Special Assistant to the President at the Boston Foundation

This is a great chance for someone earlier in their career to shape the inner workings of one of the region's largest foundations.

Special Assistant to the President & CEO

The Boston Foundation is seeking a Special Assistant to staff the President on a wide range of substantive and management issues to advance the goals, mission and vision of the Foundation.

Duties:

Participates in or leads initiatives on a wide range of substantive and management issues, as designated by the President;

Assists the President with special research projects and written analyses and recommendations on policy, strategy, and operations;

Prepares speeches, talking points, briefing materials, and testimony for the President on a wide range of policy issues for external constituencies;

Acts as point person for various community organizations seeking contact with the President, prepares correspondence, and periodically accompanies the President to relevant events;

Prepares materials for Board meetings on Foundation activities, performance, and impact;

Manages the flow of information to and from the President and across departments;

Works with the senior management team to enhance the overall organizational effectiveness of the Foundation; and

Participates in or undertakes other special assignments as needed to help align the activities of the Foundation in pursuit of its goals, mission and vision.

Education, Skills, and Experience:

College degree and 2-3 years of relevant experience required; Graduate degree desirable;
Experience working in or with nonprofit and/or philanthropic organizations; Strong project management, facilitation, and strategic planning skills; Understanding of urban, regional policy preferred; Detail-oriented person with excellent organizational and analytical skills; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Strong initiative and ability to multitask and prioritize without direct supervision; Demonstrated ability to complete tasks in a timely manner and under the pressure of tight deadlines; Ability to creatively think about and approach problems and assigned projects; Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion; Mature interpersonal style and ability to interact well with a diverse group of internal and external entities; Commitment to the objectives of the Foundation; Excellent computer skills, particularly with the Microsoft Office products; Ability to work under the pressure of tight deadlines; Ability to make decisions about how to manage and organize own workload; Participative work style; and Ability to receive feedback.

Please send resumes and salary requirements to Julia P. Goring, Director of Human Resources,
The Boston Foundation, 75 Arlington St., 10th Floor, Boston, MA 02116, or Fax (617) 338-2371, or
E-mail Julia.Goring@tbf.org Website – www. tbf.org.

Resumes without salary requirements will not be considered.
NO PHONE CALL PLEASE.

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

12 Week Summer Internship for APA Students

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is sponsoring a Diversity Summer Internship Program to enhance students' knowledge of CMS programs, mission, vision and goals according to AmyChang, Vice President of Internships, OCA-NE. Additionally, the program seeks to familiarize participants with federal, state and local healthcare programs aiding underserved and uninsured populations.

Applications from students who are U.S. citizens will be accepted for this program. All applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.0 and aminimum of 60 credits as of May 20, 2006, in majors relating to the health care and/or management field (e.g. computer science, business administration, allied health, health science, accounting, social science and/or statistics). Students must also be enrolled in a college/university for the upcoming fall term. The salary is at the GS-4 level, approximately $12.95 per hour, for a 40-hour work week. Interns are responsible for their own living arrangements and transportation costs.

Please note that CMS may consider applications from students who are not enrolled in the above majors. Interested applicants must e-mail their resumes along with the attachedDSI background form by May 10, 2006 to Harriet Goldstein at harriet.goldstein@cms.hhs.gov

CEO Position at InnerCity Entrepreneurs

InnerCity Entrepreneurs (ICE) is seeking a full-time Chief Executive Officer to take charge of a highly respected nonprofit organization with a compelling mission and impressive track record. The CEO will build from the success in Boston, leading significant local expansion and replicating it in other geographies. Replication of the model will begin in 2007 in 1-3 locations in Massachusetts, with the 5-year goal of large-scale replication nationally and internationally.

The organization is prepared to enter a new phase of growth including replication of the model with a new CEO who will:

• provide strong leadership and vision, guiding the organization in the development and execution of a 5-year business plan
• provide fiscal oversight to assure a self-sustaining entity
• attract diverse financial support from corporate foundations, major individual donors, federal, state and local government, and national and regional foundations
• build on ICE’s strong local brand and elevate its visibility regionally, nationally and internationally
• build and work with a strong Board of Directors
• lead the current staff and develop an organization and infrastructure for the new growth phase
• leverage the skills of co-founder and current Director Andrew Wolk specifically in the areas of program, research, public policy and projecting ICE to the public
• commit to linking practice, applied research, and public policy as ICE’s method for large-scale social impact

Qualifications

• The CEO must be an experienced entrepreneurial leader with a passion for ICE’s mission.
• Strong leadership and values
• Deep understanding and experience in economic development issues for small business owners
• Proven skills in building an organization including business planning, financial management, and communications and leadership in attracting, developing and retaining a diverse staff
• A track record of success in fundraising and/or attracting private capital
  Skill in bringing together multiple constituencies and building partnerships
• Experience working with an active Board of Directors
• Understanding of nonprofit organizations
• A wide network of contacts and credibility with business and community leaders
  

ICE is an equal opportunity employer. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send cover letter, resume and salary history to:
Egmont Associates
segmont@egmontassociates.com
85 East India Row #24F
Boston, MA 02110
Fax: 857-449-0011

Associated Grant Makers- Diversity Fellowship Program

Associated Grant Makers is excited to announce the launch of its Diversity Fellowship Program, an initiative to expand diverse leadership in philanthropy. The program, which will begin in September 2006, is a nine-month full-time program to provide professionals of color with work experience and training that will lead to a career opportunity in the field of philanthropy.

Although the racial and ethnic demographics of our communities continue to change, it’s clear that the professional staff and trustees at many foundations are not reflective of this diversity. The Diversity Fellowship Program seeks to increase diversity in the field, meet the interest of emerging leaders wanting to get into philanthropy, help prepare them, and open doors for Black and African Americans, Hispanics, Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders and Native Americans. Ideal candidates will need to make a commitment for what will be a very rewarding professional experience.

AGM needs your help to identify and encourage potential candidates. We are seeking four fellows each year to participate in this program. We expect many will come from the nonprofit or corporate sectors with evidence of community or volunteer experience. Candidates will be considered based on knowledge, commitment, experience, and skills. A brochure with a brief description of the program activities is attached.

Interested persons should download the application form from our website at www.agmconnect.org/diversity. The application and cover letter must be submitted by May 15, 2006 to Program Coordinator, Diversity Fellowship Program, AGM, 55 Court Street, Suite 520, Boston, Massachusetts 02108.

If you have any questions about the program, please contact Ron Ancrum at 617.426.2606 x13 (rancrum@agmconnect.org), or Miki Akimoto 617.426.2606 x17 (makimoto@agmconnect.org). Direct all other inquires to diversity@agmconnect.org