RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Grant Writer and Administrator is responsible for researching, writing, submitting and managing successful grants, support materials, to generate operating revenue for the mission of the organization and to achieve strategic goals.
Grant Writer and Administrator
Qualifications:
Candidate for the Grant Writer and Administrator position will posses a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field of learning conducive to working in a non-profit environment with 5 years’ work experience in grant writing or otherwise unrelated bachelor’s degree and 5+ years working in fund raising/development.
As a representative of the Food Bank, candidate must conduct self professionally and ethically at all times, holding forth the best interest of the Food Bank of NW Louisiana, its staff members, Board of Directors and our mission.
Candidate must have a proven track record of successful grant writing and reporting.
Must be computer proficient with general typing skills, experience with Microsoft Office products, publishing software, mass mailing techniques and procedures, email and internet operations.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable by our company policy without significant problems in driving history during last 5 years.
The Grant Writer and Administrator position involves a high degree of responsibility. Prior to employment the individual in this position must agree to substantial background and reference verification, including legal and work-related history.
Writing skills: Excellent writing capabilities, able to develop clear and concise communications; grant writing experience preferred.
Scheduling: Ability to schedule work for timely completion using Outlook or similar program.
Research: Ability to research using internet and various methods to find grants, or information pertinent to outreach.
Computer Skills: Individual will be proficient in Microsoft Software, create spreadsheets in Excel; PowerPoint presentations; and Word documents.is position involves a high degree of responsibility. Prior to employment the individual in this position must agree to substantial background and reference verification, including legal and work-related history.
Computer Skills: Individual will be proficient in Microsoft Software, create spreadsheets in Excel; PowerPoint presentations; and Word documents.
To apply, please submit your Resume, cover letter with your salary requirements and sample of a grant or writing.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
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The Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana is looking for an experienced Director of Development to join our team and help our organization grow. We are looking for an results-oriented individual who has proven success in capital campaigns, donor gifts, fundraising and donor giving, who has a positive outlook, and a heart to help those in need. If this you, this position is right for you. This is a full-time position, located in Shreveport, LA.
OVERVIEW OF OUR FOOD BANK
Our Food Bank exists to be the primary resource for fighting hunger in Northwest Louisiana. Our vision is to ultimately end hunger in our area by ensuring a consolidated network of effective food collection and distribution. This provides universal access to food for those in need in our communities. We are the largest distributor of donated food for our 7 parishes and we are one of only five food banks in the state. We sort, warehouse and distribute food to over 150 non-profit organizations, shelters and churches in our seven-parish region. We just completed a $6M capital campaign and implemented new donor software.
OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION
The Director of Development is a key position at our food bank whose primary objective is to develop and successfully implement our donor giving and fundraising plans. This includes identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gift prospects and financial donors. It includes identifying, writing and tracking grants, managing monthly donor and planned giving programs, and providing leadership to the development internal team to reach the food bank’s goals related to public relations, marketing, events, donations, government relations and volunteers.
We have the development software already in place. We have a large donor base to work from. We have the development team to support you. All these things have worked well for us thus far. A successful person in this position would work with these team members and processes already in place and take us to the next level. You will work closely with the Executive Director, and are responsible to achieve our revenue and long-range fundraising goals.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer a strong competitive salary with great benefits which include health insurance, dental insurance, long and short term disability, life insurance, a 401k participation, vacations with personal days and holiday pay. Our workplace is passionate about our mission and we work hard to help those in need get the food and resources they need. The position is mainly Monday-Friday but some evening and weekend work may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
A great candidate for this position must be results-driven, organized, with great project management skills, and great public speaking skills. They must be highly motivated, with great interpersonal skills, a great team player, and meet these qualifications:
INVITATION TO APPLY
If you are a good fit for this position, we invite you to send us your information. Please answer the following questions and submit your resume. We will provide you a complete job description during the interview process. Please do not call our office directly as that may disqualify your application.
Job Type: Full-time
The Assistant Director of Director of Disaster Response and Resiliency is responsible for directing and managing the organization’s Disaster Management program for all hazards. The assistant director will lead and oversee the organization’s mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery efforts and service projects. The assistant director works closely with the Assistant Director of Programs to conduct project site visits and procure all materials and supplies to complete service projects. Reports directly to and works closely with the Executive Director to seek involvement in program design and execution, fundraising goals, volunteer/donor engagement, and other key strategic matters.
