Submitted by: Carmela Lim, CLP ‘06

The International Examiner
The Journal of the Northwest Asian Pacific Communities

Job title: Development Coordinator
Reports to: Editor in Chief
Number of hours: Part-time, 20 hours a week, full-time possibility
Pay rate: Negotiable

The Development Coordinator is responsible for increasing the capacity of the International Examiner through funding and raising the visibility of the publication through PR events.

The Development Coordinator’s duties include researching, applying for, and following up on grants; managing and coordinating fundraising events (our annual InspirAsian Fashion Show is in May, the Community Voice Awards in the Fall); and strategize ways to increase and strengthen the visibility and circulation of the paper throughout the greater Seattle region and Pacific Northwest.

The vision is to expand the publication across the Pacific Northwest and transform the IE into not only a newspaper publication, but an institution that mentors youths and organizes communities, but to do so, requires a team effort and funding from many avenues.

The IE prefers an applicant who has experience writing grants, coordinating events (especially fundraisers), has community relationships, impeccable writing skills, and is a creative thinker.

This position is part-time to begin, but has potential to grow into a full-time position, if the applicant is successful in securing funds for the IE.

A cover letter, resume, and writing samples can be send directly to Diem Ly at editor@iexaminer.org.

Washington Management Service – Refugee & Immigrant Assistance Administrator

Location: Olympia, Washington
Annual Salary: WMS Band 3; $65,009 – $76,487 depending on education and experience
Posting Date: July 2, 2009
Closing Date: July 10, 2009

The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is seeking an experienced and committed professional to join the Economic Services Administration’s (ESA) Community Services Division as the Administrator of Refugee and Immigrant Assistance (RIA).

Agency Profile
The mission of the Department of Social and Health Services is to improve the quality of life for individuals and families in need. The Department helps people achieve safe, self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives. In accomplishing this mission, the Department offers comprehensive and coordinated social, health and financial services that meet the unique needs and strengths of individuals and families.

The Department of Social and Health Services strives to create a working environment that encourages creative leadership and teamwork, and respects cultural and ethnic diversity.

The Economic Services Administration (ESA) within the Department of Social and Health Services represents more than 4,200 employees in six divisions working together with the single mission of improving the lives of low-income residents in Washington State. ESA provides cash grants, food assistance, child care and work-focused services that help individuals and families meet their basic needs and achieve economic independence. ESA also ensures that parents provide financial and medical support to their children. More than one out of ten state residents receive assistance through these programs.

Scope
The RIA Administrator provides leadership and direction in the administration and provision of economic, employment and social services that facilitate and promote economic self-sufficiency and social self-reliance for refugees and immigrants in Washington State.

The position works closely and collaboratively with the State Refugee and Immigrant Coordinator to ensure refugee and immigrant populations in Washington State receive the scope and level of services and supports they need to effectively resettle and become economically self-sufficient.

The RIA Administrator directs the work of eight Refugee and Immigrant Assistance (RIA) staff, and is responsible for planning, budget and policy development, service coordination, and performance monitoring and reporting for programs and services that assist refugees and immigrants of all nationalities in Washington State. These programs and services include Refugee Cash Assistance, Unaccompanied Refugee Minor, Refugee Social Services, Immigrant Naturalization Facilitation, and the Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Pathway.

The position directs and oversees state refugee resettlement program activities and the development and monitoring of contracts with local service providers, voluntary resettlement agencies, community action agencies, and other state agencies for the provision of linguistically and culturally competent employment and social services.

The position manages and oversees an annual program budget of $11.3 million. In collaboration with the State Refugee and Immigrant Coordinator, the position seeks public and private resources and funding opportunities to enhance services for refugees and immigrants.

Desirable Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree and four years of progressively responsible professional experience in planning, policy development, and management of publicly funded programs and services.
The person in this position should have excellent communication skills and extensive experience working collaboratively with community-based organizations, local communities, and federal, state and local government agencies to ensure the provision of effective culturally and linguistically appropriate services to refugees and immigrants.

An individual with a personal or professional recent refugee or immigrant background is desirable.

The successful candidate should be a strong administrator with the following abilities and knowledge:

• Extensive experience working with refugees and immigrants.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the unique needs and issues facing people who enter the U.S. as a refugee or immigrant,
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing refugee and immigrant assistance programs and funding.
• Ability to lead and direct the work of a unit with field operations and contract management responsibilities to ensure quality services and positive employment and resettlement outcomes for refugees and immigrants.
• Knowledge of state legislative and budget building processes.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and make decisions having a long-term statewide impact.
• Proven track record in fostering teamwork and collaboration across organizational boundaries.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with peers, elected officials, stakeholders, and the public.
• Ability present information to community groups and large audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to perform with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork.
• Ability to use data and research effectively and strategically to assess service needs and evaluate service/program effectiveness and client outcomes.
• Ability to develop staff and help individuals reach their highest potential.
• Proven track record in enhancing services to refugees and immigrants by soliciting input from stakeholders and evaluating, recommending and implementing effective service delivery strategies and services.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the State Refugee and Immigrant Coordinator to ensure seamless, quality services.

