Executive/Personal Coordinator
Job Description: Executive Assistant would effectively provide seamless administration support to Ari Nessel, and to a lesser extent his wife Rebecca and the Mobius executive team (Biru Pandya and Daniel Rachman). Duties would be assisting the following: meeting preparation, extensive calendar management, travel itineraries, purchasing, financial administration and special projects. Personal Assistant duties will include administrative support to household members. Anticipated location of role would be split 60% working from Ari’s house in Ross (Marin County, CA) and 40% from assistant’s home. Primary responsibilities: Financial Administration +Bill payment and credit card management- paying bills, categorizing expenses for bookkeeper +Monitoring of monthly business travel, donations, and subscriptions +Purchasing of various items (work and personal) +Insurance: maintenance of all insurance policies (personal and business), homeowners. +Manage vendors to maintain home +Coordination with bookkeeper and accountants Calendar Management +Scheduling of intensive calendar (meeting, flights, conference calls and social obligations) +Preparation for gatherings: travel, accommodations and transportation
Business Specific Tasks +Review and maintain all professional memberships +Office management: responsible for ensuring proper and adequate inventory of all business supplies, cleaning supplies, food, telephone and computer maintenance. +Special projects: renovation of Banyan Grove, Awakin Circle preparations, group retreats etc.
Travel +Booking flights, car rental, and hotels for both family and business +Special projects: summer trips, expeditions, group travel Personal Specific Tasks +Monitor and handle all cell phone related issues, lost phones, updating data usage, monitor expenses +Arranging meals for Ari during the week and for family/guests on occasion +Responsible for payroll of household vendors +Picking up mail and overnight mail +Responsible for medical insurance forms for reimbursement from insurance company +Special projects: coordinating event ticket purchases, unplanned purchases/sales, etc. +Taking care of dogs when Ari and family are out of town +Keeping Ari on task for important but non-urgent items (meditation, yoga, hikes with dogs…) +Picking up and dropping off Jonah (age 11) and Deven (age 8) to various activities
Qualifications: +Self motivated individual possessing the genuine desire to improve the quality of the lives of the members you support. Positive attitude with a sense of integrity and confidentiality. +Alignment with organizational culture of Mobius. This includes a longing to serve something bigger then one’s self, grounded in compassion, kindness and personal transformation +Eats a vegetarian or vegan diet +Has a practice of mindfulness or is interested in developing one +Accountable and takes ownership of responsibilities, seeing them through with minimal supervision +Capacity to problem solve and develop creative solutions, often through dialogue +Highly organized and tends to stay on task +Desire to build long term relationship with Ari, his family and broader Mobius team +Superior written and oral communication skills +Strong computer skills, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint +Bonus points for being certified to teach yoga or knowledge of Non-Violent Communication Compensation: +401K with a match of up to 4%. Current match formula is: 100% of the first 3% that you contribute, and then an additional 50% of the next 2% contributed. The maximum match is 4% if you contribute 5% into the 401k plan. +Health Insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield plus comprehensive dental and vision through Aetna. +Salary will be competitive and partly based on applicant’s previous income +Well-being package that includes: Professional Development: For coursework or gatherings connected to Mobius values, aligned with the real estate industry, or aligned to your general function. Any coursework that is taken and passed will be reimbursed 100% up to $3,000 over the calendar year. Mind/Body Wellness: For growth opportunities unrelated to professional work, such as gym, yoga, cooking class, acupuncture therapy, sports classes, and potentially many others. Idea is for active involvement in mind/body growth. Reimbursed 80% up to $1,000 over the next year. Up to one-week additional paid vacation for meditation retreats. Personal Development: For transformational opportunities that shift how we perceive the world. Includes possibilities such as coursework (Landmark course, Hoffman process), long-form trainings (yoga teacher training, etc.), wisdom practices (intensive mindfulness coursework, indigenous training coursework), attending gatherings (compassion in business conference, etc.). Reimbursed 80% up to $1,000 over the next year. If the opportunity presented requires time-off, please specify for possibility of paid time off for this pursuit. Animal Welfare: Support of Nessel community pets, 100% reimbursement of expenses for necessary vet bills/medicines/surgeries up to $300 over the next year. Stakeholder Support: Intention of supporting 1 property to offer matching donations (up to $50) for any resident who wishes to support their favorite 501c3 non-profit (with proof). Additionally, supporting contractors through a variety of initiatives over the next year.
