Steve Werlin's Posts - GNH Community2024-03-28T09:43:50ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlinhttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1855899888?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profiles/blog/feed?user=263aro6fuqgw2&xn_auth=noJob Posting: Volunteer Coordinator/Manager -- Join the DESK Team!tag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2021-07-19:3365802:BlogPost:1957622021-07-19T15:55:21.000ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlin
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">OPEN POSITION –</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">July 18, 2021</span></p>
<p><b>VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR / MANAGER</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">30 hours/week; Monday - Friday. Open until filled.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks an energetic, friendly, and passionate individual to oversee recruitment, outreach, administration, and appreciation of DESK’s volunteer corps. …</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">OPEN POSITION –</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">July 18, 2021</span></p>
<p><b>VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR / MANAGER</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">30 hours/week; Monday - Friday. Open until filled.</span></p>
<p></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks an energetic, friendly, and passionate individual to oversee recruitment, outreach, administration, and appreciation of DESK’s volunteer corps. Appropriate applicants will be experienced in community organizing, community relations, and external communications, including social media and public speaking. Qualified candidates will have</span> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">very</span></i> <span style="font-weight: 400;">strong interpersonal skills, be completely at ease working among a broad cross-section of New Haven, and preferably be a capable speaker of Spanish.</span></p>
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<p><b>Mission & Background Information</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Located in downtown New Haven, DESK serves people experiencing homelessness or living in poverty by providing food assistance and services that promote health, community, and equity. DESK’s volunteer corps consists of 2,000+ individual volunteers annually and more than 30 volunteer groups. For more information on our programs, services, history, and vision, visit us online at</span> <a href="http://www.deskct.org"><span style="font-weight: 400;">www.deskct.org</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p>
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<p><b>Core Responsibilities</b></p>
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<ul>
<li><b>Community Relations & External Communications – <span style="font-weight: 400;">The position works closely with the Executive Director to connect with the community through public and private events, crafting outward-facing messaging consistent with agency-voice, designing web content and mass email communications, and maintaining a social media presence, with special attention given to strengthening connections with underrepresented communities.</span></b></li>
<li><b>Outreach & Recruitment –</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The position conducts coordinated outreach to community organizations (houses of worship, businesses, social/civic groups, schools, universities, etc.), facilitating off-site volunteer efforts (e.g., third-party fundraisers and food drives), and recruiting volunteers and groups.</span></li>
<li><b>Back-end Logistics Administration</b> <b>–</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The position oversees and maintains web-based volunteer management tools, including platforms for volunteer scheduling, registration, automated reminders and follow-up, time-keeping, and hours-confirmation.</span></li>
<li><b>Onboarding –</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The position works with Program staff to develop onboarding materials, instructional videos, and screening tools for effective volunteer engagement.</span></li>
<li><b>Onsite Coordination Oversight –</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Although most onsite coordination is carried out by Program staff, the position is responsible for overseeing the scheduling of volunteers and ensuring that they are effectively managed onsite, are treated courteously and appropriately, are working in a safe and healthy environment, and receive the proper level of supervision, primarily through follow-up communications and quality assurance efforts.</span></li>
<li><b>Appreciation –</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The position carries out and oversees appreciation and recognition efforts, including, but not limited to, regular follow-up communications and occasional events.</span></li>
<li><b>Client Competency – <span style="font-weight: 400;">The position works with Program staff to engender a greater sense of empathy and understanding toward the issues faced by those DESK serves on behalf of every volunteer.</span></b></li>
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<table>
<tbody><tr><td><p><b>Must-haves</b></p>
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<td><p><b>Nice-to-haves</b></p>
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</tr>
<tr><td><ul>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">2+ years experience organizing volunteers</span></li>
<li><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Friendly & courteous</span></i></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Good communication skills</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Team player</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Public speaking experience</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Effective social media communications</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Good writing skills</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Enthusiasm for mission</span></li>
</ul>
</td>
<td><ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2+ years experience supervising volunteers</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Experience working with people experiencing homelessness and/or mental health or substance abuse disorders</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Excellent</span></i> <span style="font-weight: 400;">writing and other communications skills</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Independent troubleshooting skills; active listener</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Spanish proficiency</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">New Haven proficiency</span></li>
</ul>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<p><b>Compensation</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Starting annual salary (30 hrs/wk) will be between $28,080 and $36,300, based on experience and background, in accordance with DESK’s Pay Equity Scale. </span></p>
