Responsibilities:
Specific program management responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Planning and implementing creative, well-organized, and high-quality programs that capitalize on the time and talents of teams of volunteers;
• Creating, managing, and implementing curricula for projects;
• Developing and maintaining strong, collaborative partnerships with New York Cares Project Partner agencies (transitional housing facilities, community based organizations, schools, and city agencies);
• Conducting regular site visits to partner agencies and volunteer projects;
• Recruiting, supporting, and training volunteer project Team Leaders and developing and conducting volunteer trainings;
• Identifying and coordinating project support resources;
• Keeping accurate database records on all service programs; generating and monitoring programmatic data.
• Evaluating programs;
• Writing detailed descriptions of programs for volunteer outreach publications and funding proposals;
• Assisting, as necessary, with organization-wide initiatives including Annual Events and volunteer orientations.

Additionally, New York Cares volunteer projects, trainings, and events take place before and after work and on weekend, requiring the Program Manager to work several evenings per month and multiple weekend days a year.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with relevant professional experience, including program development/ management.
• Commitment to doing indirect service for volunteers to implement.
• Creativity in approaching program planning.
• Strong organizational skills; able to manage many projects simultaneously and determine priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and interest in working with people. Ability to communicate effectively and problem solve with agency contacts, volunteers, corporate contacts and staff.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with computers (Mac OS and database experience a plus).
• Volunteer experience, plus a commitment to volunteerism and to corporate social responsibility.

Salary:
Mid to upper 30s depending on experience

To Apply:
To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to New York Cares, attn: Meghan Moloney
By email: Meghan_Moloney@nycares.org
By mail: 214 West 29th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10001
By fax: 212-228-6414

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Cultivating and maintaining collaborative partnerships with Project Partner agencies (nursing homes, community centers, assisted living housing facilities and other community and city agencies)
• Planning and implementing well organized and high quality volunteer service programs for teams of individuals and for corporate groups
• Creating and developing innovative seniors, health and wellness and environmental programs
• Recruiting, supporting and training volunteer project leaders
• Managing multiple project budgets
• Evaluating programs by attending volunteer projects and visiting existing partner agencies
• Conducting site visits to new partner agencies and providing technical assistance for program development
• Writing detailed descriptions of programs for publications
• Assisting, as necessary, with organization-wide initiatives such as Annual Events and volunteer orientation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Strong administrative and organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage many projects simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, and interest an in working with both individual volunteers and corporate teams.
• Creativity and problem solving skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team
• Strong computer skills (Mac and File Maker Pro database experience a plus)
• Experience working with volunteers and/or in customer service will be considered a plus
• Commitment to working on behalf of children and developing suitable programs for children
• A flexible schedule, including the ability to work late evenings and occasional weekends as needed
• Experience creating, coordinating, or developing programs/curricula for seniors, people living with HIV/AIDS, mental illness a plus

Salary Range:
Mid 30's, commensurate with experience. 2 years experience in non-profit management preferred, but not required.

To Apply:
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to New York Cares, attn: Susan Craine
By mail: 214 West 29th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10001
By email: Susan_Craine@nycares.org
By fax: 212-228-6414

Objective:
Assist in ensuring smooth flow of administrative and facility operations

Responsibilities:

• Administrative: Assist staff with administrative functions as needed. Assist with Board of Directors' correspondence and meeting calendar. Update Board info in database. Provide backup for telephone switchboard from 1:00pm - 2:00pm daily.
• Financial: Prepare daily bank deposits and mail outgoing checks. Assist in inputting accounts payable/accounts receivable and other financial tasks.
• Equipment: Ensure office equipment, including fax and copier, postage machine, alarm system, air conditioning, etc. are working properly and necessary supplies (i.e. paper and toner) are available. Liaise w/ service providers for equipment repair. Update phone extensions & contact service providers to repair phones, lines, extensions or the voicemail system.
• Mail Services: Process and stamp all outgoing mail on a daily basis & add postage to meter.
• HR: Assist in orienting new staff including providing overview of office environment and equipment usage. Distribute and collect office keys & maintain key inventory.
• Purchasing: Order office supplies & ensure received order is correct. Stock supply closet and maintain it in an orderly fashion. Stock bathroom and kitchen supplies. Retrieve meeting supplies and set-up space for staff functions.
• Other: Prepare checks for mailing and deposit. Send email reminders for evaluations/birthdays. Liaise with building maintenance and outside vendors for necessary repairs. Enter Volunteer Information Forms into database.

