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Job Opening: Join the Movement as a Director of Programs

The Jakara Movement with the Guru’s Nadir (Grace), seva of our volunteers, and the baksh (benediction) of the Sangat we are pleased to announce our first employment position.  We are seeking a part-time Director of Programs to help coordinate the gambit of Jakara Movement projects – from mentoring, to social services, to leadership development, to educational programs and community-service projects.  This is an important position that will offer someone a chance to create the culture and help coordinate a growing youth movement.

 

Position Title: Director of Programs

Organizational Relationship: Reporting to the Executive Council

General Summary:

The director of programs is responsible for the implementation, management, supervision and evaluation of all the organization’s programs in accordance with the goals set out by the organization. As a member of the senior management team, the director of programs participates in strategic planning and budgeting initiatives in addition to problem solving. He/she works within the guidelines, policies and mission of the organization and will be accountable and responsible for specific projects as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Human Resource Management

• Direct, plan and coordinate the work of the program staff and volunteers, including supervision and evaluation, training and team building.
• Organize and attend meetings to maintain effective communication.
• Ensure adequate and qualified staff to carry out the program activities.
• In consultation with the executive council, responsible for the screening, selecting, coaching, and discipline of program staff and volunteers.
• Develop, implement and evaluate recruitment strategies to expand staff and volunteer participation.

2. Program Delivery

• Responsible for implementation, management, supervision and evaluation of all activities of the program in accordance with organizational goals.
• Stay abreast and implement all modifications to the goals of the organization in a timely manner.
• Manage and supervise data management software.
• Maintain record, compile, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual program statistics including: monthly newsletters, website and social media updates, and internal communication.
• Develop and recommend solutions to executive council by analyzing trends in various programs.
• Implement, manage, supervise and evaluate all activities related to the core programs.
• Develop, implement and evaluate recruitment strategies to expand client participation in various programs.

Programs included, but not limited to:

A) Mentoring Programs (examples include, but not limited to, Tutoring and Jakara Juniors Camps)

• Responsible for the implementation, management, supervision and evaluation of all activities in accordance with the goals of the organization.
• Responsible for the expansion of the programs forming partnerships and coalitions, where appropriate.
• Compile, analyze and report on trends in the programs.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to increase the number of clients served by the programs.

B) Educational Conference/Events Programs (examples include, but not limited to, Lalkaar and Sikholars)

• Responsible for the implementation, management, supervision and evaluation of all activities related to the social development programs.
• Identify and form partnerships to enhance and increase the number of social development programs offered by the organization where appropriate.

C) Activist Skills Development Programs (examples include, but not limited to, J.Kharkhoos)

• Responsible for the implementation, management, supervision and evaluation of all activities related to core programs, including skills development workshops.
• Responsible for ensuring skills development workshops are relevant in topic and targeted for the appropriate audiences.
• Identify and form appropriate partnerships for the delivery of workshops and the program.

D) Social Service Programs (examples include, but not limited to, Ladoos: Pink and Blue and Bhujangi Youth Academy)

• Responsible for the implementation, management, supervision and evaluation of all activities related to the social service programs.
• Identify and form partnerships to enhance and increase the number of social development programs offered by the organization where appropriate.

E) Community Service Programs (examples include, but not limited to Sikhi-Seva-Cinema, alternative collegiate break)

• Responsible for organization, management, supervision and evaluation of all activities related to community service programs.
• Identify and form partnerships to enhance and increase the number of community development programs offered by the organization where appropriate.

F) Fundraising Programs (examples include, but not limited to, Fundraiser Events and Firework Sales)

• Responsible for event planning, organization, management, supervision and evaluation of all activities related to fundraising programs.
• Identify and form partnerships with key individuals as well as supervision of staff and volunteers where appropriate.

G) Committee Work

• Local Organization: Responsible for supporting the local committee and other committees as assigned.
• Regional Organization: Participate in regional committees when given appropriate opportunity as well as attend regional meetings and workshops when budget allows.

H) Local community

• Participate in community programs as deemed appropriate.

Position Specifications

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Human Services, Health, Social Work, Education or a related field required.
• Three (3) to five (5) years related work experience may be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s degree.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong problem solving and leadership skills.
• Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong sense of order and organization.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment and handle multiple long and short-term tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to manage and develop long-term virtual relationships.
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, self-motivated and excellent follow though skills.
• Well developed interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all organization levels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge and proficiency in PC applications, including MS Office.
• Strong communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Bilingual – Punjabi and English

Working Conditions

• This position will work remotely and must have access to a vehicle.

Position Start Date: Early December 2011

Minimum Commitment: 1 Year

Compensation: $17,000 annually plus benefits, including medical and dental, with generous vacation and sick leave

Application: Please submit a resume and cover letter to Jakara Movement at info@jakara.org.

The final deadline to apply is November 04, 2011.