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Registered Nurse (RN) – Iowa City, IA

Planned Parenthood North Central States
Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota

Registered Nurse (RN) – Iowa City, IA

Pay: The anticipated salary range for this position is $29.80-$39 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant work experience, the skills required for the role, internal equity, market competitiveness, and budget considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive pay for all employees.
Schedule: Full-time, 32 hours per week
Shift times: Four shifts per week, either Monday – Thursday or Tuesday – Friday. Monday & Friday shifts 9am – 5:30pm, Tuesday & Wednesday shifts 8am – 4:30pm, Thursday shifts 12pm – 8:30pm.
Location: 850 Orchard Street, Iowa City, IA 52246
Job type: Non-Exempt
Travel: 3 days travel to Des Moines, IA during training period.
Union Membership: This position is represented by SEIU.
Questions? Contact [email protected].

Job Summary:
Under direct supervision of the Health Center Manager, the Registered Nurse performs routine health center duties associated with a reproductive and sexual health program within the scope of RN licensure. Registered Nurses are responsible for providing the highest level of customer service and patient care as well as supporting the operations of the health center. Some of the responsibilities include conducting patient history review, performing & processing labs, providing contraceptive supplies, and unbiased education. They will also help with inventory and assist our Clinicians when needed. Provides excellent customer service. Performs related work as directed. Registered Nurses are advocates in implementing our mission of “Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all.” They may perform other related duties to support health center operations as assigned.

Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with equity-based premium tiers
• NICE HEALTHCARE. A free, virtual primary care for entire household (in-home available for qualifying locations) Services include: 80 free labs, free x-rays, and physical tests, live, virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications and more!
• HealthiestYou – Virtual Care for employees outside of NICE Healthcare’s network. (ND and SD)
• Proximal Health – Helps members access high quality, cost-effective, providers for certain services and offers $1,500 tax free benefit when members choose a designated provider for eligible services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continued Education Reimbursement: up to $1000 per year & 2 paid CEU days.
• Flex Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Paid time off: PTO starting at .05769 accrual rate per hour worked.
• 8 hours volunteer paid time off annually.
• 8 paid federal holidays & 2 paid floating holidays.
• Retirement: 403(b) with employer match, 50% for the first 6% deferred
• 8 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Bereavement Leave
• Earned Extended Leave
• Free subscription to Headspace App
• Time off to vote.
• Employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.

We also offer:
• Start date flexibility.
• Comprehensive paid training for all health services positions & flexibility with hours per week during training. Training includes classroom, mock clinic, and shadowing shifts.
• Shift differentials:
o $1.50/hour (weekend), $3.00/hour (evening), $4.00/hour (float/travel), $2.00/hour (Bilingual), and $3.00/hour (ultrasound)
• Travel reimbursement.
• Schedules created & sent out 6 weeks in advance.
• Option of picking up additional shifts, including at other locations other than your “home” clinic.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Active RN license in Iowa
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
• Interview and screen patients, conduct patient history review, document in electronic medical record, prepare patients for examinations/procedures. Assess, address or triage patient complaints. Monitor patient vital signs.
• Perform routine laboratory tests including venipuncture. Communicate lab test results. Assure appropriate follow-up of lab reports. Process receipt of incoming lab results.
• Provide factual patient education. Provide additional education in consultation with clinician or physician assessment. Including explanations of all FDA approved birth control methods. Provide unbiased specific instruction on the client’s selected birth control method.
• Inform patients in a non-directive manner about all options available to them in the event of an unintended pregnancy and provide supporting materials and/or education for service based on the patients’ needs.
• Provide factual, unbiased information to clients seeking abortion.
• Describe the difference between medication and surgical abortion.
• Refer patients per protocol, perform follow-up functions, and assure complete documentation of care plan.
• Follow all federal, state, and local laws regarding mandated reporting, abortion services, healthcare services, and HIPAA.
• Provide contraceptive supplies, medications including injectables, perform venipuncture, and manage patients with medical emergencies per PPNCS protocols Assure inventory control of clinic and contraceptive supplies including ordering, stocking, and tracking as assigned.
• Communicate PPNCS protocols, policy and procedures to clinicians and staff as appropriate. Assure clinic manuals are up to date (e.g., clinic, lab, safety, MS&G).
• Maintain a working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures and apply these to patient and clinic services.
• Supervise nursing functions as delegated by the Health Center Manager or clinician/physician.
• All health center staff are expected to participate in the onboarding of new employees and supporting the cross-training of established employees.
• Follow all state laws regarding mandatory reporting.
• Collaborate with and provide coverage as needed at health centers in assigned neighborhoods.
• Administer mild and moderate sedation.
• As appropriate, assist the physician with surgical procedures, monitor patient stability, and perform macroscopic exam of tissue post-procedure.
• Perform ultrasound medical services in accordance with Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS) Medical Standards and Guidelines (MS&G)
• Supervise and assess patient’s post procedure recovery.
• Perform other clinical skills within the scope of their training and applicable state laws.
• After 6 months of employment, participate in providing telephonic coverage for those services provided by PPNCS that require 24 Hour Emergency Call coverage.

Immunization Requirements:
• Hepatitis B vaccination records and titers
• Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination records or proof of immunization
• Chicken Pox vaccination records or proof of immunization
• Tetanus shot documentation
• Tuberculosis PPD Skin Test that is no older than 12 months

About Us:
At PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. That’s why we protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of people and families with empathy, care, and respect. We are looking for passionate, dedicated staff who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission. To learn more: Our Mission.

When you work for Planned Parenthood, you make a difference in the lives of those we serve by affirming the human right to reproductive health and freedom.

Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Planned Parenthood is dedicated to an equitable and inclusive work environment and encourages all interested candidates to apply regardless of initial skill set.

*Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation.*

This position is included in the SEIU bargaining unit, and depending on state law, requires union dues be deducted from employee paychecks in an amount up to 2.25% of gross pay.

Senior Director of Field and Organizing

About Americans United 

Americans United for Separation of Church and State is a nonpartisan educational and advocacy organization dedicated to advancing the constitutional principle of church-state separation as the only way to ensure freedom of religion, including the right to believe or not believe, for all of us. Founded in 1947, Americans United is a diverse and dynamic organization composed of people from all walks of life: lawyers and lobbyists, students and activists, religious leaders and impassioned Americans. AU includes people of faith and people who don’t profess any particular faith. It is a community that welcomes people of all genders, races, ethnicities, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, and abilities. Because we work on a wide variety of issues with many different communities, we value what diversity and diverse perspectives bring to our work.

Position Summary

The Senior Director, Field and Organizing is a forward thinking, passionate leader for change who is excited to lead and collaborate with a dynamic team and organization, working together to fight for freedom without favor, and equality without exception.

You’ll be helping grow and mobilize a sustainable network of educated and engaged individuals and organizations that support church-state separation, inclusive religious freedom, and their dependent issues through visibility, education and activation efforts that are interconnected, impactful, and build upon each other.

The role focuses on developing, managing and growing a hybrid (virtual and in-person) state and local organizing network of distributed grassroots “hubs” – including programming – in support of the organization’s education, advocacy and other initiatives. A significant portion of time will also be dedicated to working with the Vice President of Outreach and in collaboration with other departments, to lead the development and execution of both integrated and standalone advocacy campaigns in support of AU’s legal cases, legislation, campaigns and other initiatives. This will often be done in collaboration with external partners and can include coalition building, digital advocacy, trainings, and field activities (e.g. text banks, rallies). The Senior Director will also provide or oversee the provision of non-legal technical assistance to individuals or groups that request help from Americans United.

A critical part of the position will be managing and growing your team to accomplish those key goals. The ideal candidate will be just as willing and able to empower their team to meet the moment as they are to jump right in to work any task alongside them. You’ll also have opportunities to collaborate internally and externally around the intersections of our key issues and communities (e.g. LGBTQ+, racial justice, pro-democracy, reproductive rights, faith and nonreligious communities, public education, fighting Christian nationalism & other forms of extremism).

For complete description, including salary ranges, and to apply please visit: https://go.au.org/feminist

Senior Technical Programs Project Manager

Who We Are

We’re Personified: a managed IT + cybersecurity services provider for campaigns, non-profits, and mission-aligned organizations. Our mission is to lead technology and security programs for our clients, enabling them to focus on their mission-critical work.

We act as an extension of our client teams — we handle all the responsibilities a traditional internal IT team would. We’re in our clients’ Slacks, we’re on a first-name basis with them (and their pets), we’re new hires’ first point of contact, and we’re the first stop for tech and cybersecurity issues. We aim to build trust, and we leverage this to keep the bad actors out.

Some of the biggest names in the progressive space have leaned on us as their trusted IT + cybersecurity partner. We are looking for top IT talent as we continue to scale our team.

About the Role

As a Senior Technical Programs Project Manager, you will serve as a central figure in orchestrating both client-facing and internal cybersecurity initiatives. You will lead complex projects, optimize cross-functional workflows, mentor team members, and act as a trusted advisor to clients. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable owning strategic initiatives, improving systems, and leading projects with high impact and visibility.

You will collaborate closely with the Director of Technical Programs and play a key role in client onboarding, ongoing account management, internal process improvements, and team coordination. This position balances strategic thinking with hands-on execution, with the ultimate goal of enhancing service delivery and supporting client success.

Responsibilities Overview:

Project Management & Operations

Lead and manage complex technical projects from scoping through execution, ensuring all deliverables are met on time and within scope.
Oversee project planning, timeline management, and coordination across internal teams and client stakeholders.
Maintain accurate and organized records for all active projects, including risk assessments, timelines, decisions, and documentation.
Continuously refine project management processes, suggest improvements, and implement best practices for scalability and efficiency.
Support the Director of Technical Programs in identifying team capacity needs and workload distribution.

Client Management & Engagement

Act as a primary point of contact for high-profile clients, ensuring consistent communication and service excellence.
Lead and enhance the quarterly business review process to ensure clients receive value-driven check-ins.
Drive successful client onboarding processes—ensuring internal teams are informed and aligned to deliver value from day one.
Collaborate with the Strategy, Policy, and Training team to create or customize client-facing materials and resources.
Identify service expansion or upsell opportunities and support proposals for broader partnership growth.

Account Management & Strategic Oversight

Support review and improvement of key client documentation, including Statements of Work (SOWs), pitch decks, and onboarding templates.
Proactively flag and address challenges in client relationships by facilitating collaboration across technical and support teams.
Serve as a process owner for recurring workflows, identifying opportunities for automation or improvement.
Represent the Technical Programs Team in cross-departmental working groups and client escalations.

Internal Team Support

Partner with internal teams to maintain and optimize internal knowledge bases, project tracking tools, and documentation.
Contribute to the development and refinement of internal tools and practices that support remote collaboration and technical delivery.

Qualifications

4–7 years of project management experience, ideally in a technical or cybersecurity-focused environment.
Proven success managing multiple high-stakes projects across varied timelines and stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in environments with changing priorities and embrace new challenges.
Strong client-facing experience, with a demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and drive client outcomes.
Proficiency with project management platforms (e.g., Monday.com, Asana, or similar) and comfort working in remote-first, collaborative environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify technical concepts for diverse audiences.
Deep understanding of technology and digital security concepts, especially in client service contexts.
Experience facilitating cross-functional collaboration and resolving complex project challenges.
Demonstrated experience leading and managing small teams to deliver project objectives.
Ability to provide clear direction, support individual development, and foster team accountability.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills across internal teams and external partners.
Project management certification is a plus.
Willingness to work outside of normal business hours as required.
Willingness to travel as required.

