Employment Opportunities

Job Description / Announcement
Position: Program Manager
Location: 901 N. Broadway, White Plains, NY

Organization: Girls Inc. Westchester opens opportunities to girls who are too often shut out from them. In a society that systematically undervalues and undermines girls—especially girls living in poverty and girls of color—we ensure that they grow up healthy, educated, and independent. Through our research-based programs, safe spaces, and long-term mentoring relationships, we change the trajectories of girls’ lives. At Girls Inc. Westchester, girls discover their strengths, build lasting skills, and become leaders in their communities. We also advocate with and for girls, on a local and national scale, advancing policies that expand their rights and promote equality for all. Learn more at www.girlsincwestchester.org.

Summary: Girls Inc. of Westchester is looking for a creative, committed and energetic Program Manager that possesses qualifications to develop and empower girls between the ages of 9-18 years of age. The Program Manger will administer and deliver Girls Inc programming as they relate to girls and their families throughout the communities of Westchester County.

Responsibilities
● Supervise the Program Facilitators
● Work closely with the GIWC staff, Volunteers, and Community members
● Assist in the supervision, management, coordination and oversight of programs, events and projects provided to girls, parents and community members such as the College Shower, Girls Leadership Summit, Kick-off event, and End of Year Celebration.
● Assist in the delivery of dynamic, engaging and educational programs in a pro-girl environment.
● Report to the Director of Programs and the Executive Team to analyze youth requirements, develop effective programming and identify resources for the same.
● Assist in training all program employees and volunteers
● Manage the Program Volunteers and Intern Program
● Attend and be present at weekly staff meetings
● Assist with planning, implementing, marketing and evaluating of program activities to achieve all of GIWC’s program objectives and goals
● Manage and oversee the data collection and reporting of Compass 360
● Develop, plan, implement, market and evaluate virtual program activities to achieve all of GIWC’s program objectives and goals
● Ability to work some nights, weekends, school holidays
●Lead GIE sessions at school sites and/or virtually, as needed

Qualifications
● Associate’s Degree required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred, however, work experience will be considered.
● Ability to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence in young girls.
● Experience working with diverse communities.
● Ability to work collaboratively with other adults.
● Ability to multi-task and adjust to the needs of the role.
● Ability to facilitate large group discussions and engaging activities.
● Support self-care, self-awareness and community advocacy.

● Reliable/own transportation required
● Bilingual Spanish/English is highly desirable.

Application Information
● Entry Level Salary Range: $45,000/annually (Full-Time)
● Please send a cover letter and resume info@girlsincwestchester.org.

Send resume and cover letter for the position you are interested in to: info@girlsincwestchester.org /No phone calls please.

Job Description / Announcement

Position:   Development Associate

Location:  901 N. Broadway, White Plains, NY 10603

STATUS:    Full Time/Exempt

Organization: Girls Inc. Westchester opens opportunities to girls who are too often shut out from them. In a society that systematically undervalues and undermines girls, we ensure that they grow up healthy, educated, and independent. Through our research-based programs, safe spaces, and long-term mentoring relationships, we change the trajectories of girls’ lives. At Girls Inc. of Westchester County, girls discover their strengths, build lasting skills, and become leaders in their communities. We also advocate for girls, on a local and national scale, advancing policies that expand their rights and promote equality for all. Learn more at www.girlsincwestchester.org

Position Summary: A key member of the fund development team, the Administrative Associate is responsible for ongoing administrative support in the areas of donor communications, gift management, and event coordination. Focus areas include managing the fundraising database, donor acknowledgements, fundraising communications, annual fund appeals, and donor and organizational events. The Administrative Associate participates in the administration, creation, and implementation of efficient, impactful plans for our nonprofit to meet and exceed our stated development goals. This position is based in the White Plains, NY office and reports to the Director of Development. Opportunities for growth and advancement.

Responsibilities and Functions:

• Support the Director of Development in all aspects of development as needed

• Manage all administrative responsibilities

• Prospect and donor research and profiling

• Assist in creating marketing, development, solicitation materials, and social media posts

• Help coordinate department reports and needed fundraising efforts

• Manage the fundraising database to effectively process all gifts, pledges, and payments – 

insuring accuracy of all data and donor information.

• Generate all donor gift acknowledgements and donor tax statements

• Execute queries and prepare mailing lists for department mail and email campaigns

• Provide logistical support for all special events, donor cultivation, and appreciation events

• Support day to day operations in a fast-paced environment with independent judgment and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive material

• Participate in special projects and take on additional tasks as requested

Qualifications:

• Attention to detail is a must – accuracy in all things is primary

• Excellent organizational skills – Strong attention to detail

• Ability to form relationships with a diverse group of people

• Self-starter who is comfortable handling multiple simultaneous assignments in a fast-paced

   Environment

• 1-3 years of experience in a nonprofit (preferred) or similar philanthropic organization

• Previous exposure to fundraising and development preferred

• Commitment to the nonprofit sector

• Experience with data management or transferable skills with a proven track record of success

• Experience creating with social media postings

• Strong communication and writing skills

• Excellent research and computing skills

• Strong Excel, Word, & PowerPoint skills

• Strong Canva and Hootsuite skills a plus

Compensation: $48,000 – $54,000 per year based on experience.  Benefits available.

Application Information:

• Send a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to:  mspears@girlsincwestchester.org

• No phone calls please.

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