The ASU Lodestar Center's Generation Next Nonprofit Leadership Academy targets emerging leaders in the nonprofit sector and provides them with a comprehensive experience to gain the knowledge and tools needed to take on leadership roles within the nonprofit community.

This monthly leadership development workshop and engagement series is offered across a 9-month program, during which time participants will learn best-practice approaches to leading and managing nonprofits from a variety of renowned professors and practitioner-instructors that engage with the ASU Lodestar Center.

Click here to apply now!

Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at nonprofit@asu.edu or 602-496-0500

Would you like a quick and easy way to learn more about professional development courses offered through the ASU Lodestar Center’s Nonprofit Management Institute?  Would you like to see whether Internet-based learning is right for you? You can find out by viewing two new NMI Information Sessions from the convenience of your own computer!

Information Session 1 (11 minutes) explains who takes an NMI course and for what reasons. Learn about the benefits of participating in the Nonprofit Management Institute, who teaches for NMI, and how to earn a professional certificate in nonprofit leadership and management.

Information Session 2 (7 minutes) provides more details about online versions of NMI courses. Peek inside an actual online NMI course and learn what kind of assignments to expect and how to best participate.

Click here to start now!

We welcome your feedback and would be glad to answer any further questions at 602-496-0500 or nmi@asu.edu.

The Arizona Grants Access Tool and Experts Source (AzGATES) is an online database connecting those in need of funding with local, national and international sponsors who can help serve that need. More than 800 active users have already discovered AzGATES to help find the funding they need. With 900 current sponsors/funding resources, AzGATES caters specifically to Arizona residents, communities, and organizations by providing the most relevant funding opportunities possible. Access is free and includes a member profile. Sign up today! http://azgates.asu.edu.

Effective Supervision (NMI 104)
June 26 - 27: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day.

New supervisors and those seeking enhancement of supervisory effectiveness will gain insight on being an effective supervisor based on self-assessment and practical skill development. Review employment laws, behaviorally based interviewing, performance management, coaching and counseling, confident delegation and employee recognition and retention strategies.

Results-Oriented Program Evaluation (NMI 108)
July 10 – 11: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

In today’s environment of shrinking resources, growing demand and competing priorities, a manager needs information in order to make sound decisions about where and how to focus resources to achieve desired results consistent with the agency’s purpose. This class covers the design and implementation of a results oriented program evaluation system that produces valid, credible and useful information.

Leadership and Ethics in the Nonprofit Sector (NMI 105)
July 17 – 18: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn to implement principles and practices of effective leadership in the nonprofit sector including lobbying, empowering staff and volunteers and tracking emerging trends. Examine ethical challenges in nonprofit leadership.

Laws and Legal Issues Affecting Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 110)
July 24 – 25: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn about the legal framework under which tax-exempt organizations operate and are regulated including a discussion of the oversight responsibilities of the Internal Revenue Service and various state agencies as they relate to the nonprofit sector and tax-exempt organizations. Explore legal rights and fiduciary obligations of directors, trustees, officers and members of non-profit organizations including a discussion of conflicts of interest, private inurement, private benefit, excess benefit and self-dealing transactions. Be apprised of legal and tax implications related to fundraising, charitable giving, political activities and commercial activities of tax-exempt organizations.

All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

The American Diabetes Association of Southern Arizona is seeking nominations for the Cure, Care & Commitment Awards. Nominees for the Cure, Care & Commitment Awards should exhibit the core values of the American Diabetes Association (Trust, Integrity, Leadership, Passion for Making a Difference, Inclusion, Ownership) and will have made significant contributions to diabetes care, treatment, education or research in Southern Arizona.

To obtain a nomination form, go to http://www.diabetes.org/communityprograms-and-localevents or call 1-888-342-2383 ext 7114. Nomination deadline is September 1. The Nomination Committee will review each submission. Finalists will be selected for each of the three categories, notified, and given two complimentary seats at the 2009 Cure, Care & Commitment Awards Gala. The gala will be held on November 7, at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, AZ.

The Evolving Nonprofits through Strategic Evaluation and Planning (ENSTEP) Program is a unique partnership that connects the research and knowledge of Arizona State University faculty and staff with the expertise and experiences of those working within the larger nonprofit community.

The ENSTEP program enables nonprofits to engage in a collaborative process with stakeholders to clarify their focus, add stability, and increase organizational capacity, efficiency, and effectiveness. Through their participation in the program, ENSTEP agencies learn to recognize the opportunities that are appropriate to their individual resources, strengths and competencies in order to better serve the community.

ENSTEP participants are assigned a dedicated consultant who will guide them through a series of planning workshops and a variety of assessment activities. Following this preparatory work, the consultant will facilitate a retreat culminating in a working strategic plan.

Click here to download the application for the next ENSTEP cohort!
Questions? Contact Jason Mistlebauer at 602-496-0193 or e-mail jason.mistlebauer@asu.edu.

American Express welcomes the nonprofit community to submit letters of interest for their next funding cycle. The mission of their philanthropic giving program is to bring to life the American Express value of good corporate citizenship by supporting diverse communities in which we live and work. They do this by supporting visionary not-for-profit organizations that are:

• Preserving and enriching diversity and cultural heritage
• Developing new leaders for tomorrow
• Encouraging community service where their local employees and customers live and work

For more information on their giving program, and how to apply, please visit http://home3.americanexpress.com/corp/gb/submit.asp. The letter of interest submission deadline is Wednesday, July 1.

