This summer, America's leading environmental organizations are hiring people to work on urgent campaigns. These jobs are fighting for issues you care about and that are important to America. To make progress, we need to get back to the basics of social change. We need to go out and talk to concerned citizens one-on-one, building grassroots support, educating the public and making sure that their voices are heard. Build support to protect our national parks and waterways with Environment America. Mobilize activists for equal rights in support of the Human Rights Campaign. Fight to take down big agribusiness and stop childhood obesity with U.S. PIRG. Get paid to make a difference, fight big corporate interests, build your resume, and work outside!  • Earn $4,000-$6,000 this summer. • Hourly wage: $9-$14/hour. To apply for a job, visit our website or call (312)-559-4700. Ask for Chris. Apply now at www.JobsForGoodCauses.org. The Fund for the Public Interest has been working for over 25 years with organizations such as U.S. PIRG, Environment America, the Human Rights Campaign and Environmental Action to win concrete victories for the public interest. We are the nation's premier nonprofit for raising money, building membership and winning grassroots campaigns. You can help. We are also hiring college graduates to run our campaign offices across the country. Competitive salary and benefits are available. For more information visit, www.FundJobs.org. OR CALL US AT 312-559-4700 AND ASK FOR CHRIS The Fund for the Public Interest is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, handicap, pregnancy, sexual orientation or veteran status. Keywords: grassroots, campaign, canvass, social change, activism, citizen outreach, environment, consumer, public interest, gay lesbian bisexual transgender rights, lgbt rights, summer job, nonprofit.

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• Compensation: $9-$14 dollars per hour
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Rotary International is currently seeking an energetic, experienced Foundation Grants, Division Manager.

Founded in Chicago in 1905, Rotary International is the oldest and one of the largest international non-profit humanitarian service organizations in the world. Our club members are business and professional leaders who volunteer in their communities, and promote world understanding and peace. With 33,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas, the clubs address such issues as poverty, health, hunger, education and the environment on a global scale.

At Rotary International, we are committed to developing our employees. A career is more than a job. It's about skills training, competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and job satisfaction. At Rotary International, we offer all of this and more. Because we want to help you enjoy your work. . .and your life.

The Rotary Foundation Grants Division Manager will be responsible for operation, promotion, implementation and evaluation of all Rotary Foundation grant types and programs including: District Grants, Global Grants, Packaged Grants, Disaster Relief and Recovery Funds as well as the Rotary Peace Centers Program. The Rotary Foundation Grants Division Manager is also responsible for maximizing operational efficiency while ensuring outstanding customer service to Rotarians, donors, program participants and corporate partners. The Rotary Foundation Grants Division Manager will oversee a team of managers responsible for supervising approximately a total of 40 to 60 employees.

The ideal candidate will possess a BA or BS with substantial international experience. He/She will have excellent interpersonal skills with proven effective interaction with senior leaders and decision makers; excellent written and oral communication skills; excellent analytical skills; understanding of humanitarian issues to include: disease prevention and treatment, maternal and child health, water and sanitation, basic education and literacy, peace and conflict prevention and resolution and economic and community development; familiarity with issues related to international banking and finance; the ability to balance multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately; administrative and problem-solving skills; advanced performance management skills to include coaching, mentoring, evaluating and succession planning; familiarity with organizational development and change management; excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office and various databases). Proficiency with a second language preferred.

In addition he/she must have a minimum of five years of experience with the administration of an international private voluntary organization, including extensive work experience in grant administration for international social/economic development; a minimum of five years of management experience with the ability to build and motivate a team of professionals; a minimum of three years of experience conducting program evaluations and gathering data for key performance indicators and experience directly related to the administration of international humanitarian and educational programs is highly preferred.

For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter including salary requirements to Rotary International's career site at http://newton.newtonsoftware.com/career/CareerHome.action?clientId=8a42a12b3538c68501353a3b0cad2928

Rotary International offers a very comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Rotary International is an equal opportunity employer.

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Fight the Right Wing Agenda!

A small group of conservative extremists are dominating and polarizing the national political dialogue . They are highly organized and well funded, decrying the false threats of voter fraud, accessible healthcare and environmental restrictions. They are working against our country best interests to advance a narrow ideology that benefits the few.

We may be at a disadvantage, but we can still win with the power of numbers.

Grassroots Campaigns is hiring Assistant Directors to run campaigns all across the United States to fight for the progressive movement. Every campaign needs a strong leader who is dedicated and able to build and motivate a team to make an impact.

You will work to manage one of our campaign offices, to build community support, educate the public and recruit new members for a leading non-profit partner organization.

In this position, you will take on leadership and responsibility,while learning how to run a field campaign. You will need strong communication and motivational skills, work ethic and the desire for political change. You must have the leadership ability to oversee a team and an orientation towards handling substantial responsibility.

Job responsibilities include:
Recruit a team of 10-40 canvassers to represent top issue-based organizations on the front lines of the progressive movement. Responsible for developing and implementing a plan to hire talented staff.
Manage, train and develop staff into activists and leaders in a canvass office. Work with staff to develop them into the next leaders of the progressive movement.
Canvass to raise funds and build support in the community. Lead staff by example and work on the front lines for the most important issues facing our nation.

Requirements for Position:
Strong communication and motivational skills, work ethic, and the desire for political change are essential. Candidates must be able to work within a team, have proven leadership ability and an orientation towards handling a lot of responsibility. Strong self-direction and the ability to take initiative are also necessary qualifications. Previous field or canvassing experience is a plus, and may qualify candidates for additional leadership positions.

To Apply:
Apply here Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted about opportunities with Grassroots Campaigns within a week. We are currently hiring across the United States in: Berkeley, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Orange County, CA; Pasadena, CA; Sacramento, CA; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; Santa Cruz, CA; Denver, CO; New Haven, CT; Washington DC; Miami, FL; Orlando, FL; Chicago, IL; Amherst, MA; Boston, MA; Kansas City, MO; St. Louis, MO; Minneapolis, MN; Raleigh, NC; Morristown, NJ; Albuquerque, NM; New York, NY; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Portland, OR; Philadelphia, PA; Pittsburgh, PA; Austin, TX; and Seattle, WA. Candidates will need to relocate to these cities

• Compensation: $24,000; health care and benefits included.
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