Application Process
To apply for this position, please submit the following:

• A letter of interest addressing the desirable qualifications listed in this recruitment announcement
• Current resume
• Three professional references

An optional Applicant Profile Data Form can be found at
http://www.dop.wa.gov/SiteCollectionDocuments/Forms%20and%20Publications/DOP%20Forms/ApplicantProfileDataForm.doc

Please e-mail the completed application package to Marquita Price at PriceMJ@dshs.wa.gov
or mail it to:

Marquita Price
Economic Services Administration
712 Pear St. SE
Box 45857
Olympia, WA 98504

Washington State is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternate format may call 360-725-4626 or TTY 711.

Social Ventures Partner (SVP) Seattle – Brainerd Fellowship

SVP is a network of accomplished individuals who combine financial contributions and professional skills with a passion for philanthropy. Leveraging our collective expertise and resources, we partner with and strengthen promising nonprofits for maximum community impact.

The SVP model is built around:

• Engaged Philanthropy - Opportunities for SVP Partners to make hands-on contributions to the community by volunteering strategically with the local SVP and the nonprofits it funds
• Pooled Resources – Donations from Partners are pooled to fund multi-year grants and leverage their impact on the community
• Donor Education – Opportunities for philanthropists to learn through workshops, serving on grant committees and internal working groups, and experiential learning from direct engagement with nonprofits
• Capacity Building – SVP provides nonprofits with funding and pro bono consulting to strengthen their organizational capacity

Our 240 members (referred to as “Partners”) each contribute $6,000 annually to fund local children’s, education and environment nonprofit organizations and support our philanthropy development mission. We aim to inspire and educate individuals to give more, give strategically and engage in their communities. For more information, visit www.svpseattle.org.

Why a Fellowship?

To ensure a strong, healthy network of people, SVP continually strives to increase the diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and cultures represented in the organization. In this spirit, SVP invites interested individuals in King County to apply for a two-year “Brainerd Fellowship.” We wish to attract people that couldn’t otherwise make the required financial commitment and that will add value to and find personal reward from SVP’s work. Past fellows have added a great deal to the
work of SVP, particularly serving on grant committees where they brought perspective and insight that would otherwise have been lacking.

This two-year Fellowship is intended to widen and strengthen the circle of partners involved in SVP. This fellowship is named in honor of SVP’s co-founder, Paul Brainerd, and reflects his spirit and ethos. The fellowships are funded by current Partners, and cover the annual $6,000 partner contribution.

Why Would I Want to Be a Fellow?

Fellows participate in as many SVP activities as they wish. We estimate the time commitment to be 4 to 8 hours a month (some more than others), depending on the interests of the Fellow. Opportunities include the following:

Serving on a grant committee
This is a six-month process with a group of 12-14 Partners.Committees this year will make grants in the areas of K-12 Education and Out of School Time Programs. Committee members gain an understanding about the nonprofit sector, insight into issue areas, the local nonprofit landscape, how to evaluate grant proposals and nonprofits, and how to make group funding decisions.

Serving on an internal working group
SVP relies on volunteer working groups to help get our work done. These working groups include Partner Recruiting, Partner Engagement, and Diversity & Cultural Competency. Fellows are invited to participate in any of these groups. Fellows will also be invited to attend a few Board meetings if they wish.

Volunteer Consulting
SVP annually provides over 1500 hours of volunteer consulting hours to our investees (grantees) in the following areas:
• Strategy and planning
• Legal counsel
• Management consulting
• Marketing, PR, communications
• Human resources
• Leadership development
• Information technology
• Mentoring and tutoring
• Financial management

Fellows are invited to participate in consulting projects of interest.

Workshops and Seminars
Fellows are welcome to attend any of the 20 plus workshops and seminars SVP offers each year that address the following topics:

• Financial planning and giving vehicles
• Community issues
• Grantmaking
• Volunteering
• Diversity and Cultural Competency
• Values, motivations and integration in philanthropy
• Nonprofit sector

How Do I Apply?

SVP will award two Fellowships. We encourage people of all backgrounds that meet the following criteria to apply:

• You have an historical or emerging desire to make a significant contribution to your community. You see yourself continuing and growing that commitment in the years ahead.
• You are someone that will add diverse perspectives and experiences to the partnership.
• You would not otherwise have the financial means to make the annual $6,000 contribution and participate in SVP.
• You are at least 21 years of age.

