Senior Communications Officer, Africa Team

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 marriage and ensuring that this movement leads to tangible change for the girls at risk or affected by the practice. We are a network of over 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 are able to 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.

We engage with wide-ranging stakeholders like government, civil society organisations, donors, research institutions and media to gather and share evidence and learning and build momentum to address child marriage in the region. There are 900+ Girls Not Brides member organisations in Africa. At present, the work of the Girls Not Brides secretariat is focused in both East and Southern Africa and in West and Central Africa.

INTRODUCTION TO THE ROLE

We are seeking a Senior Communications Officer to join our team based in Africa. The successful individual will sit in the Africa Team and work closely with the Communications Team, and as part of a cross-regional team across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean and the UK, to ensure regional work is represented across our cross-regional channels.

This position reports directly to the Head of Africa Engagement or any other person within the Africa team as designated by the Head of Africa Engagement.

The role comprises varied responsibilities, including contributing to the design of and leading the implementation of a regional communications strategy. The strategy will focus on positioning child marriage as a priority issue, effectively communicating the work of the Girls Not Brides secretariat and member organisations, creatively sharing evidence and learning in a way that is adapted to context and to diverse audiences at the national and regional levels, and integrating processes to ensure ethical communications, risk assessment and mitigation are in place.

ABOUT YOU 

We are looking for a passionate and talented bilingual (French and English) communications professional with experience of evidence-based storytelling, and the communication of evidence and learning to diverse audiences at the national and regional level. As Senior Communications Officer supporting the Africa Team, you will work closely with the Africa Team and our cross-regional Communications Team to strengthen our work and influence in the region and ensure it is represented across our cross-regional channels. You will work closely with member organisations in Africa to support their work and representation at the regional and global level and to contribute to further positioning ending child marriage as a key issue at regional and national levels in the Africa region.

You will have significant professional experience in strategic communications, including contributing to the development and implementation of context-sensitive, social-issue communications strategies.

Job location

Nairobi (Kenya), Dakar (Senegal), or Uganda.

The successful candidate must already have the right to work in the location for which they apply (Nairobi, Senegal, or Uganda) and for the full duration of the one-year fixed-term contract.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Regional communication work

In close collaboration with the Girls Not Brides Communication Team and Africa Team, support the development and implementation of a regional communications strategy for the region – including digital, media, publications etc and support to members – with the objective of positioning child marriage in the region and highlight the work of Girls Not Brides and its member organisations.
In collaboration with the Africa Team, develop, design and edit regional communications materials, including, but not limited to, publications, newsletters, mail-outs, infographics, fact-sheets etc.
In collaboration with the Girls Not Brides Africa Team and our cross-regional Communications Team, develop and deliver strategic communications advice and deliver communication plans for Africa team related workplan activities to increase the reach and impact of our work, ensuring key messages reach the right audiences and influence outcomes.
Work with the Girls Not Brides Communications and Africa Teams to identify, develop and produce compelling stories and informative content from the region in a variety of formats (e.g. written, audio-visual) – including through engagement with member organisations – that influence target audiences, position ending child marriage and showcase the impact of Girls Not Brides and our members
Work closely with the Girls Not Brides Communications and Africa Teams to ensure the region is represented in a context-specific way across our communications channels (e.g. website, traditional media, social media etc) including the update and translation of key documents in English and French.
Provide technical support to Girls Not Brides members, National Partnerships and coalitions as needed in their communications as well as support any communications training and capacity building sessions, if needed.
Provide strategic advice and support to diverse teams, fostering open communication and proactively supporting colleagues to achieve shared goals.
Contribute to campaigns and other influencing and advocacy initiatives in the region and active engagement countries.
Monitor and analyse the success of communications campaigns in supporting the achievement of organisational objectives.

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

Experience

A minimum of 7 years professional experience in a similar role in the not-for-profit sector, an international/intergovernmental organisation, a social movement or social enterprise.
Experience developing and delivering successful communications plans and campaigns that support organisational objectives.
Experience in working on sensitive issues in a balanced way, rooted in strong ethical communications and safeguarding protocols and the ‘do no harm’ principle, with a focus on solutions-driven messaging rather than sensationalism.
Experience in developing and producing stories and creative communications concepts.
Experience developing and delivery content for a variety of channels (e.g. media, website, publications, social media etc).
Experience in supporting non-specialists to develop relevant communications technical skills and materials.
Proven experience of applying human rights-based and feminist approaches and experience of working with young people and adults at risk through ethical communications.
Experience in supporting the development and delivery of communications strategies.

Skills and knowledge

A good understanding of civil society organisations and their operational contexts in East and Southern Africa and West and Central Africa.
A good understanding of how to tailor messaging and content to target specific audiences to achieve objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and French with proven ability to write for different audiences.
Proficiency in photography/film making/video editing/graphic design.
Demonstrated ability to develop and manage communications platforms, relationships with consultants and suppliers, including photographers, designers, translators, etc.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams, build strong relationships, and proactively support colleagues to achieve shared goals.
Ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure, prioritise and juggle multiple tasks within tight deadlines, and to deliver time-sensitive high-quality work.

How to Apply

The closing date for applications is 23:59 GMT on Sunday 22 June 2025.

A written assessment will be sent to the longlisted candidates on Tuesday 1 July, to be completed by Wednesday 2 July 2025.

Interviews with shortlisted candidates will then be scheduled for the week commencing Monday 7 July 2025.

To apply, please click on the ‘Apply now’ button on the job page and submit your CV and a brief cover letter clearly demonstrating how you meet the criteria.

We regret that due to the large number of applications anticipated, only longlisted candidates will be contacted.

People and Culture Manager (2 year fixed- term contract)

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 over 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 are able to 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

Girls Not Brides is seeking to appoint a People and Culture Manager who will support a strong, collaborative organisational culture. This is an exciting opportunity for a values driven individual to join Girls Not Brides while we shape our organisational strategy for 2026 and beyond, working with team members who are passionate about our mission.

