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As Share Our Strength continues to succeed and expand, so do the exciting employment opportunities.

About Share Our Strength

Share Our Strength® is the leading national nonprofit organization working to end childhood hunger in America by 2015. We weave together a net of community groups, activists and food programs to catch children facing hunger and surround them with nutritious food where they live, learn and play. We work with the culinary industry to create engaging, pioneering programs like Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation®, Share Our Strength's Great American Bake Sale®, Share Our Strength's A Tasteful Pursuit®, Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out™, and Share Our Strength's Operation Frontline®.

Open Positions


Director, Online Community - Washington, D.C.

March 1, 2010

Position Summary

Share Our Strength is currently seeking an Online Community Director to lead all aspects of the organization's web-based activism and constituent engagement. With primary responsibility for creating and implementing Share Our Strength's online strategy, the Online Community Director will work to identify, increase, and engage a diverse set of constituents. Additionally, the Online Community Director will be responsible for overseeing the content on the organization's websites and ensuring that these sites support Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry campaign, as well as actively supporting the development department in their online fundraising efforts.

Responsibilities

  • Provide overall leadership for the development, implementation, and maintenance of Share Our Strength's online strategies for constituent engagement.
  • Identify, build and regularly engage a major base of online constituents, including activists, advocates, donors, volunteers, and event-based fundraisers. Develop and implement direct marketing plans for acquiring new constituents, as well as retaining existing community members.
  • Manage multiple, simultaneous online campaigns that result in high-levels of constituent participation in the areas of activism, advocacy, and fundraising.
  • Develop and oversee online communications plans. Drive strategies that increase visibility of the organization on social media channels (e.g. Facebook, Twitter) and blogs.
  • Partner with the Communications Director to lead the ongoing development of website content, within the context of the organization's overarching messages and editorial direction. Regularly generate new content that fosters an ongoing dialogue amongst constituents.
  • Explore and use a range of technologies (e.g. web, email, mobile) to further Share Our Strength's communications and constituency building goals.
  • Oversee the organization's suite of websites, including determining business requirements, information architecture, and user experience considerations.
  • Lead the reporting and analysis of all web-based activities in order to evaluate effectiveness and provide recommendations for new strategies.
  • Meet specific goals for acquisition, retention and fundraising.
  • Act as an internal "online evangelist" in order to influence staff awareness and usage of online communities, campaigns, and other opportunities to promote Share Our Strengths' core messages and programs.
  • Manage a staff comprised of a Web Producer and Web Coordinator.

Qualifications

  • Several years of relevant experience in community building and campaign execution via websites, email, and social media channels, with a particular focus on online activism, advocacy, fundraising or other cause marketing campaigns. Experience in direct marketing and list building is required.
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills. Demonstrated ability to ascertain the priorities of a particular audience and craft persuasive and compelling web-based content to that audience.
  • Superior project management skills, including the ability to identify steps of a project, set deadlines, and guide cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to proactively create and follow through on new ideas and strategies, as well as gain buy-in amongst internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hardworking environment, meet strict deadlines and work under pressure while maintaining humor and high energy. Flexibility and adeptness at navigating shifting programmatic and/or strategic priorities.
  • Solid understanding of e-activism software and content management systems (e.g. Convio), html, as well as direct marketing metrics, reporting and analysis.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree preferred.

To Apply

Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position, citing links to web-based writing samples, and stating how you heard about this opportunity, in Word format and addressed to Pat Nicklin, at http://jobs.cgcareers.org/application.aspx?id=1577. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Web Producer - Washington, D.C.

