success in this role, as well as a passion for and commitment to serving homeless and previously incarcerated individuals.

Description: This position builds and expands upon the foundation's mission of improving oral health for Arizonans. Reporting to the Vice-President of Philanthropy and Community Relations, who oversees the foundation's activities, this position will be critical to the success of fundraising, resource development, communications and donor relations. Special projects as assigned by Delta leadership are involved.

The Development Associate is responsible for the following duties:

• Updating and implementing fundraising plan including annual giving, tax credit campaign, major gifts, special events, and planned gifts
• Coordinating and executing annual fundraising events
• Managing budgets and preparing reports on fundraising events
• Soliciting sponsorships and in-kind contributions to reach fundraising goals
• Coordinating logistics and communications for assigned committees and events
• Tracking contributions, updating Gift Works database, preparing and mailing donations receipts
• Writing and submitting grant applications to fund foundation programs

Description: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix is seeking an experienced Resource Development Manager.

This is a high-visibility position requiring excellent time-management and interpersonal skills. As liaison to their volunteer council with approximately 70 active members and 174 participating members, this job presents unique opportunities to raise funds for the valley's premier nonprofit agency.

The primary focus of this position is to provide leadership to the council in their fundraising efforts for the organization. Such activities include hosting The Taste, golf tournaments, individual solicitations and other relationship-building and fundraising activities.

Qualifications: Applicants must have the following skills and accomplishments:

• Senior-level fundraising experience
• Experience with coordinating major special-events
• Demonstrated success in fundraising in excess of $1M per year
• Leadership experience in budget management
• Significant experience in the nonprofit sector
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage remote teams and motivate volunteers
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Ideal candidate will be mission-driven

How to Apply: Please submit resume with salary range to:
Human Resources, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix
2645 N. 24th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Fax: 602.312.1331
www.bgcmp.org

Description: The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) is an external fundraiser with responsibility for engaging a portfolio of individuals, corporations and foundations that have a potential affinity with ASU's health-related programs. This position will work within specific numerical contact objectives. Effectiveness will be evaluated on the basis of achievement of proposal-based financial projections and performance-based metrics. The MGO will become a subject-matter expert in fundable priorities related to ASU's College of Nursing and Health Innovation and will serve as a resource for development officers and other professional staff. This position will not have managerial oversight responsibilities.

As a member of the ASU Foundation for A New American University's development team, the MGO will participate in development activities on a university level. This position will report to the associate vice president of constituent development at the ASU Foundation for A New American University with a liaison relationship to the dean of nursing and health innovation and the college's chief of strategic partnerships.

Description: The Corporate and Foundation Manager (C&F Manager) is responsible for handling all projects within the gift processing area of the development department. These projects will include working with annual fund and capital campaign gifts, account reconciliations, corporate matching gift programs, donor reports, importing/exporting data, and other development projects. The C&F Manager provides data quality controls and data management on the Access fundraising system. This position also handles all development office mailings.

Major duties include developing and maintaining donor database, special events, and collecting updates for agency communications (newsletters, annual report, web updates).

Qualifications: Applicants should possess the following qualities:

• Ability to proficiently make mathematical calculations
• Excellent communication skills, must be detail oriented, with a seasoned understanding of development and its processes/procedures, with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with nonprofit databases. Expert level of working knowledge for Microsoft Office and its fundraising application in Access is preferred
• Must be able to coordinate, and conduct various meetings
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community partners
• Working understanding of development processes
• Seven+ years' experience in a nonprofit setting with an emphasis on database management
• Proven experience in managing large mailing projects
• Excellent attention to detail, problem solving and time management skills

Description: The Development Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development efforts of John C. Lincoln Health Foundation (JCLHF) with a primary focus on Desert Mission's community service programs. Working with various constituencies, including staff, senior management and the Desert Mission Board of Directors, this position will work with the Director of Major Gifts to identify, cultivate and solicit gifts. This position will also serve as the primary point of contact for all community outreach efforts, as well as providing assistance with network special events.

The Development Coordinator oversees the community outreach needs and develops opportunities for Desert Mission (DM) and its community service programs; supports the fundraising initiative of Desert Mission; partners with Desert Mission Leadership and Program Directors; maintains knowledge of the John C. Lincoln Health Network (JCLHN) and the John C. Lincoln Health Foundation (JCLHF) Funding Priorities and actively participates in special events and fund raising for these areas as needed; coordinates with Director of Major Gifts, Foundation and Marketing on all recognition, public relations and collateral materials for Desert Mission and its community service programs.