Winners of Eight’s annual Be More Awards™ were announced Thursday, May 7, at the Camelback Inn. Nearly 300 guests attended the event honoring the outstanding achievements of Arizona’s nonprofit organizations. Dr. Robert F. Ashcraft, founding director of the Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation at Arizona State University, delivered the keynote address.

“Eight’s Be More Awards™ offer an opportunity to publicly acknowledge the inspiring contributions of Arizona’s nonprofit organizations,” said Eight’s General Manager, Kelly McCullough. “They are truly the unsung heroes of our community. Nonprofits provide assistance when it is needed most — from social services, health care and enhanced educational opportunities, to the performing and visual arts that enrich our lives.”

The awards presented were:

• BE MORE … Unstoppable : The Nonprofit Organization of the Year
  Winner: Waste Not, Inc.
  
• BE MORE … Brilliant : Outstanding Achievement in Innovation
  Presented by APS
  Winner: Waste Not, Inc.
  
• BE MORE … Entertaining : Outstanding Achievement in Special Events
  Winner: UMOM New Day Centers
  
• BE MORE … Knowledgeable : Outstanding Achievement in Educational Outreach
  Presented by Intel
  Winner: Highlands Center for Natural History
  
• BE MORE … Informed : Outstanding Achievement in Marketing
  Presented by SCF Arizona
  Winner: Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center
  
• BE MORE … Creative : Outstanding Achievement in Arts and Culture
  Presented by Wells Fargo
  Winner: Free Arts of Arizona
  
• BE MORE … Humble : The People’s Choice Award
  Presented by The UPS Store
  Winner: Girls Scouts – Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, Inc.
  
• BE MORE … Encouraged : The Judges’ Choice Award
  Presented by The UPS Store
  Winner: Kitchen on the Street, Inc.

Planned Round Table of Arizona announces its 15th annual summer forum: “Finding Opportunities When the Sky is Falling.” The summer forum is an intensive, full-day conference. There are two tracks of programming. One track is specifically designed for those who are new to planned giving, or perhaps serve on a board of directors. The second track is for professionals in the industry, seeking an energizing and inspiring set of topics to push their knowledge and advance the tools needed for building a successful career in planned giving and estate planning.

Date: June 4, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Orange Tree Golf Resort: 10601 North 56th Street, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254 (East of Tatum Boulevard, Slightly North of Shea Boulevard).
To learn more, or to register, visit: http://www.pgrtaz.org/SummerForum.html.
Register Now – Don’t Miss the Early Bird Deadline of April 30th!

The Grant Writing Training Foundation presents: Federal Grants 101 - Writing to Win Uncle $am’s Money. This workshop will teach you what it’s like to read and score grant applications once they’re submitted for funding review. Did you ever wonder what happens once you mail your grant application? What exactly is the peer review process? How can one grant application be awarded funding and another is rejected when both grant applicants filled out all of the forms and followed the instructions for writing the narrative? This dynamic session will take you through the grant application peer review process. Working alone and in small peer review teams, Dr. Beverly A. Browning will show you how to:

• Identify technical errors that can eliminate your grant application prior to reaching the peer review process.
• Spot weaknesses in the grant application narrative.
• Write objective feedback for failed grant applicants.
• Come to a group consensus on approvals and rejections.
• Turn weaknesses into strengths

These skills can carry over to your own grant writing efforts and improve your chances of winning a highly competitive grant award.

Date/Time: June 5, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: FIBCO Family Services, Inc. - The Hope Center, 1141 E. Jefferson Street
For more information: Visit http://www.grantwritingbootcamp.us (Click on Metro Phoenix - June 5); or call 480-768-7400.

YNPN hopes you join their 76 members from over 40 valley nonprofit and community organizations at their May 21 Social Networking Event, Bowling Extravaganza! Invitations to come, or visit www.ynpnphoenix.org.

June 18, Professional Development Speaker, 6 - 8 p.m.
Robert F. Ashcraft, PhD , Director, Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation and Associate Professor, School of Community Resources and Development at Arizona State University.
Location: TBD

July, Summer Break: No event

August, YNPN Phoenix Member Retreat—They want YOU there! Details, date and location TBD

September 19, Social Networking: Tour de Phoenix Nonprofit: Join your fellow YNPNers on an afternoon driving tour of Phoenix area nonprofits, followed by an evening out.
Location and details TBD.

All events are $5 for members, $10 for non-members. Cost includes food and beverage and, in most cases, any fees related to the event. Annual membership is $20. Nonprofit organizations who purchase three or more memberships receive a 25 percent discount on membership fees.

Events and speakers are subject to change and cancellation. Event invitations will be e-mailed at least three weeks in advance, please RSVP.

For more information visit http://www.ynpnphoenix.org/. Check out their Facebook page, view their LinkedIn profile, or follow them on Twitter. Questions? E-mail info@ynpnphoenix.org.

