[Peace] Fw: Peace Games--Job Openings

[Samuel J. Martland]

Dear Peace List members,
    This is a great program.  Some of you might be interested.
            Sam Martland

----- Original Message ----- 
From: Eric D. Dawson 
To: Eagle Eye Institute 
Sent: Thursday, May 16, 2002 10:29 AM
Subject: Job Openings


Dear Friends and Colleagues, 
As many of you know, Peace Games has just completed a growth strategy that will have us launch an exciting new phase in our work to prevent violence by preparing children to be peacemakers.  To staff this growth, we are looking for three new positions in development, program design, and finance.  

We need your help.  In the past our best candidates have come in through word of mouth.  I realize folks are extremely busy, but if you could please, please take 5 minutes and pass this along to people in your network who might be looking, I'd appreciate it.  These positions are not yet posted on our web site, so descriptions follow.  Web postings should be up by May 22nd at http://www.peacegames.org.  We want to begin interviews soon.  

Thanks!  Eric 

p.s. In January we hope to hire a VP of Operations and Director of Staff Development

About Peace Games
Peace Games (www.peacegames.org) was founded on the notion that young people have the power and responsibility to change the world.  We are an innovative violence prevention program that prepares elementary school students to be peacemakers.  The unique Peace Games approach engages whole school communities - families, teachers, young adult volunteers - to teach lessons of cooperation, communication and conflict resolution using games and community service projects.  It is the goal of Peace Games to empower children so they may create their own safe classrooms and communities.  From its founding as a student run program at Harvard University, Peace Games has grown to be a national non-profit and is entering an excited period of expansion.  Peace Games has a fun, caring, and entrepreneurial culture.  Benefits and salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience.
ABOUT THE POSITIONS
Vice-President of Development  Start Date: by July 1, 2002
As Peace Games enters a period of accelerated growth, the Vice President of Development is a new position needed to chart a long-term fundraising strategy for Peace Games, including federal grants, local and national individuals and foundations, and corporate partnerships.  The VP is charged with building the department and managing its workflow and budget.  Most importantly, the VP is responsible for directing efforts to raise our $2.5 million budget.  As a member of the leadership team, the VP of Development helps shape a long-term vision for the organization.  Candidates must possess creativity and vision for crafting national partnerships. This position reports to the Executive Director and works with the management team to set goals and direction for the entire organization.  Successful candidates must have significant experience raising national funding, senior level management, and the passion to build and inspire a new staff.

 
Senior Director of Product Development Start Date: September 1, 2002
At this critical time of organizational development, Peace Games seeks a Director of Product Development to oversee the creation of all Peace Games materials used in our partner schools across the country.  This position is responsible for ensuring consistency, product integrity, and programmatic fit of all materials in the Peace Games program model and works closely with two other Senior Directors to ensure the smooth integration of Peace Games product, local program and delivery systems. The Senior Director of Product Development collaborates with Director of Communications on the look, feel and production of materials.  Successful candidates must have significant experience managing complex projects, designing programmatic models and materials, and must understand the cultural and development needs and resources of diverse communities.

Bookkeeper/Accountant  Start Date: by July 1, 2002
The Bookkeeper/Accountant's primary responsibility revolves around the A/P, A/R, general ledger function, and should have experience through trial balance.  Additional duties include payroll and administration of benefits.  This part-time position reports to the VP of Finance & Administration.  Successful candidates must have at least two years of experience as a full charge bookkeeper or staff accountant, knowledge of Peachtree or compatible accounting software, and the excitement for joining a growing organization.
To Apply 
Applicants dedicated to creating a diverse and collaborative community that values the peacemaking potential of all people should send a cover letter, resume and references to Julie Vulliez at 285 Dorchester Avenue, Boston, MA 02127 or fax it to 617-464-1174 or email it to talent at peacegames.org.  In your cover letter, tell us a little about your dream job and what makes you excited to come to work.

 

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Eric D. Dawson
Executive Director, Peace Games
285 Dorchester Ave.  Boston, MA  02127
(w) 617-464-2600 x 15  (f) 617-464-1174
http://www.peacegames.org
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