Qualifications: Interested applicants should have a bachelor's degree in business, fundraising, communication, public relations, marketing or related field; or a high school diploma, or equivalent. They should also have at least four years' related work experience in addition to minimum experience years' requirement. They should also have two to four years' related fundraising, customer service or project management experience.

Description: The Grants Manager position has primary responsibility for government (federal and state) grant acquisition, reporting, collection of cost reimbursement, and has secondary responsibility for private (corporate and foundation) grant acquisition and reporting.

The Grants Manager crafts, constructs, and submits effective grant applications; is in charge of post-award grant management; and researches, identifies, and matches funding resources to meet specific Network needs. The position also deals with program planning, development and outcome measurement; general production of fundraising materials outside of the public funds arena; and general support of grants development and the foundation's general fundraising efforts.

Qualifications: Applicants should have a bachelor's degree with an emphasis in human services, business management, or related field; five years in nonprofit or healthcare field, with two of those years involving writing and managing government grants; and knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Description: The Prospect Coordinator is responsible for identifying and profiling individual, corporate, and foundation donors, and researches prospects for major gifts, endowed gifts, special project funding, and annual/sustaining support. This position will provide written reports about specific donors and prospects, containing an analysis of information gathered from public sources.

The Project Coordinator proactively and independently plans and executes strategies to identify sources of major donors and grantors using creative research techniques and electronic searching methodologies to ensure that Network-wide fundraising initiatives have sufficient prospects to meet fundraising goals. The position will also provide high-level research and analysis on individuals, corporations, and foundations using a wide variety of biographical, organizational and financial sources, including state-of-the-art online database services, Internet websites, library and government sources and other external repositories of public information. The Project Coordinator will be expected to compose documents (profiles, biographies, project summaries) using style, grammar and content appropriate to specific audiences, develop and execute strategies to ensure that newly identified prospects are presented and assigned to appropriate foundation fundraisers in a timely manner, support the foundation fundraising team, and maintain and develop professional relationships with local prospect researchers, as well as national and local associations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in humanics, nonprofit or business management, social sciences, or other related field
• Three years in a fundraising or related field with two of those years consisting of individual and/or grant development research, particularly with prospecting
• Microsoft Office, experience with research tools and mechanisms, such as LexisNexis

Description: UMOM New Day Centers, the largest homeless shelter for families in the State of Arizona, is recruiting for the position of Chief Fund Development Officer. The Chief Fund Development Officer (CFDO), a key member of UMOM's management team, reports to the CEO and is responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of the organization's fundraising operations, marketing, and volunteer services. UMOM's annual contributed revenue of approximately $2 million is comprised of contributions from individuals, corporations, foundations, government, planned giving, direct mail, and special events. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Six years or more in a senior fundraising position with strong knowledge of fundraising operations, infrastructure, and policies and procedures
• Experience in managing and growing a comprehensive, multi-faceted fundraising operation
• Responsibility for managing own portfolio of major gifts
• Track record of consistently meeting annual fundraising goals
• Experience managing and mentoring staff in all areas of development
• Experience developing strategic plans and implementing programs and systems
• Experience developing and managing budgets
• Experience with Matchmaker or comparable fundraising software

Description: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (SCPA), a division of the Scottsdale Cultural Council (SCC), seeks to hire a Director of Marketing and Audience Engagement. This position reports to the Vice President of the Scottsdale Cultural Council/Director of the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. The Marketing Director is a member of the SCPA senior staff and is responsible for leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategy that maximizes attendance and revenue for the organization's diverse menu of multi-disciplinary performances, festivals, fundraising events and educational/life-long learning programs. This position will provide effective leadership and a collaborative approach to pursuing opportunities for audience engagement and cross-marketing with a variety of community partners and divisions of the SCC.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications: Include, but are not limited to:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in marketing, arts administration with an emphasis in marketing for performing arts or a related field is required; a master's degree in an applicable field is desirable
• Minimum of seven years of progressive arts marketing leadership is required, with current experience at a senior management level
• Demonstrated accomplishments and achievements in the area of marketing, promotions and audience development with a broad knowledge and successful use of current marketing practices, including print, broadcast, digital advertising campaigns, web-based promotions, pricing and sales strategies
• Leadership skills in managing a full-time staff
• Excellent oral and written professional communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, combined with resourcefulness and demonstrated creativity in marketing
• Excellent computer and technology skills, including knowledge of, and a strong interest in, electronic media as a current and future marketing tool
• Familiarity with database and customer relation management (CRM) systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)

Description: Scottsdale Cultural Council seeks an Application Specialist to provide ongoing support, project management and user training for the Tessitura software system. SCC is an arts and culture 501(c)(3) that administers the arts through the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and Scottsdale Public Art. The position works with Tessitura software, a fully integrated database software system for arts and cultural organizations to record, track and manage contacts with ticket buyers, donors and prospects, and with users insuring data accuracy, standardization, entry protocol, support and training. The Application Specialist also serves as project manager to customize Tessitura and related applications to match business practices.