The assistant director ensures that priorities, personnel, and financial resources are aligned with the core mission. The assistant director cultivates a strong and transparent relationship with co-workers, volunteers, project site partners, and corporate and foundation partners. The assistant director influences stakeholders and works for and with others by communicating a shared vision, building relationships with integrity, and delivering results. Accepts all other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Focuses on operational plans within a 3-6 month time horizon. Significant responsibility to achieve broadly stated goals through volunteer efforts. Determines objectives, directs programs, develops strategies and procedures, manages human, financial, and physical resources, and functions with a high degree of autonomy. Requires knowledge of volunteer and project management. Manages a team consisting of both unskilled and skilled volunteers. Determines strategies for a program with city-wide impact.
success stories in written testimonials, photographs, and/or video formats.
program to invest $1M for survivors of hurricane Ida. Position will communicate internally and externally with stakeholders as long-term recovery needs evolve. In consultation with the Executive Director, position will assume leadership and responsibility to meet emerging or unmet needs as identified.
applicable laws.
The above description of responsibilities does not CONSTITUTE a contract of employment, nor should it be considered all-inclusive. Management has the right to alter duties and projects that require special assistance. Position may be responsible for performing other duties as assigned.
Incumbent must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work. Final employment offers are contingent upon a Final Candidate’s successful completion of a
Background Verification, and a determination by the organization that the information derived from the Background Verification does not disqualify the individual. In addition, a Financial History Check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Check may be required.
ABOUT
HandsOn New Orleans is a local affiliate of the Points of Light Global Network, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service. The mission of HandsOn New Orleans is to engage, empower, and transform our community through volunteer service. Since 2005, the organization has recruited over 125,000 volunteers serving 723,380 hours with $29,000,000 in community savings through volunteer labor and supplies.
The organization achieves its mission with 200+ collaborative community partnerships and a suite of synergistic programs. HandsOn leverages its core strengths of volunteer engagement, design and execution of high-impact community revitalization projects, and disaster response services to strengthen families and transform neighborhoods in the seven-parish metro area.
The organization envisions a socially just community with happy, healthy, prosperous people, and outcomes promote educational equity in the public school system, improve access to community services and resources, foster healthy lifestyles, sustain the natural and built environment, and assist residents on emergency preparedness, response, and recovery.
TO APPLY: Please apply at https://www.handsonneworleans.org/jobs Anticipated start date is August - September. Salary is mid 30's to low 40's depending on experience with competitive fringe benefits and generous PTO. HandsOn Board of Directors has mandated for staff full COVID vaccinations with exemptions permitted with valid medical or personal reasons; if exemption is granted, then additional testing requirements at employee’s expense are required.
The Vision Rehabilitation Therapist is a key member of the Vision Rehab team, providing services and support to VRS technology and adaptive skills programs. He/she is responsible for providing optimal assessments and training to clients with varying degrees of vision loss. Services are provided across the New Orleans and Baton Rouge regions in Lighthouse facilities, in clients’ homes or in clients’ work environments. Responsibilities require a holistic approach to Vision Rehabilitation, utilizing current best practices, to ensure optimal quality of services, excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong collaborative spirit, and solid computer skills. Responsible for maintaining the health and appearance of the Technology Lab. Must have excellent customer service skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. The incumbent in this position will perform such other tasks as may be required for the effective operation of the Division/Department upon request by his/her supervisor.
Accomplishments in these areas of responsibility will be the basis of the employee’s evaluation, continuation of employment and change in compensation.
Interested applicants should apply by following this link:
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The Occupational Therapist, Early Intervention Specialist (OTEI) is an integral member of the Lighthouse OT team, who provides leadership and expertise to the EI program. The OTEI is a primary Early Steps service provider who works as part of a collaborative transdisciplinary team that enhances the capacity of families to care for the health and development of their infants and toddlers ages 0 to 3. The OTEI recommends environmental and activity modifications within daily routines and natural settings to enhance participation and accomplish IFSP outcomes for children and their families. In addition, the OTEI collaborates with the EI team to prepare children ages 3 to 5 in the Light Steps program to ensure they have the foundational skills necessary for success in school. This position requires excellent communication skills, team-building skills, and a passion to develop comprehensive impactful programs that ensure quality services and optimal outcomes for all youth served in Lighthouse programs.
JOB RESPONSIBLITIES:
Requirements
This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. The employee in this position will perform such other tasks as may be required for the effective operation of the Division/Department upon request by his/her supervisor.
Lighthouse Louisiana envisions a world where all people are able to reach their full potential. Our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities through services, employment, and advocacy.
We have two state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans. We support this mission by creating jobs for people who are blind. Proceeds from the sales of high-quality, commercially competitive products help fund services for people who are blind, Deaf, and who have other disabilities.
We are looking for a Director of Business Development who can effectively Manage both our Sales Effort and Ability One Procurement List Products Contracts.
To be successful in this role the candidate will need to:
Personal Characteristics:
If you are someone who…
values empowerment of those with disabilities to reach their full potential, possesses innovative ideas and creative solutions and is adaptable to change, believes in diversity of our community and in diverse approaches to problem-solving, approaches their work and life with passion, treats others with empathy and believes in a system of equity, wants to be held accountable to our community and to each other in meeting our mission
…you are likely an excellent candidate for this position.