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<p><b>How to Apply</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Candidates should email a cover letter</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">and</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">résumé to</span> <a href="mailto:hr@deskct.org"><span style="font-weight: 400;">hr@deskct.org</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400;">with “Volunteer Coordinator/Manager Application” in the subject line.</span></p>
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<p><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">DESK is an equal opportunity employer who affirms and values greatly the role of diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and lifestyles.</span></i></p>DESK is Hiring a Program Director!tag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2020-12-18:3365802:BlogPost:1515312020-12-18T19:19:10.000ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlin
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<p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>** OPEN POSITION **</strong> </p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://www.deskct.org/hr/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">PROGRAM DIRECTOR</a></p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;">- Full-time, 40 hours per week</p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;">- Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm</p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;">- Occasional nights & weekends, some flexibility </p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;"></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK)…</p>
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<p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>** OPEN POSITION **</strong> </p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://www.deskct.org/hr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PROGRAM DIRECTOR</a></p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;">- Full-time, 40 hours per week</p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;">- Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm</p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;">- Occasional nights & weekends, some flexibility </p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;"></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks a skilled, experienced, and enthusiastic leader to oversee all programming and services of a small but rapidly growing social service organization. The ideal candidate will have experience in providing direct services for people experiencing homelessness (i.e., case management and/or outreach), as well as a demonstrated record of effective staff management and program development. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on individual looking to facilitate real change while advancing their career in a meaningful way.</p>
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<p><strong><u>Mission & Background Information</u></strong></p>
<p>DESK serves people experiencing homelessness or living in poverty by providing food assistance and services that promote health, community, and equity. We are located in Downtown New Haven, just off the Green. Our core program provides food assistance and basic needs as well as connections to resources and other services. DESK will open a Downtown Drop-in and Resource Center in 2021 to provide more intensive site-based outreach services for people experiencing unsheltered homelessness. For more information on our programs, services, history, and vision, visit us online at<span> </span><a href="http://www.deskct.org/">www.deskct.org</a>. </p>
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<p><strong><u>Core Responsibilities</u></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Program Oversight –<span> </span></strong>The Program Director will provide general oversight for all programs and services, including performance measurement and program improvement.</li>
<li><strong>Staff Management –</strong><span> </span>The Program Director supervises at least two managers, as well as other staff and interns, working with them to develop management skills, carry out responsibilities effectively, and strategize around program operations.</li>
<li><strong>Program Development –</strong><span> </span>The Program Director works with the Executive Director, Board members, and staff to improve current programming and develop new programming.</li>
<li><strong>Interagency Coordination –</strong><span> </span>The Program Director coordinates services with partners across the system, including direct service providers, oversight agencies, volunteer groups, and others.</li>
<li><strong>Leadership –</strong><span> </span>The Program Director provides effective leadership within the agency’s mission through guidance, mentorship, and example.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong><u><span> </span></u></strong></p>
<table width="719">
<tbody><tr><td colspan="2" width="719"><p><strong>Requirements and Qualities of the Ideal Candidate</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr><td width="342"><p> </p>
<p>● <span> </span>Enthusiasm and passion for mission</p>
<p>● <span> </span>Advanced knowledge of best-practices in homelessness services, outreach, and case management</p>
<p>● <span> </span>3+ years experience in direct service provision</p>
<p>● <span> </span>2+ years experience in staff supervision or management</p>
<p>● <span> </span>Working knowledge of Greater New Haven homelessness services landscape</p>
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</td>
<td width="378"><p> </p>
<p>● <span> </span>Knowledge of best-practices around harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and<span> </span>behavioral<span> </span>health, including the myriad of issues that are parallel to homelessness</p>
<p>● <span> </span>Excellent communication skills</p>
<p>● <span> </span>Team player and leadership skills</p>
<p>● <span> </span>Experience in training staff</p>
<p>● <span> </span>Experience in some type of customer service</p>
<p>● <span> </span><em><u>Not required</u></em><em>: experience in food services or administration</em></p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<p><strong><u>Compensation and Benefits</u></strong></p>
<p>Compensation includes generous paid time-off and health and life insurance. Starting salary will be between $47,000 and $55,000, commensurate with demonstrated skills, experience, and background.</p>
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<p><strong><u>How to Apply</u></strong></p>
<p>Interested candidates should email a cover letter and résumé to<span> </span><a href="mailto:hr@deskct.org">hr@deskct.org</a><span> </span>with “Program Director Application” in the subject line. <span> </span><strong>Applications will be accepted<span> </span><em>only</em><span> </span>until 5:00 pm on December 31, 2020.</strong></p>