Qualifications: Applicants are required to have a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years' technical experience, or a combination of education/experience. SQL highly valued. Tessitura software, development, and ticketing experience desired, but not required.

Description: Save the Family, an east valley nonprofit, seeks a Director of Property Development to supervise/perform maintenance and upkeep of 185 housing units and administrative buildings utilizing staff, volunteers, and vendors. $45-60k DOE.

Qualifications: Candidates must have experience in property acquisition and contract management. Benefits included.

Description: The Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the Public Allies Arizona program operated by the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation. Public Allies is a national youth leadership organization that currently serves fifteen communities throughout the country. The primary program is a ten-month long apprenticeship and leadership development program for young adults ages 18-30, funded through AmeriCorps, and based in the values of collaboration, continuous learning, inclusion, focus on assets, and integrity.

The Program Coordinator will be the primary support for twelve to fifteen Allies as they go through the program, and will also serve as the Training and Leadership Development coordinator.

The position is housed at the ASU Downtown Campus at the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation. As an ASU employee, the position includes a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement and tuition reimbursement.

This is a grant funded position. Initial employment is contingent upon grant funding; continued employment is dependent upon availability of funding and satisfactory performance. 

Description: The Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the Public Allies Arizona program operated by the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation. Public Allies is a national youth leadership organization that currently serves fifteen communities throughout the country. The primary program is a ten-month long apprenticeship and leadership development program for young adults ages 18-30, funded through AmeriCorps, and based in the values of collaboration, continuous learning, inclusion, focus on assets, and integrity.

The Program Coordinator will be the primary support for twelve to fifteen Allies as they go through the program, and will also serve as the Recruitment and Community Outreach coordinator.

The position is housed at the ASU Downtown Campus at the ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation. As an ASU employee, the position includes a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement and tuition reimbursement.

This is a grant funded position. Initial employment is contingent upon grant funding; continued employment is dependent upon availability of funding and satisfactory performance. 

Description: This position will work in a campaign environment where coordination with, and support of, other campaign personnel will be essential. This position will:

• Present the campaign's brand and message to thousands of people through hosted, invited, or self-organized events in West Valley communities
• Facilitate strategic actions among the growing list of supporters to influence decision-makers and key stakeholders
• Manifest support-building activities with letters, organizational endorsements, signatures, and phone calls to campaign targets
• Envision and facilitate strategies to garner support from key targets which will likely include activities such as field outings, house parties, and other creative outreach means
• Work with AWC Deputy Director to develop outreach materials, monitor media outlets, and generate appropriate feedback/response from supporters

Frequent travel will occur throughout the West Valley with less frequent but consistent travel to more remote federal lands within the campaign's purview. Frequent evening and occasional weekend work will be necessary; therefore, a flexible schedule will be developed.

Qualifications: This position will be filled by one who knows how to effectively organize community support for public interest initiatives. While the applicant should have some basic understanding of public land policy and effective conservation messages, the Coalition is particularly interested in those who have, or can form, strategic relationships with stakeholders. Spanish proficiency is a plus.

Description: Fresh Start Women's Foundation is seeking an Education Services Coordinator to coordinate the activities and functions of the Education Services Program at the Jewell-McFarland Lewis Fresh Start Women's Resource Center. This position works 30 hours per week and should be available to work some evenings and Saturdays.

Job requirements include the following:

• Managing scheduling, registration, and classroom setup of daily workshops and seminars, including coordination of details with workshop facilitators
• Recruiting, scheduling, and managing volunteers in the community to present workshops in English and Spanish
• Collecting, inputting, and reporting data on program progress
• Preparing content for seasonal program catalog

Qualifications: Applicants should possess the following:

• High school diploma/GED
• Associate's degree preferred
• One+ years of experience working in the nonprofit or social services sector
• One+ year as an assistant or coordinator
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook
• Fluency in English and Spanish, both verbal and written

How to Apply: Please e-mail resume and cover letter to chanson@fswf.org and lnovick@fswf.org, or fax Attn: Chloe Hanson Hebert and Leslie Novick to 602.257.9691. Please include your salary requirements in your cover letter. No phone calls, please.

