Program Manager - PRO ARTS

Pro Arts won the recognition of the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, the NEA and CA Arts Council this year. We produce East Bay Open Studios featuring over 400 artists in the East Bay; juried exhibitions, commissioning programs, independent curated exhibitions and programs to support art-making by artists across different stages of their careers. We produce 15 exhibitions annually, exhibit over 500 artists, and present regular events and activities including capacity-building workshops for artists, public receptions, artists' talks, advocacy actions, artists-in-the schools programs, open mics, concerts and multidisciplinary events and more.
The Program Manager is a key leadership position in this thriving community development, arts-based organization located in Downtown Oakland. Pro Arts advocates for artists and provides critical access to contemporary art in the Oakland/Bay Area. We serve as a regional hub for arts activities, exhibitions, advocacy, arts education and artist services.
The position offers dynamic opportunity in leadership, artistic vision, community development, marketing and communications. The Program Manager is part of the leadership team that consists of three full time staff with several part-time/on-call staff. Duties range from creating artist networks, working with curators and jurors, leading major community development partnerships and managing the door for concerts and special events. This is an 'all hands on deck', fast-paced, 'get your hands dirty' work environment. We are a small organization with amazing momentum and impact.
Key Responsibilities:
● Connect artists with community
● Drive community development initiatives in support of the arts
● Curate, administrate and strategically expand exhibitions and programs
● Build a stronger, active artist membership base
● Envision and implement outreach, communications and marketing
● Build partnerships across the arts, business and community development sectors
● Supervise administrative and program staff

Qualifications:
□ Self-starting team leader and independent worker
□ Conducts work by professional standards
□ Models a commitment to collaboration, artists and community in actions and communications
□ Passionate to further social equity and civic engagement through the arts
□ High tolerance for uncertainty
□ Willing to learn from mistakes and surprises
□ Resourceful, proactive, reliable, and trustworthy
□ Friendly, engaging, optimistic and collaborative

Education & Experience
□ Four years of progressive professional experience in program development, including two years in one or more of the following: exhibition coordination, curating, and arts administration.
□ BA in Arts field or equivalent (MA preferred)

Knowledge & Skills
□ Professional knowledge of contemporary arts and community arts fields
□ Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
□ Excellent judgment and creative problem solving skills, including negotiation and facilitation skills
□ Dedication to creativity, accountability and strong work ethic
□ Ability to track multiple projects and effectively navigate competing priorities
□ Strong networking and relationship building skills across diverse stakeholder groups- artists, curators, partners and supporters
□ Exemplary writing and communication skills
□ Ability to safely lift and carry 40 lbs
□ Professional computing skills in Excel, Word, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop

The full-time Program Manager position is supervised by the Executive Director; requires regular availability Tuesday through Saturday including weekday evenings for gallery hours and events; Beginning salary $2,919 monthly (with health and vacation benefits.)

Instructions to Apply:
-Submit application by email.
-SUBJECT: Program Manager- [Your Name Here]
-Send to Margo Dunlap, Executive Director - margo@proartsgallery.org
A complete application consists of a cover letter, resume and three professional references in pdf attachment AND in the body of the email.
The cover letter should address the following questions:
1) Why do you want to work specifically for Pro Arts, and why now?
2) How can you build Pro Arts as an organization?
-Only complete applications will be reviewed upon submission. Applications accepted until position filled.
-No phone calls please.
Details also available online at www.proartsgallery.org/jobs