This role will be responsible for supporting the full experience and team member life cycle. The key areas of responsibility will include providing support, advice and guidance on organisational culture, recruitment and selection, onboarding and retention, pay and benefits, people plans, well-being, learning and development and people management procedures and policies.

A significant influence on our organisational culture and ways of working, supporting our ambition to become an employer of choice, through a positive and inclusive working environment will be a priority for this role. Having responsibility for the day-to-day management of the HR function, this will be a varied but rewarding role, open to new and innovative ways of working and approaches to achieve the organisational strategy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

People and Culture 

·       Provide professional ongoing support and people management expertise to team members through coaching, mentoring and training on people and culture practices.

·       Influence and support the strategic direction of the organisation, working closely with the Director of People and Culture.

·       Develop team member planning strategies for organisational and developmental changes considering internal and external factors.

·       Responsible for reviewing HR systems, processes and providing relevant reports for informed decision making.

·       Draft and manage all team member contracts, ensuring the documents are accurate, tailored to the specific context and legally compliant.

·       Regularly review team member job descriptions to ensure they are up-to-date, consistent and aligned with the grade framework and organisational needs.

·       Manage relevant team member benefits packages while liaising with relevant stakeholders/ benefit providers and managing relevant budgets.

·       Conduct market salary review/ benchmarking and provide recommendations for amendments to the pay and benefits policy.

·       Manage employment checks compliance, such as DBS, proof of right to work etc. Supporting the Operations team with UK visa queries or country specific queries.

·       Lead on talent acquisition, retention, and leaver processes working closely with the relevant teams.

·       Responsible for coordinating the monthly payroll and helping to resolve any pay queries from team members, working closely with the finance team.

·       Contribute to broad operational activities, processes and procurement activities.

·       Continuously review and develop people and culture policies, procedures following best practice and aligned to relevant legislation.

Champion organisational culture and values

·       Model and champion Girls Not Brides characteristics/ behaviours in alignment with the organisational values while promoting and engaging with the whole team to reflect these values.

·       Work alongside the Health and Safety Committee and other stakeholders to ensure that the organisation has a comprehensive wellbeing strategy and support with its delivery.

·       Review organisational support programmes in place to ensure they are reflective of our organisational values needs.

·       Deliver and report on an annual employee engagement survey to ensure feedback from employees is gathered and communicated to support and improve organisational development, employee engagement and job satisfaction.

·       Champion and embed best practice in diversity, equality, and inclusion across the organisation.

·       Proactively explore and utilise new technology and tools to ensure relevant operational systems are streamlined, fit-for-purpose, offers excellent value for money and is user-friendly.

Lead organisational and individual learning and development

·       Manage and develop the performance management process and policy, to drive a learning culture, embed organisational values and achieve strategic objectives.

·       Oversee and advise on all team member training and professional development to meet and integrate with organisational strategy and policy, while managing a budget.

·       Ensure the organisation gathers team member feedback for continuous professional learning and development while ensuring we achieve training aims, objectives and value for money.

·       Present findings and recommendations on learning and development to the Senior Leadership Team as required.

·       Establish and maintain appropriate systems for identifying, planning and measuring learning and development needs.

Wider Organisational Responsibilities

·       Support copywriting, proofreading and translation of communications outputs across our core languages as required

·       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, including 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

Experience

·       Substantial experience in human resources, including within a diverse environment.

·       A strong track-record of maintaining confidentiality, providing appropriate advice and expertise.

·       A strong track-record of managing complex and sensitive organisational issues with empathy, fairness, consistency and values led.

·       Proven experience of successfully reviewing and implementing HR information management systems, processes, and implementing policies.

·       Exceptional attention to detail and able to work within a team and on own initiative.

·       Experience managing work involving legal compliance and working with complex processes and documents.

Skills and knowledge

·       Qualification (CIPD Level 5) or advanced training in relevant areas such as human resources, organisational management or employment law (highly desirable).

·       Advanced knowledge of current best practice in people management and employment policies, procedures and legislation preferably in the charity sector.

·       Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality and knowledge of GDPR.

·       Project management skills, strategic thinking and problem solving.

·       Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships and effective verbal and written communicate.

·       Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new areas of work.

·       Ability to deal with change, competing demands, multiple priorities, time constraints and unanticipated events.

·       Excellent written and spoken English.

·       Proficiency in recent versions of Microsoft Office suite.

Apply through the relevant job page:

Nairobi Applicants: https://girlsnotbrides.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/145?target=frame

London Applicants: https://girlsnotbrides.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/142?target=frame

General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer

Planned Parenthood North Central States

Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota

Position: General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer

 

Organizational Overview

Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS) and its subsidiary organizations provide, promote, and protect reproductive and sexual health through high quality care, education, and advocacy. Each year, PPNCS provides health care to nearly 100,000 people and health education to more than 55,000 people in the region.

 

A Key Role in Public Health

Planned Parenthood North Central States believes all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal goals and choose their own path towards a healthier, more meaningful life. That’s why they protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of young people and families with empathy, care, and respect. A member of America’s most trusted reproductive health care provider, PPNCS is proud to support and operate health centers across a five-state region.

 

Science-Backed Education and Resources

Planned Parenthood North Central States educators are experts in their field and offer a wide variety of age-appropriate, research-based programs that are tailored to each audience. Each year, they provide health education to more than 55,000 people in the region.

A Leader in the Fight for Reproductive Health, Access, and Rights

PPNCS champions policies that enhance access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive care and education.

Our Mission:

  • Ensuring full, healthy lives for all, irrespective of background.
  • Delivering inclusive, high-quality sexual and reproductive health care.
  • Advocating for policies that protect reproductive rights.
  • Offering medically accurate education on human sexuality and relationships.
  • Promoting research to improve reproductive health care access.