<p>Printable version:</p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8304621461?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DESK%20HR%20-%20Job%20Posting%20-%20Program%20Director%202020-12%20-%20FINAL.pdf</a></p>DESK is Hiring! Office Admin/Executive Assttag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2019-10-16:3365802:BlogPost:1047512019-10-16T19:32:24.000ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlin
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<p><strong>OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR / EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>20-25 hours per week Monday through Friday</p>
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<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks a highly-skilled, well-organized, assertive, enthusiastic, and creative individual to work with the Executive Director to carry out a variety of administrative duties, including office management, financial record-keeping, human resources and payroll functions, procurement, and…</p>
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<p><strong>OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR / EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>20-25 hours per week Monday through Friday</p>
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<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks a highly-skilled, well-organized, assertive, enthusiastic, and creative individual to work with the Executive Director to carry out a variety of administrative duties, including office management, financial record-keeping, human resources and payroll functions, procurement, and other functions as needed. This is a dynamic role with varied responsibilities and duties. The successful candidate will have a record of successful experience in an administrative/office capacity, as well as specialized knowledge in at least one of the areas of core responsibilities below.</p>
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<p><strong><u>Mission & Background Information</u></strong></p>
<p>DESK serves people experiencing homelessness or living in poverty by providing food assistance and services that promote health, community, and equity. We are located in downtown New Haven, just off the Green. For more information on our programs, services, history, and vision, visit us online at <u><a href="http://www.deskct.org">www.deskct.org</a></u>.</p>
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<p><strong><u>Core Responsibilities</u></strong> – <em>Competent in all, expert in one.</em></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Executive Assistance –</strong> Assists Executive Director with a variety of administrative duties.</li>
<li><strong>Financials –</strong> Works with contracted Bookkeeper and Accountant to ensure proper recordkeeping, and timely deposits of receivables and disbursements of payables.</li>
<li><strong>Development –</strong> Maintains donor database and produces monthly donor reports; compiles and distributes monthly acknowledgement letters; copy-edits external communications materials.</li>
<li><strong>Human Resources</strong> – Provides support in all areas of HR, including hiring/termination, benefits, policies, and appreciation.</li>
<li><strong>Policies & Procedures –</strong> Writes, edits, and ensures compliance with agency policies and procedures.</li>
<li><strong>Corporate Compliance</strong> – Works with Executive Director to ensure that the agency is in full compliance of all laws and regulations.</li>
<li><strong>Supplies Procurement</strong> – Oversees procurement of supplies and equipment for administrative and programmatic uses.</li>
</ul>
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<table>
<tbody><tr><td width="364"><p><strong>Required</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="343"><p><strong>Preferred</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr><td width="364"><p>· Enthusiasm for the mission</p>
<p>· Bachelors degree <em><u>OR</u></em> equivalent relevant experience</p>
<p>· 2+ year experience in office support</p>
<p>· Excellent organizational skills</p>
<p>· Excellent communication skills</p>
<p>· Good social/”people” skills</p>
<p>· Ability to multi-task</p>
<p>· Comfort with MS Office and Google applications</p>
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</td>
<td width="343"><p>· Creative thinking and problem solving skills</p>
<p>· Highly flexible</p>
<p>· Operational management experience in an office setting</p>
<p>· Expertise in Excel, Google Sheets, and Google Forms</p>
<p>· Knowledge of web-based database platforms</p>
<p> </p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<p><strong><u>Compensation and Benefits</u></strong></p>
<p>This is an hourly position (FLSA non-exempt), with generous paid time-off benefits and competitive compensation. Precise title and compensation will be commensurate with demonstrated skills, experience, and background. Health benefits are available for eligible employees.</p>
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<p><strong><u>How to Apply</u></strong><strong>:</strong></p>
<p>Interested candidates should complete the online application form available at <a href="http://www.deskct.org/hr">www.deskct.org/hr</a>.</p>
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<p><em>DESK is an equal opportunity employer who affirms and values greatly the role of diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and lifestyles.</em></p>Board Nominations Now Being Accepted!tag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2019-04-10:3365802:BlogPost:1019492019-04-10T10:17:21.000ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlin
<p>Interested in serving on the Board of <a href="http://deskct.org" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen</a>? Check out the Board membership posting below or <a href="https://www.downtowneveningsoupkitchen.com/hr/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">on our website</a>.</p>
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<p>POSTING</p>
<p><strong>Board of Directors </strong><strong>Membership</strong></p>
<p><em>Multiple seats available</em></p>
<p><em>Nominations accepted through May 31,…</em></p>
<p>Interested in serving on the Board of <a href="http://deskct.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen</a>? Check out the Board membership posting below or <a href="https://www.downtowneveningsoupkitchen.com/hr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">on our website</a>.</p>
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<p>POSTING</p>
<p><strong>Board of Directors </strong><strong>Membership</strong></p>
<p><em>Multiple seats available</em></p>
<p><em>Nominations accepted through May 31, 2019</em></p>
