Nonprofit Tech Jobs Aggregated by NTEN

Online Community Manager

Brett — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:14:25 -0700

The Knight Foundation is looking to hire an online community manager.
There's information and a 4-minute video about this opportunity at http://www.kflinks.com/ocm

Web Developer

admin — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:27:00 -0700

The Consortium for Ocean Leadership seeks a Web Developer to provide website and database administration to its external and internal systems. The...

Manager, Information Technology

admin — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:19:00 -0700

Manager, Information Technology Unit

Reports to: Director of Finance and Administration
Status: Part-time, Regular

StoryCorps is an independent nonprofit project whose mission is to honor and celebrate one anothers lives through listening. Since 2003, tens of thousands of everyday people have interviewed family and friends through StoryCorps. Each conversation is recorded on a free CD to take home and share, and is archived for generations to come at the Library of Congress. Millions listen to our award-winning broadcasts on public radio and the Internet. StoryCorps is one of the largest oral history projects of its kind, creating a growing portrait of who we really are as Americans.

The Information Technology (IT) Manager will direct and coordinate the activities and operations of IT for 70+ users in a Mac OS X networked environment. Actively champions the enabling role that IT plays in achieving organizational goals and mission. The IT Manager reports to the Director, Finance and Administration. The IT Manager role is a part-time (3-days per week) position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Ensure effectiveness and security of systems and applications
* Manage Storycorps current technology
* Develop a strong disaster recovery plan with appropriate redundancy systems
* Maintain accurate and current records for hardware inventory, software licensing, network configuration, problem resolution, and repair work
* Manage structured cabling system and physical network and all components of network infrastructure
* Manage all IT and third party software application support
* Research, and implement new technology projects to meet StoryCorps goals and objectives
* Create, document, and enforce IT policies and procedures
* Prepare and maintain procedure manuals and documentation for internal use
* Provide excellent, friendly customer support
* Manage technology helpdesk to ensure IT problems are properly documented, handled efficiently, and reported on accurately
* Develop budgets and monitor expenditures
* Train new hires on StoryCorps technology
* Assist department staff with vendor relations
* Supervise IT staff

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications:

* Minimum 5 years experience in IT environment
* Impeccable attention to detail
* Availability for infrequent after-hours emergency maintenance
* Experience in managing staff
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and public speaking skills
* Solid organizational skills and attention to detail
* Bachelors degree
* Extensive experience with Mac OS X desktop clients
* Solid experience with Mac Os X Server, Windows or Unix administration
* General Network Administration skills
* Strong background in TCP/IP, Firewalls, Routing, and DNS
* Excellent troubleshooting and creative problem-solving abilities
* Ability to explain technical concepts in non-technical terms to staff and customers
* Strong troubleshooting methodology and analytical skills
* IT Architecture Design and Implementation
* Previous experience with managing technical projects and vendors

Preferred:

* Experience with Storage Area Networks configuration and setup desired.
* Experience in a large scale enterprise environment
* Network Engineering; advanced networks (including Layers 2, 4-7, and content switching) and server administration, or equivalent experience
* Knowledge of PC Sound Editing tools and processes

Please send cover letter and resume to employment@storycorps.net and include your last name and IT Manager in the subject line.
Include both cover letter and resume as attachments entitled: YourNameLetter and YourNameResume. Please indicate if you have applied for a position at StoryCorps in the past. No calls please.

Applications are due by September 15th, 2008. Please apply early.

StoryCorps seeks to hire staff who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This position will be filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Interface Designer/Developer

admin — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:16:00 -0700

We are an open source shop seeking a creative professional with a passion for designing and implementing attractive and usable interfaces. You should be well-versed in accessibility standards, know how to optimize layouts for cross-browser compatibility, be familiar with customizing CMS themes, and experienced in developing site templates from scratch. You should have an eye for design and can produce attractive, original layouts as well as implement designs provided by an art director. You should have experience developing mockups and wireframes and a good grasp of human factoring and design for usability. Our sites are heavy on interactivity, so attention to detail and usability is essential.

You should know CSS, HTML, XHTML, DHTML, and XML. Experience with Drupal or other open source CMSs a big plus. Proficiency with Javascript and AJAX also a plus. Working knowledge of PHP and PHP templating preferred but not essential.

We are an established and growing web development company that focuses on the nonprofit market and is looking for a sharp, detailed-oriented developer. We have national and regional clients, but we are a small and flexible shop with many learning opportunities for the right person. We offer a competitive salary, health/dental/vision, paid vacation/holidays, training, and a great environment.