Benefits

Remote work environment
Competitive pay
Healthcare packages contributed to by Personified
Optional 401K matched by Personified
Cell phone stipend
Annual learning & development stipend

What to Expect from the Hiring Process

Candidates can apply by hitting the ‘Apply To Position’ button and following the instructions.
We require all applicants to submit a resume and answer a set of application questions in lieu of a cover letter.
Applicants who move forward in the process will participate in a series of interviews with members of the Personified team and will be asked to complete a short skills assessment.
We aim to extend an offer by mid-August. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates may be invited to an initial phone screening shortly after applying. We encourage interested applicants to submit their materials as soon as possible.

Commitment to DEI

Personified’s mission is to help advance the progressive movement; and diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of that mission. We value varied perspectives in working to build a more inclusive world and workplace. We believe in the power of diversity, and as we grow as a company, we are committed to creating an environment that promotes inclusive culture and invites people of all backgrounds to join us.

Our commitment to these values is unwavering, and we strive to create and maintain a working environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

Senior Director of Field and Organizing

About Americans United 

Position Summary

Please visit the application URL for complete position details including salary and benefits: https://go.au.org/feminist

Administrative Assistant & Database Manager

Administrative Assistant & Database Manager

Part Time Position, Champaign, IL

The Graduate Employees’ Organization (GEO), IFT/AFT Local 6300, AFL-CIO is the labor union representing over 3000 Teaching Assistants, Graduate Assistants, and Pre-Professional Graduate Assistants at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. We are currently in the process of unionizing over 3700 Research Assistants.

The GEO is seeking to hire a permanent Administrative Assistant and Database Manager. This position is a part-time position, with an expected average of 20 hours per week. The Administrative Assistant & Database Manager’s core responsibilities are (1) Database management and maintenance, (2) Processing membership updates, (3) Office Staffing and (4) other membership organizing and coordinating duties as needed.

Key Job Responsibilities

Maintain the database of GEO members and their information
Maintain accurate records of GEO activities, including the GEO’s digital and physical archives
Support the work of GEO committees, in coordination with other GEO staff, especially through the production of data analyses and ad-hoc reports
Train other GEO staff, stewards, officers, and members on data entry
In coordination with other staff, ensure that the office is staffed for at least 20 hours per week during normal business hours and that the office is stocked with necessary supplies

Job Requirements

Willingness to occasionally work irregular hours
Capacity to work independently and with a team
The ability to make and follow through on a work plan
Experience maintaining a database; experience with Action Network and Airtable is desirable but not required
Experience with data analysis using Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets (preferred), R/Stata (not required)
Strong interpersonal skills to foster a welcoming environment for members
Writing and computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Suite
The ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
Previous experience in union organizing is highly desirable

Application Process

To apply, send a cover letter and resume including two or more references (phone numbers preferred), and contact information to [email protected] with the subject “Administrative Assistant Application.” To ensure full consideration, apply by June 30, 2025. After that date, applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

The targeted start date is August 4, 2025.

Salary & Benefits

Pay is $30/hour including paid time off for sick days and vacation
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and Retirement, among other benefits
This position is covered by the GEO Staff Union contract. The GEO Staff Union negotiates pay and benefits with the GEO.

Affirmative Action Statement

The GEO is an AA/EEO employer. Women, people of color, and LGBTQ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. The GEO encourages all applicants to use the cover letter, resume, references, or an additional info sheet in a format and length of your choosing, to disclose any information (voluntarily) as it relates to:

Any past experiences organizing to address issues of racism, sexism, homophobia, classism, etc. Including, but not limited to, why you were moved to organize on these issues and how that organizing experience empowered those people who are directly affected by institutionalized discrimination (women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, etc), and put those affected individuals at the forefront of organizing efforts.
Your potential future role as you see it as an organizer with the GEO and how you would address institutional forms of racism, sexism, homophobia, etc.

The GEO has historically organized around social justice issues. We encourage applicants to share similar organizing experiences and goals. Sharing this information is voluntary. Applicants should share as much information as they deem relevant to the job. Preference will be given to applicants who exhibit experience, passion, and an ongoing desire to overcome institutional and interpersonal forms of discrimination.

Program Associate, President’s Office

Fundamental Philanthropy, Inc. (FPI) is a boutique philanthropic and political consultancy based in Los Angeles. For more than a decade, the firm has worked with individuals, families, and organizations to help them use their resources (financial and otherwise) to drive social change. Our expertise lies in: developing grant making strategies, staffing foundation operations, mapping new trends, collaborating with thought leaders, and devising creative solutions to complex problems. Current key clients include: The Hearthland Foundation (Hearthland), the Righteous Persons Foundation (RPF), The Vera R. Campbell Foundation (VCF), and the Rosenzweig-Coopersmith Foundation (RCF).

Fundamental believes philanthropy is both a process and practice. We understand that it requires time, learning, partnership, intention, and invention to create new possibilities. We center equity in how we work and what we do. We engage staff and stakeholders with differing identities and experiences. We understand community is not a monolith but an ever-evolving constellation of practitioners, organizations, and neighbors who together can address problems and envision creative solutions.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

In a time of significant growth for the firm, Fundamental seeks a Program Associate to support the grants portfolio for the President’s Office. The President’s Office is a new department within the company and this role serves as one of its inaugural team members. The Program Associate, President’s Office is responsible for vetting grantee partners, monitoring the portfolios’ budgets, and executing program strategies with the firm’s President. The Program Associate, President’s Office will cultivate and maintain relationships with external partners, grantees, other funders, and field experts.