CHINESE COMMUNITY ORGANIZER

The Asian Pacific Environmental Network (APEN) is looking for a motivated, dedicated, and transformative organizer to build the power of grassroots Asian and Pacific Islander communities to advance environmental, social and economic justice. APEN was founded in 1993 to bring together a collective voice among diverse API communities to fight for the right of all people to a clean and healthy environment in which to live, work and play. Currently, the organization is embarking on an exciting and important member-driven statewide campaign to ensure that API immigrants and refugees most overburdened by environmental damage and the impacts of climate change are at the forefront in fighting for green, healthy, and just communities. APEN’s key strategies are designed to build power necessary to make progressive change - base building and leadership development in Oakland Chinatown and the City of Richmond, leading a statewide APA climate coalition, building statewide electoral infrastructure, and waging campaigns to advance our environmental justice agenda.
POSITION SUMMARY
The community organizer is a member of our organizing team who supports Chinese community members to lead campaigns for social and climate justice. Through various strategies, the organizer supports members to get involved in the organization, deepen their skills and abilities, and build power through collective action. The organizer plays a crucial role in developing the leadership of our members to engage in advocacy, campaign, and electoral actions and providing interpretation and translation to make these processes accessible to monolingual members. This position is full-time, primarily based in our Oakland, CA office with potentially some time spent in our Richmond, CA office. The Campaign & Organizing Director will be the direct supervisor of this position; however, the organizer will work closely in a team with other staff organizers.
PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan and coordinate activities that engage members
 Ensure member participation in various activities through phone calling, visits, etc.
 Contribute to developing organizing systems and methods
 Develop & implement meeting plans for various organizing activities
 Interpret and translate activities & materials when necessary
 Coordinate & implement logistics for various activities, including providing transportation, arranging childcare
 Document & track the participation of members. Encourage and motivate members to develop their leadership potential
 Support members to improve needed skills (public speaking, grassroots fundraising, critical thinking & analysis, campaign strategy, electoral phone-banking, etc.)
 Work with members to deepen political consciousness (e.g. critical analysis of capitalism, racism, etc; understanding of the importance of grassroots organizing; shared commitment to vision; exposure to different justice issues; root cause analysis, etc.) Recruit new members and new constituencies
 Contribute to setting organizing goals and plans for recruitment
 Conduct outreach and various activities to gain new members and new constituencies With other staff and members, develop & implement campaigns and programs
 Work with members to identify counter-hegemonic campaign demands
 Plan and implement campaign goals & activities  Support members to lead campaign strategy & implementation
Position open until filled.
 Support the development of just climate change programs that benefit immigrant and refugee community members
Contribute to building a strong social justice movement
 Build relationships, alliances, and coalitions to move campaigns
 Share, learn, and exchange with other social justice allies
Support building the strength of the overall organization  Contribute to overall planning processes, including yearly & strategic planning
 Participate in grassroots & foundation fundraising

QUALIFICATIONS
1. Commitment to the mission and principles of APEN and social justice
2. Fluency in Cantonese required, Mandarin proficiency also preferred. Confident with interpretation & translation
3. Experience working in the API community and social justice movement; community organizing experience strongly desired 4. Strong English communication skills (written & verbal)
5. Self motivated, responsible, proactive, and disciplined
6. Team-oriented, with a commitment to principled struggle
7. Willing to work some evenings and weekends
8. Willing to travel
9. Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a car with valid insurance
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range is $36K - $48K, depending on experience. APEN also offers a generous benefits package which includes: health, dental, vision, and chiropractic/acupuncture coverage (domestic partner coverage available); vacation and sick time; and an opportunity to qualify for a sabbatical. APEN is a family-friendly employer .

APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications are due electronically to Timmy Lu, Operations Coordinator at apen@apen4ej.org and must include:
Resume including chronological employment history
Cover letter describing interest in the position, qualifications, salary history, and expectations
Three references Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
APEN is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, queer, and gender non-conforming people strongly encouraged to apply.

Safe Routes to School Regional Policy Manager

The Safe Routes to School National Partnership is Hiring In Washington, DC, the San Francisco Bay Area and Southern California!
Help us find four high-quality Regional Policy Managers.
The Safe Routes to School National Partnership is looking for four (4) energetic and dynamic professionals to work as Regional Policy Managers in Southern California (2 positions), the San Francisco Bay Area and the Washington, DC area.
Apply
Applications are due on Monday, October 31, at 5:00 pm PDT. The positions begin on January 3, 2012.
Information
The primary goal of the Regional Policy Managers is build, strengthen and maintain networks of diverse organizations and individuals to advocate for improved transportation funding allocations and policies for Safe Routes to School, walking and bicycling in conjunction with their regional Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and its surrounding jurisdictions. Specific attention will be provided to improve policies for walking and bicycling for children and families, especially lower-income communities most vulnerable to childhood obesity. In addition to regional policy work, the Regional Policy Managers will provide technical assistance at the local level to select communities receiving Kaiser Permanente community investments.