Our History:

In 1916, the idea of Planned Parenthood began at the first birth control clinic, in Brownsville, Brooklyn. Today, there are nearly 600 Planned Parenthood health centers around the country, operated by 49 local affiliates.

Planned Parenthood is the leading provider of high-quality, affordable health care, and the nation’s largest provider of sex education. More than two million patients each year rely on Planned Parenthood and its affiliates for expert, innovative, and inclusive health services.

 

Position Description

 Title: General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer

Organization: Planned Parenthood North Central States

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer & Board of Directors

Location: Twin Cities Metro, Minnesota

Website: Planned Parenthood North Central States

 

Summary:

The  General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer for PPNCS oversees and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Legal and Compliance Programs. The General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer will design, implement, audit, and report on the affiliate’s compliance programs, ensuring the organization is in compliance with applicable rules, regulations, contractual requirements, and policies. The General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer will inform and advise the CEO, Executive Team Members, and Board of Directors on areas of risk and strategies for risk mitigation. Additionally, when appropriate, the General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer will provide legal counsel to the affiliate’s ancillary organizations. The General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer is an advocate in implementing our mission of “Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all.” They may perform other related duties as assigned.

Questions? Contact [email protected]

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor from accredited law school.
  • Current, unrestricted Minnesota Attorney license or licensed in another jurisdiction and eligible for admission in Minnesota.
  • Minimum of five years of experience as a General In-House Council, preferably for a non-profit, and/or five years in private practice.
  • Expertise in contracts and/or employment and labor law.

Preferred:

  • Health care experience.
  • Familiarity with operational, financial, quality assurance, and human resource procedures and regulations.

Key Requirements:

  • Strong commitment to the goals and policies of Planned Parenthood.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to interact effectively with cross functional teams.
  • Highly organized with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and build and maintain relationships.
  • Excellent negotiation and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to identify issues, collect data, analyze information, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Technology skills including computer and applicable software skills.
  • Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and create a positive environment that promotes belonging.
  • Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Self-directed and motivated with an ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Results-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a rapidly changing environment.
  • Ability to effectively respond to inquiries and concerns from stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and the business community.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Overall

  • Advises the President/CEO, Executive Leadership Team, the Board of Directors, and other staff as necessary.
  • Ensures ethical compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
  • Participates in legal matters where there is subject matter expertise related to corporate governance, healthcare, real estate, contracts, labor relations and employment, patient privacy laws, human resources, insurance, audits, proposed legislation, risk management, and security.
  • Drafts, reviews, and tracks legal documents including contracts, leases, and policies and procedures.
  • Serves as the primary liaison with outside counsel and on occasion represents the organization in arbitrations and/or legal issues.
  • Works in partnership with the external legal counsel for PPNCS and when appropriate, its ancillary organizations.
  • Develops and implements special projects as directed by the President and CEO.
  • Responsible for overseeing the organization’s accreditation process.
  • Develops, oversees, and manages an annual budget including external legal fees.
  • Identifies and secures pro bono opportunities for legal counsel.

Compliance & Risk Management

  • Manages day-to-day operation of the Compliance program – developing, implementing, monitoring, auditing, and reporting on the organization-wide compliance.
  • Develops, maintains, and revises policies and procedures to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct.
  • Provides support to the Board’s Enterprise Risk Management Committee.
  • Collaborates with other departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate channels for investigation and resolution. Consults with outside counsel as needed to resolve difficult compliance issues.
  • Establishes and provides direction and management of the Compliance Hotline.
  • Serves as the affiliate’s Privacy Officer.
  • Provides oversight of the affiliate’s Code of Conduct to ensure continuing currency and relevance in providing guidance to management and employees.
  • Responds to alleged violations of rules, regulations, and policies by evaluating and recommending the initiation of investigative procedures.
  • Reports violations or potential violations to enforcement agencies as appropriate and/or required.
  • Ensures an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers.
  • Oversees and is responsible for the affiliate’s compliance and risk management program, including fraud, waste, and abuse matters.

Legal

  • Advises on legal questions and issues that relate to matters involving the affiliate, including litigation, health care law, employment and labor law, legislation, and other matters as appropriate.
  • Oversees and provides supervision to legal staff, law clerks, and associate attorneys.
  • Serve as liaison to outside legal counsel and Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA).
  • Reviews contracts, leases, and agreements, and oversees management of contract renewals, notices, and terminations.
  • Partners with COO and CFO to ensure annual insurance coverages and coordination of claims.
  • Provides guidance related to maintaining the affiliate’s 501c3 status.
  • Identifies potential areas of legal vulnerability and risk; develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues and provides guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.

Workplace Values and Commitments

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.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: Planned Parenthood North Central States has identified a salary range of $250,000-$300,000 for this role. The actual starting salary will be determined based on length and breadth of relevant work experience, credentials, education, special skills, accomplishments, market competitiveness, internal equity, and budget considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive pay for all employees.

We aim for a transparent, intentional compensation approach to ensure empowerment that leads to equity. A transparent approach empowers employees to ask questions. An intentional approach is one way to address active and historical bias of marginalized identities.

Benefits and Perks: PPNCS is committed to offering competitive benefits for a total compensation package. Our compensation philosophy is to provide an equitable and competitive compensation strategy to attract, retain, and recognize high-performing employees throughout the organization.

 

These benefits include:

  • 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
  • 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

Questions: [email protected]

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. *

Director of Development

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: CFAO

Supports: CEO, Regional Grant Managers, Regional Directors

Location: Remote. Must be available for regular in-person visits to Washington, DC, and in-person meetings as required (25% travel expected).