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<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) is currently accepting nominations for membership on our Board of Directors. Ideal candidates will be passionate and committed to DESK’s mission. This is a volunteer position with an expected commitment to a three-year term.</p>
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<p><strong><u>Mission and Background</u></strong></p>
<p>DESK serves people experiencing homelessness or living in poverty by providing food assistance and services that promote health, community, and equity. We are located in downtown New Haven, just off the Green. Our core programs include nightly dinner, a weekly food pantry, a summer mobile pantry, and a senior lunch program. DESK has been operating in New Haven since 1987. For more information on our programs, services, history, and vision, visit us online at <a href="http://www.deskct.org">www.deskct.org</a>.</p>
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<p>DESK’s Board of Directors is comprised of a small group of professionals who are highly engaged in the community in a variety of ways, each bringing at least one area of specialization or knowledge to their Board service. In addition to our monthly meeting, Board members meet as part of standing committees (Finance, Development, Program, Nominating, and Facilities) or task-forces.</p>
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<p><strong><u>Core Requirements and Responsibilities of Board Members</u></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Board Meeting Attendance</strong> – Board members must generally be available to meet for the full Board meeting on the second Monday of each month.</li>
<li><strong>Committee Participation</strong> – Board members must serve on at least one standing committee. </li>
<li><strong>Fiduciary Responsibility</strong> – Board members are responsible for providing financial oversight to the organization, including adherence to relevant laws, appropriate expenditures, and ethical fundraising practices.</li>
<li><strong>Programmatic Oversight</strong> – Board members are responsible for determining ethical, appropriate, and impactful program and service provision.</li>
<li><strong>Employment Oversight</strong> – Board members are responsible for ensuring ethical and fair employment practices in accordance with all laws.</li>
<li><strong>Strategic Planning</strong> – Board members are responsible for setting the mission, vision, and values of the organization and determine the long-term plans for achieving predetermined goals and ensuring organizational sustainability.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong><u>Skillsets and Backgrounds Currently Being Sought</u></strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Social service and healthcare professionals</li>
<li>Food service professionals</li>
<li>Representation from underserved communities and neighborhoods in New Haven</li>
<li>Financial and accounting professionals</li>
<li>General diversity of voice</li>
</ul>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong><u>Compensation and Benefits</u></strong></p>
<p>Board service is an <em>unpaid</em> volunteer position.</p>
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<p><strong><u>How to Apply</u></strong></p>
<p>Interested candidates should complete the online application at <a href="http://www.downtowneveningsoupkitchen.com/hr">www.downtowneveningsoupkitchen.com/hr</a>, or email a cover letter and <em>résumé</em> to Daniel Scholfield at <a href="mailto:president@deskct.org">president@deskct.org</a> with “Board Member Application” in the subject line.</p>
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<p><em>DESK values greatly the role of diversity in organization and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and lifestyles.</em></p>Fall Internship at DESKtag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2018-08-07:3365802:BlogPost:969932018-08-07T14:06:09.000ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlin
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2804996791?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-center" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2804996791?profile=RESIZE_320x320" width="300"></img></a></p>
<p>OPEN POSITION</p>
<p><strong>Fall Program Intern</strong></p>
<p>Part time, 10-15 hours per week</p>
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<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks a dedicated and passionate intern who will be responsible for overseeing our weekly Food Pantry program. You must be an <strong>advanced undergraduate</strong> or <strong>graduate…</strong></p>
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2804996791?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="300" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2804996791?profile=RESIZE_320x320" width="300" class="align-center"/></a></p>
<p>OPEN POSITION</p>
<p><strong>Fall Program Intern</strong></p>
<p>Part time, 10-15 hours per week</p>
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<p> </p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks a dedicated and passionate intern who will be responsible for overseeing our weekly Food Pantry program. You must be an <strong>advanced undergraduate</strong> or <strong>graduate student</strong>, or <strong>burgeoning professional</strong> in a field related to social work, nonprofit administration, public health, or nutrition.</p>
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<p><strong><u>Mission & Background Information</u></strong></p>
<p>DESK serves people experiencing homelessness or living in poverty by providing food assistance and services that promote health, community, and equity. We are located in downtown New Haven, just off the Green. For more information on our programs, services, history, and vision, visit us online at <u><a href="http://www.deskct.org">www.deskct.org</a></u>.</p>
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<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong><u>Core Responsibilities</u></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Program Execution –</strong> The Program Intern will be in charge of ensuring that the weekly Food Pantry program—serving up to 150 people weekly—is carried out under the standards and guidelines set forth by DESK staff. <u>You must be available on Wednesdays between 1:00 and 4:00 pm</u>.</li>
<li><strong>Client Relations</strong> – The Program Intern will work directly with clients to ensure that their immediate needs are met (within program parameters).</li>
<li><strong>Volunteer Supervision –</strong> The Program Intern will oversee up to 10 volunteers at a time.</li>
<li><strong>Performance Measurement and Quality Assurance</strong> – The Program Intern will work with Executive Director to develop the standards and metrics to determine program success, and ensure that all requisite data are collected in an appropriate manner.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong> </strong></p>
<table>