Qualifications
Required qualifications for these positions include: a bachelor’s degree; knowledge of Safe Routes to School, transportation and/or health issues; a minimum of two years proven success in an advocacy/communications position; experience in public speaking; and a strong background in writing. A full description of job responsibilities and qualifications is available here .

Successful candidates will work from their home office in their geographic-specific region. The position of Regional Policy Manager is initially funded for two years. The salary for this position is in the range of $50,000 to $60,000, depending on experience, plus benefits. Please refer to the job announcement for specific details on applying. Telephone inquiries are not accepted.

The Safe Routes to School National Partnership first launched the Regional Network Project with funding from Kaiser Permanente in 2010. With ongoing funding from Kaiser Permanente, the Regional Network Project is expanding into Northern California and adding staff capacity.

The Safe Routes to School National Partnership was founded in 2005 and is a network of more than 550 organizations. The National Partnership is hosted by the non-profit Bikes Belong Foundation, and its mission is to advocate for safe walking and bicycling to and from schools, and in daily life, to improve the health and well-being of America’s children and to foster the creation of livable, sustainable communities. Bikes Belong Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

Public Justice Job Announcement - Two-year fellowship

Public Justice, a national public interest law firm that combines the skills and resources of the private bar with the goals and knowledge of the public interest community, seeks to hire a recent law school graduate to serve as its Brayton-Thornton Attorney for two years in either its Washington, D.C. headquarters or its Oakland, California office. The Fellow will help develop, coordinate the handling of, and litigate Public Justice’s cases. The position will be open beginning in November 2011.
Public Justice is involved in a broader range of high-impact, cutting-edge litigation than any public interest firm in the nation. Our lawsuits fight for consumers’ and victims’ rights, the environment, civil rights and civil liberties, public health and safety, workers’ rights, government and corporate accountability, and the protection of the poor and powerless. Our Access to Justice Campaign works to keep the courthouse doors open for all – by battling federal preemption, unnecessary court secrecy, class action bans and abuses, unfair mandatory arbitration, and other efforts to deprive people of their day in court.
The Brayton-Thornton Attorney will help expand and enhance Public Justice’s docket by networking with other public interest groups and working collaboratively with Public Justice’s staff attorneys and the over 3,000 outstanding trial lawyers who support Public Justice’s work. He or she may also help to develop educational materials designed to further advance Public Justice’s activities and projects. The Fellow will be sponsored by two nationally-prominent plaintiffs’ lawyers: Alan R. Brayton of Novato, California’s Brayton Purcell LLP, and Michael P. Thornton of Boston, Massachusetts’ Thornton & Naumes, LLP.

REQUIREMENTS:
· Superb analytical, research, writing, and speaking skills
· At least two years of litigation-related experience preferred
· Self-motivation and optimistic, can-do personality
· Creativity and strong organizational skills
· Good sense of humor and ability to get along with others
· Healthy sense of outrage and desire to change the world for the better

Preference given to individuals with demonstrated commitment to the public interest and relevant experience. Salary is $50,000 per year. Excellent benefits. Public Justice is an equal opportunity employer with a non-smoking environment. Diversity valued.

Applications invited regardless of race, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Send cover letter, resume, writing sample, transcript, and references to: Brayton-Thornton Fellowship Opening, Public Justice, 555 12th Street, Suite 1620, Oakland CA 94607 or vni@publicjustice.net. Electronic submissions preferred. No calls please. For more information, visit our website at www.publicjustice.net.

Director – California Partnership

Location: California
Date: September 28, 2011
About the Center for Community Change

The Center for Community Change is a national social justice non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1968 to honor the life and values of Robert F. Kennedy, we are one of the longest standing champions for low-income families and communities of color. Throughout our history, the Center has strengthened the leadership, voice and power of low-income communities nationwide to confront the vital issues of today and build the social movements of tomorrow.

