Micro-Enterprise Job Opening: Rising Tide Capital

March 25, 2009 No Comments

Organization Background:

Rising Tide Capital (www.RisingTideCapital.org) is seeking a talented individual with an interest in micro-enterprise and community development to join its team of professionals to make a difference in the world and to participate in the growth of an innovative, dynamic non-profit organization.

Based in Jersey City, NJ and located on Martin Luther King Drive, Rising Tide Capital is committed to the economic empowerment of individuals and communities through entrepreneurship. Our mission is to assist low-wealth individuals and communities to build strong businesses that transform lives, strengthen families, and create sustainable communities. Through business education, consulting, technical assistance, and partnerships with local micro-lenders, Rising Tide Capital harnesses the entrepreneurial energy that exists in distressed urban communities and uses it to create jobs and economic opportunity for traditionally underserved populations.

Overview:

After five years of operations and growth, Rising Tide Capital needs to expand its team and is looking for a Program Assistant to work closely with Program Directors and Executive Staff in the development and management of a program model that is efficient, effective, sustainable, scalable, and replicable.

The Program Assistant is responsible for assisting with the development and management of logistical aspects of program services delivery to Rising Tide Capital clients. The position involves working closely with program and executive staff to plan and assist with program services & events, perform community outreach, manage program enrollment, and assist in outcome measurement and reporting. The position requires a highly organized, detail-oriented person with strong project management and verbal communication skills. A working familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) is strongly desired.

While the Program Assistant’s responsibilities do include the traditional aspects of administrative assistant positions (answering phones, etc), the Program Assistant will also be engaged in program activities, community outreach, program evaluation, engaging with clients and volunteers, organizing & attending events, and areas relating to his or her particular expertise or interests. As the 6^th member of the RTC team, the Program Assistant will enjoy a small, flexible, entrepreneurial culture that seeks to develop the skills and interests of its team members and create avenues for growth and engagement.

Responsibilities:

The Program Assistant will participate in and support the following core functions:

• Community outreach and program marketing efforts
• Internal program marketing efforts to previous graduates
• Program events such as seminars, orientations, and graduations
• Program enrollment, attendance, and statistical information
• Client contact database management
• Outcome measurement and reporting
• Office administration & management
• Special projects as directed by executive staff

Position Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree required
• Strong computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Strong verbal skills
• Must be highly organized and detail-oriented
• Must be a self-motivated, extroverted, team player
• Bi-Lingual (English & Spanish) desired
• Previous experience in non-profit management desired

To Apply:

Please send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements by email to Jobs@RisingTideCapital.org. (No phone calls please.)

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