Starting Salary Range: $125,000-$140,000

ABOUT EMERALD CITIES COLLABORATIVE

The Emerald Cities Collaborative (ECC) is a national nonprofit organization that partners with labor unions, community organizations, social justice advocates, development intermediaries, research and technical assistance providers, and socially responsible businesses to build high–road, sustainable, just, and inclusive regional economies. ECC envisions a future in which American cities are the greenest and most equitable in the world, leading the way to head off global climate change while creating a vital new economic sector with low-income and communities of color as central actors and beneficiaries in this new economy. Visit our website for more information: http://www.emeraldcities.org/

ABOUT THE POSITION
Emerald Cities Collaborative is seeking its first Director of Development to oversee national fundraising for the organization. We are seeking an experienced professional and strategic thinker to advance the organization’s mission, guide its philanthropic, corporate, and individual giving fundraising strategy, oversee and execute related events and relationship-building activities, and manage relationships across various fundraising platforms.

The Development Director will coordinate with a collaborative team of National staff, Regional Directors, and Regional Grant Managers to build and articulate a clear fundraising strategy and vision for the organization as a whole.

Here’s what you could expect to do as our first Director of Development (key responsibilities):

Fundraising Strategy & Leadership

  • Lead ECC’s overall fundraising strategy, including philanthropic, corporate, government, and individual giving, to advance our mission and financial sustainability.
  • Collaborate with the communications and leadership teams to shape messaging that resonates with supporters and reflects our values.
  • Write compelling solicitation and stewardship materials, including letters, emails, and donor communications.
  • Prepare and support staff and board members to represent ECC as active ambassadors in their communities.

Philanthropic, Corporate & Organizational Giving

  • Proactively seek opportunities to share ECC’s mission and build relationships with aligned funders and partner organizations.
    Develop and maintain a centralized list of key contacts across foundations, corporations, and institutions.
    Coordinate outreach efforts and cultivate long-term, values-driven partnerships.

Individual Giving

  • Explore, design, and implement an individual giving program, focusing on major gifts and legacy giving, in collaboration with the board and staff.
  • Develop and manage a pipeline of major donor prospects, stewarding relationships with care and intention.

Grant Management

  • Oversee ECC’s grant pipeline, timelines, and submission process to ensure coordination across teams and alignment with funder priorities.
  • Collaborate with Regional and National Program Directors to gather inputs and meet multiple grant deadlines.
  • Write, edit, and review proposals and reports with a focus on clarity, quality, and impact.
  • Build and sustain strong relationships with grant officers and foundation contacts.

Event Management

  • While ECC does not presently host fundraising events, if events become part of ECC’s strategy, lead all aspects of planning, sponsorship, and execution.
  • Design sponsorship packages, build prospect lists, and ensure meaningful recognition through print, digital, and in-person benefits.

Database & Systems Management

  • Develop and manage ECC’s funder database in Salesforce to track engagement, inform strategy, and improve donor stewardship.
  • Support the transition to Salesforce, train staff, and ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and alignment with organizational needs.

Team Management & Collaboration 

  • Partner with Regional Directors to align fundraising goals with annual plans and budgets.
    Hire, supervise, and support development team members through clear work plans, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
    Conduct regular check-ins and foster a collaborative, growth-oriented development culture.

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced fundraising professional with:

  • 5+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising and project management, with a Bachelor’s degree
  • Prior work or educational experience in climate justice is strongly preferred.
  • A strong commitment to ECC’s mission, values, and social impact
  • Proven leadership in managing teams and driving fundraising strategy.
  • Excellent project management and goal-setting skills.
  • Strong communication abilities: clear, compelling, and adaptable.
  • Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms.
  • Confidence in building stakeholder relationships and securing support.
  • A track record of working collaboratively in diverse, distributed, fast-paced environments.
  • Commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in both values and practice.
  • Comfortable with self-reflection, willing to learn, and capable of honestly working through conflict.
  • Experience in developing and managing events, especially fundraising events, preferred.

BENEFITS 
Starting salary: $125,000 – $140,000
100% Medical premium coverage, Short-term/long-term disability insurance
3% 401(k) contribution, non-elective
Life insurance
20 days PTO, 12 days sick leave, 13 Holidays
Fridays off all summer

HOW TO APPLY
Emerald Cities Collaborative has engaged Parkes Philanthropy to support this hiring process. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected], with the subject line “Director of Development, Emerald Cities Collaborative”. Applications received by Friday, June 20th, will be given priority, therefore, we encourage you to submit yours soon.

Women, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and other people from communities traditionally underrepresented in the environmental and energy efficiency sectors are encouraged to apply.

Emerald Cities Collaborative is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

Senior Back-end Developer

The National Democratic Training Committee is looking for a Senior Back-end Developer to help us create and maintain a best-in-class training experience for Democrats across the country. This role requires an individual with a strong understanding of high performance server side technologies, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a passion for creating web applications.

As a critical part of our organization you will be responsible for architecting, building, and maintaining our systems to provide Democratic candidates, staff, and local leaders with a seamless experience.

This full-time position will join the Engineering team and will report to the CTO.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable JavaScript code (primarily Node.js).
  • Implement server-side logic to define and maintain the central database, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end.
  • Develop and maintain data integration jobs using AWS services.
  • Develop and maintain AWS environment provisioning using Terraform
  • Maintain AWS services and maintain a high level security posture
  • Implement security and data protection protocols.
  • Assist in architecting and implementing NDTC’s technology ecosystem using modern cloud computing and microservices
  • Scope technical work required to implement projects and create development timelines.
  • Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and apply new learnings to our software development practices.