The Arizona Community Foundation invites you to join them for ACF Basics. This free, ongoing workshop is intended to familiarize nonprofit organizations with ACF’s grantmaking procedures, and provide information about ACF’s current initiatives and funding opportunities. Topics include:

• Funding priorities
• Grant cycles
• Eligibility requirements
• Components of ACF’s online grant application
• The grant application review process

Date/Time: Held on the fourth Wednesday of every month, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Upcoming sessions include:

• June 24
• July 22

Location: Arizona Community Foundation Office (2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 202, Phoenix)
RSVP to Mallory Holguin at mholguin@azfoundation.org or call 602-682-2062. Seating is limited. Please remember to indicate which session you plan to attend.

Arizona Grantmakers Forum and SRP present the “Drowning in Paperwork” luncheon, June 25, 11:30 - 1:30. This luncheon features a program based on the Project Streamline report, “Drowning in Paperwork, Distracted from Purpose.” Catherine Downs, Grants Managers Network Administrator, will present and engage participants in a discussion of the challenges and opportunities for streamlining grant applications and reporting requirements. Visit the Events section at http://www.azgrantmakers.org for more information. This event is open to all nonprofits and funders.

Location: Catholic Community Foundation, 400 E. Monroe, Phoenix
Date/Time: June 25, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

The Grant Writing Training Foundation Presents: Grant Writing 101 For Dummies - and Everyone Else!
Attention: Arizona Nonprofits, Schools, Government Agencies, and Churches! This session is designed to give volunteers, board members, program staff, and others a detailed overview of how to research and write winning corporate and foundation grant proposals. Supportive instruction includes: How to find grant funding opportunities; how to write multiple types of grant request formats; how to craft a winning proposal narrative; what funders want to fund; in-kind and direct costs in your budget - what do they mean?; why grant proposals are rejected; follow-up expectations from funders; and 40 tips to winning a phenomenal grant award. Trainer: Dr. Bev Browning, author of Grant Writing For Dummies.

Date/Time: June 26, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Glendale Adult Center
Address: 5970 West Brown, Glendale (north of Main Library)
View and Download Registration form Directions at http://www.grantwritingbootcamp.us (Click on Glendale, AZ - June 26); or call 480-768-7400.

Effective Supervision (NMI 104)
June 26 - 27: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day.

New supervisors and those seeking enhancement of supervisory effectiveness will gain insight on being an effective supervisor based on self-assessment and practical skill development. Review employment laws, behaviorally based interviewing, performance management, coaching and counseling, confident delegation and employee recognition and retention strategies.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Stand out in the job market. Enhance your career. Enrich your knowledge. For only $10 per session you can gain CEU credits and valuable insight from content experts in the areas of major giving, Web site fundraising and planned gifts. Free to AFP members.

July 8, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Forty Ways to Maximize Fundraising Through Your Web site Presented by Allan Pressel, Founder and CEO of CharityFinders

December 9, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
How to Have Conversations With Donors About Planned Gifts Presented by Kathryn W. Miree, author, consultant, past president of the National Committee on Planned Giving and editorial advisory board chair of The Journal of Gift Planning.

Register at http://www.afpaz.org/ to reserve your space. If you have any questions e-mail them at admin@afpaz.org or call 480-947-3459. Payment is due at the door on the day of the audio conference. They accept cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, and American Express.

Location: All three audio conferences will be held at Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation, 2419 W. 14th Street, Tempe. Parking is available all around the building; upon entry, sign in at the security desk. Signs will then direct you to the exact conference room and a member of the Education Committee will be there to greet you.

Results-Oriented Program Evaluation (NMI 108)
July 10 – 11: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

In today’s environment of shrinking resources, growing demand and competing priorities, a manager needs information in order to make sound decisions about where and how to focus resources to achieve desired results consistent with the agency’s purpose. This class covers the design and implementation of a results oriented program evaluation system that produces valid, credible and useful information.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

The Grant Writing Training Foundation presents: Faith-Based Grants 101. This workshop will educate ministers, church members and volunteers on how to position their religious organizations for mainstream grant seeking. From the renewed federal faith-based initiatives to foundation grantmakers, Dr. Bev Browning, author of Faith-Based Grants: Aligning Your Church to Receive Abundance and Grant Writing For Dummies will teach you how to find grant moneys, how to make your organization more eligible to receive grant awards, and what you need to know and write in a winning grant application to both private and public sector grantmakers. You will also be introduced to a long checklist of capacity-building steps that a potential grant applicant must be led through before entering the grant seeking arena for faith-based projects (ministries and community outreach).

Date/Time: July 17, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: FIBCO Family Services, Inc. - The Hope Center
Address: 1141 E. Jefferson Street – Phoenix
View and Download Registration form Directions at http://www.grantwritingbootcamp.us (Click on Metro Phoenix - July 17); or call 480-768-7400.