March 1, 2010

Position Summary

Share Our Strength is currently seeking a Web Producer to manage all online production tasks relating to the organization's online presence. With primary responsibility for project management for web-based campaigns, the Web Producer will work in collaboration with multiple internal and external partners on specific online initiatives that further the organization's constituent engagement and fundraising goals. In addition to project management, the Web Producer will be responsible for maintaining and writing code for the organization's websites, social media campaigns, and email campaigns.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the production, schedules, and deadlines for multiple web-based projects simultaneously, including ensuring the alignment of project goals, deliverables and milestones across internal and external teams.
  • Traffic, respond to, prioritize and schedule all incoming web-based communications requests from other groups within the organization.
  • Implement and institutionalize the use of a web-based project management system that proactively improves workflows and technology to benefit the entire team.
  • Produce regularly scheduled email marketing campaigns to the organization's activist lists and other online communities. Coordinate collection of content for various staff writers. Code campaigns by hand, as well as by leveraging tools in Convio's email marketing system.
  • In coordination with the Online Community Director, manage the overall web strategy for site structure, graphic design, content organization, page building, maintenance and regular updates of web-based materials for the entire organization.
  • Assist in enforcing editorial and visual standards and policies.

Qualifications

  • Several years of experience in web production, with a particular focus on project management of multiple, concurrent projects and/or websites. Ability to identify the steps of a project, set appropriate timelines, enlist required participants, and hold self and others accountable to outcomes and deadlines.
  • Solid coding skills in HTML are required. Coding ability in PHP/MySQL, and Flash are highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current web-based marketing and communications technologies, including Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and Adobe Creative Suite applications. Experience using Convio or similar nonprofit-oriented communications software is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with building and maintaining online communities through email campaigns and social media channels.
  • Ability to work quickly and skillfully in a team-driven environment, as well as on independent assignments. Adeptness at handling shifting priorities, analyzing available information to aid decision making, and moving seamlessly between any number of prioritized tasks and functions.
  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or related field or equivalent experience.

To Apply

Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position, citing web-based writing samples, and stating how you heard about this opportunity, in Word format and addressed to Pat Nicklin, at http://jobs.cgcareers.org/application.aspx?id=1578. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Project Coordinator - Washington, D.C.

March 9, 2010

Position Summary

Share Our Strength® is a $23 million national nonprofit organization working to end childhood hunger in America by 2015. We are seeking a project coordinator to provide administrative and project management support to the Chief Strategy Officer. This is a new position and will require an energetic, detail-oriented, and organized individual who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. It's a unique opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to ending childhood hunger in America.

Responsibilities

  • Managing the administrative needs of the Chief Strategy Officer. This includes but is not limited to: managing individual and department-wide calendars, dealing with complex scheduling projects, making travel arrangements, managing and updating contact lists, sorting mail, updating to-do and call lists, completing and submitting financial reports on behalf of the Chief Strategy Officer, and assisting with research on a variety of projects;
  • Acting as liaison between the Chief Strategy Officer, the Senior Team and other staff, and helping to coordinate all relevant meetings, retreats, and other activities;
  • Assisting the Chief Strategy Officer with the coordination of No Kid Hungry campaign meetings, including the preparation of agendas, minutes at the meetings and the management of follow-up action items;
  • Assisting with the creation of the Chief Strategy Officer's presentations (often using PowerPoint) for various audiences, including donors, staff, and corporate partners;
  • Collaborating with the Grants and Program Managers to collect, summarize and disseminate grants-related information and materials about childhood hunger - issues, solutions, and trends;
  • Managing aspects of events that involve the No Kid Hungry campaign, such as Share Our Strength's annual national conference, local and national speaking engagements, and major fundraising dinners, events and trips; and,
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and two years of work experience in a professional environment;
  • Exceptional attention to detail and highly organized;
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment, lead projects, meet multiple concurrent deadlines, and organize time and priorities;
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills, and intuitive interpersonal skills;
  • Emotional intelligence and strong orientation towards customer service (internally and externally);
  • Command of Microsoft Office, including superior command of PowerPoint;
  • Highly effective within a fluid, entrepreneurial environment;
  • Ability to collaborate and work well as a member of a team;
  • Impeccable integrity and discretion;
  • High energy and a demonstrated passion for our work; and,
  • A sense of humor and a terrific work ethic.