While this role will have touch points across all client accounts, it will be heavily focused on The Hearthland Foundation, for which Rachel Levin is also President of Philanthropy. The Hearthland Foundation was founded in 2019 to make grants and co-create projects that help build a shared democracy; tell a generative narrative about this country; and foster a culture of accompaniment. With a belief in the power of art, storytelling, and working together for the common good, the Foundation’s mission is to champion justice, equity, and connection one creative act at a time.

JOB DUTIES:

Reporting to the Chief of Staff within the President’s Office, this role’s duties include:

Grantmaking and Program Coordination:

· Research potential new grant partners.

· Support senior leadership in evaluating proposals and the applicant’s organizational capacity to achieve proposed objectives.

· Conduct programmatic and financial vetting of potential grantee partners, gathering additional information and resolving questions independently.

· Support the grant making process, including providing guidance to grant seekers on requests and general information inquiries, communicating directly with grantees.

· Build relationships with key grantees and partners and steward those relationships with care.

· Draft and prepare grant recommendation memos, framing letters, notification emails, board meeting presentations, research briefs and other materials for Foundation meetings and convenings and as requested by the firm’s President and/or Chief of Staff.

· Review and synthesize grantee reports for senior staff, organizing information and drafting progress reports.

· Conduct research, provide analysis, and build issue-area expertise.

· Maintain an active and accurate calendar of all grant life cycle touchpoints, notifying the President and/or Chief of Staff of upcoming communications needs.

· Manage active grants, including regular check-ins with grantees to notify them of approvals, assess progress, and/or flag deadlines.

· Manage and track program area budgets, working closely with the Operations & Grants Management team to ensure accuracy, fulfill reporting requirements, and monitor payments.

· Nurture a wide network of contacts and partnerships within the field, acting as a representative of the organization at key events, meetings, and conferences.

· Document and file key communications, reports, and narratives.

Project Management:

Steward and manage program-related projects and initiatives from start to finish.
Manage competing timelines and priorities while ensuring projects are moving forward, keeping the President’s goals and objectives in mind.
Assume responsibility for special projects from the President and/or Chief of Staff, as assigned.

Administration:

Work with the Executive Assistant to the President and/or the Chief of Staff to schedule President’s Office grantee meetings, advising on prioritization and flagging the President and/or Chief of Staff’s requests.
Participate in grantee meetings, including taking notes and disseminating information, as needed.

This role may include other duties as assigned. In Fundamental’s moment of growth, and given that this role and its office are inaugural, we anticipate the duties of the Program Associate, President’s Office to evolve based on the needs of the organization.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

· At least 6+ years of professional experience with increasing responsibility working in any of the following fields: journalism, media, arts, non-profit, advocacy, government and/or politics.

· Experience in one or more of the following areas: movement building, community organizing, social justice campaigns, policy development or advocacy, program management, and/or initiative management.

· Basic understanding of programs, philanthropic giving, and grantmaking strategies, with ideally at least 2 years of experience working in programs at a philanthropic organization.

· Ideally some experience working with artists and creative people who use their vision to shape narratives and social change movements.

· Exceptional verbal and written communicator in English. Can demonstrate compelling storytelling abilities and the summarization of complex information.

· Experience managing and tracking a budget.

· High level of interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels, across internal teams, and with various partners, communities, audiences, and stakeholders—particularly across intersecting identities such as race, class, age, and geography.

· Excellent judgment and discretion in handling confidential or sensitive situations and matters, as well as proven diplomatic, problem-solving capabilities.

· Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Word, Excel), and comfortable working on a Mac.

· Basic experience using—or willingness to learn—shared document platforms (such as Dropbox), office communication platforms (such as Slack), project management tools (such as Notion), presentation and design platforms (such as Adobe Acrobat and Miro), virtual communication platforms (such as Zoom), and donor databases (such as Salesforce).

This combination of experiences and skills is ideal to be successful in this role, but we do not require or expect to find a candidate with everything. If you possess many of these experiences and skills, we invite you to apply. We value candidates with a range of backgrounds and abilities, and recognize that everyone brings a unique professional and lived experience into the workplace. In all of the job function areas, reasonable accommodations are available, as needed.

FPI is an equal opportunity employer. FPI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, FPI complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

LOCATION & HOURS:

This is a full-time position, based in the Los Angeles, CA-area.

Fundamental is currently working via a hybrid model (three days in-person, two remote). Our offices are located in Culver City, CA. Core office hours are Monday through Friday, 10am – 4pm PT.

In addition, the Program Associate, President’s Office should anticipate some work hours that shift in support of the President and/or Chief of Staff’s schedule and travel, and may be asked to support the President and/or Chief of Staff at evening or weekend events. Travel is anticipated to comprise approximately 10-15% of this role (with flexibility).

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The salary range for this position is $85,000 – $100,000. This is a full-time, exempt position.

We care deeply about our team and ensuring folks remain healthy and focused on their wellbeing so they can bring their whole selves to work.

Our compensation package includes:

· 100% employee coverage for medical, dental, vision and life insurance

· 401k plan after one year of service (no match needed; minimum 7% employer contribution)

· All major holidays observed, and floating holidays available

· Paid weeklong summer and winter breaks (office closure)

· Paid vacation / personal time off

· Paid sick, mental health, and wellness time off

· Paid parental leave (starting at 12 weeks)

· Paid sabbatical (two months, following seven years of service)

· Professional development budget

· Hybrid schedule

· Organizational flexibility for asynchronous work and caretaking responsibilities

HOW TO APPLY:

Deadline: Rolling, through July 3, 2025.

Interested candidates should submit a résumé and a letter of interest detailing relevant experience as a philanthropic professional. In your letter, please also include a brief statement on your specific interest(s) in working with Rachel Levin, Fundamental, and Hearthland.