<tbody><tr><td width="236"><p><strong>Must-haves</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="235"><p><strong>Nice-to-haves</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="236"><p><strong><em><u>Not</u></em></strong> <strong>needed</strong></p>
</td>
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<tr><td width="236"><p>· In pursuit of a relevant degree, or a recent graduate</p>
<p>· Strong leadership & communication skills</p>
<p>· Strong social/”people” skills</p>
<p>· Comfort with MS Office and Google applications</p>
<p>· Enthusiasm and outgoing personality</p>
</td>
<td width="235"><p>· Comfort with Excel, Google Sheets, Google Forms</p>
<p>· Ability to work well under stress</p>
<p>· Experience as a volunteer</p>
<p>· Creative thinking and problem solving skills</p>
<p>· Experience in public speaking</p>
</td>
<td width="236"><p>· Strong culinary skills</p>
<p>· Nutritional background</p>
<p>· Restaurant experience</p>
<p>· Advanced research skills</p>
<p>· Data analytic background</p>
<p>· Graphic design skills</p>
<p>· Finance background</p>
<p>· Experience working in a nonprofit or small business setting</p>
</td>
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</tbody>
</table>
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<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong><u>Compensation and Benefits</u></strong></p>
<p>This is an <em>unpaid</em> internship position. The primary benefit will be in the form of direct services experience and university credit, if applicable.</p>
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<p><strong><u>How to Apply</u></strong></p>
<p>Interested candidates should email a <em>cover letter</em> and <em>résumé</em> to Steve Werlin at <span><a href="mailto:swerlin@deskct.org">swerlin@deskct.org</a></span> with “Program Intern Application” in the subjection line.</p>
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<p><em>DESK is an equal opportunity employer who values greatly the role of diversity in the workplace and</em></p>
<p><em>Strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and lifestyles.</em></p>Fall Intern Position at DESK!tag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2017-08-21:3365802:BlogPost:902812017-08-21T17:17:56.000ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlin
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<p><b>Program Intern</b></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Inc.<br></br> Part time, 10-15 hours per week</p>
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<p><b>Overview</b></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks a dedicated and passionate intern who will be responsible for overseeing the Food Pantry program. The successful candidate will be an advanced student or burgeoning professional in a field related to social work, nonprofit administration, public health, or…</p>
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<div class="WordSection1"><p><b>OPEN POSITION</b></p>
<p><b>Program Intern</b></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Inc.<br/> Part time, 10-15 hours per week</p>
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<p><b>Overview</b></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks a dedicated and passionate intern who will be responsible for overseeing the Food Pantry program. The successful candidate will be an advanced student or burgeoning professional in a field related to social work, nonprofit administration, public health, or nutrition.</p>
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<p><b>Mission & Background Information</b></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen serves people who are experiencing homelessness or living in poverty by providing food assistance and services that promote health, community, and equity. Since 1987, DESK has offered evening meals and a weekly food pantry to the Greater New Haven community.</p>
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<p><b>Position Summary</b></p>
<p>The Program Intern will oversee the Food Pantry program under the guidance of the Program Manager and Executive Director. The Food Pantry program serves on average 80 people per week by providing groceries on site at 311 Temple Street. The program operates Wednesdays, 2:00-3:00 pm, so the successful candidate must be available between 1:00 and 4:00 on Wednesdays. The Program Intern will be responsible for coordination with and supervision of volunteers, overseeing the set-up and clean-up of the program, and basic performance measurement to determine the program’s ongoing effectiveness and efficiency.</p>
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<p><b>Responsibilities</b></p>
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<li><b>Volunteer Management and Supervision –</b> The Program Intern will supervise up to 14 volunteers.</li>
<li><b>Program Execution</b> – The Program Intern will be in charge of ensuring that the program is carried out under the standards and guidelines set forth by DESK staff.</li>
<li><b>Client Relations</b> – The Program Intern will work directly with clients to ensure that their immediate needs are met vis-à-vis the Food Pantry program.</li>
<li><b>Performance Measurement and Quality Assurance</b> – The Program Intern will work with Executive Director to develop the standards and metrics to determine program success, and ensure that all requisite data are collected in an appropriate manner.</li>
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<p><b>Qualifications and Requirements</b></p>
<p>Candidates applying to this position should be enthusiastic about providing much-needed services to the target population. While the successful candidate need not have extensive experience working with people who are experiencing homelessness or living in poverty, s/he should demonstrate a desire to pursue a career in social services, public health, nutrition, or the nonprofit sector. The following qualities will be sought after in candidates who apply for this position:</p>
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<li>2+ years of social services or nonprofit work OR in pursuit of a relevant degree</li>
<li>Strong leadership & communication skills</li>
<li>Very good social/“people” skills</li>
<li>High school degree or equivalent</li>
<li>Proficient with Microsoft Office software (including Excel)</li>
<li>Creative thinking and problem solving</li>
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<p><b>Compensation and Benefits</b></p>
<p>This is an <i>unpaid</i> internship position. The primary benefit to the successful candidate will be in the form of direct services experience and university credit if applicable.</p>
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<p><b>How to Apply:</b></p>
<p>Interested candidates should email a cover letter and résumé to Steve Werlin at <a href="mailto:swerlin@deskct.org">swerlin@deskct.org</a> with “Program Intern Application” in the subjection line.</p>