To Apply

Please email your cover letter and resume to jobs@leaderfit.org and reference SOS Project Coordinator in the subject line of the e-mail. Learn more about Share Our Strength at www.strength.org.

Program Manager, No Kid Hungry

March 2, 2010

Position Description

Since 1984, Share Our Strength® has led the fight against hunger and poverty by inspiring and organizing individuals and businesses to share their strengths. We have raised over $265 million to fight hunger around the globe. We have invested critical funds in over 1,000 hunger-related organizations to help the most effective organizations sustain their efforts and maximize their capacity to deliver results. Today, our vision is to end childhood hunger in America by ensuring that the nearly 17 million children at risk of hunger have access to the nutritious food they need to learn, grow and thrive.

Share Our Strength is seeking to hire an energetic, articulate, talented individual to serve as the Program Manager for our No Kid Hungry Campaign. The Program Manager will report to the Senior Program Manager. This is the perfect position for a talented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants the challenge, and the many personal rewards, of working on a team dedicated to ending childhood hunger in America.

Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and synthesize research, and track policies and practices at the federal, state, and local level that increase access to food and nutrition programs for low-income children
  • Communicate best practices and policies to a wide variety of audiences through written memos, issue briefs and case studies and through presentations.
  • Provide programmatic and administrative assistance to the Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Program Manager in rolling-out the national No Kid Hungry Campaign.
  • Help to manage aspects of events that involve the No Kid Hungry campaign, such as Share Our Strength's annual national conference and fundraising events.
  • Represent Share Our Strength at conferences, briefings and coalition meetings.
  • Work with organization's marketing, communication and development teams to provide information about childhood hunger and support specific projects.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and essential Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree (advanced degree in relevant area preferred).
  • 3-5 years work experience with experience in anti-hunger or anti-poverty work.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  • Highly effective within a fluid, entrepreneurial environment.
  • Ability to collaborate and work well as a member of a team.
  • High energy and a demonstrated passion for our work.
  • A sense of humor and a terrific work ethic.

How to Apply

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to grants@strength.org. Please type: Program Manager - Your First Name and Last Name in the subject line.

This position will be open until filled.

No phone calls or faxes please.

Director, New Business Development

February 17, 2010

Position Summary

Share Our Strength is seeking a Director of New Business Development to take a leadership role in raising revenue from corporations for Share Our Strength through: cause related marketing; corporate partnerships and sponsorships; licensing; fund-raising events; and strategic philanthropy.

Responsibilities

  • Raise unrestricted operating revenue from corporations for Share Our Strength. Primary focus will be cultivating major corporate partners for participation in cause marketing campaigns.
  • Build Share Our Strength's corporate business, through extensive business development and creative and entrepreneurial approaches, leading to growth and diversity of revenue sources for the organization.
  • Work with senior executives at Share Our Strength and other major stakeholders on business development opportunities across all departments.
  • Assist in leading internal business development processes and procedures, including research, sales reporting and prospect tracking.
  • Provide excellent service and consultation to existing corporate partners, expanding and renewing the relationships, as required.
  • Represent Share our Strength to corporate leaders, business executives, marketing agencies, corporate foundation officials, board members, the Share Our Strength Executive team, other Share Our Strength staff, and vendors of support services for fund raising activities.
  • Participate in the leadership of Share Our Strength as a member of the senior team. Work well cross-functionally among all departments and national programs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Master's degree strongly preferred.
  • Minimum ten years work experience.
  • At least five years of experience in sales or business development.
  • Experience and comfort with sales and soliciting donations.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication (both verbal and written) skills.
  • Ability to communicate and work collegially with contacts at all levels of the organization and externally.
  • Demonstrated strategic thinking and goal setting abilities.
  • Have proven experience related to building and managing generated revenues from the corporate sector of $3-5 million per year;
  • Have a background of developing and gaining support for marketing efforts from marketing executives of major corporations;
  • Have excellent leadership skills and the ability to impact decisions through a driven, yet collaborative style;
  • Have experience in planning and implementing all types of earned and contributed revenue programs, particularly regarding cause marketing campaigns and/or corporate sponsorships;
  • Have exhibited creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship in his/her work with a keen appreciation of the power of people to make a difference;
  • Have an established network to bring to the organization and be able to utilize Share Our Strength's existing network;
  • Have commitment and passion for Share Our Strength's mission to end childhood hunger in the United States.