Job Summary: Responsible for both increasing sales and monitoring product profitability through financial analysis. This position is growth oriented, spending a majority of their time qualifying leads, advancing opportunities through the pipeline and closing new business. This position will also research new products to be submitted for inclusion in the Ability One Procurement List.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Interested applicants should apply here:
The Director of Vision Rehab Services (DVRS) Provides leadership, hiring, supervision, and administration of adult and youth programs for people with varying degrees of vision loss. They must demonstrate proven managerial skills, a strong spirit of collaboration, critical thinking, and the drive to lead by example. The DVRS exemplifies professionalism and instills such values in their team to ensure that all vision rehabilitation programs offer the highest level of quality and polish to our vendors, community partners, customers, and the people we serve. The DVRS is responsible for managing the success of the Vision Rehab Services team, while measuring the success of the department’s programs. This position requires excellent communication skills, proven team-building skills, and a passion to develop comprehensive impactful programming that aligns with the Lighthouse mission.
SHIPPING:
1. Lead shipping/receiving team to ensure the successful accomplishment of responsibilities assigned in a timely and efficient manner.
2. Submit paperwork documenting shipped sales orders along using Netsuites
3. Review order status report daily and plan shipments to minimize labor costs while meeting or exceeding customer requirements.
4. Review finished goods inventory and coordinate with production Manager on shortages.
5. Prioritize customer orders and coordinate shipping to ensure that deadlines are met.
6. Communicate with customers regarding routing requirements.
7. Request and evaluate transportation quotes to minimize transportation costs both via phone and utilizing internet based software.
8. Prepare shipping documents as needed.
9. Load shipments on to trucks.
10. Coordinate with customer service to provide accurate and up to date information regarding customer orders.
11. Supervise movement and storage of finished goods in an organized and secure manner ensuring stock rotation.
12. Supervise and direct shipping and receiving personnel.
13. Fill in for shipping/receiving employees when necessary.
14. Shipping Inspections – Perform and document daily to ensure compliance with LL Quality System & customer requirement.
RECEIVING:
15. Unload shipments from trucks.
16. Receive all incoming products, materials & items, inspecting for damages, verifying items & quantities against packing slips as well as PO’s.
17. Secure all received & existing materials in an organized, safe & consistent manner, providing for proper rotation.
18. Process & enter all receiving, inventory and other required paperwork promptly & accurately.
19. Utilize company software to accurately document all goods received.
20. Submit paperwork daily documenting received orders using Nestsuites
21. Maintain files pertaining to all warehouse activities in a neat & orderly manner.
GENERAL:
22. Support/assist warehouse teams at all locations as needed.
23. Coordinate shipping/receiving employee schedules to ensure coverage of dock functions daily for normal hours of business operation.
24. Work with production, receiving, and procurement to identify and correct stock irregularities in a timely manner.
25. Participate in regular inventory counts.
26. Consistently follow all Lighthouse procedures as detailed in the LHB Quality System and train employees under your supervision to follow all procedures relevant to their job performance.
27. Strive to continuously improve the efficiency of the systems and operational aspects of the manufacturing, inventory control, quality shipping, receiving, and sales order systems.
28. Conduct all business in a positive, relationship building manner at all times ensuring that the Shipping/Receiving department is successfully integrated into Lighthouse production, inventory, accounting and quality functions.
29. Follow all ISO procedures as required.
30. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Interested Applicants should apply by following this link:
Director of Human Resources is responsible for promoting and implementing the organization’s values by planning and implementing human resources programs including recruiting, hiring processes, onboarding and orientation, employee training, employee recognition a and professional development and communication, benefits, and compliance with employment and other relevant regulations; as well as supporting management on strategic staffing plans, compensation programs, budgeting, employee coaching and labor relations.
Job Responsibilities:
This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. The employee in this position will perform such other tasks as may be required for the effective operation of the Division/Department upon request by his/her supervisor/manager.
Department: Administration Prepared by: Renee Vidrine
Reports to: President
Approved by: Renee Vidrine
Responsible for implementing AFSP fundraising events and revenue generating initiatives within assigned market.
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SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Annual salary range: 55-60K
22 PTO (vacation, sick, wellness and personal days) your first year of employment (5 additional days 2nd year)
Company Sponsored Medical Employee Reimbursement Plan (MERP)
10% employer retirement contribution after 2 years of employment
Flexible Summer Fridays
13 Holidays
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Submit resume and cover letter with a compelling reason why you should be considered for this position. Kindly include your salary requirement for this role.
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REPORTS TO: Executive Director
LOCATION: Must Reside within Assigned Chapter Territory (Louisiana or Mississippi)
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