About Mobius: + Mobius is a capital allocation office. We engage with the world using as stewards of various resources. We believe that it is through the integration of inner development and outer service that the conditions for collective thriving emerge. + We use an integrated capital approach to develop multiple forms of wealth (money, soil, wisdom, community, property, knowledge). We focus on the areas where our skills and relationships are strongest – redeveloping habitable spaces, abating suffering, and inclining well-being. Prioritizing a process-orientation that allows for collective emergence and personal development. +Our capital: -Financial: investments, donations, loans, guarantees, flow funds, mezzanine/warrants, non-commercial terms, trust-based approaches -Transcending finance: connections/relationship development, mindfulness retreats, culture development, leadership development -Creative Conditions: Mobius donates 50% of profits yearly; Mobius operates from a sense of abundance
If interested, please check out the Mobius website to get a feel for Ari’s work in the world. If you share with him a longing to manifest a more environmentally sustainable, socially just and spiritually fulfilling human presence on the planet, please submit your resume and cover letter. Thanks!
May 21, 2018
Full time
Executive/Personal Coordinator
Job Description: Executive Assistant would effectively provide seamless administration support to Ari Nessel, and to a lesser extent his wife Rebecca and the Mobius executive team (Biru Pandya and Daniel Rachman). Duties would be assisting the following: meeting preparation, extensive calendar management, travel itineraries, purchasing, financial administration and special projects. Personal Assistant duties will include administrative support to household members. Anticipated location of role would be split 60% working from Ari’s house in Ross (Marin County, CA) and 40% from assistant’s home. Primary responsibilities: Financial Administration +Bill payment and credit card management- paying bills, categorizing expenses for bookkeeper +Monitoring of monthly business travel, donations, and subscriptions +Purchasing of various items (work and personal) +Insurance: maintenance of all insurance policies (personal and business), homeowners. +Manage vendors to maintain home +Coordination with bookkeeper and accountants Calendar Management +Scheduling of intensive calendar (meeting, flights, conference calls and social obligations) +Preparation for gatherings: travel, accommodations and transportation
Business Specific Tasks +Review and maintain all professional memberships +Office management: responsible for ensuring proper and adequate inventory of all business supplies, cleaning supplies, food, telephone and computer maintenance. +Special projects: renovation of Banyan Grove, Awakin Circle preparations, group retreats etc.
Travel +Booking flights, car rental, and hotels for both family and business +Special projects: summer trips, expeditions, group travel Personal Specific Tasks +Monitor and handle all cell phone related issues, lost phones, updating data usage, monitor expenses +Arranging meals for Ari during the week and for family/guests on occasion +Responsible for payroll of household vendors +Picking up mail and overnight mail +Responsible for medical insurance forms for reimbursement from insurance company +Special projects: coordinating event ticket purchases, unplanned purchases/sales, etc. +Taking care of dogs when Ari and family are out of town +Keeping Ari on task for important but non-urgent items (meditation, yoga, hikes with dogs…) +Picking up and dropping off Jonah (age 11) and Deven (age 8) to various activities
Qualifications: +Self motivated individual possessing the genuine desire to improve the quality of the lives of the members you support. Positive attitude with a sense of integrity and confidentiality. +Alignment with organizational culture of Mobius. This includes a longing to serve something bigger then one’s self, grounded in compassion, kindness and personal transformation +Eats a vegetarian or vegan diet +Has a practice of mindfulness or is interested in developing one +Accountable and takes ownership of responsibilities, seeing them through with minimal supervision +Capacity to problem solve and develop creative solutions, often through dialogue +Highly organized and tends to stay on task +Desire to build long term relationship with Ari, his