Verge Agency, Inc. is exclusively managing this search. Please submit all application materials to Lise Ragbir and Julia Hendrickson at [email protected].

Please note that no telephone calls are accepted. All inquiries, including any assistance or accommodation requirements due to a disability should be emailed to Verge.

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial screening conversation with Verge. Those candidates who advance through the interview process should expect approximately three rounds of interviews. A brief assessment may be requested from candidates as part of the process. Reference checks will be conducted at the conclusion of the process for two finalists. Interviews will take place virtually and in-person in Los Angeles, CA.

Evidence to Advocacy Specialist: Conflict and Crisis-Affected Settings

Please note: There is one vacancy for the Evidence to Advocacy: Conflict and Crisis-Affected Settings position, which can be based in either Nairobi or Dakar. Candidates must already have the right to work in the location for which they apply and for a minimum of two years.

INTRODUCTION TO GIRLS NOT BRIDES

Girls Not Brides is the only global organisation uniquely focused on creating and sustaining a worldwide movement to end child, early and forced marriage and unions (CEFMU) and ensuring that this movement leads to tangible change for the girls at risk or affected by the practice. We are a network of more than 1,400 civil society organisations in over 100 countries working in partnership to end child marriage.

Our vision is a world without child marriage where girls and women enjoy equal status with boys and men and can achieve their full potential in all aspects of their lives. Our vision challenges deeply embedded social norms that harm the lives of girls, women and their communities.

INTRODUCTION TO THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced individual to lead Girls Not Brides work on influencing, evidence and learning and technical support on CEFMU in conflict and crisis-affected settings. The role will play a leading role in strengthening and sharing evidence and raising awareness of child marriage in conflict and crisis-affected settings. They will catalyse stronger and more coordinated collective efforts to prevent and respond to child marriage in conflict and crisis-affected settings, working with and influencing key sectors and actors including civil society, UN agencies, and others.

The role-holder will work closely with regional teams to ensure this work is informed by the experiences, knowledge and priorities of Girls Not Brides members. This role sits within the Learning, Evidence and Impact Directorate, with a dotted line to the External Engagement team.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a dynamic professional with in-depth experience in the humanitarian and development sector. You have a deep understanding of evidence-based strategies and programmatic approaches to improve the lives of adolescent girls living in conflict- and/or crisis-affected settings with thematic and policy expertise on gender equality and/or child rights in humanitarian settings. You have strong relationships across the global humanitarian coordination system, among UN agencies, and key sectors including GBV, child protection, education and SRHR sectors, and a comprehensive understanding of the policy and funding landscape. You are an experienced advocate and influencer, who understands the priorities and motivations of actors working in conflict and crisis settings. You have strong experience of working with and convening different sector actors, including civil society organisations in different contexts.

Job location

Nairobi (Kenya) or Dakar (Senegal)

The successful candidate must already have the right to work in the location for which they apply (Nairobi or Dakar) and for a minimum of two years.

Fluency in English is essential for this role.

Working as a global team, all Girls Not Brides’ team members may from time to time be expected to work outside normal working hours (e.g. early morning or early evening); this is not a regular occurrence and is only to accommodate collaboration of teams across different time zones. This role may require regular international travel, as necessary.

Contract

This is a fixed-term (24 months) full-time role. The successful candidate will work from home for much of the time, with IT and communication equipment provided by Girls Not Brides. The successful candidate must already have the right to work in the location for which they apply and for a minimum of two years.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead on ensuring the latest evidence on child marriage in conflict and crisis settings informs humanitarian policy and practice

Establish and maintain a regularly-updated record of research and evidence on child marriage in conflict and crisis-affected contexts, including learnings and case studies from Girls Not Brides members
Synthesise key evidence, learning, and trends and develop products such as briefings, key messages, case studies, and other content to support influencing efforts and member learning
Build and maintain relationships with key external practitioners and researchers, NGOs / civil society, women’s rights organisations and UN agencies across regions affected by conflict and crises to monitor the latest evidence and approaches and contribute learning and evidence from Girls Not Brides
Represent Girls Not Brides in relevant regional research and advocacy networks with a focus on strengthening regional coordinated advocacy efforts and identifying research priorities and gaps.
Lead evidence-based influencing in global/cross-regional spaces to catalyse a stronger coordinated response to preventing and responding to child marriage in conflict and crisis-affected settings

Coordinating with the Advocacy team:

Lead on the development and implementation of an evidence-based influencing agenda on child marriage in conflict and crisis-affected settings, particularly focused on global/cross-regional spaces and/or regional spaces where agreed with Regional teams.
Identify and leverage advocacy moments, policy windows, and other opportunities to ensure prioritisation of child marriage within humanitarian prevention and response.
Identify and represent Girls Not Brides in relevant advocacy networks and coalitions to contribute to joined-up influencing across actors on this theme.
Leverage opportunities to integrate conflict/crisis setting messaging and asks into wider advocacy and policy documents, as appropriate and strategic.
Support Girls Not Brides members and National/State Partnerships in their (collective) work on child marriage prevention and response in conflict and crisis-affected settings.

In collaboration with Regional Teams:

Analyse and map the focus areas, evidence, and expertise of relevant Girls Not Brides’ members, National/State Partnerships and coalitions on prevention and response to CEFMU in conflict and crisis settings.
Convene Girls Not Brides’ members and key stakeholders across sectors to share and promote the uptake of the latest evidence and learning on what works to prevent and respond to child marriage and support married girls.
Support regional teams to strengthen support for members to influence and engage with humanitarian actors in relation to child marriage.
Work with the Partnership and Regional teams to identify potential new members for Girls Not Brides from the humanitarian sector, especially those working at national and sub-national levels.