Leadership and Ethics in the Nonprofit Sector (NMI 105)
July 17 – 18: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn to implement principles and practices of effective leadership in the nonprofit sector including lobbying, empowering staff and volunteers and tracking emerging trends. Examine ethical challenges in nonprofit leadership.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Laws and Legal Issues Affecting Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 110)
July 24 – 25: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

Learn about the legal framework under which tax-exempt organizations operate and are regulated including a discussion of the oversight responsibilities of the Internal Revenue Service and various state agencies as they relate to the nonprofit sector and tax-exempt organizations. Explore legal rights and fiduciary obligations of directors, trustees, officers and members of non-profit organizations including a discussion of conflicts of interest, private inurement, private benefit, excess benefit and self-dealing transactions. Be apprised of legal and tax implications related to fundraising, charitable giving, political activities and commercial activities of tax-exempt organizations.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

This year’s statewide conference of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), hosted by the Northern Arizona Chapter, will be held in Flagstaff, August 5 - 7. It begins with a pre-conference from 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 5, which will focus on the basics of fundraising. This one-day session is perfect for those new to the fundraising profession and for those looking for a dynamic refresher. The sessions include annual giving, major gifts, stewardship, capital campaigns, endowment and planned giving. The four presenters are Brian Bateman, Alice Ferris, Bill Harrison and Kristi Edwards, and all hold fundraising certification. There will also be an Arizona corporation and foundation roundtable featuring diverse speakers.

Date/Time: August 5 – 7, 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: High Country Conference Center, Flagstaff. The preconference will be held at the same location.
Cost: Early registration for “Fundraising 101: An Overview of Charitable Giving” is $99 (including lunch) and ends July 8, after which the registration fee is $130.
For more information, or to register: contact Kristi Edwards at (928) 708-9632, or e-mail kedwards@azfoundation.org.

The Center for Progressive Leadership, Planned Parenthood Arizona and the Arizona Education Association have once again partnered to run a free comprehensive training program for progressive individuals planning or thinking about running for an elected office in the near or distant future, OR who are wishing to hone their skills as a campaign manager.

The components of this program include three interactive weekend workshops, assignment of a mentor, and a personal political leader’s plan that participants will develop throughout the program.

Topics in the training include:

• Values and Vision
• Nuts and Bolts of Running for Office and Service
• Campaign Financing
• Message Development and Delivery
• Fundraising and Cultivation
• Targeting Voters
• Understanding the Issues
• Campaign Planning and Organizing
• PLUS lots more!

Weekend One: September 26 – 27
Weekend Two: October 17 – 18
Weekend Three: November 21 – 22

For more information on the Progressive Local Candidate Training Program, or to register, please contact Beth Meyer at 60-254-1495, or e-mail Arizona@progressiveleaders.org. Space is limited so contact them today!

Description: The Communities In Schools of Arizona (CIS Arizona) State Office is currently seeking a skilled, dynamic, team-oriented individual to serve as Executive Director of the Greater Phoenix affiliate. The individual will serve as the senior staff member overseeing the execution of strategy, mission, policies, organization, funding, programs, and operation of Communities In Schools of Arizona - Greater Phoenix affiliate, within Communities In Schools philosophy and guidelines. Areas of responsibilities include program development and operations, fund development, evaluation, and community relations.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates must have a bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Education, Social Work, Public Administration or a related discipline, plus five years’ progressive work experience with proven success in fundraising, sales and youth development programming. Experience in community and coalition building is strongly preferred. Thorough understanding of, and demonstrated commitment to a community schools program model, improving procedures, strategies and services for in- and out-of-school time programs is desired. The successful candidate will also know how to partner with school-based and school-linked efforts, as well as other community based public and private entities. S/he must be networked in education, business and nonprofit communities in Greater Phoenix. Microsoft Office Suite literacy is required. Position reports to the CIS Arizona President and CEO.

How to Apply: Send cover letter indicating experience and interest, resume and salary history to cisa@cisarizona.org via e-mail attachment. Position open until filled. Please note: “Executive Director - CIS Greater Phoenix” in the subject line. For more information, or to request a detailed job description, please e-mail cisa@cisarizona.org.

Description: FIBCO Family Services, Incorporated, has an immediate opening for the position of Executive Director. The person selected will be accountable to the Board of Directors and will supervise and coordinate all aspects of FIBCO’s operations and administration.

Qualifications: Qualified applicants will have a minimum of five years of leadership experience as the chief executive of a nonprofit or faith-based organization, with executive accountability for fiscal, program and fund development. The successful applicant will have at least a bachelor’s degree, provide three references, and pass a criminal background check, credit check and drug screen.

How to Apply: Qualified FIBC member applicants only, should submit electronic copies of their resumes to: Arthur Downs, Chairman, Human Resources Committee, at artdowns@cox.net by June 15.

Description: SSA Executive Search International wishes to identify an excelling Chief Executive Officer to lead a metro Phoenix Health Network Foundation. The Foundation is the fundraising arm of a nationally acclaimed not-for-profit health and human service organization that provides progressive, innovative care to more than 100,000 patients each year, and serves a broad community of health care programs, projects and services. The CEO is expected to create and manage a comprehensive fundraising program through the use of staff, volunteers, annual programs, special events, direct marketing, capital campaigns, planned giving and personal solicitation.

How to Apply: Submit resume and current compensation, via e-mail only, to sshultz@ssaexec.com. No phone inquiries, please.

Description: Arizona Autism United provides home-based direct services for children with autism throughout the valley, as well as additional supports and programs. They are currently looking for a Personnel Manager to oversee the human resources department. Primary job functions include maintaining employee files and communications, locating work assignments for direct support staff with clients, conducting interviews and tracking applicants, supervising administrative staff and interns, and handling grievances. Additional job functions may include, but are not limited to: data entry, clerical support, general administrative tasks, coordinating staff performance reviews, and participating in the overall management and development of the organization. This is a full-time position with health, dental, PTO and retirement benefits available. The salary range is $40,000 – 55,000.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) and 3+ years of professional work experience in HR and human services/disabilities. Knowledge of autism and/or developmental disabilities, as well as experience with the Arizona Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is preferred.