family and broader Mobius team +Superior written and oral communication skills +Strong computer skills, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint +Bonus points for being certified to teach yoga or knowledge of Non-Violent Communication Compensation: +401K with a match of up to 4%. Current match formula is: 100% of the first 3% that you contribute, and then an additional 50% of the next 2% contributed. The maximum match is 4% if you contribute 5% into the 401k plan. +Health Insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield plus comprehensive dental and vision through Aetna. +Salary will be competitive and partly based on applicant’s previous income +Well-being package that includes: Professional Development: For coursework or gatherings connected to Mobius values, aligned with the real estate industry, or aligned to your general function. Any coursework that is taken and passed will be reimbursed 100% up to $3,000 over the calendar year. Mind/Body Wellness: For growth opportunities unrelated to professional work, such as gym, yoga, cooking class, acupuncture therapy, sports classes, and potentially many others. Idea is for active involvement in mind/body growth. Reimbursed 80% up to $1,000 over the next year. Up to one-week additional paid vacation for meditation retreats. Personal Development: For transformational opportunities that shift how we perceive the world. Includes possibilities such as coursework (Landmark course, Hoffman process), long-form trainings (yoga teacher training, etc.), wisdom practices (intensive mindfulness coursework, indigenous training coursework), attending gatherings (compassion in business conference, etc.). Reimbursed 80% up to $1,000 over the next year. If the opportunity presented requires time-off, please specify for possibility of paid time off for this pursuit. Animal Welfare: Support of Nessel community pets, 100% reimbursement of expenses for necessary vet bills/medicines/surgeries up to $300 over the next year. Stakeholder Support: Intention of supporting 1 property to offer matching donations (up to $50) for any resident who wishes to support their favorite 501c3 non-profit (with proof). Additionally, supporting contractors through a variety of initiatives over the next year.
About Mobius: + Mobius is a capital allocation office. We engage with the world using as stewards of various resources. We believe that it is through the integration of inner development and outer service that the conditions for collective thriving emerge. + We use an integrated capital approach to develop multiple forms of wealth (money, soil, wisdom, community, property, knowledge). We focus on the areas where our skills and relationships are strongest – redeveloping habitable spaces, abating suffering, and inclining well-being. Prioritizing a process-orientation that allows for collective emergence and personal development. +Our capital: -Financial: investments, donations, loans, guarantees, flow funds, mezzanine/warrants, non-commercial terms, trust-based approaches -Transcending finance: connections/relationship development, mindfulness retreats, culture development, leadership development -Creative Conditions: Mobius donates 50% of profits yearly; Mobius operates from a sense of abundance
If interested, please check out the Mobius website to get a feel for Ari’s work in the world. If you share with him a longing to manifest a more environmentally sustainable, socially just and spiritually fulfilling human presence on the planet, please submit your resume and cover letter. Thanks!
Job Summary:
Food Empowerment Project is seeking an experienced nonprofit Operations and Development Manager to join our small but immensely passionate team in the Petaluma area of California. We work to create a more just and sustainable world by recognizing the power of one’s food choices. We encourage choices that reflect a more compassionate society by spotlighting the abuse of animals on farms, the depletion of natural resources, unfair working conditions for produce workers, the unavailability of healthy foods in communities of color and low-income areas, and the importance of not purchasing chocolate that comes from the worst forms of child labor. With more than ten years of vegan food justice advocacy, we proudly define justice in a way that doesn't leave anyone behind. If you are passionate about veganism, farm worker justice, food access, and other justice issues, please read on.
