Community Voices Heard

Summer Youth Organizing Intern

Community Voices Heard (CVH) – one of the most successful New York City grassroots economic justice organizations - is seeking an individual between the ages of 16 and 23 to work as a paid Summer Youth Organizing Intern. The intern will learn the craft of organizing through taking on real responsibilities to help advance an actual campaign/ project. This internship will be integrated with CVH’s new /Sustainable Communities Campaign/ and will focus outreach efforts in the Harlem community. The intern will be supervised by a combination of the Sustainable Communities Organizer, the Senior Organizer, and the Executive Director. The internship will include on-the-job training and field practice in the following basics of community organizing (and more!):

• Recruitment: bringing new people into an organization through door knocking, surveying, etc.
• One-on-Ones: learning about people’s self-interest and why they might get involved
• Mobilization: moving people to action – to come to a meeting, a workshop, a demonstration, etc.
• Meeting Facilitation: keeping to an agenda and accomplishing goals set forth
• Direct Action: confronting power in a non-violent way (e.g. marches, rallies, etc.)
• Campaign Strategy: figuring out the best ways to move power figures to make changes
• Campaign Development: planning out a series of actions and activities to accomplish your goals

The internship will be 8-10 weeks in length, starting in June (as early as June 8^th , or later if necessary due to conflicting school schedule) and ending in August (could end as early as August 15^th , or slightly later if the intern starts later). Interns will learn by doing; they will be instructed in organizing basics at the office, sent to the field to practice daily, and return to reflect on their experiences. The intern will also be part of a cohort of interns supported by the New York Foundation and the North Star Fund and will be required to participate in a one-day orientation retreat with other interns on July 10th, and a morning closing event on August 14th.

The intern will be paid $10 per hour and will be expected to work between 35 and 40 hours per week, as determined at the start. An average day starts between 10am and 12noon and ends between 8 and 9pm; work might start earlier or end later when necessary for particular events. Some weekend work is also required – occasional Saturdays and Sunday evenings.

Qualifications

• 16 – 23 years old.
• Interest in building community power & fostering the leadership of others.
• Comfort in talking to strangers and engaging them in dialogue about community issues
• Hard worker with interest in rolling up ones sleeves and diving in!
• Eager to learn new things and apply them immediately.
• Ready to go into the field and recruit new members.
• Ability to work independently, yet take direction, according to goals of the organization.
• Spanish language skills are strongly desired, but not required.

To Apply

Please send or drop off resume and cover letter (including a statement of why you are interested in the internship and why you believe you are a good candidate for it) to: Sondra Youdelman, Executive Director, Community Voices Heard, 115 East 106^th Street, 3rd Floor, NY, NY 10029. If emailing (sondra@cvhaction.org), make sure to put “Summer Youth Organizing Intern” in the subject line.

CVH is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, LGBTQ individuals, and people with current or past experience receiving public assistance or residing in public housing are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information please check out our web page at: www.CVHaction.org.

Selection Process

Selection process will include a phone interview, in-person interview, and possibly a quick sample outreach experience (e.g. surveying community residents on the street).

Salary / Benefits

$10/ hour for approximately 40 hours/ week. Monthly metro card to cover transportation expenses.

Council on the Environment of New York City

Part-time Seasonal EBT Market Manager – Harlem Hospital

Greenmarket is a program of the not-for-profit Council on the Environment of NYC. We are interviewing for an EBT Market Manger to operate our Harlem Hospital Greenmarket. The ideal candidate is an outgoing, flexible, organized, early rising community resident who is passionate about food access, promoting healthy eating and local food. This Market Manager will work part-time overseeing the daily operations, promoting the market effectively and supporting EBT acceptance at Harlem Hospital Greenmarket. Market managers work outdoors, in all weather and are the face on the street for Greenmarket. Candidates should have very good communications skills, the ability to think on one’s feet and the be able to commit to work every Thursday from July until Thanksgiving. Familiarity with the local community and a willingness to reach out to affected groups is crucial.