Actively contribute to the broader work of the Girls Not Brides Secretariat

Contribute to tracking relevant progress against Girls Not Brides key performance indicators related to its learning and influencing work.
Contribute to development of funding proposals as requested.
Represent Girls Not Brides at relevant events and meetings.
Support global and regional evidence-based advocacy priorities and efforts.
Wider organisational responsibilities

Commit to the mission and vision of Girls Not Brides, putting these at the forefront of all planning, work and actions.
Uphold the core values of Girls Not Brides in all areas of work and interactions with colleagues, members, partners, and other stakeholders.
Comply with Girls Not Brides’ policies and processes, with note for safeguarding, diversity and inclusion, the code of conduct and data protection.
Ensure that internal databases and monitoring information are kept fully up-to-date.
Commit to ongoing personal development and learning.
Fulfil any other reasonable requests for the advancement of Girls Not Brides.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential experience

Significant experience working on gender equality, girls’ rights and/or child marriage in humanitarian settings, in a similar level role in the not-for-profit sector, an international/intergovernmental organisation, a social movement, research centre or social enterprise.
In-depth knowledge and experience of strategies and approaches to improve the lives of adolescent girls living in conflict and/or crisis-affected settings with thematic and policy expertise on gender equality and/or child rights.
Experience of inter-agency working and ability to convene partners from different sectors and backgrounds.
Significant experience working across cultures, geographies, and time zones; professional and/or lived experience in conflict or crisis-affected settings is highly valued.
Experience of working with a wide range of civil society organisations – from international NGOs to small grassroots organisations; knowledge of the challenges and opportunities facing civil society organisations, particularly women’s rights organisations.

Essential skills and knowledge

An in-depth understanding of the humanitarian sector, including how funding and prioritisation take place in humanitarian response across key actors.
Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to persuade and inspire others.
Outstanding written communication and the ability to write for different audiences and to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner.
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Ability to prioritise and deliver results when faced with competing demands, time constraints and unanticipated events.
Strategic planning and project management skills.
A keen eye for accuracy and attention to detail.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office tools particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Fluent written and spoken English.
Ability to build strong relationships while working remotely.
Essential values and attributes

Knowledge and experience of intersectional gender analysis and its application in programming, influencing, movement building, research and governance and a proven commitment to embody and advance gender equality.
Strong commitment to the mission and values of Girls Not Brides and our vision in relation to addressing child marriage and gender justice.
Skilled team worker with an inclusive and collaborative approach, in line with Girls Not Brides’ values.
Willingness to work flexibly and regularly travel internationally, as necessary.

How to Apply:

The closing date for applications is 23:59 GMT on Sunday 29 June 2025.

Interviews will take place between 7-9 July 2025.

To apply, please click on the ‘Apply now’ button on the job page (Evidence to Advocacy Specialist: Conflict and Crisis-Affected Settings job – Nairobi (Kenya) or Dakar (Senegal) – Girls Not Brides) and submit your CV and a brief cover letter clearly demonstrating how you meet the criteria.

We encourage all candidates to apply as soon as possible, as we may close this vacancy early if we receive a very high number of applications and won’t be able to accept further submissions.

Government Affairs Manager

Missouri Family Health Council champions the freedom to access sexual and reproductive healthcare—no matter who you are or where you live. Through programs like Title X, Free EC, and The Right Time, we partner with providers, support communities, and advocate for policies that protect care and expand rights. We ensure that everyone can get the care they need, without shame, judgment, or obstacles. Simply put, we do hard work and we do it well.

Our work is rooted in three core values:

● Justice: We fight for a world where equitable access to healthcare is a reality, not a privilege. We challenge systemic barriers and advocate for policies that uphold dignity and self-determination.
● Courage: We take bold stands, even when it’s difficult. We speak truth to power, innovate in the face of adversity, and support our partners and communities with unwavering resolve.
● Tenacity: We don’t give up. In a hostile landscape, we remain steadfast—finding creative solutions, sustaining our networks, and pushing forward to protect reproductive freedom.

If you’re a resilient and tenacious individual that excels at relationship building and navigating complex legislative dynamics with demonstrated success in leveraging advocacy opportunities to advance policy priorities on a local, state, or national level, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

As a member of the Programs team, the Government Affairs Manager is responsible for ensuring a functional connection between MFHC’s policy priorities and relevant local, state, and, occasionally, national policy and regulatory work, legislative advocacy, and lobbying, serving as a trustworthy resource to elected officials and their staff on issues related to sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice. They work in close collaboration with other members of the MFHC team and other health- and equity-focused coalition members and community partners in order to defend against legislative attacks to sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice, and pave the way toward implementation of proactive policies that move us closer to the vision that everyone has access to healthcare without shame, judgement, or obstacles.

WHAT YOU DO
The core of this role is developing and implementing legislative strategies to achieve MFHC’s policy priorities on the local, state, and federal levels. This includes a focus on:

Policy and Legislative Strategies
● Establish MFHC’s priorities in conjunction with MFHC’s Policy and Advocacy workgroup.
● In conjunction with the Advocacy Manager, design power-building strategies that activate MFHC’s base to effectively influence policymakers, including incorporating story-telling and person-level impact into the policy process.
● Effectively lobby policymakers to build support for MFHC’s policy priorities, provide written and verbal testimony, and prepare other advocates to testify on behalf of MFHC.
● Maintain an effective in-Capitol presence in order to support MFHC’s policy priorities.
● Inform strategies for institutional and local municipal changes to policy and practice to support MFHC’s mission in collaboration with the broader Programs department.

Relationship Building
● Build bipartisan champions to support MFHC’s proactive policy agenda.
● Serve as a trusted resource for accurate, clear, relevant information related to sexual and reproductive healthcare and provision to policymakers, state department leaders, and their staff.
● Create and maintain effective, supportive relationships with coalition partners and other stakeholders, focusing on finding common ground on which to advance policy priorities.