Description: This position ensures the delivery of Red Cross programs in Mohave and La Paz Counties. This is largely accomplished through the recruitment and development of volunteers, as well as the process of building partnerships with businesses, community and local government agencies. This position is responsible for the delivery of Emergency Services and Health and Safety programs. The Program Manager will also oversee volunteer management and provide support for fundraising activities. This position participates in disaster response planning, chapter-wide responses, and providing on-call support.

Qualifications: Applicants should possess the following:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in nonprofit management, volunteer management, emergency management, or a related field
• Knowledge of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery activities
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Three+ years' experience in nonprofit, volunteer, and/or emergency management

Red Cross experience is preferred. Experience in project management, building relationships, and diverse cultures is also highly preferred.

How to Apply: Please submit a resume with a cover letter by mail or e-mail. Resumes will not be accepted without a cover letter. This position will remain open until filled. EOE.

Description: The High School Program Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the organization's high school program. Responsibilities include ensuring programming is developed and implemented for high school students and providing support to the site coordinators at Arizona Quest for Kids High Schools. This position also maintains high school student files and monitors grades, attendance, and participation on a semester basis. The Program Manager also retains and organizes all high school program electronic files.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will respond effectively to the needs of a diverse and demanding student, parent, and mentor population. He or she will also possess knowledge of colleges, their academic programs, admission policies, standardized testing, and financial aid policies and procedures. Candidates must be, at a minimum, conversationally bilingual in the English and Spanish languages and possess a bachelor's degree in administration, education, or business (master's degree is preferred). Experience in relevant areas may suffice for the type of degree. Also, a minimum of two years in college admissions, high school counseling, or youth development is expected. Candidates must successfully complete a background check, and have reliable transportation, a valid Arizona driver's license, and proof of current automobile insurance. Applicants should be able to work some nights and weekends.

Description: The primary responsibility of this position is to direct and manage the case aide staff. This position represents case aides at staff meetings and management meetings. Some responsibilities include the following:

• Schedules, trains, orients, supervises, and evaluates case aide staff
• Works variety of shifts to observe, train, and motivate staff (on call 24/7)
• Monitors client chores, activities, and medication
• Documents, monitors, and implements document requirements of all log books
• Assumes responsibility for facility quarterly fire alarm drills and first aid kit maintenance and submission of documentation
• Assists in inventory control and secures Facility Treatment Program Center property and supplies

Qualifications: Candidates with a bachelor's degree in a social services or mental health field are preferred. Other qualifications include the following:

• Two to five years' supervisory experience
• Two years' experience in a behavioral health field
• Ability to perform general janitorial duties, including bending, moving furniture, heavy and light cleaning, and carrying up to 40 lbs
• Experience with the Native American population is preferred
• Valid Arizona driver's license
• Valid CPR, first aid, and fingerprint certificates (after hire)

Description: The Valley of the Sun YMCA is looking for a candidate to coordinate program activities planned for young adult males participating in the South Mountain YMCA Evening Reporting Center (ERC) Intervention program. The coordinator will implement academic, cultural, and cognitive development program strategies in accordance with Maricopa Country grant measurements. Duties include intake and eligibility assessment, development of service strategies for participants, supervision of youth, coordination with the County Probation department, and monitoring of current and former students for outcome tracking purposes.

Qualifications: Ideal candidates will possess two or more years' experience in working with young adults in an Intervention/Prevention setting. Bilingual ability in Spanish is highly desirable.

Description: The Boys & Girls Clubs of the East Valley is accepting resumes for area director. This position provides leadership and direction for overall daily operations of more than one designated branch within the East Valley with the primary concern for programs and service delivery, supervision and training of staff, facilities management, community relations and membership administration. The area director advises and assists branch executives in the areas of volunteers, facility management, personnel issues, budget development, branch boards, resource development, and programs. Responsible for accountability of goals set for branch and organization. The salary range for this position is $55,000-60,000 a year depending on experience.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience
• A minimum of five years' work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people, with an additional two years' experience at the branch executive level, or equivalent experience
• Thorough knowledge of recreation and youth development theory
• Demonstrated ability in working with branch boards
• Demonstrated ability in personnel supervision, facilities management, and the recruitment and retention of key personnel
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to deal effectively with members' discipline problems
• Working knowledge of budget preparation, control, and management
• Skills in fund-raising events

Description: The ASU Lodestar Center is searching for a Senior Program Coordinator for Capacity Building Initiatives. The senior program coordinator performs work of considerable difficulty in the management, planning, development and implementation of activities for the Center in accordance with external grant deliverables and within the mission of the Center. 