How to Apply: For more information, please e-mail Jobs@azaunited.org to request a full job description.

Description: Phoenix Art Museum seeks a Chief Development Officer who will serve on the senior management team, reporting directly to the Museum Director and responsible for providing leadership and management for the direction, planning, and execution of fundraising and development related activities while managing a division of 18. The position works with the Board of Trustees, Planned Giving, and Development Committees to develop, implement, manage and evaluate a strategic plan to set and achieve major gift, capital, endowment, annual, and planned giving goals. Further information about the museum and the position are at http://www.phxart.org/.

Qualifications: Requirements for this position include the following:

• 10+ years in a senior development position with a successful record of accomplishment and measurable achievement of fundraising goals preferably in an art museum or related institution;
• Demonstrated leadership to develop strategic plans, implement programs;
• Strong experience in managing his/her own portfolio of major gift donors of $100,000+
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communications skills;
• Experience in managing a sophisticated fundraising software program.

How to Apply: Send cover letter/resume to HR Manager Christine Lowery-Nunez at christine.lowery-nunez@phxart.org. Inquiries/questions may be directed to her at 602-257-2121.

Description: Reporting directly to the President of the College, the Vice President is responsible for directing, managing, and conducting all aspects of a comprehensive fund development effort. These include the areas of development/fundraising, foundation and corporate relations, parent and alumni relations and services, government grants and planned giving. The Vice President provides support to the senior officers of the College in addressing the broad spectrum of the College’s external constituencies and participates fully in the life of the campus and larger community. S/he will also provide advice and counsel to the President and other senior officers in all aspects of fundraising. The Vice President supports the President in the role as staff liaison to the Development Committee and the Committee on Trustees of the Board. S/he must be able to work in an increasingly complex regulatory environment, in an institution committed to collegiality and to shared governance structures, and in an atmosphere of rapid change with a high degree of ambiguity.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline is required; an advanced degree is preferred. At least eight years of experience in increasingly complex institutional development functions, including direct experience in fundraising; donor cultivation and solicitation; supervision of professional employees; major gifts; giving; federal, and state grants; planned giving; and capital campaigns. A proven track record in the solicitation of major gifts face-to-face and demonstrable success in annual fundraising performance is required. S/he should have sense of humor, energy, creativity, an ability to work collegially in an academic community, and maintain high performance standards, as well as a strong sense of integrity and a commitment to professional ethics. Previous experience in an academic setting/institutional development office is preferred. CFRE, or other appropriate fundraising credentials are preferred.

How to Apply: For more information on this position, or to apply, please contact the office of Human Resources:
220 Grove Avenue, Prescott, Arizona 86301
Phone: (928) 350-4200.
Fax: (928)776-5103.
Web: http://www.prescott.edu/

Description: The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation seeks a talented Vice President of Development to develop and maintain a comprehensive and innovative fund-development program that strategically aligns with the Foundation’s mission. The Vice President must have substantial fund development experience, successful campaigns and demonstrate effective relationship development with individuals and institutions to increase philanthropic support. The candidate must be a strong leader and manager, and a critical, strategic thinker. The Vice President will lead development staff in building individual and corporate support for the Foundation. The Vice President will manage staff and volunteers on special events and committees. A special area of responsibility will be major donor cultivation and planned giving. The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation is a National historic landmark, and is a globally recognized nonprofit organization with an annual operating budget of seven million dollars. The salary range for this position is $70,000 to 78,000 annually. The Foundation offers an excellent benefits package.

Qualifications: The successful candidate must be committed to the mission of the Foundation and should have an appreciation for its rich history. The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and five to seven years’ experience, minimum. This position offers an experienced fund development professional a unique opportunity to work in a creative environment and help build the resources necessary to effectively move into the future.

How to Apply: Qualified applicants are encouraged to send cover letters with salary requirements and resumes to:
Human Resources Director
Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation
Taliesin West
PO Box 4430, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Fax: 480-627-5383 – Attention: Human Resources Director
E-mail: hr@franklloydwright.org
Phone: 480-627-5341

Description: Working under the direction of the Accounting Manager, this position assists in maintaining the computerized fund accounting, bookkeeping system, and program reporting requirements of a nonprofit community service organization with diverse funding and contractual requirements from multiple governmental, corporate, foundation, and private funding sources. He/she also provides financial-related support to the agency’s staff.
Major duties include:

• Ensure that all assigned tasks are completed in a timely manner and are accurately recorded and documented (as required).
• Enter approved invoices into Quickbooks.
• Print and prepare vendor checks for signature.
• Maintain files for accounts payable, funding sources, etc.
• Prepare bank deposits and bank reconciliation statements.
• Maintain assigned personnel-related documentation including employee vacation, sick leave accrual and utilization records.
• Assist the Accounting Manager and staff in preparing program reports for the agency and multiple funding sources.
• Other duties as needed.

Status/Hours: Part-time non-exempt position, 20 hours/week. Primary agency operations are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., subject to periodic variation and changes.
Primary Work Site: TCAA Administration Office, Escalante Community Center. 2150 E. Orange Street, Tempe, AZ.