Reporting to the Executive Director (ED) and working closely with staff and volunteers, the Operations & Development Manager of Food Empowerment Project (F.E.P.) will work to enhance the strategic organizational processes and infrastructure that will allow F.E.P. to continue to grow and fulfill its mission. At the macro level of the organization, this includes annual budget building, helping set annual objectives and aligning resources to objectives. At micro levels, this includes staff leadership (hiring, training, and performance management), overseeing volunteers and committees, documenting project plans and briefs, and overseeing fundraising efforts and more.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Providing operational support across all 4 core programs (farm worker rights, veganism, food access, and labor in the global chocolate industry)
Developing and executing on long-term fundraising goals and plans, including strategy for donor relations to ensure long term financial health of the org
Working with ED on operational strategy, priorities, objective planning, and human resource planning as needed
Directing and coordinating annual budget planning process and financial plan; and providing oversight of accounting practices and volunteers
Supporting the ED to develop and monitor project and campaign budgets to assure organizational efficiency and appropriate resource allocation
Overseeing hiring and performance management of future full time staff, vendors, and pro bono teams
Working with ED to oversee operational plans, including plans for local chapter expansion to scale F.E.P.’s work
Managing the purchase, deployment, training, and effective use of organizational tools and databases (such as donor database, email platform, project management tool, productivity tools, etc.)
Creating and coordinating fundraising communications (emails, newsletters, letters, events, and donor campaigns)
Managing donor database, doing all data entry, and donor reporting
Conducting all work within the values framework set out by the founder to empower those with the fewest resources and not replicate oppressive hierarchies, patriarchy, racism, and classism in our work
Required Qualifications:
Deep and clear passion for the specific work that F.E.P. does, and our values, mission, and approach to food justice
5 Years of nonprofit operations experience
3 Years of fundraising and development experience
Personal understanding of food justice issues, labor rights, global human rights, and the impact of colonization
Understanding of the vegan, animal rights, and animal liberation movement
Experience managing annual budgets
Demonstrable leadership, planning, and operations skills
Additional “Nice-to-Haves”:
Bilingual in Spanish or Tagalog
Experience with PR, communications and/or social media
Degree in nonprofit management, business management, human resources, sociology, or any liberal arts or science degree where the focus was related to food justice
Quickbooks experience
Food Empowerment Project is a vegan food justice organization and a registered non-profit 501(c)(3) based in Petaluma, CA.
Salary: Maximum: $43,680.00
People of color, women and non-binary folks, immigrants, LGBTQ, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply!
Please review our website, www.foodispower.org, prior to applying. Food Empowerment Project (F.E.P.) is an ethics-based organization and we are searching for individuals whose ethics and values are similar to our organization's mission. Please be sure to include in your cover letter how your personal values and practices are parallel with F.E.P.'s overall mission and goals.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing why this role is an ideal fit for your experience and passions.
Jun 19, 2018
Full time
Job Summary:
Food Empowerment Project is seeking an experienced nonprofit Operations and Development Manager to join our small but immensely passionate team in the Petaluma area of California. We work to create a more just and sustainable world by recognizing the power of one’s food choices. We encourage choices that reflect a more compassionate society by spotlighting the abuse of animals on farms, the depletion of natural resources, unfair working conditions for produce workers, the unavailability of healthy foods in communities of color and low-income areas, and the importance of not purchasing chocolate that comes from the worst forms of child labor. With more than ten years of vegan food justice advocacy, we proudly define justice in a way that doesn't leave anyone behind. If you are passionate about veganism, farm worker justice, food access, and other justice issues, please read on.
Reporting to the Executive Director (ED) and working closely with staff and volunteers, the Operations & Development Manager of Food Empowerment Project (F.E.P.) will work to enhance the strategic organizational processes and infrastructure that will allow F.E.P. to continue to grow and fulfill its mission. At the macro level of the organization, this includes annual budget building, helping set annual objectives and aligning resources to objectives. At micro levels, this includes staff leadership (hiring, training, and performance management), overseeing volunteers and committees, documenting project plans and briefs, and overseeing fundraising efforts and more.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Providing operational support across all 4 core programs (farm worker rights, veganism, food access, and labor in the global chocolate industry)
Developing and executing on long-term fundraising goals and plans, including strategy for donor relations to ensure long term financial health of the org
Working with ED on operational strategy, priorities, objective planning, and human resource planning as needed
Directing and coordinating annual budget planning process and financial plan; and providing oversight of accounting practices and volunteers
Supporting the ED to develop and monitor project and campaign budgets to assure organizational efficiency and appropriate resource allocation
Overseeing hiring and performance management of future full time staff, vendors, and pro bono teams
Working with ED to oversee operational plans, including plans for local chapter expansion to scale F.E.P.’s work
Managing the purchase, deployment, training, and effective use of organizational tools and databases (such as donor database, email platform, project management tool, productivity tools, etc.)