Physical Requirements

• Be able to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to 12 hours in a day)
• Ability to carry/haul bulky items
• Ability to work in a noisy environment

EBT Market Manager Responsbilities:

• Host an information table and operate a wireless terminal during market hours;
• Promote use of Food Stamps at the market: post flyers and signage; talk to local businesses, community groups, and individuals;
• Collect data, e.g. number of customers, sales totals;
• Make sure farmer posters are in view; conduct cooking demonstrations;
• Enforce Greenmarket rules and regulations; have a knowledge of products being sold; be sure any sanitation and weather issues are addressed;
• Determine farmer locations and guide them in arrival and set-up; ensure that tents, tables and signs are safely secured; make sure the market is clean and tidy;
• Complete manager’s report and turn in within two days of the market; conduct product inventories; prepare maps/layouts of markets;
• Be able to talk with people in the markets (e.g. customers, community leaders, park employees, local merchants, politicians) about Greenmarket, products sold and EBT;
• Provide weekly e-mail updates to supervisor regarding markets; set-up and maintain market folder; turn-in bi-weekly timesheet;
• Attend weekly meetings with direct supervisor; copy recipes/maps/literature to bring to the market; maintain contact list, update market e-newsletter.

Agriculture is very seasonal in New York, and so is the job of a Greenmarket EBT Market Manager. The position begins in May, with our market manager training. Responsibilities will be mostly outreach until the market opens in July. Between July and November the market manager will work at the market on Thursdays and have flexible hours to conduct outreach for the market. The EBT Market Manager position pays $14/hour and does not include benefits. For additional information about Greenmarket, please see our website at http://www.cenyc.org/greenmarket. Submit cover letters and resumes to Krissa Nichols, jobs@greenmarket.cc. We are interviewing now for a May start. The Council on the Environment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

El Museo del Barrio

Director of Performing and Media Arts
Marketing Manager
Public Relations Manager
Membership Manager
Security and Facilities Manager
Government Affairs Officer
Coordinator of School Programs
Visitors Service Coordinator

Dear Friends, El Museo del Barrio is hiring for the aforementioned positions. If you know of qualified candidates, please have them visit www.elmuseo.org/jobs.html for more information. No phone inquiries.

Mount Sinai Hospital Dept. of Health Education

Health Educator

This position will use health education/health literacy principles and practices to guide the development, implementation and evaluation of innovative programs offered at the hospital as well as in the surrounding community.  Emphasis will be on issues affecting women and teens as well as new research initiatives that reflect the identified health education/health care needs of the community.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Facilitate all aspects of SISTERS Holistic Primary Pregnancy Prevention Program
1. Coordinate a Summer Employment and Training/Job Shadowing Program for current members
2. Facilitate groups on comprehensive sex education
3. Collaborate with schools and healthcare agencies to refer participants for needed services
2. Work on HPV grant project to test a web based program on HPV/Vaccine for women in GYN clinic
3. Work with members from other departments on research initiatives that will lead to grant writing and expansion of  programs
4. Develop and implement a Building Healthy Relationships Curriculum for students in a nearby school
5. Attend staff meetings, in-service trainings and community meetings to strengthen knowledge base
6. Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education

1. Masters degree in public health, social work or closely related field.

1. Previous Experience

1. Experience working with adolescents individually and in group settings
2. Work with multidisciplinary team
3. Work with ethnically diverse individuals and families
4. Knowledge of Women’s Health Issues, with some experience in research based on topics such as HPV and postpartum depression

Please email your resume to: andrea.rothenberg@mountsinai.org.

The Randall’s Island Sports Foundation

Development Manager

The Randall’s Island Sports Foundation (RISF) is a nonprofit in public/private partnership with the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation. Working from a West Side office, RISF raises over half of the operating budget of Randall’s Island Park, located in the East River under the Triborough Bridge. We provide free youth sports and environmental education activities on the Island, and run major summer events including for example Cirque du Soleil. Our mission is to maintain and develop the Park as a public sports and recreation center with facilities and programs for all New Yorkers.