Qualifications:

• Related accounting/bookkeeping work experience required.
• An associate’s degree in accounting is preferred.
• Experience in nonprofits helpful.
• Proven work history of effective, accurate, and dependable bookkeeping, accounting.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on tasks and work effectively as part of a team.
• Effective organizational abilities and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of Quickbooks is a plus.
• Ability to quickly learn new software applications.
• Must possess current AZ driver’s license and vehicle to use in performance of job.

How to Apply: Submit resume and cover letter to Stephen Sparks at stephens@tempeaction.org.

Description: The Donor Relations Officer will have a significant role in the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America. This person will have oversight of special events, gift acknowledgements, gift stewardship, regular communications, and donor recognition programs. The comprehensive Donor Relations program aims to help MAWFA create a highly personalized approach to donor-centered cultivation and stewardship for their donors who give $1,000 or more and/or who volunteer on a board, or serve on any related committees. The Donor Relations Officer must have extensive experience in best practices for strengthening their relationships with donors. He or she will be the primary driver institutionally for embracing their donors as family through systems that allow the appropriate staff to acknowledge life changes and transformational times in their donors’ lives.

Qualifications: Job/position requirements include the following:

• An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university in marketing (journalism preferred), or comparable professional experience.
• Three to five years of development experience, preferably in a stewardship officer position.
• Extensive knowledge of computer systems and databases, preferably Access, Excel, and Raisers Edge.
• The ability to set objectives to support the fundraising process and organize and inspire a staff to meet those objectives.
• Excellent administrative skills are needed, as well as a demonstrated record of being highly motivated, and a proven ability to produce results in a highly deadline-oriented environment.
• A strong command of the English language, with the ability to compose, edit, and proof written language and to communicate effectively verbally.

How to Apply: For immediate consideration, submit resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America
E-mail: hr@wish.org
Web: www.wish.org

Description: The Director of Development is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive and national fundraising strategy for New Global Citizens. This position requires a visionary leader with a proven track record in conceptualizing and driving sustainable revenue models that integrate with growth projections and program delivery needs. The role also requires a passion for viral revenue strategies and vision for implementing those strategies. New Global Citizens operates in an entrepreneurial environment in which individual staff members own, manage, and lead certain functions within the organization to keep the movement growing in an innovative and efficient manner.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree is required, with a minimum of three years’ related experience. Desired skills and attributes include the following:

• Ability to work in an open, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment.
• Experience in developing strategy and tactical execution plans for nationally focused fundraising efforts.
• Experience in major gift cultivation and donor pipeline development.
• Understanding of earned income, viral donor cultivation, and innovative revenue generation models.
• Exposure to, or experience with, capital campaigns is a plus.
• Excellent communication, strong relationship building skills, and demonstrated follow-up ability.
• Experience in, and comfort with, multiple types of databases and technologies (tech savvy).
• Experience with, and committed to, youth leadership and international development.

How to Apply: For more information on this position, or to apply, please contact Chantal Sheehan at 602-263-0500, or e-mail join@newglobalcitizens.org.

Description: The Chief Financial officer (CFO) is responsible for all fiscal matters of Native American Connections and its affiliate organizations with a budget of $7-10 million and development budget of $25 million. The CFO will report to and work closely with the CEO/President. In addition, s/he will partner with the senior leadership and board of directors to develop and implement strategies across the organization. The CFO will oversee all compliance and recognition for government (federal and state) contracts and private grants. S/he must be able to adapt to a continually evolving environment and thrive in deadline-oriented workplace whiled managing a staff of seven.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field. MBA and/or CPA required. The CFO will be a seasoned and mature leader with at least 10 years of broad finance experience, ideally beginning in audit, followed by experience gathering and evaluating financial information and making actionable recommendation to senior leadership. S/he will ideally have experience managing finance (accounting, budgeting, control and reporting) for a complex nonprofit with multiple funding sources including government (federal and state) contracts and an affiliate structure with diverse program areas. The CFO will have the following experience and attributes:

• At least 5 years experience as a CFO or equivalent, preferably in a nonprofit organization with a budget of at least $5 million.
• Public Accounting experience, preferred.
• Experience in a senior financial-management role, partnering with executive staff, resulting in the development and implementation of creative financial management strategies.
• Significant experience in, or knowledge of, nonprofit accounting, including sophisticated fund and grant accounting, compliance, and reporting.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of the Office of Management and Budget Circular A133 audit.
• Experience working with information technology staff to manage finance and accounting software packages.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organization skills.
• Excellent communication skills – written and oral.
• Experience in working with the Native American population, preferred.
• MS Office skills.

How to Apply: Interested, qualified candidates should send a letter and resume or completed application to:
Native American Connections
4520 N. Central, Suite 600, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Fax to 602-256-7356
Web: http://www.nativeconnections.org

Description: This position is responsible for working with all aspects of the Foundation’s online communications and branding efforts – specifically building dynamic content that will promote and protect the Make-A-Wish brand. This position will collaborate with a team to use Web content and social media to share the Make-A-Wish mission.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree and portfolio of marketing and public relations samples that show effective use of Web 2.0 tools – including social networking and video-sharing sites. The ability to tell a great story and bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are highly desirable.

How to Apply: For more information on this position, or to apply, please contact Diana McCawley at 602-279-9474, or e-mail dmccawley@wish.org.