Analyze and Communicate Policy Details
● Supported by the Policy Analyst, read, understand, and monitor key policies moving through the legislative process and effectively communicate the impact (or potential impact) to relevant stakeholders, including MFHC staff and board, clinics, volunteers, and community partners.
● Draft suggested policy language and priorities for proactive bills and effectively share with relevant stakeholders.
● Provide clear, concise, and actionable summaries of legislative happenings with the goal of strategically mobilizing appropriate stakeholders toward power-building and legislative efficacy.

Power Building
● In conjunction with the Advocacy Manager and other key stakeholders, support in-Capitol activities like lobby days, legislative visits, and other actions to build and demonstrate community power.
● Facilitate an effective and compelling connection between policymakers and their constituents within the MFHC network, including through in-district visits and clinic tours.
● Occasionally conduct outreach and/or presentations to build MFHC’s stakeholder network to better achieve our shared policy priorities.

Additional Duties/Responsibilities
● Attend events, conferences, trainings, and meetings on behalf of MFHC, including tabling/outreach, as needed.
● Promote MFHC’s programs with passion and appropriate knowledge with partners/stakeholders.
● Other duties as assigned that support MFHC in meeting its mission.

This job offers a hybrid work situation while located within Missouri, but. MFHC offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Please read the full job description for more information, including what is required in your cover letter.

Advocacy Manager

Our work is rooted in three core values:

● Courage: We take bold stands, even when it’s difficult. We speak truth to power, innovate in the face of adversity, and support our partners and communities with unwavering resolve.

● Tenacity: We don’t give up. In a hostile landscape, we remain steadfast—finding creative solutions, sustaining our networks, and pushing forward to protect reproductive freedom.

If you are a flexible and adaptable individual that excels at organizing, power-building, and moving stakeholders to action in a challenging environment, we want to hear from you.

POSITION SUMMARY
A member of the Programs team, the Advocacy Manager is responsible for building community power to address systemic barriers that impact peoples’ ability to receive and offer sexual and reproductive healthcare. They work to organize and mobilize MFHC’s health centers, volunteers, patients, and partners to engage and advocate for MFHC’s policy priorities. They spend a lot of time in the field, building relationships, and moving people to action. The Advocacy Manager works in close collaboration with other members of the MFHC team and other health- and equity-focused coalition members and community partners in order to defend against legislative attacks to sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice, and pave the way toward implementation of proactive policies that move us closer to the vision that everyone has access to healthcare without shame, judgement, or obstacles.

WHO YOU ARE AND KEYS TO SUCCESS (the must-haves)
To be successful in this job, the following are crucial skills and abilities:

Demonstrated organizing and power-building ability, ideally in a hostile political/policy environment: At least three years of experience implementing organizing and power-building strategies to move stakeholders to action. Understands how to organize power to influence decision-makers.

Creative, resourceful, resilient, and responsive: Proposes solutions to issues without much guidance (but isn’t afraid to ask questions). Proactively asks for help, anticipates problems, plans, and course-corrects where needed to get to the finish line. Must be able to thrive in an ever-changing environment, shifting priorities due to external factors, and make sound decisions in the face of ambiguity.

Relationship builder: Enthusiasm for meeting and engaging with new and existing partners, community members and our network of providers. Listens closely to understand needs or concerns and takes steps based on that input. Responds to people in a timely manner. Provides clear, helpful, accurate information.

Clear and motivating communicator: Speaks clearly on behalf of the organization. Ability to take complex policy issues and, through various mediums, distill the information into compelling and motivational communications that mobilize people into action.

This job offers a hybrid work situation while located within Missouri. MFHC offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Please read the full job description for more information, including what is required in your cover letter.

Development Director

SUMMARY

The American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee (ACLU-TN) seeks an ambitious fundraising professional to be our next development director. This position is perfect for someone passionate about defending and advancing civil rights and liberties in Tennessee and the South. The right candidate will be a seasoned fundraiser, intentional planner, implementor, empathetic leader, collaborative and supportive teammate, and community and relationship builder.

The development director, a member of ACLU-TN’s operational leadership team reporting directly to the executive director, will lead and continue to develop a program that generates transformational gifts to support ACLU-TN’s current goals and future endeavors. The development team currently comprises this role plus a part-time development consultant, with administrative and data entry support from our operations department.

ACLU-TN’s office is in Nashville, TN, a rapidly growing city with a rich history in social justice and a fantastic music, arts, culture, and food scene. Staff work in a hybrid environment, with eight in-office days required per month. Candidates outside Tennessee will be considered for this position with the understanding that relocation to the state will be required. This position involves travel throughout Tennessee for donor visits.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and Implement Fundraising Strategy

Develop, lead, and evaluate a comprehensive annual development plan and budget that focuses on major gift fundraising with ambitious goals and clear metrics for cultivating major donors (gifts of $5,000 and greater), deepening donor commitments, and securing long-term support.
Develop and execute special cultivation and stewardship opportunities for supporters, provide executive-level support to senior staff in preparation for donor contact, and participate in donor cultivation events.
Develop and implement a five-year growth plan that includes the addition of another position within the ACLU-TN development department.
Strategically engage ACLU-TN program staff in donor outreach and cultivation.
Staff the ACLU-TN Board of Directors’ development committee.
Serve as a thought partner with the executive director and operational leadership team, proactively bringing strategy and solutions to ongoing challenges and opportunities.
Coordinate with the National ACLU development department and the ACLU nationwide development network.
Oversee migration from Salesforce to new database in June 2026 in conjunction with the National ACLU development department.
Promote a culture of philanthropy among ACLU-TN staff, board, donors, and volunteers.

