Associate Director, TakingITGlobal (Deadline to apply: 9/21/09)

Are you a self-starter?
Have you been involved in addressing global issues?
Do you have experience leading teams and managing projects?
Do you believe in the power of young people to change the world?

If you answered these questions positively, this job opportunity may just be for you!

TakingITGlobal is looking for an Associate Director for its New York City office. We are looking for an innovative person with a deep commitment to helping young people unleash their potential to change the world. The main responsibilities include:

Management / Leadership
We need someone to recruit and oversee an amazing group of interns, motivate them to achieve success. The right person will be able to attract top talent and be a source of inspiration to our interns, consultants and membership-at-large. The role will involve both developing a New York based team as well as liaising with our Toronto office and international team of online volunteers, mentors and advisors.

Fundraising
We need someone who can help articulate our vision and pitch our programs in a way that captivates the interest of potential supporters. We are looking for someone with strong proposal and report writing skills with a natural ability to network and cultivate key relationships. The selected candidate is expected to play a key role in raising funds for TakingITGlobal’s work internationally, with an emphasis on outreach in the United States.

Programmatic Momentum
Our New York office focuses on our efforts to reach organized youth (youth organizations, coalitions focused on specific issues, activists, collectives, etc) and connect them to a global movement with strong roots in the United Nations system. The ideal candidate has a passion for tackling global issues combined with an understanding of youth organizing and commitment to cultivate our existing network of youth organizations (this is called the Global Youth Action Network).

Operational/Administrative
Yes, there is always a tedious part to running a non-profit organization. This involves maintaining payroll, paying taxes, coordinating an annual audit, liaising with our health insurance company, maintaining office space, manage contracts and prepare for board meetings. This “busy work” will not distract the right person from achieving success. The right person will showcase previous work experience or the right instincts for balancing this type of work and continue to show results.

While the scope of this position is demanding, we believe it is well suited for someone who is entrepreneurial and committed to addressing global social issues.
The Associate Director will report to TakingITGlobal’s Executive Director, based in Toronto, Canada, and will be able to draw upon a core group of 3-4 advisors for support.

Other desired qualifications:
- Demonstrated leadership and project management experience
- Knowledge of organizational and financial administration
- Experience working with in youth-focused organizations
- Experience working in virtual teams and in cross-cultural environments, especially in developing countries
- Fluency in English along with French and/or Spanish
- Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
- Understanding of online social networking tools and technologies
- University degree in non-profit management, international relations, marketing, communications or similar fields.

The position has a 6-month trial period with a possible extension based on fundraising results. Salary is $30,000 - 33,000 a year (pro-rated) and health insurance is included. Only those currently authorized to work in the US will be considered.

Please apply by sending your CV and resume by September 21, 2009 to jobs@takingitglobal.org .

About TakingITGlobal
TakingITGlobal envisions youth everywhere actively engaged and connected in shaping a more inclusive, peaceful and sustainable world. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, this international charitable organization enhances youth participation in global social movements through a vibrant collaborative online community: TIGweb.org. Young people in every country are harnessing the Internet to become inspired, informed and involved in global opportunities and cross-cultural connections. Along with global partners that include UN agencies, youth organizations and private companies, TakingITGlobal builds the capacity of youth and strengthens collaboration networks through a series of innovative programs and projects.

For more information check: www.takingitglobal.org and www.youthlink.org