Description: Under the direction of the Food Services Manager, the Lead Cook is responsible for daily operations in the kitchen, ordering and purchasing of food supplies, meal preparation, and maintaining compliance with all State of Arizona and Maricopa County Health Department sanitation requirements.

Qualifications: Culinary Training is preferred. Must possess Maricopa County Certified Food Manager and Serve Safe Certification. Must also possess the following skills/attributes:

• Knowledge of State of Arizona and Maricopa County Health Department sanitation requirements.
• Experience in preparing meals for adults and children in accordance with menus and recipes.
• Knowledge in basic nutrition.
• Experience in online ordering and purchasing of food supplies
• Experience maintaining inventory.
• Knowledge of preparing Native American cultural foods.
• Able to work independently with little supervision.
• Current TB test and physical examination documenting the ability to perform all job duties.
• Ability to lift 34 lbs
• Excellent communication skills – written and oral
• Experience in working with the Native American population, preferred
• Possess and maintain a valid Arizona drivers license and have reliable transportation
• MS Office skills

How to Apply: Interested, qualified candidates should send a letter and resume or completed application to:
Native American Connections
4520 N. Central, Suite 600, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Fax to 602-256-7356
Web: http://www.nativeconnections.org

Description: I-HELP stands for Interfaith Homeless Emergency Lodging Program. I-HELP is a collaboration between Tempe Community Action Agency (TCAA) and area faith communities. I-HELP provides housing, from 4 p.m. to 8 a.m., for up to 30 adult homeless individuals in faith community facilities. Homeless individuals can be male or female, over the age of 18 and must be drug free and sober at the intake time. Families with children are provided hotel vouchers and referred to TCAA to obtain family shelter services. The Intake Specialist assists church personnel and agency staff in providing a safe and organized overnight housing program seven days a week, 52 weeks a year.
Major duties for this position include:

• Transport I-HELP clients to and from the Salvation Army and the various host site facilities, primarily in the morning (7:30 a.m.) and some evenings.
• Transport sleeping mats to and from various host site facilities.
• Conduct check-in and intake procedures in accordance with Intake Policy (This includes checking people’s bags for any illegal substances or weapons.)
• Share on-call duties with the TCAA I-HELP Coordinator.
• Provide case management support and data entry for I-HELP Clients.
• Other duties as needed and appropriately assigned.

Primary Work Site: Community Action Program, Escalante Community Center, 2150 East Orange Street, Tempe AZ, Tempe Salvation Army, and various Tempe Faith Community Facilities.

Qualifications:

• Clean driving record and ability to operate a van.
• CPR and Basic First Aid, or willingness to get these certifications.
• Ability to set boundaries and to work with homeless individuals with a non-judgmental attitude.
• Ability to communicate effectively and manage/de-escalate conflicts.
• Ability to enter data utilizing the Homeless Management Information System.

How to Apply: Submit Resume and Cover Letter to: Stephen Sparks at stephens@tempeaction.org

Description: The Neighbors Who Care (NWC) Human Service Specialist is the first point of contact for clients, volunteers, and community members calling or walking into the NWC office. This position is intensely focused on providing excellent customer service with a level of empathy and understanding of the diverse backgrounds and situations that bring clients and the community to NWC. The HSS works with the scheduler to assist clients in booking appointments and matching volunteers with client service requests; HSS also answers incoming calls, and provides general information and resources to assist clients and the community served by NWC. The position is part-time, currently at 20 hours per week, mornings. The NWC office is open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., M-F.

Qualifications: Required: human service background, ability to deliver exceptional customer service, easily use a multi-line phone system, experience managing situations where clients or volunteers are in crisis, solid computer skills including Word, Excel, and e-mail. Demonstrated desire to become knowledgeable about NWC, an ability to be compassionate with their senior clients, and respectful of their volunteers. Desired: experience working with the elderly, volunteers, and individuals with dementia. An individual who is self-motivated, a problem solver who can multi-task, and who enjoys working with people.

How to Apply: A resume and cover letter stating qualifications in relationship to position, and complete information for contacting three professional references should be mailed or e-mailed. Requests for details must be received by Friday, May 22. Applications should be received no later than Friday, June 5. Please, no telephone inquiries.
Neighbors Who Care
Attn: Chris Stage
10450 E Riggs Rd., Ste 113
Sun Lakes, AZ 85248
nwcsunlakes@aol.com

Description: The Affiliate Manager position is initially a part-time (24 hours weekly), contract position with the potential for growth into a full-time position. Pay: $15 – $20 an hour. Responsibilities:

• Coordinate outreach, logistics and administrative tasks for all ongoing programs, research projects, outreach, and membership events.
• Engage in grassroots election preparation for the 2010 election, as well as in targeted advocacy during legislative sessions.
• Work closely with the boards of directors to prepare monthly meetings, support board committee work and build organizational capacity.
• Coordinate major donor fundraising campaign.
• Perform basic administrative duties as needed.

Qualifications: Required experience/skills for this position include:

• Impeccable communication skills.
• 4 year bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• 3 years experience in nonprofit or other relevant field (fundraising, political organizing, advocacy etc.).
• Computer literacy, experience with publishing software, a plus.
• Event planning experience.
• Experience with membership drives, fundraising and working with major donors.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Passionate about the mission of NARAL and the pro-choice movement.
• Self motivated and able to work with little supervision.
• A natural leader and an independent thinker.
• Outgoing and personable, and able to build and cultivate relationships.
• Flexible, fun-loving and excited to be a part of building an organization.