Salesforce Implementation Specialist

admin — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:46:00 -0700

Organizational Background
NPower PA is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help other nonprofits use technology to better serve our community. Our services enable nonprofits to plan for, implement and effectively employ technology tools to achieve their organizational goals. NPower PA is part of network of 12 NPowers across the country.

NPower PA is looking for someone to join our growing Salesforce CRM team. NPower PA is a nonprofit technology consulting company located in Philadelphia. As a member of the national NPower network we work with the other eleven NPower affiliates to maintain nationwide presence in the Salesforce nonprofit community through our work providing nonprofits with the benefits of SFDC. We are looking for people to help us with this work.

Job Description
The candidate will provide enterprise support and implementation of Salesforce.com projects. The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for translating the processes of nonprofit organizations into systems solutions, by preparing system requirements, performing system configurations to match functional requirements, providing Salesforce.com application training and facilitating communication with users. The candidate must be able to analyze current organizational processes or needs, and identify and implement streamlined, efficient application solutions

Duties
A thorough and demonstrable knowledge of Salesforce.com/Force.com, its implementation and support, custom controls and objects, and S- controls experience required. Apex or other compliant programming a plus. Five plus years providing systems or business process analyst support or similar experience required. Two plus years working with an integrated CRM solution a plus. Understanding of database concepts and data management (RDBMS) required. Must develop moderate to complex SQL scripts. Java, XML, HTML skills a plus.

Qualifications
Must demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational and follow through skills are required. Experience developing system requirements is required. Project management experience a plus. Experience with nonprofits a plus. Must demonstrate expert abilities in office productivity tools (MS Office suite).

To Apply
If you would like to join us in bringing the power of Salesforce to nonprofits in the Philadelphia area and work within the talented NPower affiliate group or know of someone else who may be interested, please forward email cover letter and resume with your name & Sales Force in subject line to resumes@NPowerPA.org.

Employment Policy
As an equal opportunity employer, NPower embraces diversity and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, veterans status, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

Content Writer

admin — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:12:00 -0700

ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION:

Be the Change, Inc., founded by Alan Khazei (Co-Founder & former CEO of City Year), is a new national organization inspired by Gandhi’s philosophy that: “You must be the change you seek in the world.”

The mission of Be the Change, Inc. is to revitalize our democracy by connecting the service and social entrepreneurship movements to policy development and advocacy in order to build a citizens movement for change. We work to tap the wisdom, experience, and networks of social entrepreneurs and service alumni to craft a bold new policy agenda, mobilize citizens, build coalitions, seed non-partisan advocacy groups, and generate more active participation in our governing process and systems. Initial policy areas focus on national service and education, with future efforts in the areas of poverty and youth policy.

ServiceNation is a rapidly moving campaign to increase service opportunities for people at all stages of life, to use proven service strategies to address some of our most difficult societal problems, and to promote service as a core ideal of our democracy. This campaign will launch with a ServiceNation Summit, Sept. 11-12 in New York City (which will open with a forum on service with Senators Barack Obama and John McCain), and build with a national grassroots movement aimed at inspiring widespread public support for a new and transformational national service act, and making the expansion of voluntary service a priority for the next president and Congress. ServiceNation already comprises over 100 organizations reaching over 100M people and has Facebook as a lead social media partner.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Content Writer will report to the Director of Communications. His/her primary responsibility will be to develop content and media aligned with the communication strategies of the ServiceNation Campaign. This position will be an integral component to the online strategy and coalition outreach. Building widespread awareness of this broad and powerful movement and creating a community dedicated to taking action for change, is critical to the success of SeviceNation. This is a key position within the organization.

A detailed description of duties & responsibilities is as follows:
• Help create and implement a strategy for social network, community and blog outreach
• Develop and write email, social network content, and blog content
• Post content to multiple online social networks
• Help develop video content and public service announcements
• Participate in outreach to other blogs and bloggers
• Participate in the website strategy and management
QUALIFICATIONS
• Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Comfort with technology and command of all Microsoft Office programs, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other content creating software
• Experience with a major non-profit or political campaign highly desirable
• Experience creating and conceptualizing online content and media highly desirable
• Previous experience blogging and drafting action oriented emails highly desireable
• Database (particularly Salesforce and Vertical response) experience a plus.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• A demonstrated passion for work that directly benefits our society
• A sense of humor
• Willingness to take chances
• Ability to maneuver through the unpredictable nature of a start-up environment
• A terrific work ethic
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, meet multiple concurrent deadlines, organize time and priorities, and work well as a member of a team

Competitive salary and benefits; commensurate with experience.