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<p>DESK is an equal opportunity employer who values greatly the role of diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and lifestyles.</p>Volunteer Coordinator Needed!tag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2017-08-21:3365802:BlogPost:904772017-08-21T17:15:16.000ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlin
<p><b>OPEN POSITION</b></p>
<p><b>Volunteer Coordinator</b></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Inc.<br></br> Part time, 10-15 hours per week</p>
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<p><b>Overview</b></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks a dedicated and passionate volunteer to serve as the point-person and coordinator for day-to-day volunteer activities. The appropriate volunteer will be a self-starter with strong computer skills and who is friendly and welcoming and has excellent people skills.</p>
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<p><b>OPEN POSITION</b></p>
<p><b>Volunteer Coordinator</b></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Inc.<br/> Part time, 10-15 hours per week</p>
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<p><b>Overview</b></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks a dedicated and passionate volunteer to serve as the point-person and coordinator for day-to-day volunteer activities. The appropriate volunteer will be a self-starter with strong computer skills and who is friendly and welcoming and has excellent people skills.</p>
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<p><b>Mission & Background Information</b></p>
<p>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen serves people who are experiencing homelessness or living in poverty by providing food assistance and services that promote health, community, and equity. Since 1987, DESK has offered evening meals and a weekly food pantry to the Greater New Haven community.</p>
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<p><b>Position Summary</b></p>
<p>The Volunteer Coordinator works with the Executive Director and Program Manager to coordinate all volunteer activities. Because volunteers are primarily scheduled online and coordinated via email and phone, the majority of the 10-15 hours per week can be accomplished remotely; in addition, the Volunteer Coordinator must be available for a few hours each week to meet with the Executive Director and Program Manager onsite at 311 Temple Street in New Haven. The Volunteer Coordinator serves as the primary point-of-contact for all volunteers seeking to serve at DESK. Duties include the following:</p>
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<li>Conducting volunteer outreach to recruit new volunteers.</li>
<li>Administering DESK’s online scheduling system through SignUp.com.</li>
<li>Communicating with volunteers to answer questions and ensure that they are aware of any guidelines and rules for volunteers, as well as their rights as volunteers.</li>
<li>Working with court-appointed and for-credit volunteers to ensure that they are tracking their hours appropriately and can access any documentation needed for proper fulfillment.</li>
<li>Maintaining the volunteer Group Schedule, and working with volunteer Group Captains to ensure that their groups will have the appropriate number of volunteers.</li>
<li>Communicating with and scheduling other one-time occasional volunteer groups and service-learning groups.</li>
<li>Overseeing volunteer data entry to ensure the proper tracking of volunteer activities.</li>
<li>Working with the Program Manager and Executive Director to develop new volunteer opportunities that can better serve the organization and the community.</li>
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<p><b>Qualifications and Requirements</b></p>
<p>Because the Volunteer Coordinator is often the first person that a new volunteer will encounter, the most qualified candidate will be <i>very</i> enthusiastic about DESK and the people we serve. The Volunteer Coordinator must have excellent people-skills and be able to represent DESK in an outgoing, positive, and dynamic fashion. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with learning new online applications (like SignUp.com), and can communicate promptly and professionally via email. </p>
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<p><b>Compensation and Benefits</b></p>
<p>This is an <i>unpaid</i> volunteer position. The primary benefit will be in the form of direct services experience, university credit (if applicable), and the overall satisfaction of helping those in need.</p>
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<p><b>How to Apply:</b></p>
<p>Interested candidates should email a letter of interest and résumé to Steve Werlin at <a href="mailto:swerlin@deskct.org">swerlin@deskct.org</a> with “Volunteer Coordinator” in the subjection line.</p>
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<p>DESK is an equal opportunity employer who values greatly the role of diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and lifestyles.</p>Volunteer Administrative Assistant Needed!tag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2017-07-18:3365802:BlogPost:899272017-07-18T20:21:37.000ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlin
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<p><span class="font-size-4"><b>Volunteer Administrative Assistant</b></span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4">Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Inc.</span><br></br> <span class="font-size-4">Part time, 20-30 hours per week</span></p>
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<p><span class="font-size-4"><b>Overview</b></span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4">Downtown Evening…</span></p>
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<p><span class="font-size-4"><b>Volunteer Administrative Assistant</b></span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4">Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Inc.</span><br/> <span class="font-size-4">Part time, 20-30 hours per week</span></p>
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<p><span class="font-size-4"><b>Overview</b></span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4">Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) seeks a dedicated and passionate volunteer who will assist the Executive Director in a variety of administrative and development duties. The appropriate volunteer will be a self-starter with strong computer skills, and the ideal candidate will have previous experience working in an office setting, preferably for a nonprofit organization.</span></p>
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<p><span class="font-size-4"><b>Mission & Background Information</b></span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4">Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen serves people who are experiencing homelessness or living in poverty by providing food assistance and services that promote health, community, and equity. Since 1987, DESK has offered evening meals and a weekly food pantry to the Greater New Haven community.</span></p>