To Apply

No phone calls please. E-mail resume and cover letter to La Verne Dickerson-Coleman. Please reference Director, New Business Development in the subject of the e-mail.

Foundation Relations Director

January 27, 2010

Position Summary

We are seeking a seasoned fundraising professional to lead our foundation funding efforts. This is a new position and will require an entrepreneurial approach to designing and executing an ambitious fundraising strategy. This is a new position and will require an entrepreneurial approach to designing and executing an ambitious fundraising strategy to support our state-based plans to end childhood hunger, our No Kid Hungry Campaign and Operation Frontline, and new initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute an annual and multi-year foundation strategy with clear goals and timelines.
  • Expand Share Our Strength's base of foundation supporters by developing comprehensive and effective prospecting, cultivation, and stewardship processes and solidifying relationships with foundations to seek and secure multi-year five, six, and seven figure grants.
  • Develop, implement and participate in all aspects of the grant seeking process, including researching, prospecting, cultivation, proposal preparation and submission, presentation, monitoring, follow-up, and outcomes-based reporting.
  • Work with executive team and senior management across Share Our Strength to assess opportunities for foundation funding support.
  • Actively participate in and contribute to internal, cross-departmental fundraising meetings; collaborate on special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 7-10 years demonstrated experience fundraising from private and corporate foundations.
  • Ideally, experience with fundraising from government sources.
  • Expertise in the nuances of foundation funding.
  • Exceptional relationship management, writing, and presentation skills.
  • Strong established relationships with decision makers at leading national and local foundations.
  • An entrepreneurial spirit and ability to thrive with limited direction.
  • An ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Passion for the mission and commitment to bettering the lives of children.

To Apply

Please email your cover letter and resume to jobs@leaderfit.org and reference SOS Development in the subject line of the e-mail.

National Director of Grassroots Fundraising

Updated February 19, 2010

Position Summary

Share Our Strength is seeking a National Director of Grassroots Fundraising to lead Share Our Strength's volunteer force and fundraising programs in 25 top markets, including leadership for Taste of the Nation, the country's largest culinary benefit for hunger. The Director's main objective will be to grow Share Our Strength's local base of donors, volunteers, corporate and foundation supporters, chefs and restaurants, and fundraising events in these top local markets in order to raise funds that Share Our Strength will invest in its goal to end childhood hunger in those respective cities and states. In those 25 markets, the Director will be responsible for using all Share Our Strength programs to achieve his/her goals, including Taste of the Nation, the Great American Bake Sale, and the Great American Dine Out.