How to Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to Rachel@prochoicearizona.org by May 29. No phone calls please.

Description: This position works in collaboration with all departments at the Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) National Service Office to:

• Develop new Nurse-Family Partnership program implementations to serve expanding numbers of low-income, first-time mothers and their families.
• This position will be located in either Arizona or Oklahoma and program development will occur in both of those states as well as an additional 3-4 states within the western region.
• Cultivate and/or assure sustained political and fiscal support for Nurse-Family Partnership through policy action at the state, county, and city level, providing for operational stability and the financial capacity to serve more families over time.
• Work in collaboration with other Nurse-Family Partnership Program Developers, Nurse Consultants (state-based and national), Program Managers and other Nurse-Family Partnership experts to foster sustained effectiveness in local Nurse-Family Partnership programs

Qualifications: Minimum ability, knowledge and skills required include:

• Program development and relationship cultivation experience in communities and organizations involving complex, collaborative decision-processes and operational requirements
• Experience building inter-agency and/or inter-disciplinary community coalitions or advisory boards
• Experience developing and executing effective advocacy strategy directed at policy change, legislation, and funding (e.g., legislators, state or city agency directors, county commissioners, philanthropic priorities)
• A self-motivated individual with the ability to think conceptually and strategically, to articulate communications goals and strategies for achieving them, and to implement work plans
• Excellent communication abilities, especially listening skills
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Desire and ability to travel extensively. Air, ground, and local automobile travel is required and may involve travel during 2-3 weeks per month. Personal auto is required, with acceptable insurance and driving record. Most likely will need to work from a home office
• Working knowledge of MSWord and Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and contact management applications
• Baccalaureate degree in relevant field such as public administration, government relations, policy, public health, social work or related field

How to Apply: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter along with a detailed employment history and resume to:
Careers
Nurse-Family Partnership National Service Office
1900 Grant St., Suite 400
Denver, CO 80203
careers@nursefamilypartnership.org
For more info: http://www.nursefamilypartnership.org/

Description: Northland Cares is a small, nonprofit HIV/AIDS clinic in Prescott serving several counties in Northern Arizona. Its mission is to “increase the quality of life of people infected and affected by HIV/AIDS.” The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for supervising all operational components of this nonprofit HIV clinic, including:

• oversight of medical, behavioral health and case management services.
• managing/reporting/preparing an annual budget and accounting for payroll, expenses and donor records.
• supervise five employees and support three contracted health providers.
• develop and implement clinic policies and procedures.
• comply with government and grant funding requirements.

Qualifications: An associate’s degree with two years’ experience in supervision of a medical service organization. Experience in an HIV/AIDS clinic, experience with nonprofit organization(s), and experience operating according to government and private funding regulations is preferred.

How to Apply: Please direct inquiries and application letter with resume to:
Kevin Keighron, Board President
Northland Cares
3112 Clearwater Drive, Suite A
Prescott, AZ 86304
Northlandcaresrecruiter@gmail.com

Description: Native American Connections is seeking a clinician with a master’s degree and an AZ Board of Behavioral Health license. This position is responsible for the management and delivery of direct client counseling services to assigned individuals and groups participating in Native American Connections programs.

Qualifications: A master’s degree in a related behavioral health field; OR a bachelor’s degree with two years’ experience; OR, an associate’s of arts degree 4 years’ experience in direct counseling with chemically dependent individuals and families, in both group and individual counseling. Must be licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family therapist, Social Worker or other license as appropriate (required). Experience in working with Native Americans is desirable. Must possess a background in the delivery of individual/group/family counseling services, with a chemical dependency population. Must be able to function in a teamwork environment. Have a demonstrated working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine’s Patient Placement Criteria. MS Office skills

How to Apply: Interested, qualified candidates should send a letter and resume or completed application to:
Native American Connections
4520 N. Central, Suite 600, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Fax to 602-256-7356
Web: http://www.nativeconnections.org

Description: Phoenix City Councilman Michael Nowakowski is searching for dedicated, community driven, and motivated Neighborhood Service Specialists to service the South Phoenix area. City Council District 7 serves a vast and demographically diverse area. South Phoenix is a largely underserved community plagued with high crime and unemployment. A neighborhood specialist would help create and organize a neighborhood crime prevention program as well as create a South Phoenix Revitalization organization that brings together nonprofits, corporations, neighborhoods and churches. This position will coordinate daily organizing efforts (recruit community members, and stake holders); conduct research into economic development projects and crime prevention programs; participate in weekly and monthly staff development trainings; assist in day-to-day functions of council offices. Benefits include: FREE Housing; a living allowance – $865/month; medical benefits; educational award – $4700.

Qualifications: The following are required for this position:

• College graduate
• US Citizen
• Be able to commit to a full year of service
• Must have strong multi-tasking and organization skills.
• Good public speaking skills
• Excellent writing skills

How to Apply: To apply for this position, or for more information, please contact or e-mail your resume to Christina Gloria LeDeit, Volunteer Coordinator for the NFWSC, at cgloria@nfwsc.org.

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