To apply, please submit a resume and answers to the following questions. Please limit your responses to the questions to two pages.

• Why do you want to be a part of SVP? What do you hope to learn from the experience?
• What will you bring to SVP? What will other partners learn from you?
• What are your core values and the values of those groups of which you are a part?
• What volunteer, community and civic engagement experience have you had? What have you learned from it?

The deadline for application is July 31, 2009. If you are a finalist, you will likely be asked for references as well. An internal committee will review all applications, interview finalists, and notify the two Fellows of their acceptance by August 21, 2009. Fellows will be asked to submit a final (two page) report on their experience and recommendations at the end of their two-year fellowship. If you have any questions, please email info@svpseattle.org.

Email applications to info@svpseattle.org or mail to SVP Seattle, 1601 2nd Ave Ste 615, Seattle, WA 98101.

Thank you!

Executive Director
Washington State Commission on Asian-Pacific American Affairs

Recruitment Closes July 10, 2009

The Governor’s Office is searching for an Executive Director for the Washington State Commission on Asian-Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA). The CAPAA examines issues pertaining to the rights and needs of Asian-Pacific Americans and advises the Governor and state agencies on policies, plans and programs relating to the special needs of Asian-Pacific Americans.

Agency Overview
The CAPAA was established by the state legislature in 1974. Since then, the Commission has executed its legislative mandate by facilitating mutual understanding of public policies and community issues between state government and Asian-Pacific Americans in the state of Washington.

The Position
The Executive Director is appointed by the Governor and reports to a 12-member commission also appointed by the Governor.
The Executive Director administers the operation of the agency, implements the program goals set by the Commission, generates informed public policy analysis for the Governor and state agencies, and conducts community outreach.

Specific Responsibilities
Develop and oversee internal office operations and policies;

Administer the biennial budget;

Review, research, and evaluate a diverse range of issues and services of state government to identify impact on the Asian-Pacific American community;

Advise the Governor’s Office and state government agencies on the development and implementation of comprehensive and coordinated policies, plans, and programs focusing on the special needs of the APA community;

Establish and maintain relationships with private industry and local and state government to promote equal opportunity for Asian Pacific Islanders;

Monitor and assess a variety of proposed federal and state legislation for impacts on the APA community. This includes making recommendations, negotiating, and testifying in public hearings;

Conduct public information programs to heighten awareness and understanding of the various APA groups;

Represent CAPAA at Small Agency Cabinet meetings; and

Supervise one staff member.

Desirable Qualifications
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Washington State Asian-Pacific American community.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong analytical abilities.

Superior judgment.

Significant public policy and/or legislative relations experience.

Executive-level administrative and fiscal management experience.

Bachelor’s degree.

Compensation
The current annual compensation range for this position is $79,464, depending on qualifications, and it is exempt from civil service law. Additional compensation in the form of benefits includes family medical and dental coverage, life insurance, and retirement. Optional disability insurance and a deferred compensation plan are also available.

Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and a list of five or more personal and professional references by July 10, 2009 to: Office of the Governor, PO Box 40002, Olympia, WA 98504-0002, ATTN: Geri Nelson, or email to geri.nelson@gov.wa.gov. The state of Washington actively supports diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Upcoming training opportunities from United Way of King County.

For cost and descriptions of each of our workshops, please bookmark our training calendar or call 206.461.5014. Registration form (PDF)

• The Leadership of Letting Go: ED Succession Planning*
Trainer: Amanda Madorno
September 17
• Your Strategic Plan: Compass, Map & Fuel for the Journey*
Trainers: Angela Powell & Jill Sheldon
September 22
• Boards and Fundraising: What Every Board Member Needs to Know*
Trainers: Ruby Love & Adrienne Caver Hall
October 22
• Advanced Board Leadership
In partnership with ArtsFund, Social Venture Partners & The UW Nancy Bell Evans Center on Nonprofits & Philanthropy
Trainers: Amanda Madorno & Laura Pierce
October 29 & November 19
• Board Roles and Responsibilities*
Trainer: Cory Sbarbaro
November 12
• Board Recruitment*
Trainer: Laura Pierce
December 1
• It’s Your Turn: The Role of the Board Chair*
Trainer Amanda Madorno
December 8
* Indicates our partnership series intended for executive directors to attend with their board chair or other board members. It is ok to attend without a partner as well.

Other training opportunities in the Community
Our extensive listing of nonprofit management training opportunities provided by other organizations always on our website. These are opportunities provided by other organizations.

• Budget Planning and Development, June 30
• Intellectual Property and Website Issues for Nonprofit Leaders, July 16
• Facilitate to Make a Difference, July 16

More training opportunities…

Please contact the organization listed on calendar for date, cost and other details on these sessions.