NABJ Employment Opportunities:

 Program/Project Coordinator

 PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

NABJ is seeking a Program/Project Coordinator to be responsible for NABJ programs and special projects. Specifically, the Program/Project Coordinator will:

·         Work closely with the Executive Director in developing and managing existing and new programming for NABJ to further its mission

·         Implement programming for NABJ, including but not limited to planning it annual convention, media workshops, receptions, and awards ceremonies                                                                   

·         Coordinate invitations, mailings, outreach to program participants, invitees, vendors, and other relevant support staff on program-related projects                                                                                    

·         Create and maintain budgets for all aspects of NABJ programs.
- Assist in the design, development and marketing of publicity materials for NABJ programs
- Participate in fundraising efforts for NABJ, including assisting with special fundraising events and grant proposals  

TYPE:  Full Time / 35 hours    DEADLINE:  2/15/13

 The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to: 

-       Create, manage, and develop innovative programming.

-       Build and maintain relationships with a wide range of people                                         

-       Leverage relationships into opportunities for partnerships, as may be appropriate or desirable

-       Manage multiple projects, large and small, at the same time.

-       Communicate clearly and effectively in both writing and speech.

-       Work effectively in both a large organizational network as well as a small office environment

-       Manage the needs of a diverse group of stakeholders.

-       Create innovative programming and attend to the details necessary for successful events

Additional Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in program management, fundraising, grant writing, or public administration

·         At least 3 years’ experience in non-profit management

·         Track record of successful program management, and experience with fundraising and/or grant writing

·         Understanding of current issues in public affairs 

TO APPLY SEND COVER LETTER & RESUME to Natalia Prakash at nprakash@nabj.org

For immediate consideration, please send cover letter and resume by February 6, 2013

NABJ’s National Office Internship Program

NABJ’s national office is looking for interns to assist the full-time staff.  Interns will gain experience in day-to-day operations of a national, non-profit membership organization devoted to providing quality programs and member services.  Internship opportunities are available year-round.  

Interns will assist with the following special events and program areas:

• Convention and Career Fair (Orlando, FL 2013)
• Salute to Excellence Awards Gala
• Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Reception
• Media Institutes
• Communications/Graphic Design
• Membership Services
• Sponsorship/Fundraising
• Accounting

Application Requirements: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript (undergraduate/graduate)
• Three (3) References 

Click Here To Apply

Application Deadline: March 8, 2013 (5:00PM EST)

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Strategic Planning Consultant

Request for Proposal Deadline: September 21, 2012, 5:00PM EST

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, seeks an experienced strategic planning consultant to help facilitate the updating of the organization’s current strategic plan.  All applicants must submit an official proposal to be considered.

NABJ Background & Mission:

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is an organization of journalists, students and media-related professionals that provides quality programs and services to and advocates on behalf of black journalists worldwide.  Founded by 44 men and women on December 12, 1975, in Washington, D.C., NABJ is the largest organization of journalists of color in the nation.  Many of NABJ's members also belong to one of the professional and student chapters that serve black journalists nationwide.

Purpose:

NABJ is seeking a strategic-planning consultant to help facilitate the updating of its current strategic plan that will expire December 2012.  The purpose of updating NABJ’s strategic plan is to provide current and relevant information that will guide NABJ’s work in growing membership and developing meaningful programming.  NABJ’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors will select 5-7 members, excluding the President and Consultant, to drive the process of updating the strategic plan.

Proposal Requirements:

• Letter of interest: describing your experience with similar planning projects. Proposal must describe your approach, methods, availability, anticipated timeline for the completion for a successful strategic plan, and fee structure.
• Resume
• Three (3) References
  

NABJ reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted if such election is deemed to be in the best interest of NABJ. NABJ assumes no obligation, no responsibility and no liability for costs incurred by the responding applicants prior to issuance of a contract.

Submit proposals by email to:
Natalia Prakash, NABJ Executive Assistant
nprakash@nabj.org

Request for Proposal Deadline: September 21, 2012, 5:00PM EST

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 Development Consultant

Application Deadline: September 25, 2012

 ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

STATUS: Full-Time (40 hours/week) 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Development Consultant will be responsible for a wide-range fund development plan by coordinating and assuring the implementation of strategies to build sustainable sources of revenue; and to gain support from targeted constituencies and the general public. The Development Consultant carries out details of fundraising efforts and other promotional efforts in coordination with the Executive Director and Board of Directors. Duties are as follows:

1. Development Committee

• Provide strategic support to Board Development Committee for purpose of carrying out all fundraising and promotional efforts.

2. Grants

• Conduct research on new potential sources for grants, as well as stay attuned to request cycles of past sources.
• Write and submit proposals according to grant guidelines.
• Send all follow-up reports as requested assuring use of funds according to grant parameters.
  

• Acknowledge all financial donations within 48 hours of receipt.
• Maintain accurate database/mailing list of supporters.
• In conjunction with Executive Director, maintain and further develop meaningful relationships with existing donors.
•  Develop strategies for recruiting and cultivating major donors.
• Promote planned giving options with NABJ.

4. Annual Fund

• In conjunction with Executive Director and Development Committee, develop annual fundraising campaigns to individuals, associations and businesses.
• Carry out annual fund plan, with support as needed from Executive Director, Development Committee and Board of Directors.

5. Budget

• Manage assigned budgets.

6. Public Relations

• Assist Executive Director in developing appropriate newsletters, brochures, displays, websites and annual report materials that tell the story of NABJ’s successes.
• In conjunction with Executive Director, strategize and manage ways to publicly promote the organization.

7. Special Events

• In conjunction with Executive Director, assist in the developing, planning and execution of meaningful events to promote and raise funds for NABJ to include three major events.

8. Participate in NABJ Staff Meetings.

9. Participate in NABJ Events (Media Institutes, Hall of Fame, Annual Convention and Career fair,  etc.).

10. Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

 Click Here to Apply (Deadline: September 25, 2012)

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Managing Director

Application Deadline: October 5, 2012

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5-8 years professional experience preferably in journalism, communications, or education/program development.

• 5 years in senior management with budgetary and supervisory responsibilities;

• Ability to develop program curriculum and execute year-round program sessions nationwide;

• Proven track record in securing and managing grants is a must.

• Prior nonprofit/association experience and/or education experience highly desirable.

• Some travel required.

Click Here to Apply (Deadline: October 5, 2012)