About PTP: JOB OPENINGS

May 14, 2008

The PROGRESSIVE TECHNOLOGY PROJECT (PTP) is seeking an additional member for its PROGRAM STAFF in Minnesota. To apply, please send a brief cover letter, resume and detailed work history to Mark Sherman at info [at] progressivetech.org.

Please read the attached Position Description for details. PTP will provide some training to a deeply committed candidate that has a substantial portion of the qualifications. 

This position is open until filled. We will interview qualified candidates as applications arrive. Once the job is filled, the opening announcement will be removed from our web site: www.progressivetech.org. 
PTP seeks to hire a diverse staff with a commitment to and an understanding of community organizing in low-income communities and communities of color and progressive social change work. Progressive Technology Project, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PROGRESSIVE TECHNOLOGY PROJECT (PTP) is a social justice movement builder that uses information technology training and assistance to strengthen grassroots social change across the United States.  PTP’s primary constituency is grassroots community organizations working in low income communities and communities of color and that employ direct organizing as their main strategy to achieve systemic social change. 
Job Title:             Program Staff Associate
Reports To:         Executive Director
Status:                  Full-time, Regular
Schedule:            40 hours weekly + travel; regular office hours with some evening and weekend work; occasional travel required
Salary:                  Low to mid 30’s, depending on qualifications and experience
Benefits:             Health insurance, 401 (k) plan, sick and vacation pay

To assist the Executive Director and other staff with developing and implementing PTP’s programmatic work.

• Supporting PTP’s programmatic work through planning, coordinating, and implementing logistical pieces of events including recruiting, travel arrangements, resources/equipment for presenters, meeting space, and other tasks as needed
• Data entry of related data elements.
• Perform administrative and logistical tasks during program events
• Coordinating outside vendors as needed for programs
• Carrying out routine office activities in support of the capacity building program such as answering and routing phone calls, copying, filing, data entry, recordkeeping, handling faxes, e-mail, mail, and other tasks as needed
• Assisting with making sure internal documents and communication pieces such as work plans, office calendars, and other important documents are shared between staff in a regular and timely fashion
• Providing administrative assistance and support to PTP’s ongoing planning and organizational development work
• Participating and developing individual and team-based work plans as deemed necessary
• Carry out individual and team-based administrative tasks as deemed necessary

• Help with curriculum development for PTP trainings, including activities such as locating good and accessible how-to/tutorials that can be incorporated into the trainings; researching and writing understandable descriptions of how use tools
• Translating training materials.
• Assist the Capacity Building Program Director with program evaluation

• Education: BA or BS degree or equivalent work experience.
• Commitment to and an understanding of community organizing in low-income communities and communities of color and progressive social change work
• Demonstrated experience performing clerical and administrative duties with speed and accuracy without immediate and constant supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with an attention to detail and professionalism in all communications
• Demonstrated experience multitasking and being well organized and self-motivated
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, work effectively and maintain good working relationships with all co-workers, and using good judgment in recognizing scope of authority
• Evidence of commitment to diversity and an understanding of how to work effectively in and with diverse communities
• Knowledge of the cultures, principles and practices of nonprofit organizations
• Comprehensive experience operating personal computers using common office suite software
• Must be able to travel
• Additional desired qualifications:
• Spanish language skills
• Familiarity with internet based tools
• Interest in learning and sharing technical knowledge

• Team builder and team player
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Detail-oriented
• Respects and appreciates working with a diverse group of clients and co-workers.
• Excellent active listening skills
• Enjoys dialogue and interactive processes
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to gets things done and help others get things done
• Passion for ideas, learning and knowledge
• Energetic, creative, flexible and open-minded
• Sense of humor