Hi all,
I hope you're all doing well and staying healthy.
Purpose is hiring for two critical data roles:
This is a unique opportunity to join a diverse team of strategists, campaigners and creatives to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges at an impressive scale.
From New York City to Nairobi to New Delhi, this rapidly growing team has an ambitious agenda to change the way impact is measured in the progressive movement.
Please pass these roles along to anyone that might be the right fit, or feel free to reach out if I can help answer any questions about the role.
Thank you so much,
Cultivate in partnership with Purpose
at Civic Nation
REMOTE
Civic Nation seeks an Executive Assistant to the Chief Program & Strategy Officer and the Chief Impact & Operating Officer.
This position will work closely with the Chief Program & Strategy Officer and the Chief Impact & Operating Officer to support the day-to-day operations of the program and strategy and the impact and operating teams. This position will also assist in the development and execution of strategic programming and operating functions of Civic Nation and its initiatives.
ABOUT THE EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM
The Executive Leadership Team (ELT) provides strategic and operational leadership to Civic Nation including the articulation of organizational purpose, setting of actionable strategy and key metrics, and enabling and empowering Civic Nation's teams and Initiatives to achieve their goals. In addition, the ELT defines and fosters the organization's culture and values.
ABOUT CIVIC NATION
Civic Nation is a home for changemakers who inspire, educate, and activate people around the issues that will define this generation. We empower people to take on the biggest challenges of our time — strengthening democracy; fostering civic engagement, social justice, and voter participation; addressing public health crises; fighting for gender equity; and more. At Civic Nation we house some of the most innovative campaigns organizing for progress across the country including ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, It's On Us, Made to Save, We The Action, End Rape on Campus, The United State of Women, and When We All Vote, co-chaired by Michelle Obama.
Civic Nation drives real, meaningful change by shifting culture, systems, and policy. We organize at every level and serve as a connector — of people and programs, of grassroots activists and leaders of industries and organizations, of ideas and the resources to make them reality. Our goal is to empower individuals, companies, institutions, and organizations to create a more inclusive, equitable America.
YOUR IMPACT
Support the calendars of the Chief Program and Strategy Officer and the Chief Impact and Operating Officer in scheduling and managing meetings internally and with external stakeholders, donors, and partners.
Draft and edit agendas, memos, and other critical internal and external communications and materials as needed for the Chief Program and Strategy Officer and the Chief Impact and Operating Officer and their teams.
Support logistics and communications related to special projects as assigned by the Chief Program and Strategy Officer and the Chief Impact and Operating Officer.
Coordinate travel and related logistics, including airline and hotel reservations.
Complete and file reimbursements in coordination with the finance team.
Coordinate internal communication and logistics related to the Civic Nation annual planning process.
Conduct research to support the work of Civic Nation programs.
Take notes during internal and external meetings and track action items that result from meetings.
Manage multiple and competing assignments with efficiency, attention to prioritization, detail orientation, and execution.
Assist in developing and managing operational processes, and other duties.
YOUR EXPERIENCE
1+ year of administrative experience in the non-profit and/or political environments, including internships.
Managing calendars with excellent time management skills, including an eye to detail.
Writing and copy-editing sensitive emails, drafting memos, and preparing communications.
Maintaining and organizing a Google Workspace.
YOUR COMPETENCIES
Ability to listen, comprehend, and connect with a diverse group of individuals at all levels and in all corners of the organizational structure.
Strong teamwork, critical thinking, multi-tasking, and problem solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Strong understanding and knowledge of Google Workspace.
A strong work ethic with a calm and relaxed demeanor, even in times of stress.
Excellent organizational, management and interpersonal skills, including proofreading and copy editing skills.
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Values community building, organizing, and relationships built on trust.
Strong ability to listen, understand, connect, earn trust of, and collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization.
Deep and proven dedication to issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
High degree of comfort with change and working in a rapid response environment.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The Washington, DC-based salary for this position is $55,000 (will be adjusted for cost of labor for the incumbent's work location) annually, commensurate with experience. Our comprehensive benefits plan includes 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees, flexible paid time off, paid family & medical leave, access to a 401k plan, and more.
MANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINATION POLICY
Civic Nation is committed to protecting our employees and our communities from COVID-19. Toward that goal, and in consideration of guidance released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and a variety of public health authorities and professional organizations, Civic Nation has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for its employees.
All employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a term and condition of employment at Civic Nation unless an exemption or deferral has been approved. Individuals are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after they get their second dose of a messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccine, such as Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna, or two weeks after a single dose of the Janssen/Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
New employees must be fully vaccinated before their start date unless an exemption due to a medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief or practice is granted.
TO APPLY
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume here. The cover letter, addressed to Shira Miller and Lauren Kidwell, should be concise, compelling, and include why you would like to work for Civic Nation. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until September 1.
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At Civic Nation, diversity, equity, and inclusion are directly aligned with the fundamental belief that people are inherently capable, but often lack opportunity. We know that a diverse workforce allows us to see problems in more nuanced ways, creating the thought leadership needed to fulfill our mission and reach our goals. Civic Nation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.
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Hello Entrepreneurs & Ecosystem Partners,
I am reaching out with information about an upcoming, funded class for DC entrepreneurs. Those completing the class will receive $500 pitch stipends, and there are 25 spots for folks to sign up for the 6 week class starting Thursdays in August. We will open the application at 6 pm tonight (8/1/22) after a 5:30 pm information session. Sign up for the information session or to receive the recording and application here.
Overview
The Department of Small & Local Business Development (DSLBD) is excited to offer an opportunity for 25 DC residents to participate in a 12- hour Build a Dream course starting in August 2022. Participants will learn more about how to think about entrepreneurship, and those who complete the course and pitch at the end are eligible for a $500 stipend award from the DC Public Library Foundation.
To ensure that we have a full class, DSLBD is operating a brief application process to collect interest. The application link will be distributed to all registrants for the information session, or folks can reach out to Inno.ED@dc.gov to request the application link once it opens.
Priority for a spot in the class will be offered on a first-come, first serve basis to applicants who complete the full application meet the following criteria:
Interested applicants may preview a copy of the application here. DSLBD will only accept application materials in the Alchemer application system. The survey link will be shared with all registrants for this session whether they attend the information session or not.
DSLBD has trained over 3,000 residents in the Build a Dream curriculum, but this is one of the first times participants will be offered a stipend for their participation. We are grateful for the generous support and partnership of DC Public Libraries and the DC Library to host and fund this opportunity for DC entrepreneurs.
The curriculum is available to view online here. The course will be instructed by Kate Mereand from DSLBD's Innovation & Equitable Development Division.
The format of the class is discussion-based, working through the lean canvas methodology for business model development, customer discovery, basic business financials, and pitching in all its forms. All participants will provide a short 2-minute pitch about their business or their business idea at the final session.
If you have questions, please reach out to us at Inno.ED@dc.gov.
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Kate Mereand (she/her) (how to pronounce my name)
Program Manager
Innovation & Equitable Development
Department of Small & Local Business Development
441 4th Street, NW, Washington DC, 20001
Main: 202-727-3900
Web: www.dslbd.dc.gov
Connect with Inno.ED programs: https://linktr.ee/Inno.ED
And shop local! Your community needs you.