Disclaimer: The job description is not designed to include a comprehensive listing of responsibilities that are required to be executed by the employee. In order to best serve NDTC’s mission, responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with reasonable notice provided.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • 5+ years of experience in back-end development.
  • Experience maintaining an AWS environment using Terraform or other infrastructure as code tools
  • Experience with RESTful APIs and API communications.
  • Experience with Docker containers and AWS services like Lambda Functions, RDS, DynamoDB, API Gateway, Cloudfront and Cognito.
  • Experience developing and maintaining single sign on capabilities using Cognito
  • Working knowledge of database technologies (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and ORM frameworks.
  • Proficiency in JavaScript/ES6 is required.
  • Familiarity with Unit Testing frameworks and/or End-to-End testing frameworks
  • Familiarity with code versioning tools, such as Github.
  • Experience implementing CI/CD tasks and pipelines
  • Familiarity with Bash or Python scripting
  • Experience with performance testing frameworks.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Location
This is a remote position open to candidates located in the United States. NDTC is a fully remote workplace. We have staff all across the country, with large groups centralized in Chicago and Washington, D.C.

NDTC requires all staff to be legally authorized to work in the United States.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: NDTC requires all full-time, exempt employees to provide proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination per CDC guidelines, unless a medical or religious accommodation is requested and approved. Reasonable time frames for compliance will be provided for candidates who need to complete a full vaccination cycle under this policy. Please reach out if you have further questions or concerns about this policy and how it may apply to your candidacy at NDTC.

About NDTC as an Employer

NDTC believes that our differences enhance our strength as a political party—and as a nation—and we as an organization benefit from staff of diverse races, ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, economic backgrounds, abilities, and other facets of our identities.

Compensation + Benefits:

  • Pay: Salary is commensurate with experience, with a range of $110-$140k per year
  • Healthcare: 100% employer-paid health, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance available at the start of the first full month of employment
  • Retirement Option: 150% employer match on the first 6% of contributions to 401(k)
  • Flexible paid time off + all Federal holidays off + NDTC’s offices close for one week for Thanksgiving and a two-week winter break at the end of December.
  • Equipment: Laptop, keyboard, mouse, monitor
  • Professional Development: At NDTC, we value professional development and career growth. We provide $700 per calendar year for each staff member’s professional development.

Application Process
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The interview process for this role will include 2 interviews which we expect to take less than a month.

To apply please email [email protected] with:

  • Your resume.
  • A link to your online portfolio or GitHub (if available).
  • The date you are available to start.

Please list “Senior Back-end Developer” in the subject line. No calls, please.

Communications Officer (1 year fixed-term contract)

Location: London, UK or Nairobi, Kenya (Hybrid/Remote options available depending on location)
Contract: One year, fixed-term, with potential for renewal

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 looking for a Communications Officer to join our Communications Team on a fixed-term basis, with potential for renewal. Reporting to the Head of Communications, this role will provide support across the organisation and across a range of communications functions, including copy-writing, storytelling, and content creation across our communications channels. This position will play a pivotal role in supporting us to increase our internal capacity to communicate our work effectively, respond rapidly to enquiries, position ourselves and our members as thought-leaders, reach strategic audiences, and shape conversations around ending child marriage.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Communications outputs and storytelling

  • Develop and produce a range of written communications outputs and content, including blog posts, press releases, newsletters, news stories, opinion pieces, and other content across various channels. Support colleagues across the organisation with writing and editing compelling blogs and written content.
  • Support the development and production of engaging content across videos, graphics, infographics and others.
  • Develop and implement communications plans working in collaboration with teams across the organisation to support us in reaching and influencing our target audiences.
  • Support the day-to-day activity of Girls Not Brides’ website, including developing, editing, and publishing content in 3 languages (English, French and Spanish), optimising content for web, and updating static pages when needed. Support colleagues across the organisation with writing and editing compelling website content.
  • Develop newsletters for our supporters, and support colleagues across the organisation with writing and editing compelling email content.
  • Coordinate Girls Not Brides’ press office function and media inbox, managing and coordinating day-to-day media enquiries and responding to requests in coordination with internal teams.
  • Liaise with external contractors for content production as needed.
  • Liaise with regional teams on priority issues and development and implement communications and dissemination plans for key events, advocacy moments and learning outputs.

Projects, processes and reporting

  • Support the development and implementation of communications processes and procedures.
  • Support the selection and implementation of software that improves the efficiency of our communications activity.
  • Manage and maintain digital assets through our digital asset management system.
  • Follow ethical communication principles, ensuring best practices are followed for informed consent and ethical storytelling.
  • Support monitoring and reporting of the impact of our communications activities and our audience engagement across digital channels.
  • Play an active role in the Communications Team, working on whole team projects as required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience

  • Significant professional experience in a communications role in the not-for-profit sector, an international/intergovernmental organisation, a social movement, research centre, or social enterprise.
  • Professional experience in developing and implementing communications plans across multiple channels and for different target audiences.
  • Experience in developing engaging written content across multiple channels and audiences.
  • Experience in developing engaging visual and audiovisual content across multiple channels and audiences.
  • Experience organising and maintaining content management and digital asset management systems.
  • Experience managing inboxes and responding to queries.
  • Experience working with external consultants and suppliers.
  • Experience in ethical content gathering, including photography, film and written storytelling, and knowledge of ethical best practices and standards for public relations professionals.

Skills and knowledge

  • Exceptional written communication skills in English, with the ability to effectively convey complex ideas and key messages with nuance to diverse audiences.
  • Proficiency in crafting compelling written storytelling content for various platforms, including media, press, website, blog, and newsletters.
  • Proficiency in using software for audiovisual and visual content creation, such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Capcut, and others.
  • Proficiency in using software to manage email marketing, social media channels, and websites.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Strong knowledge and demonstrable engagement in girls’ rights.
  • Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Proactive, excellent time-management and project-management skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ablity to speak, read and write in at least one other language, ideally French is desireable.

See full job description on the job page.

How to apply

Please note: There is one Communications Officer position, which may be based in Nairobi or London. Candidates must have the right to work in their chosen location for the duration of the one-year contract.