Portfolio Management

Manage a portfolio of approximately 75-125 donors creating individual goals and a comprehensive plan for each donor based on their history of giving and the organization’s knowledge of that donor’s potential.
Solicit major annual and planned gifts through individual meetings with donors and prospects in collaboration with National ACLU.
Staff the development responsibilities of the executive director, which include focusing and prioritizing the executive director’s development-related time and duties, scheduling meetings with donors, partnering on meetings with donors, etc.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date database documentation of donor activities, moves, and interactions within the development director and executive director portfolios, including data entry and hygiene maintenance.

Donor Communications

Collaborate with the communications team on the ACLU-TN annual report and other materials and communications to donors and members to inspire increased philanthropic support.
Stay informed about programmatic priorities and key civil liberties issues in TN and nationally to effectively communicate ACLU’s impact to donors.
Manage and write communications (personalized proposals, reports, letters, emails, etc.) to current and prospective donors about ACLU-TN’s mission, activities, and successes in a compelling, inspiring, and motivating way, in keeping with approved affiliate messaging.
Coordinate with program leadership to identify valuable stories to share with donors.

Grants Management

Oversee grants program, including grants from National ACLU, as well as researching prospective foundations, tracking applications and LOI deadlines, partnering with operational and programmatic leadership to write grant applications and ensure regular reporting schedules, and preparing grant reports and other communication with funders based on donor interests and program progress.
Build grants program to achieve growth in the number of grants we apply for and receive each year.

Team Leadership and Development

Manage and supervise the development consultant and, over time, additional development staff, in a collaborative and goal-oriented way.
Oversee the operations team’s gift processing and donor database management workflows. Set clear goals and outcomes, support the team in achieving goals, and regularly evaluate team progress.
Provide the tools, training, and support to encourage professional growth.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will possess many of the following qualifications and attributes.

A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a development role, ideally in a rapidly evolving institution with progressive responsibility, and a proven track record of securing visits with prospective donors and soliciting, closing, and stewarding major gifts in the $10,000+ range.
Experience building a team and managing staff.
A commitment to and history of setting and achieving aggressive fundraising goals.
Successful experience converting donors/prospects into major donors and experience soliciting special, multi-year campaign commitments and planned gifts.
Proficiency with donor database management and systems to track goals, metrics, and progress.
Experience working across departments to create donor communications that result in donor cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation.
Experience successfully building and growing grants, major gifts, corporate giving, planned gifts, and individual giving programs.
Demonstrated support of ACLU’s mission and values.
Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication and presentation skills, with a demonstrated ability to simplify complex themes and activities into a short, compelling presentation or written piece.
A commitment to Community Centric Fundraising (CCF) principles and a belief that fundraising must be grounded in social and racial justice and equity.
Ability to travel within Tennessee and work occasional evenings, weekends, and irregular hours.

Additionally valuable:

Understanding of Tennessee’s philanthropic community.
Experience with advocacy or community-based nonprofit organizations.
CFRE or relevant credentials.
Experience soliciting 501(c)4 non-tax-deductible gifts.
Proficiency in Salesforce and/or Blackbaud.

COMPENSATION

The development director will receive a starting salary between $92,000 and $ 102,000 with an offer based on individual experience and abilities. New team members also receive excellent benefits, including 100%-employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance; 401(k) Plan including up to 5.5% employer contribution; annual professional development funds; and paid sick, vacation, and holiday leave. ACLU-TN reserves the right to alter or eliminate employee benefit plans and programs. This position is full-time, salaried, and overtime-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and applicable Tennessee law.

APPLY

If you’re excited about devoting your talents and skills to the ACLU of Tennessee, please submit your resume, letter of interest, and three professional references, including at least one prior supervisor. All applications are processed through the American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee Career Page (JazzHR). See their privacy policy.

Hiring Timeline

Monday, June 30: Priority Deadline
Week of July 7: Phone Screens
Week of July 14: Interviews Begin
By the end of July: Offer Extended

Phone calls or requests for meetings will not be accepted. Priority will be given to completed applications received by the priority deadline of Monday, June 30, 2025.

A Note to Potential Candidates: We recognize that potential candidates with identities that have been historically excluded from the fundraising field may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job description. We consider lived experience, volunteer work, and transferable work skills valuable. We also recognize that diverse experiences and a diverse staff enhance our ability to carry out our mission. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

ABOUT

ACLU-TN, the state affiliate of the National American Civil Liberties Union, is a private, non-profit, non-partisan public interest organization dedicated to defending and advancing civil liberties and civil rights through advocacy, coalition-building, litigation, legislative lobbying, community mobilization, and public education.

ACLU has been a leader in moving freedom forward in Tennessee for over nine decades. In 1925, when John Scopes was arrested for teaching evolution in a Dayton, TN public school classroom, ACLU cooperating attorney Clarence Darrow defended him. In the era of segregation, ACLU spoke out for racial justice and the right to assemble, including representing Dr. Martin Luther King during the sanitation workers’ strike in Memphis. In the wake of daily assaults on civil liberties and civil rights, ACLU-TN continues to show up and lead in the courtroom, at the Capitol, and in communities across the state to fight for criminal legal reform; voting rights; racial justice; LGBTQ equality and visibility; free speech; reproductive justice; and more.

ACLU-TN is an equal-opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU of Tennessee encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Black people; Indigenous people; people of color; lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, non-binary, gender-nonconforming, and intersex people; women; people with disabilities; protected veterans; and formerly incarcerated individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

ACLU-TN Tennessee makes every effort to ensure that its recruitment and employment practices provide all qualified persons, including persons with disabilities, full employment opportunities in all positions. ACLU-TN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Please do not hesitate to inquire at [email protected] if you need accommodations during the application or interview process.