Position available immediately. Qualified applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Tim Zimmermann, (tzimmermann@bethechangeinc.org)

Director of Online Strategy and Organizing

admin — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:05:00 -0700

ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION:

Be the Change, Inc., founded by Alan Khazei (Co-Founder & former CEO of City Year), is a new national organization inspired by Gandhi’s philosophy that: “You must be the change you seek in the world.”

The mission of Be the Change, Inc. is to revitalize our democracy by connecting the service and social entrepreneurship movements to policy development and advocacy in order to build a citizens movement for change. We work to tap the wisdom, experience, and networks of social entrepreneurs and service alumni to craft a bold new policy agenda, mobilize citizens, build coalitions, seed non-partisan advocacy groups, and generate more active participation in our governing process and systems. Initial policy areas focus on national service and education, with future efforts in the areas of poverty and youth policy.

ServiceNation is a rapidly moving campaign to increase service opportunities for people at all stages of life, to use proven service strategies to address some of our most difficult societal problems, and to promote service as a core ideal of our democracy. This campaign will launch with a ServiceNation Summit, Sept. 11-12 in New York City (which will open with a forum on service with Senators Barack Obama and John McCain), and build with a national grassroots movement aimed at inspiring widespread public support for a new and transformational national service act, and making the expansion of voluntary service a priority for the next president and Congress. ServiceNation already comprises over 100 organizations reaching over 100M people and has Facebook as a lead social media partner.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Director of Online Strategy and Organizing will report to the Director of Communications. His/her primary responsibility will be to oversee the conception and implementation of Be the Change, Inc.’s online organization, mobilization and advocacy strategies. Be the Change, Inc. aspires to use web technologies to help coordinate broad grasstops and grassroots campaigns in support of policy change. Early efforts will revolve around our ServiceNation and education reform campaigns. The Director of Online Strategy and Organizing will be responsible for developing and coordinating web strategy with other senior staff in support of organzing, mobilization, and advocacy goals. Building a broad and powerful movement is critical to the success of Be the Change, Inc., and this is a key position within the organization.

A detailed description of duties & responsibilities is as follows:
• Define strategic objectives for online communication, organizing, advocacy and sustainability
• Manage the coalition and partnerships necessary to achieve the online objectives
• Define online tools needed to execute the online strategy
• Implement and manage execution of the online strategy
• Designing, implementing and managing successful mobilization, community-building and advocacy campaigns
• Working with the Director of Organizing to create successful and targeted mobilization and advocacy strategies, as well strategies for community-building and peer-to-peer networking
• Manage website strategies including website layout, look and feel of website, and usability of website.
• Define the use of email, SMS text, blogs and social networks to achieve strategic objectives
• Help conceive and manage content for emails and online outreach
• Managing an online strategy budget
QUALIFICATIONS
• A BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience
• Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Comfort with technology and command of all Microsoft Office programs, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (coding and web development skills not required)
• Experience managing and running online organizing, strategy and community building for a large non-profit or political campaign is highly desirable

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• A demonstrated passion for work that directly benefits our society
• A sense of humor
• Ability to maneuver through the unpredictable nature of a start-up environment
• A terrific work ethic
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, lead projects, meet multiple concurrent deadlines, organize time and priorities, and work well as a member of a team

Competitive salary and benefits; commensurate with experience.

Position available immediately. Qualified applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Tim Zimmermann, (tzimmermann@bethechangeinc.org)

Web & Graphic Designer

admin — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:03:00 -0700

Do Something believes teens have the power to make a difference. It is
our aim to inspire, support and celebrate a generation of doers: people who see the need to do something, believe in their ability to get it done, and then take action. At DoSomething.org we provide the tools and resources for you to convert your ideas and energy into positive action.

Reports to: Director of Technology

Responsibilities:
* Helping to expand and assisting in designing dosomething.org
* Programming and maintaining small/medium sized web applications
* Assisting with graphic design for both web and print materials,
including branding materials, html-based emails, micro-site designs, etc…

Requirements:
* 4-year college degree
* Knowledge of the following languages: html (w3c compliant), css,
minimal Javascript, Object-Oriented php/mySQL is a plus
* Knowledge of the following software: You should be an expert with
Dreamweaver & Fireworks, and you should be very good with
Photoshop and Illustrator. Flash and InDesign would be a plus...
* Keen interest in young people changing their world

Do Something is an equal opportunity employer.