Responsibilities

  • Achieve Share Our Strength's fundraising goals for its 25 top markets. The 18-month goal is to raise an average of at least $500,000 in each market annually, or $12.5 million per year.
  • Reinvigorate and grow Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation, a 20-year old event with a reputation for high-quality fine food and chef participation. Build and implement a strategy to increase event excellence through creativity and innovation and increase volunteer leadership. Work closely with the Share Our Strength Childhood Hunger Team to direct the funds raised on the plan to end childhood hunger in that market.
  • Strengthen the Share Our Strength brand in local markets, building a strong commitment to Share Our Strength across its programs, so that event participants and attendees deepen their involvement. Build strong Share Our Strength volunteer committees that are committed to our plan to end childhood hunger in the United States.
  • Diversify and grow funds in each market, by cultivating new relationships with national and local corporate sponsors, foundations, and donors. In addition, build new events and fundraising strategies that will help us achieve that market's goal.
  • Manage and lead the Field Department, which currently has a staff of 12 employees who both work at the national headquarters and are located in specific regional markets (including Atlanta, Chicago, California, and Colorado).
  • Participate in the leadership of Share Our Strength as a member of the senior team. Work well cross-functionally to bring all Share Our Strength national programs (including Taste of the Nation, The Great American Bake Sale, and The Great American Dine Out) to local communities and successfully integrate those efforts.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree or equivalent.
  • Minimum ten years work experience.
  • Minimum three to five years management experience.
  • Prior experience working with volunteers required; experience working with a national nonprofit with local affiliates required
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills. Public speaking experience and relationship-building skills strongly recommended.
  • Prior experience designing and monitoring a yearly budget.
  • Demonstrated strategic thinking and goal setting abilities.
  • Basic knowledge of/or experience in the restaurant industry required
  • Have experience inspiring, motivating, leading and recruiting volunteer leaders and donors for a nonprofit cause;
  • Have extensive fundraising experience, preferably with a national organization, with required experience in event fundraising;
  • Have extensive management experience, preferably working with a field marketing or sales team, with proven results;
  • Have a deep understanding of, and experience working with, the high-end restaurant community either in a for-profit or nonprofit setting;
  • Have exhibited creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship in his/her work with a keen appreciation of the power of people to make a difference;
  • Have commitment and passion for Share Our Strength's mission to end childhood hunger in the United States; and
  • Have a history of building outstanding relationships with donors and volunteers.

To Apply

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to to Judy Goldgrab at judyg@joelpaul.com .

Coordinator, Culinary Events and Development

January 27, 2010

Position Summary

The Coordinator, Culinary Events and Development will work in conjunction with the Senior Manager and Director, for event management on the A Tasteful Pursuit platform and other culinary events.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with all aspects of events including marketing, ticket sales, web site and collateral development, volunteer management, data entry and mailings, and donor research.
  • Work with the Senior Manager to develop additional fundraising plan for each event and procure silent and live auction items. Manage silent and live auction component of events.
  • Follow up post event with auction purchasers and help facilitate auction experiences for high-level donors.
  • Manage insurance process for general and liquor liability for A Tasteful Pursuit platform and additional culinary events.
  • Assist Senior Manager with ensuring successful fulfillment of on-site contract deliverables of corporate partners relating to A Tasteful Pursuit.
  • Manages A Tasteful Pursuit records in Raiser's Edge, entering chefs, venues and auction donors. Sends acknowledgements for attendees, chefs, auction donors and other in-kind contributors.
  • Act as the team's liaison to the Culinary and Field Team. Share event calendar with this team regularly and update A Tasteful Pursuit team.
  • Other duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Experience with Raiser's Edge or Convio preferred but not required. o S/he should have an entrepreneurial track record tempered with strong analytical and strategic planning skills.
  • S/he should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
  • S/he will have excellent leadership skills and the ability to impact decisions through a driven, yet collaborative style.
  • S/he should have a background of developing and gaining support for marketing efforts from marketing executives of major corporations.
  • S/he should have demonstrated skills and experience in strategic thinking and tactical application of an organization's finite resources.
  • S/he should be passionate about Share Our Strength's mission of working to end hunger and poverty in the United States and abroad by mobilizing industries and individuals, and creating community wealth to promote lasting change.

To Apply

No phone calls please. E-mail resume and cover letter to Andrea Agalloco. Please reference Coordinator, Culinary Events and Development in the subject of the e-mail.

Intern, Online Communications & Marketing

January 19, 2010

Position Summary

The Online Communications & Marketing intern will be active in many of the Communications team's daily activities. This is an excellent opportunity to get hands-on experience with Web sites, emails and online outreach campaigns in a fast-paced and innovative non-profit environment. The successful intern will help configure emails, post content to our Web sites, and light writing/editing, among other activities.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in maintaining and cultivating Share Our Strength's online communities, including approving friends and monitoring comments on social networking sites (e.g., twitter, Facebook, etc); researching sites, writing and posting action items and blog entries, etc.
  • Post content to our Web sites.
  • Participate in team brainstorming and other team activities.
  • Assist with copywriting and editing for campaigns and Web sites.
  • Maintaining data around outreach campaigns to allow us to track our efforts.
  • Editing photos and incorporating these photos into content on social media sites and organization site.
  • Provide other general and administrative support to the Online Communications department when needed.