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<p><span class="font-size-4"><b>Position Summary</b></span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4">The Administrative Assistant will work with the Executive Director to accomplish a variety of tasks related to Fund Development, Finance, Governance, and overall administration. Fund Development includes external communications (email, social media, direct mail, website, etc.), event planning, grant writing, and donor relations. Finance includes general bookkeeping, bill payments, and donation processing. Overall administration includes a variety of day-to-day office tasks. Most work will take place at DESK’s main office, located at 311 Temple Street in New Haven; there will be occasional off-site work.</span></p>
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<p><span class="font-size-4"><b>Qualifications and Requirements</b></span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4">Volunteers interested in this position should be enthusiastic about providing much-needed services to the target population, but they should also have a strong sense of the importance of the administrative support that goes into social service work. Ideally, the volunteer will be very comfortable using a variety of computer programs applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and social media and web applications. Background in nonprofit administrative or other office experience is preferred.</span></p>
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<p><span class="font-size-4"><b>Compensation and Benefits</b></span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4">This is an <i>unpaid</i> volunteer position. The primary benefit will be in the form of direct services experience, university credit (if applicable), and the overall satisfaction of helping those in need.</span></p>
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<p><span class="font-size-4"><b>How to Apply:</b></span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4">Interested candidates should email a letter of interest and résumé to Steve Werlin at <a href="mailto:swerlin@deskct.org">swerlin@deskct.org</a> with “Volunteer Administrative Assistant” in the subjection line.</span></p>
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<p><span class="font-size-4">DESK is an equal opportunity employer who values greatly the role of diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and lifestyles</span></p>Volunteers Wanted!tag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2017-06-28:3365802:BlogPost:889162017-06-28T16:36:15.000ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlin
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<h1>Summer-time Is Volunteering-time!</h1>
<p>Summer has arrived! And while that may mean sunshine, beaches, and ice cream to many, for …</p>
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<h1>Summer-time Is Volunteering-time!</h1>
<p>Summer has arrived! And while that may mean sunshine, beaches, and ice cream to many, for <a href="https://www.deskct.org/" target="_blank"><span><strong>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen</strong></span></a> it means hard work to ensure that <em>everyone</em> has a place to eat. As the weather improves, so many more people are living on the street in New Haven. The lines to get into our dining room stretch and <strong>our numbers swell</strong>. </p>
<p><strong><u><em><a href="https://www.downtowneveningsoupkitchen.com/volunteer/" target="_blank"><span>Volunteers are essential to meeting this need.</span></a></em></u></strong></p>
<p>For many of our regular volunteers, summer also means vacation. With college students returning home, we see our ranks thin out during July and August -- our busiest time of year! That is why <strong><a href="https://www.downtowneveningsoupkitchen.com/volunteer/" target="_blank"><span>we need YOU</span></a> now more than ever</strong>. <br/><br/>Signing up to volunteer is very easy. Simply <strong>visit our<span> </span><a href="http://signup.com/go/1Htgxj" target="_blank"><span>SignUp.com page</span></a></strong>, find a date and shift that works for you, and you're set! You can even sign up multiple people at once. You'll get a reminder email three days ahead of your scheduled time. If you have to cancel, no problem: just go back onto the <a href="http://signup.com/go/1Htgxj" target="_blank"><span><strong>SignUp.com page</strong></span></a> and remove yourself. <br/><br/>Got questions? Check out the <a href="https://www.downtowneveningsoupkitchen.com/volunteer/" target="_blank"><span><strong>Volunteer page</strong></span></a> on our website to find a list of guidelines for volunteering at DESK.<br/><br/>Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen exists because of dedicated volunteers just like YOU. Without your help and support, we cannot feed <strong>over 2,000 individuals</strong> each year. YOU make all this possible! Thank you!</p>
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<p></p>FISH Seeks New Board Memberstag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2014-10-16:3365802:BlogPost:659912014-10-16T01:18:07.000ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlin
<p align="center"><b>FISH OF GREATER NEW HAVEN, INC. <br></br></b> for immediate release<br></br> October 15, 2014</p>
<p>FISH of Greater New Haven, Inc., is currently recruiting <b>new members to serve on its <u>Board of Directors</u>.</b> Ideal candidates will be self-motivated team-players with a strong sense of civic responsibility and a commitment to serving the community.</p>
<p>FISH of Greater New Haven is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit food pantry, delivering groceries and foodstuffs to low- and…</p>
<p align="center"><b>FISH OF GREATER NEW HAVEN, INC. <br/></b> for immediate release<br/> October 15, 2014</p>
<p>FISH of Greater New Haven, Inc., is currently recruiting <b>new members to serve on its <u>Board of Directors</u>.</b> Ideal candidates will be self-motivated team-players with a strong sense of civic responsibility and a commitment to serving the community.</p>
<p>FISH of Greater New Haven is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit food pantry, delivering groceries and foodstuffs to low- and no-income households in New Haven, Connecticut. FISH is the only food pantry in the area that delivers directly to clients’ doors and is staffed almost entirely by volunteers. Additional information can be found at <a href="http://fishofgreaternewhaven.org/">fishofgreaternewhaven.org</a>.</p>
<p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p>
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<li>Help establish a clear organizational mission and purpose.</li>
<li>Oversee the organization’s Executive Director.</li>
<li>Approve the organization’s programs and services.</li>
<li>Attend monthly Board meetings.</li>
