Responsibilities:
Specific program management responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Planning and implementing creative, well-organized, and high-quality programs that capitalize on the time and talents of teams of volunteers;
• Creating, managing, and implementing curricula for projects;
• Developing and maintaining strong, collaborative partnerships with New York Cares Project Partner agencies (transitional housing facilities, community based organizations, schools, and city agencies);
• Conducting regular site visits to partner agencies and volunteer projects;
• Recruiting, supporting, and training volunteer project Team Leaders and developing and conducting volunteer trainings;
• Identifying and coordinating project support resources;
• Keeping accurate database records on all service programs; generating and monitoring programmatic data.
• Evaluating programs;
• Writing detailed descriptions of programs for volunteer outreach publications and funding proposals;
• Assisting, as necessary, with organization-wide initiatives including Annual Events and volunteer orientations.

Additionally, New York Cares volunteer projects, trainings, and events take place before and after work and on weekend, requiring the Program Manager to work several evenings per month and multiple weekend days a year.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with relevant professional experience, including program development/ management.
• Commitment to doing indirect service for volunteers to implement.
• Creativity in approaching program planning.
• Strong organizational skills; able to manage many projects simultaneously and determine priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and interest in working with people. Ability to communicate effectively and problem solve with agency contacts, volunteers, corporate contacts and staff.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with computers (Mac OS and database experience a plus).
• Volunteer experience, plus a commitment to volunteerism and to corporate social responsibility.

Salary:
Mid to upper 30s depending on experience

To Apply:
To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to New York Cares, attn: Meghan Moloney
By e-mail: Meghan_Moloney@nycares.org
By mail: 214 West 29th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10001
By fax: 212-228-6414

Essential duties and Responsibilities

• Work with existing templates for newsletters, reports, stationary, fliers, ads, day of event materials, one-sheet communications to make updates and edits
• Apply the organization's brand and style guides consistently across all materials
• Update HTML code for website and online materials such as eNewsletters
• Assist in online social networking and marketing initiatives

Knowledge/Skills

• Working knowledge of Quark Express, Illustrator, and Photoshop on a Mac platform
• Experience with Dreamweaver or equivalent program with basic HTML skills. Knowledge of PHP, CSS, and Javascript helpful, but not necessary

Qualifications:

• Ideally candidates will have an interest in both print and web, but those whose studies focus only in one area are encouraged to apply
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills with an eye for detail
• Candidates must have completed their freshman year of college

Salary/Program Hours:
Unpaid internship
10-20 hours per week

To Apply:
To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to New York Cares by e-mail to Crystal Worrell at crystal_worrell@nycares.org

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Corporate Service Officer and the Foundation & Government Relations Officer, the Corporate & Foundation Relations Intern provides broad-based support to the Corporate Relations Department during corporate service projects. S/He will staff approximately 3-4 customized corporate service projects each month and support New York Cares staff on-site to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the project. The Intern's on-site responsibilities may include: leading sub-projects, coordinating supply distribution, coordinating lunch and transportation logistics, wrangling VIPs and press, and managing small and large groups of volunteers.

The Intern will also assist the Foundation & Government Relations Officer and the Corporate Relations Assistant on various research and administrative tasks, including: researching foundation and government prospects; compiling attachments for proposals, interim & final reports, and drafting acknowledgment letters; data entry; maintaining departmental supplies and materials; invoicing companies for project-related costs; preparing volunteer training manuals; and responding, in writing and by telephone, to program related questions.

Qualifications:

• Experience in non-profit organizations, event planning, or volunteer management
• Superior verbal and interpersonal communications skills
• Broad-based computer skills
• Superior research skills
• Excellent organizational and project management skills and attention to detail
• Excellent public speaking and crowd management skills
• Ability to juggle concurrent multiple assignments and prioritize accordingly
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to remain flexible in potentially unpredictable situations
• Maintains a good sense of humor
• Professional demeanor, both in person and on the telephone

We are looking for an intern who can commit to a regular schedule of approximately 15-20 hours a week. However, we are willing to work with vacation schedules. This position is unpaid, but New York Cares would be happy to reimburse for transportation.

To Apply:
To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to New York Cares, Attn: Dennis Tseng
By mail: 214 West 29th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10001
By fax: 212-228-6414
By e-mail: Dennis_Tseng@nycares.org

Objective:
Assist in ensuring smooth flow of administrative and facility operations

Responsibilities:

• Administrative: Assist staff with administrative functions as needed. Assist with Board of Directors' correspondence and meeting calendar. Update Board info in database. Provide backup for telephone switchboard from 1:00pm - 2:00pm daily.
• Financial: Prepare daily bank deposits and mail outgoing checks. Assist in inputting accounts payable/accounts receivable and other financial tasks.
• Equipment: Ensure office equipment, including fax and copier, postage machine, alarm system, air conditioning, etc. are working properly and necessary supplies (i.e. paper and toner) are available. Liaise w/ service providers for equipment repair. Update phone extensions & contact service providers to repair phones, lines, extensions or the voicemail system.
• Mail Services: Process and stamp all outgoing mail on a daily basis & add postage to meter.
• HR: Assist in orienting new staff including providing overview of office environment and equipment usage. Distribute and collect office keys & maintain key inventory.
• Purchasing: Order office supplies & ensure received order is correct. Stock supply closet and maintain it in an orderly fashion. Stock bathroom and kitchen supplies. Retrieve meeting supplies and set-up space for staff functions.
• Other: Prepare checks for mailing and deposit. Send email reminders for evaluations/birthdays. Liaise with building maintenance and outside vendors for necessary repairs. Enter Volunteer Information Forms into database.

In addition, the Office Coordinator will be involved on an as-needed basis in organization-wide initiatives such as Annual Events, Special Events, Corporate Services Projects and new volunteer orientations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills with an acute eye for detail
• Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member
• Superior interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Professional demeanor, both in person and on the telephone
• Flexibility and the ability to manage many projects simultaneously
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, and database experience)
• Commitment to volunteerism

Salary:
Low 30's, commensurate with experience

To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to New York Cares, attn: Human Resources, by mail: 214 West 29th Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10001; by e-mail: hr@nycares.org; or by fax: 212-228-6414.