JOB POST: USICD Education and Outreach Program Manager, Washington DC, USA
Education and Outreach Program Manager (New!)
Job Summary
The United States International Council on Disabilities (USICD) is looking for a part-time Education and Outreach Program Manager in Washington DC. USICD’s mission is to catalyze and help focus the energy, expertise and resources of the US disability community and the US government to optimize their impact on improving the lives of and circumstances of people with disabilities worldwide and to be an active member of the global disability rights movement. This position offers a unique opportunity to join a groundbreaking organization supporting the rights of people with disabilities in the US and abroad.
As a member of a small team and working with the Executive Director, board members, and other volunteers, the Education and Outreach Program Manager will guide the development and implementation of a national awareness campaign that will include print and electronic outreach materials, constituent volunteer training, and general campaign coordination tasks.
Responsibilities include: communication about the rights and experiences of people with disabilities, training program organization, volunteer coordination, program evaluation, and deadline adherence.
Qualifications Summary
USICD seeks a dynamic, energetic leader with global perspective and experience in developing outreach and education programs. Excellence in writing, delivering presentations, and multiple media formats, including web publishing. Experience in training and managing volunteers, including volunteers with diverse abilities and talents. Ability to work collaboratively and to take direction. Commitment to the advancement of people with disabilities and knowledge of disability cultures in both the United States and internationally.
Bachelor’s degree required, graduate degree in related field a plus. First-hand experience with disability preferred.
Applicants
Applicants should provide a cover letter, a resume, a writing sample and three references. Electronic submissions by email are preferred.
Deadline
The position will remain open for applications until the position is filled.
Contact
Please send responses or inquiries to David Morrissey, Executive Director, at dmorrissey@usicd.org
The above job post is cross-posted from the USICD “opportunities” page.
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Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )JOB POST: Communications Officer, Handicap International, USA
Communications Officer – Washington DC – Metropolitan Region
Handicap International (HI) is an international NGO with eight international offices that collectively support programs for people living in disabling situations in some 60 post-conflict or low income countries. The U.S. office, incorporated in 2006, now seeks to establish a Communications Officer tasked with raising HI’s profile in the U.S. in support of HI’s ongoing fundraising and advocacy work. The Officer will stay abreast of HI’s international program work and will be able to develop myriad creative channels for communicating the impact of this work to potential donors and the general public. Overall responsibilities will include press relations, planning and implementing outreach and advocacy events, overseeing HI’s web site and ensuring that web content supports and enhances HI’s fund raising activities. Fluency in French highly desired. Willingness to travel essential. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Salary: $30-$35,000+ commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits.
Deadline to apply: September 30, 2008.
Full job description available at www.handicap-international.us.
Download the full job description (terms of reference) in PDF format at:
Send resume/CV, cover letter and salary history as email attachments to Ed Kenny at recruitment@handicap-international.us.
Thank you to Ed Kenny for alerting me to this job opening. The text for this blog post is taken directly from the job announcement at Handicap International’s website.
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TRAINING: International Deaf Youth Leadership Camp
Asia-Pacific Deaf Youth Leadership Camp will be held in Jakarta, Indonesia from 22nd – 27th June 2008 and run by the Indonesian Association for the welfare of the Deaf Youth.
[Edited March 6 ’08: This announcement originally indicated that this was called the World Federation of the Deaf Youth Leadership Camp. However, it has been brought to my attention that this is not officially designated as a WFD camp, though WFD is aware of it. Rather, it seems to be primarily for the Asian-Pacific region. Interested individuals should contact Donny to inquire for further detail and clarification. Further corrections or clarifications will be made to this post if and when I receive them. Apologies for any inconvenience.]
The theme of the camp is “WE ARE ONE”.
The youth camp is aimed at identifying ways to advocate for Deaf people’s human rights and will involve training in leadership and organizational activities; stimulate networking so that Deaf people interchange rewarding experiences, access to communication and information. The camp will also provide an opportunity to Deaf youths around the world to participate in a gathering at international level and to gain experiences and exposure. For more information about this camp, kindly contact Donny in Indonesia on e-mail: info_4thapdyc2008@yahoo.com.
Because the host country is still developing, it is very hard to offer financial support.
Registration ends on 15th April 2008.
Delegates from the Asia Pacific region pay a registration fee of 250 US Dollars while those from other countries pay a total of 300 US dolars. The registration fee includes meals and accomodation. The delegates are expected to meet their flight costs (air tickets) to and from Indonesia. The age limit is 17 – 35 years. Email Donny for further information.
We Can Do first learned about this leadership camp through the free Disabled People International’s email newsletter.
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