Web Designer and Computer Support Expert

admin — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:40:00 -0700

The Concord Consortium is an educational nonprofit with an international reputation for innovations in technology that improve teaching and learning. Our staff is extremely dedicated and competent, regularly using a wide range of technologies and applications.

We have an exciting full-time opening for a Web Designer and Computer Support Expert who will support the staff and contribute to specific educational projects. This position requires a self-starter who will provide web design and help desk support for our 30-person organization. The position requires someone with excellent technical skills and experience, as well as a strong sense of humor and a genuine desire to create a better world through educational technology. We are looking for an exceptional individual who has a good balance of technical and design skills and is willing to go the extra mile to arrive at a complete solution to technical problems. It is essential that the successful candidate be available during working hours, Monday through Friday.

He/She will design, build, and maintain project websites, often working with project leaders and other technical staff to design special functions, while maintaining a consistent look and fee across websites. He/she will also lead CC's IT support, which involves keeping all office computers running smoothly by providing software installs, updates, hardware and software troubleshooting, software and hardware asset tracking, printing, and other duties as assigned.

The Web Designer and Computer Support Expert reports to the Manager of Information Technology. She or he will have a strong understanding of how computer hardware and software works, as well as ample experience troubleshooting problems on both Windows and Mac platforms.

The candidate must have experience with a wide range of operating systems and applications, ranging from Windows 2000 to Windows XP/Vista, and Mac OS X. Commanding knowledge of CSS and cross-browser issues is required. Knowledge of printers, networks, the Internet, Web pages, Linux, MS Office, FirstClass, and open source software is preferred. The ideal candidate would have system administration skills as well as knowledge of PHP, Java, J-Ruby, and Ruby on Rails. While a broad range of skills is valuable to us, there is technical backup in depth within the organization. The work environment at Concord Consortium is casual and flexible, but fast paced and stimulating. Concord Consortium provides excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance as well as four weeks of vacation.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages multiple, simultaneous, ongoing, user support requests.
Follows individual support requests to a satisfactory and verified end resolution in each instance.
Creates user interface designs for web sites and web-like java applications
Creates themes for web sites and web-like java applications.
Creates Web pages for the organization and specific projects, including customizing pages generated by Rails and PHP.
Creates graphics for: logos, icons, CD labels, and printed newsletter.
Assists in formatting and publishing printed newsletter.
Sets up new user workstations and, when necessary, migrates the existing user environment.
Assists with software and hardware asset management.
Evaluates and performs preventative maintenance, upgrades, and security fixes.
Troubleshoots printers, handheld devices, and routine network problems.
Evaluates and recommends future technology purchasing needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Understanding of PC hardware and software (Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista).
Understanding of Mac hardware and software (Mac OS X, PowerPC and Intel).
Understanding of Linux operating system is a plus.
Experience with CSS and javascript.
Understanding of cross browser issues and fixes
Experience with Flash, AJAX is a plus.
Experience with publishing high quality printed materials.
Understanding of network printer functions, malfunctions, and resolutions.
Familiarity with a range of office applications including Word, Filemaker, Excel, and open source equivalents.
Familiarity with handheld computers (Palm, PocketPC, WinCE, iPod).
Experience with web programming, especially PHP, Ruby, and Java a strong plus.
Ability to manage multiple projects and support requests.
Ability to manage own time and responsibilities without extensive supervision.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with enthusiasm for working as part of a team as well as independently.
A minimum of two years experience in hardware and software configuration, troubleshooting, and repair including but not limited to, Windows and Mac OS, printers, and network connectivity issues.
Ability and desire to learn new skills and technologies as required.

TO APPLY

Please email resume, cover letter, and at least one example of a web site for which you have designed the layout and graphics, to:

webtechjob@concord.org

Attn: Jennifer Glover
Concord Consortium
25 Love Lane
Concord, MA 01742

Online Marketing Manager

admin — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:55:00 -0700

Department: Institutional Advancement

Title: Online Marketing Manager

Type: Full time, Permanent

DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Online Marketing Manager will play a key role in helping to promote the visibility and brand of United Way of New York City (UWNYC).

The Online Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing, coordinating and executing UWNYCs interactive marketing efforts, including leading the organizations website redevelopment efforts. Critical in ensuring the effectiveness and success of UWNYCs new and expanding online initiatives, the Online Marketing Manager will partner with other departments across the organization and develop relationships with external partners to produce innovative, comprehensive, relevant online strategies and programs.

