Development & Operations Coordinator Position

School of the Americas Watch is hiring an Development & Operations Coordinator to be based in Washington, DC. The position is full-time with health benefits, paid vacation and holiday time. Salary ranges from 18 to 30,000 a year (based on need), and there are opportunities for skills development.

Job Description

ADMINISTRATIVE (45%)

? Supervise and coordinate bookkeeping tasks including managing bank accounts, payroll, benefits, and payment of other bills; processing donations; tracking all assets and liabilities; providing budgeting information for decision-making by SOA Watch Council and staff; fulfilling tax and insurance requirements; and identifying opportunities for cost savings
? Manage daily operation of computers; providing information on problems to consultants for repairs
? Recruit and coordinate interns and office volunteers

DEVELOPMENT (25%)

? Research and apply for grants and other sources of funding
? Distribute donor mailings and other fundraising materials to supporters
? Facilitate the Development Working Group
? Provide fundraising information for decision-making by SOA Watch Council and staff

EVENT COORDINATION (15%)

? Support volunteer Working Groups that coordinate different aspects of SOA Watch events
? Directly coordinate logistics for all national SOA Watch events

EDUCATIONAL (15%)

? Support newsletter and other publications by maintaining database of activists
? Stock and distribute SOA Watch book and video resources
? In conjunction with other staff, answer calls and messages from SOA Watch activists

Bilingual candidates, people of color and women are encouraged to apply.

Additional Qualifications:

Required:

1. Strong commitment to working in a diverse, grassroots movement rooted in solidarity with the people of Latin America. Commitment to the mission of SOA Watch as described above.
2. Ability to work independently and in a collective process; follow-through and attention to detail is essential.
3. Strong computer skills.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Willingness to work in a consensus decision-making environment

Desired:

1. Experience overseas
2. An ability to speak Spanish
3. Strength in the program area for which you are applying

How to Apply:

Please send a resume, a cover letter explaining what qualities you would bring to this job and three references to Eric LeCompte at elecompte@soaw.org.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, this position is open as of March 1st, 2007.