The position requires significant experience and nonprofit expertise to develop and guide the Center's programmatic offerings. The incumbent works with key on-campus and off-campus stakeholder groups to plan and implement a range of capacity building efforts that accentuate the Center's role as the "knowledge and tools leader for nonprofit effectiveness."

Qualifications: Applications must possess one of the following: bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment and four years' administrative/coordinate program experience; or, master's degree in field appropriate to area of assignment and two years' administrative/coordinate program experience; or, eight years of progressively responsible administrative/coordinate program experience; or, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Applicants are also encouraged, though not required to have experience working with diverse groups and accepting broad ideas, managing group processes and reaching consensus, and managing a nonprofit organization. A demonstrated knowledge of the Arizona nonprofit sector and the Arizona higher education system is also desired.

How to Apply: For more information, or to apply, please click here. Applications will continue to be accepted and considered until this search has closed.

Description: The Boys & Girls Clubs of the East Valley is currently accepting resumes from qualified individuals for the Branch Executive position at their Grant Woods-Mesa Branch. This position directs, oversees and manages the daily operations of the branch with primary concern for program and service delivery, supervision and training of staff, facilities management, fundraising, community relations, budget development and administration, branch board development, and membership administration. The salary range for this position is $37-40,500 per year plus benefits DOE.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates must have a minimum of five years' full-time work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization, experience with branch operations, supervising staff and fiscal management, along with a four-year degree from an accredited university, or equivalent experience.

Description: Native American Connections is offering a dynamic opportunity to administer clinical assessments and provide therapeutic and support services through individual counseling and group work with both homeless transitional aged youth (ages 18 to 21) and those in transitional housing. This opportunity provides a key position on an SAMHSA grant. This position will be expected to do the following:

• Provide success plan recommendations to Youth Development Coordinators and other HomeBase Youth Services (HBYS) staff based on clinical interactions and assessment tools administered
• Provide substance abuse and general mental health counseling to individuals, families, groups, or significant others as necessary
• Provide supervision and/or consultation to employees and interns within the Clinical Services department
• Research, develop, and present new psycho-educational groups

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in clinical social work, counseling, or closely related discipline (master's preferred)
• Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners Licensure preferred
• Three to five years' specialized experience in social services working with the general mental health and/or substance abuse population
• Three to five years' supervisory experience
• Skill in the application of DSM-IV methodology and Motivational Interviewing
• Experience in working with the homeless population and/or substance abuse preferred

Description: Native American Connections is offering a dynamic opportunity to administer clinical assessments and provide therapeutic and support services through individual counseling and group work with both homeless transitional aged youth (ages 18 to 21) and those in transitional housing.

Description: Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, the Case Manager provides intake, orientation, and case management services for clients participating in Native American Connections programs.

Qualifications: Master's degree or bachelor's degree in behavioral health field with two years' experience, or Associate of Arts degree in a behavioral health field with four years' experience (Behavioral Health Technician). The successful applicant will understand the dynamics of chemical dependency and demonstrate the ability to integrate that knowledge for practical application. S/he should know the economic, educational and social problems of Native Americans and referral sources available. Bilingual-Spanish ability is preferred.

How to Apply: Send resume or completed application to: NAC, 4520 N. Central, Suite 600, Phoenix, AZ 85012; fax to 602.256.7356 or e-mail to m.stilwell@nativeconnections.org. Visit www.nativeconnections.org to learn more.

Description: Under the direct supervision of the Youth Development Supervisor, this position will assist in all clerical, instructional, and program tasks. The salary range is $9-$12/hour. Job duties include the following:

• Supervise children in a variety of program areas and activities such as art, sports, fitness, game room, tech lab, education, life skills, and character and leadership development as assigned
• Plan, prepare, and develop various teaching aids
• Assist students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts
• Present subject matter to students, utilizing a variety of methods and techniques, such as lecture, discussion, and supervised role playing
• Administer pre- and post-course tests
• Drive children to/from branch locations
• Assist with and attend field trips
• Assist children with school homework
• Confer with parents on the progress of students

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent, plus meaningful work experience closely related to the tasks of the job
• Ability to supervise children in a variety of program areas and activities
• Ability to plan and coordinate multiple and varied tasks
• Excellent team building and team leadership skills
• Strong customer service attitude
• At least 21 years of age preferred
• Prior experience working with children in a learning environment preferred

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