Apply via the relevant job page by 23:59 local time on Wednesday 11 June 2025:

Nairobi applicants: https://girlsnotbrides.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/139?target=frame
London applicants: https://girlsnotbrides.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/140?target=frame

See full application process and timeline on the job page.

Staff Attorney/Senior Staff Attorney

Planned Parenthood is the nation’s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for all people, as well as the nation’s largest provider of sex education. With more than 600 health centers across the country, Planned Parenthood organizations serve all patients with care and compassion, with respect, and without judgment, striving to create equitable access to health care. Through health centers, programs in schools and communities, and online resources, Planned Parenthood is a trusted source of reliable education and information that allows people to make informed health decisions. We do all this because we care passionately about helping people lead healthier lives.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports the independently incorporated Planned Parenthood affiliates operating health centers across the U.S. Planned Parenthood Action Fund is an independent, nonpartisan, not-for-profit membership organization formed as the advocacy and political arm of Planned Parenthood Federation of America. The Action Fund engages in educational, advocacy, and electoral activity, including grassroots organizing, legislative advocacy, and voter education. Planned Parenthood values the experience of employees, and our cultural ethos is “In This Together” which aims to support a workplace culture that centers on belonging, learning, and individual recognition.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) and Planned Parenthood Action Fund seek a Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney, with the title to be based on years of legal experience. This job will report to a Managing Senior Staff Attorney in the Public Policy Litigation and Law (PPL&L) department of PPFA. The Public Policy, Litigation & Law Department (PPL&L) represents PPFA and Planned Parenthood affiliates in policy matters that affect the mission of the organization. PPL&L provides legal advice to, and when appropriate, conducts litigation in, state and federal courts across the country on behalf of PPFA and Planned Parenthood affiliates in order to protect and expand access to sexual and reproductive health care.   This role operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring at least 2 days per week in-office (NYC or DC).

Purpose:
The primary responsibilities of the attorney in this position will revolve around conducting significant and high visibility litigation on behalf of PPFA or Planned Parenthood affiliates, and providing legal advice to PPFA and Planned Parenthood affiliates about legal issues such as pending legislation, regulatory matters, and activities of those opposed to Planned Parenthood that interfere with our ability to provide comprehensive reproductive health care.

Engagement:
The attorney in this position will work closely with the members of the PPL&L team, as well as with affiliate leadership and staff, other PPFA colleagues, coalition partners, and outside counsel.

Delivery:
• The attorney in this position will conduct litigation in state and federal courts across the country. Staff Attorneys are likely to have opportunities, over time, to draft trial court and appellate briefs and other filings; conduct discovery, including through document production and depositions; prepare fact and expert witnesses for deposition and trial testimony; present evidence and argument in state and federal court; communicate with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel; and review communications materials and respond to media inquiries.
• The attorney in this position may also be engaged in work related to pending legislation and regulatory matters; advising clients in navigating a rapidly shifting post-Roe environment, including by working closely with operational and clinical personnel both at PPFA and at affiliates; and coordinating with internal and external partners on litigation and related strategies, among other responsibilities.
• Current key areas of activity include litigation, risk advising, and responding to federal and state attacks relating to abortion access, gender affirming care, and participation in public funding programs such as Medicaid and Title X.
• The attorney in this position will also support the career development of more junior attorneys in the department, interns, and paralegals, and contribute to PPL&L’s ongoing work to center the communities most affected by laws restricting access to sexual and reproductive health and rights.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): 
Required Qualifications:
• Law degree.
• 4-9 years of legal practice. The successful candidate will have the title of Staff Attorney if they have 4-6 years of experience, or Senior Staff Attorney if they have 7-9 years of experience
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Established interest in public interest work, sexual and reproductive health and rights, and/or impact litigation is a plus, but not mandatory.
• Many different litigation career paths can develop skills that are valuable for this role; candidates are not expected to have experience in all aspects of the position. Experience in reproductive rights is not a requirement. PPL&L is committed to the professional development and growth of all team members. Relevant skills and experience include:
• Trial court and/or appellate drafting and argument experience
• Litigating Administrative Procedure Act claims
• Litigating or advising on issues arising under the Medicaid Act or other federal funding programs
• Experience working on trans rights issues and/or litigating cases to protect trans rights
• Experience working in a coalition and/or with co-counsel for multiple organizational clients
• Managing discovery, including document production and depositions
• Working with fact and expert witnesses, including in preparation for deposition and trial testimony
• Criminal defense and/or prosecutorial experience
• Advising clients on compliance and risk mitigation issues
• Reproductive justice work
• Communications work in connection with litigation
• Work on amicus briefs or strategy
• Mentoring or supervising more junior attorneys or other colleagues
• High proficiency in Google products
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to quickly changing priorities and ambiguous situations
• Commitment to PPFA’s mission and diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly surrounding race equity
• A deep commitment to Planned Parenthood’s mission of promoting Sexual and Reproductive Health

Travel: 0-10%

Location: This role is hybrid-based in either Washington, D.C., or New York, NY. 

Compensation Range:
Public Policy Litigation & Law has a scale that determines pay for non-managerial attorneys in our department by years of legal experience. Staff Attorney at 4-6 years legal experience: $127,611 – $138,821, and Senior Staff Attorney at 7-9 years legal experience: $147,845 – $160,833.

Pennsylvania Agriculture Projects Associate

Job Description:
This Central Pennsylvania-based position will work directly with farmers and landowners on a wide range of water quality improvement projects focused on agricultural best management practices, agricultural community engagement, riparian and upland reforestation, and more. The ideal location for this position will be in Centre, Blair, Huntingdon, Mifflin or Juniata counties. However, strong candidates located in surrounding counties will be considered. The Pennsylvania Agriculture Projects Associate is a fast-paced, full-time position working under supervision of the Pennsylvania Agriculture Projects Manager to help advance the Alliance’s Agriculture Program in Pennsylvania and throughout the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.