Qualifications

  • Experience with HTML and familiarity with a variety of social media.
  • Knowledge of Dreamweaver (or other Web editing software), HTML, and Photoshop; Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Technical savvy, including experience with one or more Content Management Systems desired
  • Experience with one or more eCRM systems desired
  • Flexible work style and sense of humor
  • Excellent organization skills with strong attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Strong copy editing and research skills

To Apply

No phone calls please. E-mail resume and cover letter to La Verne Dickerson-Coleman. Please reference OCM Intern in the subject of the e-mail. Please highlight any web sites you've worked on and experience you feel best highlights your skills.

Junior Graphic Designer

March 18, 2010

Position Summary

Share Our Strength® is a $23 million national nonprofit organization working to end childhood hunger in America by 2015. We are seeking junior designers to support the Art Director in web and print mediums. This requires an energetic, detail-oriented multitasker who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. Qualified candidate must be able to work independently, quickly, collaboratively and interactively with others and plan to participate in all aspects of the design process, from brainstorming to production. Must have strong typography skills, pay attention to detail, be flexible, have a playful sensibility, and can skillfully use an Xacto.

Responsibilities

  • Works with Art Director, other Communications team members, and program staff to help develop consistent, innovative design for organizational marketing materials. These include, but are not limited to, brochures, annual reports, advertisements, event collateral, logos, promotional premiums, print public service ads, newsletters, online banners, web pages, web graphics and formatted electronic communications.
  • Resizes and creates both 4-color and B&W advertisements.
  • Assists in the preparation of digital graphics files. Inspect fonts, trapping, bleeds and so forth before files are submitted to print vendors and publications.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in fine arts, graphic arts or related discipline preferred.
  • At least 1-3 years experience at an agency or other similar environment.
  • Understands core design methodologies.
  • Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Experience designing and creating engaging marketing materials and web elements.
  • Good communication, time management and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to adapt to changing workflow priorities in a deadline driven and service focused environment.
  • Should have an understanding of the print production process (printing, binding, stock selection, etc.).

To Apply

Please forward a cover letter, resume and pdf samples (or a link to your online portfolio) to ldcoleman@strength.org. The total size of the attachments must be under 4 mg.

Graphic Design Intern

Updated September 1, 2009

Position Summary

The Graphic Design Intern will work directly with the Graphic Design Manager at Share Our Strength, a busy national nonprofit known for its innovative corporate and culinary industry partnerships in its approach to fighting childhood hunger. The candidate will assist with multiple print and electronic design projects, and serve as the primary design support system to the Graphic Design Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Works directly with the Graphic Design Manager to develop consistent, innovative design for organizational marketing materials. These include, but are not limited to, brochures, annual reports, advertisements, event collateral, logos, promotional premiums, print public service ads, newsletters, online banners, web pages, web graphics and formatted electronic communications.
  • Aids in the preparation of pre-press materials for print and production.

Qualifications

  • College sophomore, junior, senior or graduate in the field of Graphic Design.
  • Adept with Adobe Creative Suite.
  • General understanding of printing methods and print production.
  • Highly organized.
  • Able to adapt to changing circumstances in a busy environment, while maintaining a creative approach to solving problems.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • High attention to detail.

Compensation

College credit is available for this internship.

Contact

Interested candidates should submit a resume and PDF portfolio (under 5 MB) to La Verne Dickerson-Coleman.