In addition, the Online Marketing Manager will help to create and strengthen the impact of communications in support of UWNYCs special events, fundraising campaigns, affinity groups, volunteer initiatives and community action initiatives. The Online Marketing Manager will be responsible for writing and editing a full range of marketing and communications materials through variety of channels, including campaign materials, fundraising collateral, customized fact sheets, executive speaking points, invitations and client success stories, among others.

The Online Marketing Manager will also assist in the supervision of the Coordinator, Marketing & Communications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Interactive Communications & Marketing

Website Management

· Responsible for project management, implementation, and/or development of UWNYC websites.

· Develops, writes and manages content for UWNYCs web properties, including main website (www.unitedwaynyc.org) and site for leadership givers (www.leadunited.org)

· Develops strategies to increase traffic to UWNYC websites and increase online giving through the sites.

· Works closely with Senior Creative Director on design conceptualization of websites and all electronic communications.

· Interfaces with other departments to ensure content are frequently updated and current.

· Ensures timely responses to all email inquiries received via websites.

Electronic Publications & Communications

· Writes/edits quarterly eUpdates for distribution to donors and other key stakeholders to keep them informed of UWNYCs work.

· Writes/edits and oversees bi-monthly electronic newsletter for UWNYC staff to highlight goals and achievements of the organization.

· Crafts electronic communications for use within the workplace by United Ways corporate partners.

· Responsible for testing and deploying all electronic communications to appropriate lists and tracking delivery.

· Manages email subscription lists for electronic communications.

Online Reporting, Measurement & Research

· Develops key performance indicators to and measures impact of online marketing efforts.

· Evaluates, tracks and reports on various metrics with suggestions for improvement to online systems and strategy.

· Keeps abreast of market trends as well as industry trends in new and emerging technologies to find opportunities for UWNYC.

Editorial

As assigned by Director, Communications write, edit, proofread and/or coordinate production of marketing collateral in support of:

Special Events

· Full range of marketing support for UWNYC special events including:

Dedicated subsites
Print and electronic materials
(e.g.: registration forms, invitations; sponsorship flyers, etc)
Event journals and programs
Emcee scripts and executive speaking points
Event photography

Fundraising/Campaign

· Focus group tested annual fundraising collateral including contributors guides, posters and tent cards.

· Customized materials for corporate campaigns (e.g.: pledge forms, fact sheets)

· Compelling success stories of program clients that demonstrate the impact of UWNYCs programs on their lives.

Affinity Groups

· Communications designed to attract and retain membership of UWNYCs two affinity groups for leadership givers: Women United in Philanthropy and Young Leaders Council. Includes:

Member surveys, brochures, e-newsletters, special event communications

Volunteer Initiatives

· Outreach materials for community volunteer projects organized by UWNYC

· Customized materials for team volunteer projects and drives (e.g.: book drives, canned food drives) organized by UWNYC for select corporate partners.

Community Action Initiatives

· Public education/outreach materials for use in connection with UWNYCs Community Action Initiatives.

Other

· Provides supervision and coaching to Coordinator, Marketing & Communications.

· Acts as resident photographer for UWNYC events as required.

· Additional editorial assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

Bachelors Degree required.

5-7 years of professional experience, with primary focus on online communications.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have:

· Previous experience managing successful online properties;

· Excellent writing and editing skills;

· Strong strategic thinking, including the ability to see how integrated online and offline marketing communications can help achieve organizations objectives;

· Previous experience working in an agency environment, managing clients or running a significant online marketing program;

· Solid experience with content management systems and frameworks;

· Strong organizational skills;

· Strong understanding of project management best practices;

· Previous experience in organizational branding;

· Superior attention to detail and ability to set priorities under deadline are essential;

· Previous experience marketing for nonprofit organizations preferred

Technology:

· Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint;

· Working knowledge of HTML;

· Familiarity and experience with DHTML, javascript, and XML a plus;

· Familiarity and experience with image editing applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc) a plus;

· Familiarity and experience with browser compatible programming such as PHP, Java, DHTML, or PERL a plus;

· Familiarity with rich media applications (Flash, etc), design, and best practices a plus;

· Experience with project management software a plus.

Successful candidate will be collaborative, creative, strategic, self-motivated and possess exceptional communication skills. Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, team-oriented environment.

COMPENSATION:

We offer a competitive compensation package.

TO APPLY:

Please send cover letter and résumé to resume@uwnyc.org indicating Position #27002 in subject line of email. No faxes or phone calls please.

United Way of NYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer