Position: Coordinator (a development position)
Salary: $42,000-$45,500 annually
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday through Friday
The successful candidate will:
Plan, coordinate and direct overall development efforts of WYSU-FM, including underwriting, membership, major gifts, planned giving program, foundation support, vehicle donation program, fundraising events, and any other external funding opportunities that may arise.
Desired Qualifications are:
Experience working in a non-commercial radio or non-profit business environment. Experience in revenue generating disciplines such as sales, marketing, donor development and solicitation, fundraising or major giving programs. Understand specialized membership software and web donation software.
A more detailed job description, and the link to apply can be found here: Coordinator
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Position: Executive Assistant for Institutional Advancement
Summary of Position:
Provides executive-level support to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and the
division. Actively fosters cooperation and communication between individuals and teams within
the division and across campus. Manages division budget. Serves as a key member of the donor
relations team by participating in implementing and managing a college-wide stewardship
program that fosters and nurtures long-term, meaningful relationships between the College and
its donors. Helps to facilitate a culture of gratitude on our campus.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Ensure timely information flow to and from the Vice President including expert prioritization, the
handling of extremely confidential and sensitive information, and highly professional contact with
on- and off-campus constituencies on behalf of the Vice President.
- Schedule large and/or complex meetings with key donors, volunteers, and search committees,
including high-level executives. Arrange for individual and small group meetings.
- Manage the division budget, including recommendations for budget requests, and oversee this
aspect of others’ work. Prepare Travel and expense forms for members of the development and
advancement services teams and the VPIA and manage the area’s purchasing and accounts
payable.
- Clerical assistance with all materials prepared and submitted to the Institutional Advancement
Committee of the Board of Trustees. Attend Committee meetings, records, and reports minutes.
- Work closely with the Vice President and IA Leadership Team to coordinate activities of
various offices and individuals within the division. Actively foster cooperation and communication
between individuals and teams within the division.
- Steward donors and demonstrate the impact of their giving through the management of donor
thank you letter and release form processes. Coordinate in-person and virtual visits for donors
and the students and faculty who benefit from their gifts. Work with campus partners to create a
culture change related to gratitude and thanking donors.
- Assist with stewardship, reporting, and recognition projects. Keep an up-to-date inventory of all donor recognition plaques and named spaces on campus. Maintain funds, ensuring that all documentation is in order, appropriate parties are notified, and budgetary access is assigned
Supervisor: Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Supervision of Others: May supervise student employees.
Education Required: High school diploma or GED.
Experience Required: 3+ years of professional experience.
Other Desired Skills/Abilities:
Must be competent in quantitative work and possess strong computing, interpersonal and
communication skills. The individual must have a positive attitude, a good sense of humor, strong
interpersonal skills, and a high level of motivation.
The individual must be able to work independently and manage his/her workload (and sometimes
the work of others), especially under tight time constraints. Must have the ability to work with
minimal direct supervision, manage several projects simultaneously, and maintain a high level of
accuracy and confidentiality. The candidate also must work within project deadlines in a fast-
paced environment while maintaining a professional demeanor and positive attitude and possess
the ability to develop positive working relationships with internal and campus-wide clients to
enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the job. S/he must have a proven ability to operate in a
team environment, demonstrate a high level of initiative and ability to anticipate issues,
proactively provide realistic and potential solutions, and make precise, accurate, and timely
administrative judgments.
Required Computer Skills:
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) -- May design complex
spreadsheets, import/export data between software applications, create forms to collect
data, and create presentations using graphics, diagrams, and charts.
- An understanding of database management is preferred.
Interested individuals should send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information
for three work related references to iaapply@westminster.edu by no later than March 14, 2025.
EOE
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Position: Development Officer
Summary of Position: The Development Officer's primary responsibility is to help Westminster
College exceed fundraising goals through the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and
stewardship of major donor gifts, focusing on high-level donors who have the capacity for multi-
year commitments to fund priorities to support the College’s mission. With a portfolio of
approximately 125 prospects, the Development Officer will design and develop solicitation
strategies, identify gift opportunities that match donor interests, personally solicit and steward
donors, and identify prospects and opportunities to cultivate a significant pipeline. The ability to
produce excellent written, oral, and digital presentations while possessing a keen ability to tell the
story of student need is a strong requirement for this position. Remote work option is available for
this position.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors and prospects including individuals,
corporations, and/or foundations, through visits and other forms of direct personal contact in
accordance with performance metrics.
- Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with development colleagues, and
appropriate board members and/or other constituents to maximize the College’s total gift
revenue, plan solicitation strategies, and leverage joint solicitation efforts.
- Solicit or facilitate solicitation meetings with major donor prospects, working closely with the
VPIA, College President, other college staff and volunteer leaders and/or board members.
- Maintain accurate and timely records/contact reports of all interactions with donors utilizing
Raiser’s Edge NXT software.
- Responsible for the solicitation and stewardship of planned gifts.
- Conduct all activities in a manner consistent with the institution’s mission, vision, goals, and
values and industry standards for fundraising and donor relations.
- Incumbent will be expected to focus solicitations and proposals on projects and other
priorities as identified by the VPIA and the President of the College.
- Serves as a member of the Institutional Advancement team, attending and assisting with key donor and alumni events and programs.
Supervisor: Senior Director of Development
Education Required: Bachelor's Degree required
Experience Required: 3+ years of experience in direct fundraising work.
Other Desired Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of development, planned giving, and philanthropy, and the ability to knowledgeably
assist prospects in formulating plans, goals, and/or strategies for their philanthropic giving.
- Excellent customer service commitment, and interpersonal skills in working with colleagues and
external constituents.
- Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
- Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, define and set priorities, and problem-solve.
- Proactive, takes initiative, self-motivated.
- Aligns with the College’s values and maintains a commitment to fostering a positive office
culture.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate and coordinate with others.
- Availability to work outside traditional business hours and to travel locally, regionally and
nationally.
- Ability to work with minimal direct supervision, manage several prospects simultaneously, and
maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Excellent skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, working with databases
and internet research.
- Experience with Raiser’s Edge software a plus; ability to quickly learn and become proficient with this software required.
Interested individuals should send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information
for three work related references to iaapply@westminster.edu by no later than March 14, 2025.
EOE
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Position: Senior Director of Advancement Operations
Summary of Position:
The Senior Director of Advancement Operations is a key member of the leadership team in the
Institutional Advancement (IA) Division. Reporting to the Vice President for Institutional
Advancement (VPIA,) the Senior Director (SDAO) leads the areas of Advancement Services,
Prospect Development and Donor Relations. The SDAO serves a leadership role in minimizing
risk by understanding and applying all regulations and guidelines governing fundraising, gift
processing and gift accounting and reporting (IRS, CASE, FASB/GASB, etc.), by accurately
recording and reporting fundraising information, and by securely managing sensitive data. The
SDAO works closely with the Business Office to ensure clarity and translation between
accounting standards, donor intent, and the language of philanthropy. In partnership with the
VPIA and other IA team members, the SDAO maintains and updates policies and procedures for
Institutional Advancement and works cooperatively with campus partners to ensure adherence to
gift policies. Daily primary focus for this position is prospect management and research. This
position is responsible for the systematic identification, determination, analysis, and maintenance
of relevant information on major gift prospects. The incumbent analyzes, interprets, and formats
biographical, professional, and financial information needed to facilitate the solicitation of private
funds from individual and corporate donors by the College’s advancement staff. This research
and analysis serve as the foundation of our fundraising campaigns and directly contributes to the
division’s success. The SDAO consults directly with Development Officers, the Senior Director of
Development, and the Vice President to identify and qualify prospects who have the propensity
and capacity to support current Westminster College initiatives.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- The SDAO supervises the functions and team members in Advancement Operations, which
includes Advancement Services (database management, gift processing and receipting, and
biographical records) donor relations, and prospect management and research. This includes
hiring, training, and developing employees, including but not limited to holding team and
individual meetings, as well as conducting performance evaluations.
- Ensures that the Advancement Services team maintains and follows written procedures on IA
policies including the college’s gift acceptance policies (following CASE/FASB/IRS policies);
Database Training; Stewardship Policies and Procedures; Reports generated by IA for various
stakeholders; and Prospect Management Procedures. This also includes being responsible for IA
Information compliance, setting policies on database integrity, use, and information storage after
consultation with colleagues, and adhering to information and security regulations.
- Prospect Pipeline Management - Implement a strategic plan for the management and
expansion of the overall pool of prospective donors through a broad range of proactive prospect
identification and analysis efforts. Work closely with fundraising teams to ensure portfolios are
robust, contain strong, viable prospects, and are supported by a continual flow of newly identified
and appropriately rated prospective donors. Serve as a partner to front-line fundraisers in the
creation of donor strategy and portfolio management. Develop and track
gift/scholarship/naming/sponsorship agreements. Lead monthly “Moves Meeting” with the
development officers and VPIA.
- Prospect Research - Conduct proactive and reactive research to identify and evaluate new and
existing prospects, with a focus on providing easy-to-digest information on an expanding pool of
potential donors. Complete in-depth research on individuals with complex backgrounds and
resources and execute rapid research on a wide range of people for fundraising initiatives or in
geographic regions. Analyze and synthesize accumulated information to assess financial
capacity, philanthropic tendencies, giving propensity and linkages to the College. Evaluate,
interpret, update, and format biographical, professional, and financial information into concise
report formats for various fundraising constituencies, including development officers, vice
presidents, college president, and board of trustee members. Organize and maintain prospect
records within the Raiser’s Edge database. Perform annual data screen/appends/models with
third-party vendors to secure wealth indicators, improve data integrity and develop the prospect
portfolio strategy with the fundraising team. Lastly, provide brief guest summaries for events and
profiles for Board of Trustee nominations and renewals.
- Special Fundraising Project Management - Provide support for current initiatives such as, but
not limited to: annual LYBUNT outreach tracking; fundraising strategies for capital project(s) and
tying the fundraising effort to the donor relations team.
- Planned Giving Support & Open Estate Management - In conjunction with the VPIA, follow up
on open estates to ensure donor intent and provide tracking metrics of these open estates for
pipeline/cashflow predictions. Work with estate executors to close necessary documentation on
open estates.
- Maintain knowledge of current giving trends including but not limited to bitcoin, stock, matching
corporate gifts, gift annuities, and bequests.
- Serves as a member of the IA team with assistance at donor and alumni events, which may fall on evenings or weekends.
Supervisor: Vice President for Institutional Advancement. The incumbent will supervise the Director of Advancement Services and oversee the prioritization of tasks related to gift processing, data management, and donor relations.
Education and Experience Required: Bachelor's Degree required with master’s preferred,
5 years of progressive experience within an advancement/fundraising setting.
Other Desired Skills/Abilities:
- Practical knowledge of annual giving operations and an understanding of what it takes to expand
donor participation.
- Practical knowledge of major, planned, and principal giving operations and an
understanding of what it takes to dramatically increase support to those areas.
- Practical knowledge of alumni engagement operations and an understanding of data-driven methodologies
to increase and improve alumni engagement opportunities that ultimately result in ongoing
philanthropic support for the College.
- Proven ability to effectively communicate with both system-based colleagues and forward-facing
fundraising colleagues is essential as the role includes high visibility with all College constituencies.
- Commitment to treating colleagues kindly with respect and dignity.
- Stature, credibility, and capacity to build and sustain effective relationships with colleagues at all levels
and with partners elsewhere at the College while advocating for and securing resources in
support of Institutional Advancement’s agenda.
- Ability to embrace change and shifting priorities based on institutional needs and the national higher education environment. Commitment to excellence in all aspects of individual, collective, and organizational performance. Deep and abiding commitment to customer service. Contributes to an organization that places a high value on trust and teamwork; emphasizes cooperation and collegiality to foster an exceptionally positive and productive work environment.
- Maintains the highest standards of fiscal, ethical, and professional conduct. Contributes to building a culture of philanthropy at Westminster by taking responsibility for other special tasks as requested. Experience with electronic database management. Demonstrated investigative instinct. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and possess a high
attention to detail and organization. Strong project management and problem-solving skills are
required.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
Technology Experience/Skills: Knowledge of and experience with: advancement research
resources, including searching techniques, Microsoft Office Suite, and advancement-specific
platforms used by the institution. Experience with Raiser’s Edge/NXT is preferred.
Interested individuals should send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information
for three work related references to iaapply@westminster.edu by no later than March 14, 2025.
EOE
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Bon Secours Mercy Health Foundation Youngstown
Special Events Coordinator
Full Time – 40 hours
About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Job Summary:
The Special Events Coordinator supports the success of the Foundation Annual Programs and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing Foundation events. The Special Events Coordinator works with a wide variety of internal and external contacts to plan and execute successful events and assist market foundation teams with solicitation of sponsorship funds to achieve foundation goals of philanthropic support.
Essential Functions:
- Assists with planning, implementation, and production of all fundraising events including vendor relationships, budgets, and event logistics, including the annual Panerathon
- Coordinates work with external and internal audiences including vendors and donors
- Design, develop and execute all event planning/logistics for a successful outcome, including the development of special event collateral/marketing materials and public promotion of special events to the appropriate audiences
- Provide administrative support in the research and solicitation of new and existing donors to support Foundation special events.
- Represents the organization in a positive manner at all times, including working with staff, volunteers, and vendors
- Other duties as assigned
Education:
- High School Degree or GED
- Bachelor’s degree in science in one of the following Communications, Public Relations, Hospitality Management, or Business (preferred, not required)
Experience
- 2 years of experience in event planning and volunteer management work experience
- Non-profit environmental experience (preferred, not required)
Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented to manage event timelines and marketing processes
Bon Secours Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
To apply: Special Events Coordinator
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
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Position: The Director of Major Gifts
Position Salary 70,000-80,000
Job Description:
The Director of Major Gifts is a key member of the National Inventors Hall of Fame (NIHF) development team and is responsible for implementing a comprehensive plan for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewardship of major donors to support NIHF’s programs. The Director of Major Gifts oversees all aspects of direct solicitation of major gifts, including prospect research, relationship building, solicitation strategy, stewardship, and organizational reporting. This position will manage a portfolio of donors with the potential of a major gift, defined as $15,000 or more.
Position Responsibilities
· Increase the fundraising ability and public visibility of NIHF’s programs and nonprofit mission.
· Implement major gift strategies to cultivate corporate, foundation, and individual partners for NIHF’s PreK-12 programs. Future fundraising opportunities may include NIHF Events and Museum.
· Work with the Chief Strategic Officer and the development team to collaboratively develop effective fundraising strategies for major donor giving initiatives.
· Strategically identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and major donor prospects within their portfolio.
· Develop ongoing relationships with major donors and implement cultivation strategies and creative communications.
· Identify existing donors with the affinity and capacity to grow their support.
· Maintain collaborative, creative relationships cross-departmentally to develop new ideas and processes to make NIHF more innovative, responsive, and efficient.
· Increase access to NIHF’s children’s education programs for diverse, underserved, and underrepresented groups.
· Communicate NIHF’s mission and programs to cultivate and steward relationships with donors and stakeholders.
· Travel, as required, to develop relationships and follow through on qualified prospects.
· Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Strong verbal, writing, and presentation skills.
· Self-directed, critical thinker who has demonstrated initiative and achievement of goals.
· Proven proficiency with MS Office and Salesforce or other donor management systems.
· Ability to work effectively under pressure and respond to changing priorities while adhering to deadlines.
· Proven prospect research capabilities.
· Adept at managing complex projects and effectively engaging interdepartmental collaborators.
Credentials and Experience
· Bachelor’s degree
· 5+ years’ successful track record in nonprofit development and leadership.
· Demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding large fundraising goals.
Benefits of Working for the National Inventors Hall of Fame Include
· Competitive benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life, flexible spending, disability 401(k) plan and up to a 4% employer match
· Paid time off, paid holidays, paid year-end closure (12/24-1/1)
· Critical Illness/Hospital/Accident Supplemental Income plans available
· Pet Insurance plans available
· On-site workout facility
· Flexible workday scheduling, work-from-home time after six months
· Great team environment, opportunities for growth, and culture focused on professional development
To apply: https://www.invent.org/about-us/careers
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Position: Administrative Coordinator
Position Summary
The Administrative Coordinator will support LOOP Youngstown’s mission by managing operational activities and fostering connections with artists and the broader community. This role requires flexibility, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to engaging with our team and community members.
Duties and Responsibilities
Communication and Outreach
- Write, compile, and distribute newsletters through Mailchimp.
- Serve as the primary contact for communication with organizers, artists, and the public.
- Distribute necessary marketing materials to partners and community contacts to broaden
LOOP’s reach.
- Engage with social media to raise awareness of LOOP’s mission and events.
- Place orders and coordinate with graphics vendors for informational and promotional supplies, ensuring materials align with LOOP’s branding and messaging.
Scheduling and Organization
- Schedule and organize meetings for the Board of Directors and Advisory Council.
- Manage data in spreadsheets and assist in maintaining an organized database of contacts, members, and event information.
Project Support and Collaboration
- Collaborate on grant writing, reporting, and tracking, with attention to detail and timelines.
- Make minor updates to the website as needed, utilizing basic Wix skills (preferred, not
required).
- Work with the team to ensure timely availability and delivery of promotional materials, office supplies, and other resources for LOOP’s projects and events.
Compensation
This 16 hour per week position pays $20 per hour for a 90 day probation period, then $25 per hour on advancement.
Please send cover letter and resume to LOOP Youngstown Personnel Committee at
director@LOOPyoungstown.org.
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Position: Development Coordinator
Lit Youngstown is seeking a part-time Development Coordinator to help support the fiscal well being of a literary arts nonprofit.
The Development Coordinator will be responsible for:
• Working with team to conceptualize, plan and execute fundraising events
• Grant writing, reporting and tracking
• Developing donors and sponsors, working with team to monetize events
• Managing and communicating fundraising data in spreadsheets
Lit Youngstown is a literary arts nonprofit, now in its 9th year, with a suite of monthly and annual programs, as well as community collaborations and public art projects. Learn more about us on LitYoungstown.org.
This position will be remote and in-person. The successful candidate is self-motivated and able to work independently; proficient with Excel; has strong communication, inter-personal and organizational skills.
This 16 hour per week position pays $20 per hour for a 90-day probation period, then $25 per hour on advancement.
Please send cover letter and resume to Lit Youngstown Personnel Committee at director@lityoungstown.org
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Job Title: Chief Development Officer
Department: Development
Supervisor: Chief Executive Officer
FLSA: Exempt, salary range $80k - $100k
JOB SUMMARY: The Chief Development Officer will oversee all elements of the donor cycle as Easterseals transitions from event focused fundraising to a relationship based, comprehensive
strategy that includes various philanthropic methods.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Serve as the principal fundraising contact with staff, volunteers and donors.
- Create and implement a strategy that includes annual campaign, V.I.P. and major giving, grants, planned giving, and special events.
- Oversee special events, including event on Thanksgiving Day.
- Develop and manage annual budget of the development department.
- Observation and reporting of donor behavior through CRM management.
- Provide regular reporting of philanthropic activity to Board and CEO.
- Implement innovative development strategies leading to revenue growth.
- Develop and maintain grants program that includes researching new opportunities, writing and submitting requests and follow-up grant reporting.
- Train, manage, and evaluate development and marketing staff on an on-going basis.
- Supervision of development and marketing staff to conduct activities in accordance with AFP’s Code of Ethical Principles and Standards of Professional Practice.
- Develop relationships with Board members and volunteers to increase support in fundraising activities.
- Serve as liaison between the organization and the Development Committee of the Board.
- Maintain professional memberships such as AFP and COPGC.
- Serve as a member of the Senior Management Team.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree and Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) certification preferred.
- Five years special events planning and implementation, major gift cultivation and solicitation and management experience leading multi-faceted teams.
- Experience in recruiting and/or managing volunteers.
- Experience with strategic planning and budgeting with the ability to organize, improvise and solve problems.
- Strong relationship building and customer service orientation both internally and externally.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills, to include printed pieces, solicitation letters, web content and PowerPoint presentations.
- Displays a mutual respect and level of authenticity to culture, diversity, and inclusion.
SKILLS:
- Strong Relationship Building Aptitude – Ability to interact comfortably with persons of diverse social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
- A customer-service oriented attitude with attention to detail.
- Demonstrated team leadership.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills including related attributes such as tact, poise, deportment, and appropriate self-assuredness.
- Skills in program management/oversight from conception to completion.
- Ability to organize, improvise and solved problems.
JOB DEMANDS:
- May be required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Frequently requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, and reaching.
- May be required to be on feet hours at a time.
- Occasional travel throughout the state of Ohio.
- Attendance/participation in training provided through Easterseals National Office.
To apply: Please send cover letter and resume to leadership@hodge-group.com to be considered. No phone calls accepted.
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Job Description: Israel Engagement/Program Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Youngstown Area Jewish Federation
REPORTS TO: Executive Director, Executive Director of Community Relations/Government Affairs and the JCRC staff
JOB PURPOSE: The Israel Engagement/Program Coordinator will contribute to the vision, mission, and values of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation by working with the JCRC in the development and implementation of programming and initiatives focusing on Israel education and advocacy and on combating antisemitism. This entry level position is the ideal role for a strategic thinker who has knowledge of and is passionate about Israel, combating antisemitism, and championing the Jewish community. The coordinator will work closely with existing staff to serve all Federation agencies, engage with professional and volunteer leaders in the Jewish community, connect and collaborate with diverse communities, and engage with government officials and broad-based community leaders to promote key Federation priorities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Develop and implement engaging and innovative Israel education and advocacy programs and strategies.
• Organize community education and advocacy programs on current Israel and Jewish events.
• Work with lay leaders, committees/task forces as needed to manage successful programs and partnerships.
• Add Israel components to existing programming while setting ambiance in agency hallways, bulletin boards, etc.
• Increase awareness of current issues related to Israel among target audiences.
• Provide appropriate written or verbal responses as needed on key issue related to Israel.
• Staff and promote commemorative events (Yom Ha’Atzmaut, Yom Hazikaron, Yom Hashoah).
• Staff and promote other annual community relations programs that contain Israel components such as participation with the Canfield Fair.
• Partner with other pro-Israel organizations to grow support for Israel within the broader community and respond to efforts to delegitimize Israel.
• Promote strong support for Israel and the Jewish people at home and throughout the world through government relations and other general community relations activities.
• Represent the Federation at local non-Jewish community events and/or serve as a speaker about Israel to local Jewish and non-Jewish organizations.
• Assist with developing and staffing programming in conjunction with the Federation’s Partnership2Gether region in the Western Galilee of Israel.
• Develop and staff programs and initiatives designed to combat antisemitism.
• Support the staff on intergroup relations issues that come before the JCRC or that overlap with issues involving antisemitism or Israel related advocacy, community convening, and crisis management.
• Work with local Jewish teens on Israel and antisemitism related educational programs and initiatives.
• Work with JCC departmental managers to incorporate Israeli culture into the Jewish Film Festival, Book Club, informal and formal educational programs on Israeli culture, including music, dance, cooking, and art.
• All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors’ degree and/or 2+ years’ experience recommended in related fields. Basic knowledge of current events and history of Israel and the Middle East. Knowledge and understanding of Jewish practices, customs, history, and community. Basic knowledge of the Jewish diaspora and current rise of antisemitism. Basic knowledge of government affairs and advocacy. Strong organizational skills, effective multi-tasker, and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to think analytically, communicate ideas, and develop solutions. Ability to work both independently and closely with others in a team environment. Hebrew fluency and an Israel experience (other than or in addition to Birthright) a plus. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software programs as necessary.
To Apply: Israeli Engagement/Program Coordinator
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Position: Bookkeeper
Salary: $20/hour
Lit Youngstown is seeking a bookkeeper to work 5-10 hours/month. Open immediately. Responsible for updating and maintaining the online QuickBooks account, preparing financial reports for the board treasurer, and other related tasks as requested, primarily remote work.
Lit Youngstown is a literary arts nonprofit with programs that promote and celebrate writing, reading and storytelling.
Please send cover letter and resume to Karen Schubert, director@LitYoungstown.org.
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Assistant Director
Salary: $36,444.00 - $55,000.00 Annually
Location: Youngstown, OH
Job Type: Professional Administrative
Job Number: 202300122
Division: Student Affairs & Inst Effectiveness
Department: WYSU – FM
Opening Date: 06/15/2023
Summary of Position
Assists director in all areas of station operations, including in programming, radio operations, production, engineering, underwriting, marketing, events, educational services and general office administration. Directs and coordinates classical music programming for station. Produces and hosts a classical music program. Manages volunteer and student classical music announcers. Maintains classical music library. Coordinate fundraising and promotional events. Assist development coordinator and associate director as needed.
Position Information
Carries out general policies established by the director.
Hosts daily classical music program for WYSU-FM radio, including presentation and delivery of regular live on-air breaks. Monitors quality of broadcast signal. Maintains transmitter and program logs.
Prepares music schedule and commentary for daily classical music program and enters information regarding daily listings in music schedule program.
Interviews representatives of regional fine arts organizations.
Recruits and supervises volunteer classical music producers and hosts. Oversees on-air presentation of classical music programming.
Supervises staff involved in on-air pledge drives.
Assists director and development coordinator in donor cultivation.
Works with development coordinator to develop on-air listening and membership promotional campaigns.
Assists development coordinator in planning and organizing on-air membership campaigns.
Plans, organizes, and coordinates special fundraising and promotional events for audience and members, including concerts, member parties, and meet and greet events., and educational events.
Assist associate director in programming and program operations, including providing input in general programming decisions.
Available to locally host network news program.
Other Functions and Responsibilities: Performs other related duties as assigned.
Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment.
Work Schedule: Typically, M-T-W-Th-F 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Unusual Work Conditions: (Optional)
Supervision Exercised: May exercise supervision over student employees and volunteers.
Reports to: Director, WYSU-FM
Qualifications and Competencies
Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: University policies and procedures*; office practices and procedures; department/division goals and objectives*; department/division policies and procedures*; workplace safety practices and procedures*; English grammar and spelling; records management; office management; project management.
Skill in: Use of office equipment; typing, data entry; computer operation; use of computer software and other programs applicable to the assigned department/division*.
Ability to: deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; determine material and equipment needs; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; compile and prepare reports; use proper research methods to gather data; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; prepare accurate documentation; maintain records according to established procedures; travel to and gain access to work site; effectively interact with personnel and public to answer routine questions; train or instruct others; move quickly and effectively from one tasks to another; work independently and in a team environment; develop and maintain effective working relationships.
(*) Developed after employment.
Minimum Qualifications: At least a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least two years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in a related field; previous experience at radio station; working knowledge of classical music.
To Apply: WYSU Assistant Director