Academics Stand Against Poverty (ASAP) is an international association focused on helping researchers and teachers enhance their impact on poverty. We do so by advancing collaboration among poverty-focused academics, with an emphasis on South-North connections; promoting effective outreach to policy makers and broader public audiences; and helping academics pursue applied research and intervention projects as well as campaigns on specific issues.
ASAP is seeking a talented and committed Program Manager to join the team. The Program Manager will collaborate with the Global Coordinator on overall coordination of ASAP Global, volunteer and member activity management, and financial development.
Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Developing content for the ASAP website
- Website improvements and routine maintenance
- Maintaining ASAP Facebook page and Twitter feed
- Drafting ASAP promotional materials
- Supporting the ASAP chapter network
- Overseeing ASAP projects
- Researching funding opportunities
- Event planning
- Communicating with ASAP members
- Minor financial administration
Desired skills, experience, and qualities:
- A bachelor\’s degree and strong academic record
- Past success in administrative, project management, and/or leadership roles (e.g. worked as a campaign manager, research assistant, or operations lead)
- Demonstrated commitment to promoting social justice
- Excellent communications skills
- Excellent writing skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Enthusiasm for the ASAP mission
- Knowledge of WordPress (strongly preferred but not required)
- Residence in the New Haven, CT area (strongly preferred but not required)
Application information:
To apply, please send a résumé or CV and an application statement of 400 words or fewer explaining your interest in the role and salient experience to Rachel Payne at rachel@academicsstand.org with the subject line \”Program Manager\”.
- Position type: staff, part-time (20 or 30 hours per week, to be negotiated)
- Application deadline:Â Friday, April 17, at 5 pm ET
- Start date: May 2015
- Compensation: competitive, based on experience
- Location: New Haven, CT, USA
- Reports to: Luis Cabrera, Vice President