Creating and coordinating fundraising communications (emails, newsletters, letters, events, and donor campaigns)
Managing donor database, doing all data entry, and donor reporting
Conducting all work within the values framework set out by the founder to empower those with the fewest resources and not replicate oppressive hierarchies, patriarchy, racism, and classism in our work
Required Qualifications:
Deep and clear passion for the specific work that F.E.P. does, and our values, mission, and approach to food justice
5 Years of nonprofit operations experience
3 Years of fundraising and development experience
Personal understanding of food justice issues, labor rights, global human rights, and the impact of colonization
Understanding of the vegan, animal rights, and animal liberation movement
Experience managing annual budgets
Demonstrable leadership, planning, and operations skills
Additional “Nice-to-Haves”:
Bilingual in Spanish or Tagalog
Experience with PR, communications and/or social media
Degree in nonprofit management, business management, human resources, sociology, or any liberal arts or science degree where the focus was related to food justice
Quickbooks experience
Food Empowerment Project is a vegan food justice organization and a registered non-profit 501(c)(3) based in Petaluma, CA.
Salary: Maximum: $43,680.00
People of color, women and non-binary folks, immigrants, LGBTQ, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply!
Please review our website, www.foodispower.org, prior to applying. Food Empowerment Project (F.E.P.) is an ethics-based organization and we are searching for individuals whose ethics and values are similar to our organization's mission. Please be sure to include in your cover letter how your personal values and practices are parallel with F.E.P.'s overall mission and goals.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing why this role is an ideal fit for your experience and passions.
Kindvertising, LLC works exclusively with compassionate companies and organizations.
Based in San Diego, we provide creative services to clients throughout the world, from The Humane Society of the United States to UNICEF. We specialize in creative strategy, growing social media fanbases, increasing website traffic, and devising stellar video content for any platform. You can view some of our work and services here .
As an intern, you would learn the ropes of the advertising and marketing world in today’s digital era. Tasks may include:
Assisting with social media/digital marketing & research
Attending client meetings
Aiding in day-to-day project management
Attending photoshoots
Running errands (inventory for shoots, etc.)
Assisting with internal marketing/agency promotion
Attending creative brainstorms
Providing representation at events
The qualified applicant will:
Possess a background in marketing/advertising; design/creative skills a plus
Have social media savvy (posting, policies, advertising, etc.); copywriting skills a plus
Be a quick learner, versatile, and show initiative
Demonstrate exemplary professional communication skills, with attention to detail
Exemplify superior organizational skills
Be currently enrolled in a two or four year college and 18 years old or older
Have availability 2-3 days/week (flexible schedule tbd)
Be passionate about animal protection/sustainability/social justice issues
Be based in San Diego
Why work with us:
Gain unique experience working with clients who are ethical and awesome
Learn marketing from talented, dedicated, and caring team members
Flexible hours and location
Friendly atmosphere
Perks: free plant-based food provided; one team-building event
Timeframe: Immediate (2 months)
Job Type: Internship
Location: San Diego, CA
Apply: submit resume and cover letter.
Jun 19, 2018
Intern
Kindvertising, LLC works exclusively with compassionate companies and organizations.
Based in San Diego, we provide creative services to clients throughout the world, from The Humane Society of the United States to UNICEF. We specialize in creative strategy, growing social media fanbases, increasing website traffic, and devising stellar video content for any platform. You can view some of our work and services here .
