Job Opening

Charleston Academy of Music

Position Description for Program Coordinator

Purpose: This position is the lead staff and assists the director in running the day to day operations and communications of the Charleston Academy of Music.

Primary Function: Program Coordinator will be responsible for the organization’s financial well-being through a combination of duties as they relate to billing and collecting revenues from parents and others. Coordinator should be organized; with a clear communication skills. Keeping up with studio scheduling and managing events are daily priority.

Desired Experience, Education, Skills, and Knowledge
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or at least 2-3 years of proven experience in a not-for-profit organization coordinating or managing fundraising, communications and/or public relations
- Assist in development of potential volunteers and interns to support programs and special events
- Capability to deal with individuals from various backgrounds including students’ parents and personnel
- Demonstrated ability to quickly establish and maintain effective understanding in community networks
- Excellent interpersonal skills and strong oral and written communications skills
- Proficiency in desktop publishing and Microsoft Office
- Proven ability to work as part of a team in shared office space and with little administrative support

Hours are 30 to 35 hours a week. It's 10:30 - 5 during the week and some weekend and evening events.


Charleston Academy of Music
843-805-7794
www.charlestonmusic.org

The Second Greenville Family Symposium

Early Registration Ends Friday!

A Place for Us: Toward Inclusive Communities for Children and Families

With a Student Pre-conference on the Application of the Theme to Indigenous Peoples

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University Center, Greenville, SC, USA
Student Pre-Conference: April 11, 2010
Main Conference: April 12-14, 2010
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Deadline for Early Registration: February 12, 2010.
To register, visit www.familysymposium.com.

Full-price registration (with opportunities for discounted membership in the sponsoring organizations) will be available until the time of the symposium.
Deadline for Lodging Reservations: March 10, 2010

Highlights of the Program

Student Pre-conference Topic

· Toward Communities Inclusive of Indigenous Children and Families


Plenary session topics include:

· Community and Children’s Rights

· Communities That Care for Families

· A Place for Children

· Building Inclusive Communities

· The Situation for Indigenous Peoples

· When Families are on the Outside

· Challenges Amid Crisis



Paper session topics include:

· The Quality of Life of Children and Families

· Child Mental Health Policy

· Alaska as a Case Study

· Innovations is Services Delivery

· Child Protection Reform

· Societies in Transition



Poster session topics Include:

· Innovations in Services Delivery

· The Situation for Native Americans

· Latino Immigration

· African Immigration



To review the full symposium brochure, visit www.familysymposium.com.


Sponsored by:
American Orthopsychiatric Association
Clemson University, Institute on Family & Neighborhood Life
International Family Therapy Association
International Society for Child Indicators

Job Announcement

The ARK – Resource Development Coordinator- Part-time (10 – 15 hours/week)

Position Overview

Under general supervision of the Executive Director, the Resource Development Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing and monitoring communications, public relations and fundraising efforts in coordination with the Project Director. The goal of the Resource Development Coordinator is to increase funding from various constituencies, raise awareness, and assist in building relationships in the community. Position will be based in Summerville, South Carolina.

Desired Experience, Education, Skills, and Knowledge

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or at least 3 - 5 years of proven experience in a not-for-profit organization coordinating or managing fundraising, communications and/or public relations
- Demonstrated ability to generate funds through development campaigns
- Coordinate and lead major fundraising events including annual golf tournament, 5k Race and other potential events
- Assist in development of potential volunteers and interns to support programs and special events
- Capability to deal with individuals from various backgrounds including clients and personnel
- Demonstrated ability to quickly establish and maintain effective rapport in community networks
- Excellent interpersonal skills and strong oral and written communications skills
- Proficiency in desktop publishing and Windows professional software
- Proven ability to work as part of a team in shared office space and with little administrative support
- Empathetic to the special values and challenges of Alzheimer’s families
- Build and maintain relationships with resource sources (i.e. grant partners, donors, foundations, volunteers, staff, community partners, governments, business, etc.)
- Keep revenue resources informed of the agency’s efforts and successes.

Compensation

Compensation consists of a base salary, which is dependent upon level of experience

Application Process

Applications will be considered immediately. It is anticipated that the position will be filled no later than March 2010. Applicants should send via email or mail a cover letter, which includes why the applicant wishes to apply for the position, salary requirements and a resume. This information should be sent to:
Peg Lahmeyer, Executive Director (pklahmeyer@sc.rr.com)


The ARK (Adult Respite Kare) has been assisting South Carolina families living with Alzheimer’s Disease and other memory disorders since 1996. Based in Summerville, South Carolina, programs are centered on the concept that people with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders (ADRD) have a right to continue to participate in the life of the community, and can enjoy a vibrant quality of life in spite of the obstacles of memory loss.

Blackbaud and the Battery

Blackbaud, Inc. recently announced that it is partnering with the Charleston Battery to incorporate a different philanthropic theme to every home match. Each of the 13 home matches will have a "nonprofit-of-the-match" and will raise awareness for that organization. The focus will be on nonprofits that work with the environment, education and families in need.
To learn more check out their website.
http://www.charlestonbattery.com/news.asp?id=495