This position has a strong focus on outreach to farmers and private landowners. Substantial fieldwork is necessary, and, thus, field-savviness is integral to this position.

This position has a 18-month term with the opportunity to transition to a permanent role based on funding availability and performance.

Specific Duties of the Position:

  • Support the coordination, planning, and implementation of agricultural conservation practices on farms in Central Pennsylvania, which includes:
    • Conducting landowner outreach to priority farms of Alliance corporate and community partnerships.
    • Provide direct on-site farm support as needed, variable from week to week.
    • Develop and maintain relationships with farmers, agricultural consultants, contractors, federal and state agencies, corporate partners, conservation districts, and other industry stakeholders through site visits and meetings as needed.
    • Helps ensure project deliverables are met by providing field inspections and site visits.
  • Support the Alliance’s overall Agriculture Program strategic efforts by:
    • Providing event support, meeting coordination, and other administrative assistance with appropriate oversight, such as programmatic and financial reporting.
    • Support corporate partners’ strategy and planning.
      Contribute to the Alliance’s various Agriculture Program team efforts.

RFP: Inbound Saves Program

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: INBOUND SAVES PROGRAM

MoveOn Overview:

MoveOn is the largest rapid response political campaigning organization in the United States. We wield independent political power by bringing millions together to take action and mobilize for a just society where everyone can thrive.

For more than a generation, MoveOn has been the homebase for millions of people who refuse to accept the status quo and are moved to take action for progress. We have consistently been a bulwark against the radical right, channeling our voices to end wars, protect democracy, and advance justice for all.

Project title: Inbound Saves Program

Project begins: August 1, 2025

Project length: 1 year, with possibility to extend.

Project Overview: Vendor will manage donor calls and emails on behalf of MoveOn, provide live agent support, handle database updates, and implement a Donor Saves program aimed at retaining donor contributions. Services will include maintaining high customer service standards, meeting defined performance metrics (e.g., speed of answer, abandon rate, donor satisfaction), and producing regular reports. The vendor will also develop and use MoveOn-approved scripts, train agents, and manage technical integration and reporting.

RFP submission date: Inbound telemarketing firms submit to [email protected] by 11:59pm, June 21 and put “Inbound Saves Program” in the subject line.

Scope of work:

The selected vendor will be responsible for delivering comprehensive inbound and email services in support of the MoveOn’s Inbound Saves Program. The services shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Inbound Call Handling
Provide live agent support to manage all inbound telephone calls received through MoveOn’s toll-free number. Agents will access MoveOn’s database to update donor records as needed and in accordance with MoveOn-specified procedures.

Provide basic information as directed by MoveOn, such as contact numbers for membership services.

Escalate calls to MoveOn’s internal teams when appropriate, including offering supervised transfers (introducing the caller to MoveOn staff before transferring the call).

2. Email Support and Ticket Management
Respond to donor inquiries submitted via email using MoveOn-approved standard language.

Ensure timely and accurate handling of all email communications, adhering to MoveOn service standards.

3. Donor Retention Program (Inbound Saves)
Implement the Donor Saves program designed to retain donor contributions by engaging callers seeking to adjust or cancel their giving.

Agents will be trained in techniques approved by MoveOn to maximize retained donation amounts.

4. Donation Processing
Accept donations via major credit card over the phone.

5. Hours of Operation
Standard hours are as follows:

Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time

6. Creative Services
Draft and revise call scripts in collaboration with MoveOn. All scripts must be reviewed and approved by MoveOn prior to use.

7. Training
Deliver agent training with support from MoveOn.

Develop a training manual incorporating information provided by MoveOn, sample database screenshots, FAQs, and standardized responses.

Agents must demonstrate proficiency in systems and scripts prior to program launch.

8. IT and Database Access
Maintain secure access to MoveOn’s database to accurately record donor interactions and donation details.

9. Reporting
Provide regular performance reports covering agreed-upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), with summaries of daily, weekly, and monthly results.

Reports to:Director of Donor Retention The firm will also work closely with MoveOn’s Chief Operating Officer, Donor Services and Retention Consultant and Technology & Data staff.

Proposal submissions: Participating firms may submit a proposal which includes the following information below:

Background: Name and contact information.

Experience: Tell us about firm’s relevant experience and peer clients.

Approach: In two pages or less, please tell us how you would approach the above scope of work. In your response, please include past and target metrics/successes for saves programs. Please explain how agents will be assigned to the account.

Equity: Please explain whether and how your firm has advanced the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion within the firm, and state how that is reflected in the leadership, ownership, and work of the firm — including if your firm is a union shop. Please share how your telemarketing firm internally embodies equity in its workplace culture and practices. Please share how you will center equity in your work for this project.

Cost and availability: Include an estimate for project rate in your proposal and any limitations on your availability.

References: Past clients (3) that MoveOn may reach out to as references, with contact information.

Most-favorable terms:

MoveOn reserves the right to make an award without further discussion of the proposal submitted. Therefore, the proposal should be submitted initially on the most favorable terms that the vendor could propose. There will be no best-and-final-offer procedure. MoveOn does reserve the right to contact a vendor for clarification of its proposal.
The vendor should be prepared to accept this request for proposal for incorporation into a contract resulting from this request for proposal. Contract negotiations may incorporate some or the vendor’s entire proposal. It is understood that the proposal will become a part of the official procurement file on this matter without obligation to MoveOn.
No obligation to contract

This request for proposal does not obligate MoveOn to contract for services specified herein.

 

Rejection of proposals

MoveOn reserves the right at its sole discretion to reject any and all proposals received without penalty and not to issue a contract as a result of this request for proposal.

 

Nondiscrimination

The vendor will adopt and disseminate a policy that the vendor, in employment, recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, promotion, demotion, layoff, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, ethnic identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, economic status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected basis.

