job possibility!

[Doug Schuler]

FYI,

> Date: Thu, 04 Feb 1999 17:03:09 -0500
From: Jillaine Smith <jillaine at benton.org>
To: upforgrabs-L at cdinet.com, riders at lists.desktop.org,
        afcn-members at lists.colorado.edu
Subject: JOB: Progressive Technology Project Coordinator

From: Caronatlas at aol.com
Date: Thu, 4 Feb 1999 15:39:38 EST

Please note that the deadline for applying is March 1; this is a reposting 
of the position with increased scope and activity. 

Progressive Technology Project
Job Announcement
Project Coordinator

The Progressive Technology Project (PTP) is a new collaboration that seeks to
raise the scope and scale of technology resources available to grassroots
organizing groups working for progressive social change. 

PTP's goals include developing a program of technical assistance that
addresses the unique needs of organizing groups; building the capacity of
groups to sustain new technology skills; leveraging resources; creating models
that are effectively shared and spread; and creating a place for strategic
discussions about the relationship between technology and grassroots
organizing.  PTP's programs include the support of strategic initiatives in
partnership with organizing collaboratives, a grants pool, and workshops and
other capacity building services.
 
The Progressive Technology Project is seeking a motivated individual to act as
coordinator of its activities.  The position is 3/4 - full-time, to be
negotiated, and will be paid as a salary. Appropriate operational expenses
will be reimbursed.
 
Duties & Responsibilities
 
Program Development
* Act as primary liaison with the PTP advisory board and its committees, with
contractors, and with PTP award applicants and recipients
* Set up and organize PTP grantmaking and contracting processes
* Coordinate the activities of the Grants Committee
* Write RFPs, grant letters and policies as needed, in consultation with the
PTP advisory board
 
External Relations
* Act as PTP’s liaison within the greater non-profit community 
* Be a proactive proponent of the project
 
Administrative Support
* Carry out research, gather and disseminate information
* Maintain project records and contact with fiscal agent
* Develop and monitor budget
* Coordinate communications and other activities of the board
* Coordinate fundraising, including writing proposals and grant reports 
 
Qualifications and Requirements
 
These criteria are listed in order of importance and the PTP understands that
candidates may have a mix of skill levels within these areas. The geographic
location of the candidate is not a strong consideration.
 
* Must be an energetic and organized self-starter
* Must have solid experience in grassroots organizing and a demonstrated
commitment to social justice work
* Need to have excellent writing and editing skills
* Need experience in or strong knowledge of fundraising and technology 
 
Interested applicants should send a resume, including contact information for
references, and a writing sample to:
 
Caron Atlas
Progressive Technology Project
88 Prospect Park West, #3D
Brooklyn, NY  11215

The deadline for receipt of applications is March 1, 1999, with a decision
intended by April 1, 1999. 

The board would like the hired Coordinator to start as soon as possible after
the decision is made. This is a reposting of the position, with increased
scope and activity. All questions regarding this posting should be directed in
writing to the above address or by e-mail to caronatlas at aol.com. Compensation
rate will be negotiated depending on the skills and background of the
Coordinator, but it should be understood that this is a new project with
finite resources.  
 
Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply. 
 



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