Operation Frontline AmeriCorps*National Direct Member

Updated August 27, 2009

Position Summary

AmeriCorps*National Direct members work with local Operation Frontline staff to enhance and expand programs across the country. Members recruit and train volunteers, identify new class sites, establish and maintain partnerships, coordinate cooking-based nutrition classes, and develop sustainable financial support for the program. Members are visible in the communities where they work and work closely with program volunteers, a network of nonprofit agencies, class participants and graduates. Both full and part-time volunteer positions are available, and require a 9-12 month commitment. Operation Frontline's nutrition education program is operated in Colorado, Illinois, Florida, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Texas, Washington and the District of Columbia.

Current Openings at local Operation Frontline Programs:

Qualifications

To participate you must:

  • Be 17 years or older
  • Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident alien
  • Be a high school graduate or GED recipient
  • Agree to a criminal history background check

Additional qualifications vary by host site. Contact each host site for more information.

Benefits

Moderate bi-weekly living stipend; educational award upon completion of one year of service; health benefits for full-time members; student loan forbearance or deferment; and childcare benefits (based on eligibility). In addition to the above benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to develop new skills and gain valuable leadership experience while building upon your existing network

To Apply

Contact the specific program site for a detailed job description. To apply, send resume and cover letter to the contact listed for specific program site.

You may also search AmeriCorps.gov to find Operation Frontline positions that may be available across the country.

For questions about Share Our Strength's Operation Frontline and the AmeriCorps*National Direct program nationally, contact:

Hayley Beers
Program Coordinator Share Our Strength's Operation Frontline
1730 M Street NW, Suite 700
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 478-6534

Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Operation Frontline Intern

Updated July 22, 2009

Position Summary

Share Our Strength's Operation Frontline® is one of the nation's leading nutrition education programs for low-income families, working in local communities to pair volunteer chefs, nutritionists, and financial advisors low-income class participants. Operation Frontline partners with agencies to teach six-week courses that help people facing hunger, poor nutrition, and obesity to select, purchase, and prepare healthy meals for themselves and their families. Operation Frontline seeks an undergraduate intern to work in their national headquarters in Washington DC.

Operation Frontline interns primarily assist with the evaluation system and fulfilling administrative duties. Evaluation is vital to show the program's impact and attract funding. Interns support the work of Operation Frontline staff in the national program evaluation, from processing of Operation Frontline class surveys to creating published reports. You may be required to fulfill additional duties, depending upon personal interest and ability with an opportunity for a specialized project, to be customized to the intern's professional goals and past experience.

The person we're looking for is flexible, detail oriented, independent, organized, able to learn new computer systems quickly, and interested in Share Our Strength's efforts to end childhood hunger. Data management and/or statistical experience are preferred but not required. We're looking for a minimum commitment of 30 hours per week but would give preference to candidates who commit to more hours per week. Desk space and a computer will be provided. A modest stipend is available depending on experience and hours worked.

If you're interested in applying for this position, please email your resume and a cover letter telling us how your skills fit this position to Meghan Johnson.

Communications Intern

Updated February 16, 2010

Position Summary

Share Our Strength, the nation's leading organization working to end childhood hunger in America, seeks a communications department intern whose primary responsibility is to support the department's media relations and communications functions.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct media outreach to local and national outlets in support of special events and fundraising efforts.
  • Create and/or update national and local media lists as needed for outreach efforts.
  • Maintain department press kits, general information kits and originals.
  • Track and maintain press clips.
  • Assist with logistics for Share Our Strength's national conference .
  • Assisting in writing and editing projects as needed, including writing talking points, articles for publications, press releases, fact sheets, etc.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Contacts

Works with Share Our Strength staff from all departments.

Working Conditions

Works in the Share Our Strength national office. Schedule is flexible.

Qualifications

  • College sophomore, junior, senior or graduate.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Good writing, editing, research and oral communication skills.
  • Interest and background in communications, media relations, writing a plus.

Compensation

Interns will be paid $450 per month for the semester or receive college credit.

To Apply

No phone calls please. E-mail resume and cover letter to ldcoleman@strength.org. Please reference "Communications Intern" in the subject of the e-mail.

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