As an intern, you would learn the ropes of the advertising and marketing world in today’s digital era. Tasks may include:
Assisting with social media/digital marketing & research
Attending client meetings
Aiding in day-to-day project management
Attending photoshoots
Running errands (inventory for shoots, etc.)
Assisting with internal marketing/agency promotion
Attending creative brainstorms
Providing representation at events
The qualified applicant will:
Possess a background in marketing/advertising; design/creative skills a plus
Have social media savvy (posting, policies, advertising, etc.); copywriting skills a plus
Be a quick learner, versatile, and show initiative
Demonstrate exemplary professional communication skills, with attention to detail
Exemplify superior organizational skills
Be currently enrolled in a two or four year college and 18 years old or older
Have availability 2-3 days/week (flexible schedule tbd)
Be passionate about animal protection/sustainability/social justice issues
Be based in San Diego
Why work with us:
Gain unique experience working with clients who are ethical and awesome
Learn marketing from talented, dedicated, and caring team members
Flexible hours and location
Friendly atmosphere
Perks: free plant-based food provided; one team-building event
Timeframe: Immediate (2 months)
Job Type: Internship
Location: San Diego, CA
Apply: submit resume and cover letter.
Preparing and/or cooking vegan food under supervision of the head chef.
Desire to grow with the company as we continue our rapid expansion. When we open our first restaurant two years ago, our food was comprised of 60% vegan and 40% vegetarian food. Recently, our food is comprised of approximately 95% vegan and 5% vegetarian food. We would like to strive to become a vegan restaurant in the near future if we can recruit more vegan cooks.
Have a positive can-do attitude.
Friendly and compassion personality.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Knowledge of Vegan foods a plus.
Member of Vegan society is welcome.
In your application please tell us about your experience in preparing or cooking vegan food and why you are the right person to join our team.
Jun 15, 2018
Full time
Preparing and/or cooking vegan food under supervision of the head chef.
Desire to grow with the company as we continue our rapid expansion. When we open our first restaurant two years ago, our food was comprised of 60% vegan and 40% vegetarian food. Recently, our food is comprised of approximately 95% vegan and 5% vegetarian food. We would like to strive to become a vegan restaurant in the near future if we can recruit more vegan cooks.
Have a positive can-do attitude.
Friendly and compassion personality.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Knowledge of Vegan foods a plus.
Member of Vegan society is welcome.
In your application please tell us about your experience in preparing or cooking vegan food and why you are the right person to join our team.
Philanthropy Officer
Terms of Employment: Full Time, At Will, Exempt Reports to: Associate Director of Major Gifts Position Location: Los Angeles or Southern California
Position Objective:
To advance the impact of Mercy For Animals by cultivating and stewarding a sustainable portfolio of high-value major-donor partners; meet or exceed revenue targets through solicitation of major gifts; and manage a portfolio of major-gift donors located in a defined territory primarily encompassing Southern California, with additional territory responsibilities across the southern United States
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
Manage a portfolio of 120-150 major gift donors
Execute annual strategies based on varied priorities within the assigned portfolio of donors
Meet or exceed monthly metrics for visits, solicitations, proposals, and gifts
Work with team supervisor to routinely review donor portfolio and qualify or cultivate new prospects
Coordinate inclusion of executive and programmatic leaders in the cultivation and solicitation process whenever appropriate
Implement core components of donor cultivation and fundraising events and collaborate with events team and other departments as necessary
Assist with securing corporate sponsors and leadership gifts in advance of annual gala
Maintain meticulous records of all donor contacts and related action items
Frequently travel within defined territory, including trips up to two weeks in duration
Accurately track individual receipts and business expenses required for accounting purposes
Serve as member of the development project team to assist with fundraising appeal planning and execution, donor relations, database conversion, and other joint projects within the department
Collaborate with other major gift team members effectively and with a focus on shared goals and priorities
Adhere to all human resource and administrative policies and procedures
Position Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of five years’ previous development experience, including working in a major gifts officer capacity
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Outgoing and friendly personality
Adeptness at building strong rapport with donors, volunteers, and colleagues
Collaborative, team-playing spirit
Transparent and reliable work style (experience with a remote organizational structure a plus)
Experience writing fundraising proposals
Strong time management skills, organizational ability, and attention to detail
Enthusiasm for frequent travel (25 percent of work time), including some evening and weekend work
Commitment to the mission and values of the organization