The Development Manager’s fundraising responsibilities include corporate and foundation development, major gifts, donor relations, board development, special events, sponsorships, and direct mail. He or she will report directly to the Executive Director, and will work closely with the Associate Director in planning and implementing special events and with the Director of Planning and Public Funding in cultivating foundation and government relations. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree with 3 or more years of experience in non-profit fundraising. Extensive knowledge of potential funding streams and excellent communication skills are essential to success in this position, as are familiarity with computer databases, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects,
work on deadline, and work both independently and with others. Skill in board relations will also be key in serving as liaison with the Development Committee.

Additional Qualifications:

• Minimum BA/BS degree
• Three or more years of experience in non-profit fundraising
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent writing, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Experience with Raiser's Edge preferred

How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to daeman.distefano@parks.nyc.gov with the subject line “Development Manager.” The Randall's Island Sports Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

East Harlem Cafe

Assistant Manager

We are a neighborhood café located in East Harlem which offers gourmet beverages, fresh baked products, sandwiches, delicious soups and salads.  We provide a warm ambiance for our guest and our employees.  We are currently looking to hire an Assistant Manager for our Grand Opening in May 2008.

Assist the Manager in the following areas
-Meeting monthly goals and objectives.
-Operate a variety of food service equipment.
-Compliance with Health Department Regulations.
-Creating marketing ideas.

Responsible for the following:
-Prepare weekly work plan.
-Supervising, scheduling and training of employees.
-Assume responsibility in absence of Café Manager.
-Lead, develop and motivate staff into high-performing teams.
-Build sales and guest counts through leadership of team and being involved in the community
-Meet with vendors and salespeople.
-Create ways to delight guests to deliver an excellent guest experience.
-Ensure product quality.
-Purchase and track inventory.
-Control Costs.
-Cleaning and general maintenance of the facility and equipment.
-Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
-3-5 years experience and at least 1 year in a supervisory role in a restaurant/café.
-Must possess a positive and friendly attitude.
-Must possess a basic knowledge of accounting and mathematics.
-Must possess the ability to work under pressure.
-Must possess the ability to manage resources effectively.
-Knowledge of customer service techniques.
-Excellent communication skills.
-Excellent organizational skills.
-Ability to multi-task.
-Bilingual.
-High School Diploma.

Benefits
-Career advancement.
-Eligible for monthly bonus program.
-Paid vacation

If you are interested please submit a resume and cover letter to ohitsmichelle@aol.com.

Art for Change

Development Coordinator (Part Time Consultant)

Founded in March 2000, the mission of Art for Change is to encourage the advancement of positive, progressive social change by using art as a catalyst for exploring personal, local, and global issues, and as a means for disseminating information and resources. AfC provides a space and forum for creation, discussion, examination and artistic and personal growth, stimulating individual and collective reflection, which leads to action and change.

Principal Responsibilities:

The development coordinator will work collaboratively with the Executive Director, the board, and consultants to create and execute a fundraising plan. In addition, s/he will work with other staff and volunteers to sustain and expand financial support for existing programs, develop relationships with funders, write grant proposals and supportive correspondence, and participate in other fundraising activities of the organization.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have previous fundraising experience, as well as outstanding written, research, and communication skills. Must be able to multi-task and work independently or in a team with little supervision and in a grassroots setting. Bilingual in Spanish and English is a huge plus. Candidate must have a passion for arts and social justice and a track record in a similar position and setting. The consultant is expected to work a total of 80 hours for one month, with the hours tapering thereafter. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a two-page grant proposal sample (or excerpt) to denisse@artforchange.org. Deadline: April 4th.

College Aide Positions Available at the NYC Dept. of Buildings

The NYC Department of Buildings has several paid positions available for matriculating undergraduate and graduate students who are looking to gain valuable work experience.

Our College Aides are paid $7.90 - $17.37 per hour, depending upon matriculation status. We offer flexible hours to accommodate class schedules, as well as the possibility of promotion to full-time employment upon graduation.

Responsibilities range from administrative tasks to innovative technical projects, depending on the unit and ability of the aide. All applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and matriculating toward a degree.

For more information on these positions, visit our website. To apply, email a cover letter and resume, with JVN # 810-08-001 (in PDF) in the subject line, to recruit@buildings.nyc.gov. Equal Opportunity Employer.