Our work has contributed to the creation of the food stamps program, the enactment of the Community Reinvestment Act, the growth of community development corporations, and the creation and preservation of affordable housing. Today we are leading efforts to advance fair and humane immigration reform, increase voter participation in communities of color and develop the next generation of social justice organizers. The Center has brought the issues and values of low-income communities to the forefront of the political debate with presidential candidate forums in the 2004 and 2008 election cycles. For further information please visit our website at: www.communitychange.org.

California Partnership (CAP) is a statewide coalition of community-based organizations building an anti-poverty movement in California. California Partnership is spear-heading exciting campaigns to develop electoral power in low-income communities, give a voice to local communities in creating a more just state budget and building a movement for healthcare for everyone. For further information, please visit our website at www.california-partnership.org

Position Description:
California Partnership Director is responsible for the overall direction of CAP, including fundraising, supervision of staff, strategic growth, and, in collaboration with the Coordinating Committee and other staff, development and implementation of CAP’s issue platform and campaigns.

This position reports to:National Field Director (Organizing)

Principal Responsibilities:
Continue to build CAP’s capacity to move an agenda in support of protecting and expanding safety net programs for low-income Californians;
Provide strategic direction and vision for CAP;
Provide overall direction of CAP’s campaigns and implementation of CAP’s platform;
Supervise CAP staff;
Maintain CAP’s financial stability, including fundraising and managing CAP’s budget;
Build alliances with other organizations or coalitions seeking to build the power of low-income people statewide;
Staff the Coordinating Committee;
Represent CAP and CCC in a professional manner within the organization, to grassroots organizations, funders, allied organizations, in assigned groups and committees and at all times to the general public;
Ensure that CAP complies with CCC policies that requiring all employees to be responsible for administrative duties such as following all due dates on reports, timesheets, expense reports, and all fiscal and personnel policies and requests;
Perform other duties as assigned by the National Field Director or his/her designee.

Qualifications:
Significant community organizing experience and experience working on local, state or national policy initiatives on poverty issues
Minimum of five years in a senior staff position in a nonprofit community based organization
Demonstrated experience and ability in organizational assessment and development
Demonstrated experience in managing a nonprofit program, including budgeting and finances
Demonstrated success in fundraising from foundations and other sources
Familiarity with and openness to different approaches to grassroots organizing and policy work
Strong facilitation skills
Ability to work democratically and effectively with diverse groups and people
Experience in leadership development training
Self motivated, independent, willing to work long, flexible hours, including nights and weekends
Good communication, writing and administrative skills
Strong team player, familiar with team dynamics and willing to work in a team environment
Strong commitment to social justice and social change
Familiarity with one or more of the central areas that CAP/CCC focus on, including jobs and income supports, health, and immigration
Some travel around the state and occasional travel nationwide required
Knowledge of language other than English, especially one of the major languages spoken in California, encouraged

Salary & Benefits: CCC offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Closing Date of Position: Open Until Filled

How to apply: Please submit resume, a cover letter that includes salary expectations and at least two writing samples to:
employment@communitychange.org
(Fax) 202-387-4891

YOUTH LEADERSHIP COORDINATOR

Looking for an energetic person with great interpersonal skills to provide sole staff support, training and mentorship to the 25 member Oakland Youth Commission.

JOB DESCRIPTION
A temporary part-time contracted position is available with the City of Oakland Department of Human Services Children and Youth Services Division to facilitate and support the Oakland Youth Advisory Commission. The position will provide primary staff support to the Youth Commission by planning for, preparing for and facilitating the Commission’s public meetings, providing or facilitating training and information gathering as needed to support the conduct of commission business, providing adult supervision during activities for the 15 to 23 member youth commission and support for the development and presentation of the commission’s recommendations and work products for FY2011-12. Work is expected to begin in October and will entail 10 to 20 hours per week. Compensation, based on experience and suitability will be between $25 and $30 per hour. Email a letter of interest and resume to mhuggins@oaklandnet.com by October 3rd.