In addition, the Office Coordinator will be involved on an as-needed basis in organization-wide initiatives such as Annual Events, Special Events, Corporate Services Projects and new volunteer orientations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills with an acute eye for detail
• Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member
• Superior interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Professional demeanor, both in person and on the telephone
• Flexibility and the ability to manage many projects simultaneously
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, and database experience)
• Commitment to volunteerism

Salary:
Low 30's, commensurate with experience

To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to New York Cares, attn: Human Resources, by mail: 214 West 29th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10001; by email: hr@nycares.org; or by fax: 212-228-6414.

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to assisting in event coordination and implementation (preparation and tracking of invitee mailing lists, tracking and acknowledgement of live auction donors; preparation of seating charts, registration lists, night of event volunteer plan and materials, gift bag assemblyÉ etc.); working with board leadership; using in-house database software for gift entry and timely processing and reconciliation of all donations and ticket purchases; maintaining financial reports; and providing administrative support as needed.

Qualifications:
We seek a dynamic, highly motivated team player to provide administrative and event support with enthusiasm and a commitment to quality. Candidates should have:

• Event planning and/or fundraising experience desired, non-profit experience a plus.
• Comfort communicating with high profile donors and board members.
• Demonstrable experience working with volunteers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior organizational and administrative skills, including the ability to manage calendars efficiently and conscientiously maintain timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word, including: mail merges, data imports, & Excel formulas.
• The ability to work effectively and proactively both independently and as a member of a team.
• A flexible schedule, including the ability to work over the Thanksgiving weekend (Friday, 11/28 - Sunday, 11/30), and availability to provide day of event support on December 2, from 9am - 11pm.

Dates:
August 2008 - February 2009

Compensation:
$19/hour, 24-40 hours/week

To Apply:
Please submit cover letter and resume to New York Cares by email or fax, Attn: HR / Seasonal Benefit Assistant at Email: Stephanie_Chin@nycares.org / Fax: 212-228-6414. Please include the title of the position in the subject line.

Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Director of Youth Service, the Youth Service Program Associate (AmeriCorps) Member will create, manage, and maintain volunteer-driven projects and initiatives that address a wide range of social issues. Youth volunteer projects may include serving and delivering meals, cleaning parks, visiting senior citizens, and assisting in after-school programs. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Developing partnerships with schools and community agencies
• Coordinating and managing monthly volunteer projects for partnering schools and community agencies
• Providing ongoing support to youth volunteers
• Developing task-based projects for youth volunteers
• Attending each project and managing on-site project needs
• Evaluating ongoing projects and school/agency relationships with supervisor
• Creating and delivering education and reflection materials for volunteers and school/agency staff
• Performing program-related administrative duties
• Engaging in community outreach to recruit partner agencies for New York Cares
• Participating in and coordinating youth service leadership conferences/trainings
• Contributing to and engaging teens to contribute to monthly youth service newsletter

Since New York Cares volunteer projects, trainings and events may take place before and after traditional work hours and on weekends, the AmeriCorps Members will be asked to set schedules that accommodate these hours, in order to visit and assess programs.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience; ability to make a one-year commitment to AmeriCorps and New York Cares; interest in youth service; strong group facilitation skills; excellent interpersonal skills; experience and interest in working with youth; strong administrative skills, including an ability to manage and multi-task many projects; solid problem solving skills; ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team; excellent written and oral communications skills; general knowledge of MSOffice & FileMaker software; and ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of agency contacts & volunteers.

Stipend:
The Youth Service Program Associate (AmeriCorps) Member will receive a weekly stipend of $384.62, full health benefits, a monthly metro card from New York Cares and an education award of $4,725 upon completion of the year of service (Sept. 2008 - Aug. 2009). For more information about AmeriCorps, visit www.americorps.org.

To Apply:
Send resume and cover letter to New York Cares, Attn: Michael Wise, Director of Youth Service.
By mail: 214 West 29th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10001
By fax: 212-228-6414
By e-mail: Michael_Wise@nycares.org.   Please include job title in subject line.