Mercy For Animals offers competitive salaries, benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, and a pleasant vegan work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Mercy For Animals provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. MFA complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Jun 15, 2018
Full time
Philanthropy Officer
Terms of Employment: Full Time, At Will, Exempt Reports to: Associate Director of Major Gifts Position Location: Los Angeles or Southern California
Position Objective:
To advance the impact of Mercy For Animals by cultivating and stewarding a sustainable portfolio of high-value major-donor partners; meet or exceed revenue targets through solicitation of major gifts; and manage a portfolio of major-gift donors located in a defined territory primarily encompassing Southern California, with additional territory responsibilities across the southern United States
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
Manage a portfolio of 120-150 major gift donors
Execute annual strategies based on varied priorities within the assigned portfolio of donors
Meet or exceed monthly metrics for visits, solicitations, proposals, and gifts
Work with team supervisor to routinely review donor portfolio and qualify or cultivate new prospects
Coordinate inclusion of executive and programmatic leaders in the cultivation and solicitation process whenever appropriate
Implement core components of donor cultivation and fundraising events and collaborate with events team and other departments as necessary
Assist with securing corporate sponsors and leadership gifts in advance of annual gala
Maintain meticulous records of all donor contacts and related action items
Frequently travel within defined territory, including trips up to two weeks in duration
Accurately track individual receipts and business expenses required for accounting purposes
Serve as member of the development project team to assist with fundraising appeal planning and execution, donor relations, database conversion, and other joint projects within the department
Collaborate with other major gift team members effectively and with a focus on shared goals and priorities
Adhere to all human resource and administrative policies and procedures
Position Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of five years’ previous development experience, including working in a major gifts officer capacity
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Outgoing and friendly personality
Adeptness at building strong rapport with donors, volunteers, and colleagues
Collaborative, team-playing spirit
Transparent and reliable work style (experience with a remote organizational structure a plus)
Experience writing fundraising proposals
Strong time management skills, organizational ability, and attention to detail
Enthusiasm for frequent travel (25 percent of work time), including some evening and weekend work
Commitment to the mission and values of the organization
Mercy For Animals offers competitive salaries, benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, and a pleasant vegan work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Mercy For Animals provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. MFA complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Asian-Americans make up a significant percentage of college students in the U.S., but they are woefully underrepresented in the animal rights movement. We want to help change that by writing Asian-focused online content and speaking directly to students on campuses nationwide. The objective of this role is to reach college students of Asian descent with PETA's message and inspire them to get active for animals.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Reach out to and form alliances with Asian-American student organizations to arrange speaking events and other educational opportunities that promote a cruelty-free vegan lifestyle
• Develop compelling presentations and outreach materials for scheduled events
• Cultivate relationships with Asian-American students by answering questions about animal rights issues and providing literature and other resources
• Write and analyze blogs and other online content specific to the Asian community for peta2.com
• Represent peta2 to the media and the general public
• Travel regularly to perform job duties
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Excellent working knowledge of a variety of Asian cultures and traditions
• College degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of one year of outreach or activism experience
• Writing experience, which can include writing for blogs or publications such as college newspapers
• Public speaking experience
• Excellent working knowledge of college-aged youth culture
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of all animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Proven excellent project management, strategic thinking, and analytical skills
• Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a professional and personable manner
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to advocate professionally for PETA's positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Jun 05, 2018
Full time
Asian-Americans make up a significant percentage of college students in the U.S., but they are woefully underrepresented in the animal rights movement. We want to help change that by writing Asian-focused online content and speaking directly to students on campuses nationwide. The objective of this role is to reach college students of Asian descent with PETA's message and inspire them to get active for animals.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Reach out to and form alliances with Asian-American student organizations to arrange speaking events and other educational opportunities that promote a cruelty-free vegan lifestyle