Office Manager (OM)

Location: The NorCal Solar office is in the Berkeley Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley. Some limited hours may be worked from home pending supervisor approval.

Work Hours: Number of hours to be determined by the President and/or Board of Directors – currently 20 hours/week most weeks but with occasional extra hours; majority of work hours to be between 9 am and 5 pm weekdays (with some flexibility), but some evening and weekend hours will be needed.

Hourly Pay: Starting pay is $14.25/hour. Board will conduct a performance review at 90 days to determine possible pay raise and will conduct reviews annually after that (or as the board determines).

Pay Period: Pay periods are the 1st to 15th and 16th to month end. Paychecks occur twice per month.

Benefits: Two weeks paid vacation per year (prorated for part-time); paid holidays also prorated. Other benefits are detailed in NorCal Solar’s Employee Manual. We currently are not able to offer health insurance.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Organization Overview: The Northern California Solar Energy Association (NorCal Solar) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization whose mission is to foster the development and application of solar energy though the exchange of information. A Board of Directors governs the organization and approves policies and programs. We are not a trade association or lobbying group.

Major Duties and Responsibilities: The Office Manager (OM) handles all day-to-day administrative duties and supports all the major project and program functions of the organization. The OM reports to the President and works closely with other board members and committees as needed.

The Office Manager --
· Directly manages incoming phone calls, mail, and email as needed.
· Manages the organization’s documents, records, and filing systems.
· Assists in the preparation of board meeting agendas and information materials.
· Under the guidance of the Treasurer and/or President, manages financial files and performs bookkeeping activities such as bank deposits, invoicing, accounts payable and receivable, updates to accounting software (currently MultiLedger), writing checks, and preparing financial statements; works closely with the Treasurer.
· Assists in the preparation and filing of the association’s annual taxes, such as Sales Tax, 1099s and 990s by working closely with the Treasurer.
· Assists the President in the annual Board of Directors election by helping create the ballot (electronically and in paper form for members without email) and sending it to all qualified members.
· If the Board or President determines, serves as Inspector of Elections per the bylaws.
· Assists in the preparation of annual program budgets.
· Maintains NorCal Solar’s membership database (currently Salesforce), sends monthly renewal letters, processes memberships and donations, and updates members contact information as needed.
· Helps coordinate events working closely with the Events Committee.
· Helps coordinate projects and manage volunteers on an as-needed basis.
· Assists in the development and publication of educational documents such as the email newsletter.
· Manages the ongoing maintenance and assists in the expansion of the NorCal Solar website and prepares website statistics reports as requested by the Board of Directors.
· Supports the Board of Directors in ongoing education projects and fundraising activities.
· Assists in communications with the Board of Advisors and maintains the list of Advisors’ contact information.
· Assists with publicizing NorCal Solar activities, events, volunteer requests, etc. through eBlasts and social media.
· Works collaboratively with NorCal Solar committees, contractors, and other entities as needed.
· Keeps track of and manages NorCal Solar office and other supplies.
· Helps manage NorCal Solar materials in storage.

Skills Needed

- Excellent communication skills including writing skills and knowledge of spelling, grammar, and punctuation
- Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively; good people skills
- Ability to manage volunteers
- Bookkeeping skills
- Being organized; multi-tasking
- Attention to detail
- Current drivers license and good driving record
- Uses good judgment
- Environmental consciousness

Skills Desired (can be learned on the job)

- Ability to manage communication through social media, such as Facebook and Twitter
- Ability to make changes to NorCal Solar’s website as needed
- Skills in MultiLedger and Salesforce
- Knowledge of solar energy and resources

Other plusses

- live within easy commute of the NorCal Solar office
- genuine interest in solar energy and energy efficiency
- familiarity with working in the nonprofit sector
- familiarity with NorCal Solar


Please send resumes to jobs@norcalsolar.org with the subject line Office Manager. Thank you for your interest! We aim to make the Office Manager position a fun learning experience.