The Improving Mentor Practices and Communication Techniques (IMPACT) Coalition is a mentoring and educational development organization that expands opportunities for urban students, schools and organizational partners by providing debate training, literacy assistance, curricula, and mentoring services to develop informed, concerned citizens. IMPACT advocates debate as a key to success in building healthier communities and tomorrow's leaders. Programs are divided into two initiatives: Debate in the Schools and Debate in the Community. Visit our website at www.impactcoalition.org for more information.
JOB OPENINGS
The IMPACT Coalition is seeking multiple individuals to join our team on a full or part-time basis to facilitate our array of programs and services. IMPACT facilitates large-scale programs such as the New York Urban Debate League, the Bella Abzug Leadership Institute, and the JPMorgan Chase Lincoln Douglas Debates along with community programs directed at nonprofit organizations, corporations, prisons, unions and after-school centers. IMPACT also serves as host to the Associated Leaders of Urban Debate (ALOUD) who partners with debate communities nationwide in twenty cities. Responsibilities will include teacher training, tournament coordination, fund development, event planning, parent communication, institute planning, media relations, website management, curriculum development, marketing, promotion, school outreach and recruitment, assessment and evaluation.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates should have completed their college education, be computer literate, possess a minimum of two years of competitive policy debate experience at the high school and/or college level, demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills, be able to function in a team environment, and have a sincere interest in youth development. Previous experience with urban debate communities, handling large scale travel administration, organizing special events or fundraising is a plus. Knowledge of relevant computer programs (e.g. Microsoft Access, Goldmine, web and DVD publishing software, and Constant Contact) is also a plus. All positions except VISTAs are for a MINIMUM of two years. Salary is commensurate with experience.
TO APPLY
Start date: Flexible. July 31st or earlier is preferred. DO NOT SEND MATERIALS TO THIS ACCT. No phone calls, please. E-mail cover letter, salary history, writing sample and résumé, to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with the subject line attn: Join the IMPACT Team.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
The IMPACT Coalition has an extensive benefits plan including:
· 403b retirement plan
· pre-tax Transitchek
· full health care and dental plan
· Vision Plan
· Supplemental Life Insurance
· 3 weeks vacation
· Voting Time Off
Plus this constructed array of professional development options:
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Employees can choose any combination of options without exceeding $500:
Relocation Compensation--$300 towards moving costs or locating an apartment
Sports Package--one free ticket to Yankees or Mets game, one free ticket to Knicks game
Culture Package--up to $150 in memberships to museums
Homesick Allowance--up to $300 travel credit to visit your hometown or a loved one
Health Club Credit--up to $500 towards membership in the health club of your choice
Technology Allowance--up to $500 towards the purchase of a PDA, Blackberry or cell phone (or payment for regional calling plan up to $40/month)
Professional Development--up to $500 towards books, conferences, workshops, seminars
SUCCESS PROFILE
Five factors mark the ideal IMPACT team member: quintessentially organized, ability to multi-task, logical, speedy and imbued with the ability to get done whatever needs to be done. Team members should relate well to students and teachers and have the presence to talk to donors, activists and/or parents. Some tasks require detail-oriented individuals while others require charisma and the ability to motivate and inspire. We will assemble a team with a mix of talents and then place them in positions to maximize their chances of success.
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