 

 

Senior Specialist, Enterprise Systems

Planned Parenthood is the nation’s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for all people, as well as the nation’s largest provider of sex education. With more than 600 health centers across the country, Planned Parenthood organizations serve all patients with care and compassion, with respect, and without judgment, striving to create equitable access to health care. Through health centers, programs in schools and communities, and online resources, Planned Parenthood is a trusted source of reliable education and information that allows people to make informed health decisions. We do all this because we care passionately about helping people lead healthier lives.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports the independently incorporated Planned Parenthood affiliates operating health centers across the U.S. Planned Parenthood Action Fund is an independent, nonpartisan, not-for-profit membership organization formed as the advocacy and political arm of Planned Parenthood Federation of America. The Action Fund engages in educational, advocacy, and electoral activity, including grassroots organizing, legislative advocacy, and voter education. Planned Parenthood values the experience of employees, and our cultural ethos is “In This Together” which aims to support a workplace culture that centers on belonging, learning, and individual recognition.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) and Planned Parenthood Action Fund (PPAF) seek a System Administrator / System Analyst. This job reports to the Senior Director, Enterprise Systems in the Enterprise Systems team in the Information Technology department of PPFA. Enterprise Systems provides end-to-end systems support services for the business functions at PPFA with a focus on system implementation, product management, and maintenance of the organization’s business-specific application landscape to meet the requirements of PPFA’s business functions.

We are seeking a dedicated System Administrator & Analyst to join our IT team, focusing on the management and maintenance of our HR, Finance, and Procurement systems. This role requires technical expertise in system administration, with a focus on human resource information systems (HRIS), financial management software, and procurement platforms.

Purpose:
The primary focus of this role is to enhance, maintain, and administer our HRIS, finance, and procurement systems with the overarching goal of supporting end users who operate and interact with these systems. To accomplish this role, we need a technically adept resource capable of thoroughly understanding how an IT operational system is designed and operates. The ideal candidate will have experience with system configuration, management, user access and permissions, integrations, and upgrade / maintenance cycles. On a day-to-day basis, the System Administrator & Analyst will interface with stakeholders, manage system upgrades and integration projects, and work with engineers to resolve open tickets related to the systems within their domain.

Engagement:
The System Administrator & Analyst will collaborate with external stakeholders, including our HR, Finance, Development, and Tech Business Partner teams, to support our HRIS and Finance operational systems. This collaboration will provide the understanding and insights required to develop product roadmaps, manage operational enhancement projects, and maintain these systems. This role involves working closely with engineering and Tech Business Partners to improve the usability, performance, and reliability of these systems. Within the Enterprise Systems team, the System Administrator & Analyst will work with their colleagues and team lead to communicate progress on projects, tickets, stakeholder needs, and work to share best practices to improve how the overall team operates.

Delivery:
System Maintenance & Upgrades
• Perform regular maintenance tasks, including updates and patches for HR and Finance systems
• Coordinate system upgrades and communicate with tech business partners, business stakeholders, engineering, and QA to ensure smooth transitions and mitigate downtime
• Coordinate testing across the platform according to defined test strategy, release strategy, and best practices

System Integrations
• Work hand-in-hand with stakeholders and engineers to integrate HR and Finance systems with other organizational systems
• Ensure seamless data flow and interoperability between systems
• Partner with engineering and QA to ensure we have adequate automated test coverage over all critical integrations
• Monitor and ensure existing integrations are maintained
• Work closely with engineering and QA to troubleshoot and resolve issues with integrations

User Support & Training
• Acquire the necessary training and certifications for expert-level proficiency in the systems you are responsible for
• Provide customer guidance in the areas of application support, data analysis, retrieval, and self-serve, as well as ad-hoc reporting
• Coordinate the resolution of technical support issues (help desk through to engineering fixes)
• Help train users on how to effectively use system features/capabilities
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls as defined and approved by the business owner and according to InfoSec policies
• Address and resolve user-reported issues promptly

Data Management and Security
• General understanding of databases and data stores, with a deep interest in growing this area of expertise, focusing on data integrity
• Ensure security protocols, user access controls, and backup procedures are followed
• Understand and document data mapping between systems within PPFA

System Process Documentation
• Maintain comprehensive documentation related to system configurations, procedures, integrations, and troubleshooting
• Keep records of maintenance activities, issues resolved, and system changes

Compliance and Best Practices
• Implement necessary changes and updates to ensure systems meet regulatory and organizational requirements
• Collaborate with InfoSec and OGC to ensure systems comply with both state and federal regulations

Team & Stakeholders
• Partner with the vendors, IT, and the Reporting team to achieve organizational management information and business intelligence objectives
• Solicit feedback from business partners and stakeholders on system performance, functionality, and enhancements
• Act as an escalation point for stakeholders and platform representatives in the context of projects and technical discussions

Vendor Management
• Help evaluate and select technical partners for system upgrades and maintenance contracts
• Coordinate with third-party vendors for support and maintenance services
• Ensure vendor compliance with service level agreements (SLAs)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
• Proven experience as a System Administrator or similar role, with expertise in managing HRIS, Finance, and/or Procurement systems, such as SAP SuccessFactors, Sage Intacct, UKG, Certify, and Coupa
• Advanced skills and experience working with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.) Candidates should be able to effectively work with spreadsheets and datasets (using auto-filters, pivot tables, lookup formulas to collate datasets, text manipulation)
• Familiarity with systems interfaces, CSV flat files, as well as API-based preferred
• Familiarity working with IT project management tools, e. g. JIRA preferred
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues
• Effective communication skills with the capacity to collaborate across teams and interact with stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to data accuracy and system reliability
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating initiative and a proactive approach
• Strong organizational skills with the capability to prioritize tasks effectively

Travel: 0-5% Travel

Salary: $82,000-$88,000 per year

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