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www.nptjobs.com PRESIDENT MANAGER, GRANTS Basic Function: Oversees all aspects of high-profile awards programs, manages in house grants and serves as a department liaison within Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Job Responsibilities: Manages all aspects of the Brinker Award for Scientific Distinction and the Komen Professor of Survivorship Award programs. Oversees the selection of recipients, and guides special events which highlight both the award programs and recipients. Manages the organization of current data and open grants within the department. Accountable for the accurate and timely maintenance and closing processes for any grant files not handed by outsourced vendor. Provides general grants information to Komen staff, Affiliates and the general public. Manages a portion of the Grants team, including coaching, mentoring and providing opportunities for professional development. Delegates and plans work flow in order to meet day-to-day administrative requirements of the Grants function. Position Qualifications: BS or BA degree in business, basic sciences, health education, or related health field or equivalent experience, plus 5 years of grants management experience. Requires a strong knowledge of grant making strategy and process. Must be highly organized with a unique ability to execute a variety of functions by set deadlines. Previous managerial or supervisory experience and fiscal management experience required. Preferred experience: Advanced degree, preferably in public health, health administration or biological sciences, plus 7 or more years of experience as referenced above. Prefer grant management experience in a not for profit, medical, or university environment. Experience managing and analyzing data, or in program development and outcomes research, strongly desired. Solid accounting skills preferred. To apply please place the following link in your browser: https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=13085 PROGRAM MANAGER PROGRAM OFFICER Community Health Basic Function Provides leadership in grant making and other community health improvement strategies for Susan G. Komen for the Cure Affiliates. Creates impact through dissemination of knowledge, skills, and tools. Primary Responsibilities PRIMARY DUTY: Provides coaching and consultation to Affiliates to facilitate implementation of Community Health strategies, including, but not limited to, grant making. PRIMARY DUTY: Synthesizes the most current information available for developing and managing effective community health programs. Develops tools enabling Affiliates to implement appropriate strategies. Researches issues and utilizes problem-solving techniques and propose resolutions. Develops content and materials for training of Affiliate to build skills in the development and management of effective community health programs. Serves as lead trainer for classes and workshops. Participates in cross-departmental initiatives to reduce health disparities and breast cancer morbidity and mortality. Maintains an advanced level of expertise in community health as well as non-profit and grant-making trends and practices. Position Qualifications Describe minimum (type and amount) of experience required for competent performance in the job. Masters level degree in public health, health education, public administration or equivalent, plus 5-7 years of experience in health philanthropy, grant management, or program development and evaluation. Requires a solid understanding of communitybased health care and grant making. Excellent written, verbal and polished presentation skills a must. Must possess a proven ability to think strategically, and must have a demonstrated record of success working with a diverse constituency of partners and grantees to achieve specific programmatic outcomes. Describe specialized knowledge requirements of the position. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Strong communication and customer service skills. Knowledge of public health program design, development, implementation and evaluation. If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to: https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=22872 Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta The president will be responsible for leading one of the nation’s most successful Boys & Girls Club organizations in one of America’s most prominent cities. BGCMA serves over 17,000 youth through its 24 clubs in the metro Atlanta region. The president will be responsible for providing leadership and direction in overseeing the organization and achieving its mission and goals. To apply, please send your resume in Word format to: 176.Mosaic@hiredesk.net opment and beautification, economic development, and human and social needs to various community projects of governmental entities or non-profit organizations. With $23.9 million in grants to support 149 projects in 2007, the Foundation’s grand total of funding is over $193 million, resulting in a positive impact on over 100 area communities and the lives of thousands of area citizens. The Foundation’s investment portfolio as of April 30, 2008 was approximately $383 million. To learn more, visit http://www.iowawestfoundation.org/index.asp. Adjacent to Omaha, NE., Council Bluffs is part of a large metropolitan area, with a population of nearly one million people, and many cultural attractions and amenities. Access to downtown Omaha, the Omaha airport, and business and commercial centers is in close proximity to most Council Bluffs residential areas. Reporting to the CEO, the Chief of Finance and Administration will be responsible for all financial and investment management activities of the Foundation, as well as human resource and benefits administration. The ideal candidate will have an MBA and a CPA, a record of progressively responsible experience with nonprofit organizations or with a public accounting firm, and experience with/knowledge of grantmaking foundations. Experience with investment management is a plus. For more information or to apply, contact: Mary Hobson, Executive Vice President & Managing Director Brittney Schroeder,Associate EFL Associates bschroeder@eflassociates.com 303-779-1724 VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS American Health Assistance Foundation (AHAF) has an opportunity for an experienced Vice President of Operations to assist the Executive Director in her function as the principal executive officer, with direct responsibility for oversight of all day-to-day operational functions. This person will oversee a staff including development, marketing, communications, technology, and facilities management; and will assist in the ongoing development and implementation of strategic plans to grow and diversify revenue for all AHAF programs. Position requires 7-10 years experience in senior management and leadership role in nonprofit sector and must possess highest ethics and integrity. AHAF offers competitive benefits package and excellent work environment. Please send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to hr@ahaf.org. CHIEF OF GRANTS AND INITIATIVES (Vice President Level Position) Iowa West Foundation The Iowa West Foundation, located in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is an independent 501(c)(3) charitable foundation that awards grants focused on education, community development and beautification, economic development, and human and social needs to various community projects of governmental entities or non-profit organizations. With $23.9 million in grants to support 149 projects in 2007, the Foundation’s grand total of funding is over $193 million, resulting in a positive impact on over 100 area communities and the lives of thousands of area citizens. The Foundation’s investment portfolio as of April 30, 2008 was approximately $383 million. To learn more, visit http://www.iowawestfoundation.org/index.asp Adjacent to Omaha, NE., Council Bluffs is part of a large metropolitan area, with a population of nearly one million people, and many cultural attractions and amenities. Access to downtown Omaha, the Omaha airport, and business and commercial centers is in close proximity to most Council Bluffs residential areas. Reporting to the CEO and managing a staff of 3, the Chief of Grants and Initiatives will oversee all grantmaking for the Foundation. The ideal candidate will have a college degree and senior level experience in the nonprofit sector, as well as experience in grantmaking (including strategy development, capacity building, and evaluation). Experience in one or more of the Foundation’s focus areas, including experience in reducing high school dropout rates and/or neighborhood revitalization, is preferred. For more information or to apply, contact: Mary Hobson, Executive Vice President & Managing Director Brittney Schroeder,Associate EFL Associates bschroeder@eflassociates.com 303-779-1724 ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT, DEPUTY MANAGING DIRECTOR, US PROGRAMS Washington, D.C. Save the Children, the leading independent organization creating real and lasting change for children in need in the U.S. and around the world, seeks an Associate Vice President and Deputy Managing Director, US Programs, who will have the central responsibility for ensuring the highest quality implementation and greatest possible impact of the USP long-term development and emergency programs and for the effective and efficient operational support. Qualified candidates must have a Master’s Degree in an area related to management, public policy or related field and at least 10 – 12 years experience with senior management. Extensive experience in managing and directing field operations, both emergency and long-term development, including supervisory experience, and experience in developing and monitoring program, operational and financial processes and systems is required. Must have a demonstrated commitment to addressing the education, health and well-being of children in poverty; a strong understanding of and an ability to work within http://www.nptjobs.com http://www.nptjobs.com http://www.iowawestfoundation.org/index.asp http://www.iowawestfoundation.org/index.asp https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=13085 https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=22872 http://www.savethechildren.org/careers/index.asp http://www.iowawestfoundation.org/index.asp http://www.iowawestfoundation.org/index.asp http://www.nptimes.com

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