• Develop compelling presentations and outreach materials for scheduled events
• Cultivate relationships with Asian-American students by answering questions about animal rights issues and providing literature and other resources
• Write and analyze blogs and other online content specific to the Asian community for peta2.com
• Represent peta2 to the media and the general public
• Travel regularly to perform job duties
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Excellent working knowledge of a variety of Asian cultures and traditions
• College degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of one year of outreach or activism experience
• Writing experience, which can include writing for blogs or publications such as college newspapers
• Public speaking experience
• Excellent working knowledge of college-aged youth culture
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of all animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Proven excellent project management, strategic thinking, and analytical skills
• Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a professional and personable manner
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to advocate professionally for PETA's positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Position Objective:
To provide administrative oversight of the Audio/Visual (A/V) Department.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Manage A/V Department staff members, including:
o Recruitment, training, and mentoring of staff members
o Review timecards
o Evaluate time-off requests
o Oversee staff evaluations
o Strategize performance goals
o Address employee issues, concerns, conflicts
• Oversee daily administrative operations of the A/V Department, including but not limited to:
o Manage staff scheduling
o Maintain department calendar
o Ensure that equipment is properly conserved
o Monitor uses of department server and equipment
o Oversee weekly department meetings
o Approve expense reports and check requests
o Review and make adjustments to operating budget
• Evaluate and make updates to the department's standard operating procedures to ensure efficiency and technical accuracy
• Collaborate with PETA’s Information Technology Department to ensure that internal server and paid platforms are used effectively
• Work with A/V Project Manager, Managing Editor, and Archives Manager to ensure optimal department operation
• Maintain records of equipment, software, and warranties
• Serve as point of contact for department requests for new equipment
• Build and maintain relationships with third party vendors
• Keep on top of audio/visual equipment, software, and hardware trends
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Minimum of four years of management experience, including hiring and staff development
• Minimum of four years in a production office environment
• Strong working knowledge of A/V equipment and software
• Experience developing and administering departmental procedures
• Proven ability to use discretion when working with confidential material
• Proven strong leadership skills and long-term vision
• Proven exceptional analytical, organizational, and research skills
• Proven ability to deal professionally with staff members and the public
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines in a professional manner
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Jun 05, 2018
Full time
Position Objective:
To provide administrative oversight of the Audio/Visual (A/V) Department.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Manage A/V Department staff members, including:
o Recruitment, training, and mentoring of staff members
o Review timecards
o Evaluate time-off requests
o Oversee staff evaluations
o Strategize performance goals
o Address employee issues, concerns, conflicts
• Oversee daily administrative operations of the A/V Department, including but not limited to:
o Manage staff scheduling
o Maintain department calendar
o Ensure that equipment is properly conserved
o Monitor uses of department server and equipment
o Oversee weekly department meetings
o Approve expense reports and check requests
o Review and make adjustments to operating budget
• Evaluate and make updates to the department's standard operating procedures to ensure efficiency and technical accuracy
• Collaborate with PETA’s Information Technology Department to ensure that internal server and paid platforms are used effectively
• Work with A/V Project Manager, Managing Editor, and Archives Manager to ensure optimal department operation
• Maintain records of equipment, software, and warranties
• Serve as point of contact for department requests for new equipment
• Build and maintain relationships with third party vendors
• Keep on top of audio/visual equipment, software, and hardware trends
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Minimum of four years of management experience, including hiring and staff development
• Minimum of four years in a production office environment
• Strong working knowledge of A/V equipment and software
• Experience developing and administering departmental procedures
• Proven ability to use discretion when working with confidential material
• Proven strong leadership skills and long-term vision
• Proven exceptional analytical, organizational, and research skills
• Proven ability to deal professionally with staff members and the public
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines in a professional manner
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