<li>Assume a leadership role on behalf of the organization.</li>
<li>Participate in standing or ad-hoc committees.</li>
<li>Support fundraising efforts.</li>
<li>Ensure sound financial management and stability.</li>
<li>Assume shared fiduciary and legal responsibilities for organization.</li>
<li>Establish standards for organizational performance and hold organization accountable.</li>
<li>Serve occasionally as a representative on behalf of the organization and as an ambassador to the community.</li>
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<p><b>Qualifications:</b></p>
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<li>A passion for serving those in need.</li>
<li>A strong sense of responsibility and community leadership.</li>
<li>A desire and willingness to learn and investigate how best to serve the community.</li>
<li>An eagerness to implement change when needed.</li>
<li>An ability to work as part of team.</li>
<li>Flexibility, creativity, energy, and vision.</li>
<li>Spare time to commit to and take on the above responsibilities.</li>
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<p><b>Interested? </b>Please submit a brief cover letter and résumé via email to Steve Werlin (<a href="mailto:swerlin@fishofgreaternewhaven.org">swerlin@fishofgreaternewhaven.org</a>).</p>
<p><i>FISH of Greater New Haven, Inc., does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or unfavorable discharge from military service. We especially encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply, as we embrace the notion that diversity of voice is essential to sound governance.</i></p>Job Opportunity: Executive Director of FISH of Greater New Haventag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2014-07-24:3365802:BlogPost:647302014-07-24T22:25:23.000ZSteve Werlinhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SteveWerlin
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<p align="center"><b>FISH OF GREATER NEW HAVEN, INC. – JOB POSTING<br></br></b> for public dissemination<br></br> July 23, 2014</p>
<p><b>Position:</b> Executive Director</p>
<p><b>Overview:</b> </p>
<p>FISH of Greater New Haven, Inc., is seeking a self-motivated, highly organized, and ambitious Executive Director (ED). The ED will administer and, in most cases, actively carry out operations of the organization, including program services, finances, development and fundraising,…</p>
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<p align="center"><b>FISH OF GREATER NEW HAVEN, INC. – JOB POSTING<br/></b> for public dissemination<br/> July 23, 2014</p>
<p><b>Position:</b> Executive Director</p>
<p><b>Overview:</b> </p>
<p>FISH of Greater New Haven, Inc., is seeking a self-motivated, highly organized, and ambitious Executive Director (ED). The ED will administer and, in most cases, actively carry out operations of the organization, including program services, finances, development and fundraising, and public relations and communications. The ED will oversee an extensive corps of volunteers and work closely with an active Board of Directors (BOD).</p>
<p>FISH of Greater New Haven is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit food pantry, delivering groceries and foodstuffs to low- and no-income households in New Haven, Connecticut. FISH is the only food pantry in the area that delivers directly to clients’ doors and is staffed almost entirely by volunteers. Additional information can be found at <a href="http://www.fishgnh.org/">www.fishgnh.org</a>.</p>
<p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p>
<p><i><u>Program Services</u></i>: Coordinate acquisition of groceries and foodstuffs via Conn. Food Bank, local vendors, and food drives. Coordinate packing and delivery of groceries, including determination of proper foods to be included. Coordinate and supervise volunteers. Maintain proper records and data on all clients for the purposes of both Quality Assurance and reporting. Prepare regular reports based on these records to deliver to the BOD. </p>
<p><i><u>Finances</u></i>: Keep clear and well-organized records of all cash and in-kind revenue and expenses. Work with BOD Treasurer to affect proper accounting, including a projected and year-to-date budget, updated monthly. Administer all facilities-, utilities-, and service-related accounts. </p>
<p><i><u>Development & Fundraising</u></i><u>:</u> Develop a clear plan-of-action for revenue, annually. Administer, manage, and execute all grant applications and grant reports. Organize and execute regular fundraising efforts and events (with BOD assistance). Solicit and cultivate relationships with individual donors (with BOD assistance). </p>
<p><i><u>Public Relations & Communications</u></i>: Administer and oversee production of quarterly newsletter/e-newsletter (with BOD assistance). Communicate with the FISH network of volunteers, donors, etc., via social media, email, direct mail, and telephone, including maintenance of a network database. Cultivate relationships with community partners (e.g., service organizations and religious congregations) and sister-organizations (e.g., Community Soup Kitchen, Loaves and Fishes). Represent FISH in the City’s Food Policy Council. Conduct regular community outreach efforts (with BOD assistance) via speaking engagements, etc.</p>
<p><b>Qualifications:</b> </p>
<p>Bachelor’s degree plus at least 3 years of relevant experience in a nonprofit and/or human services setting. Master’s degree in social services, social work, nutrition/health, public administration/policy or other related field preferred. </p>
<p>Must possess excellent organizational skills. Must possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including interpersonal skills and a basic knowledge of client and donor confidentiality and privacy practices. Must be able to work both individually and collaboratively, as well as in a managerial capacity. Experience overseeing volunteers and knowledge of nutritional standards are pluses. Must possess excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite, Adobe suite, web-based reporting programs, file management, social media, and mass-email communications. Past experience working with low- or no-income households and/or food assistance is a plus. Spanish proficiency is preferred. Must have a valid Connecticut driver’s license.</p>
<p><b>Supervisory Relationships:</b> Reports to the Board of Directors. Supervises all volunteers.</p>
<p><b>Salary Range: </b> $45,000 - $60,000 (commensurate with experience)</p>
<p><b>Schedule:</b> 40 hours per week, regularly scheduled (TBD); occasional nights and weekends.</p>
<p><b>Application:</b> Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and three references via email to Patrick Pearson (<a href="mailto:ppearson@fishofgreaternewhaven.org">ppearson@fishofgreaternewhaven.org</a>).</p>
<p><i>FISH of Greater New Haven, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or unfavorable discharge from military service.</i></p>
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