mardi 27 janvier 2009

Volunteer Assistant Administrator

Hiring Organization:Bonobo Conservation Inititative

Date Posted:2009-01-21
Position Description:
Make a Difference!
Join the Bonobo Conservation Initiative (BCI), a non-profit organization founded in 1998, dedicated to ensuring the survival of the bonobo (Pan paniscus) and its tropical forest habitat in the Congo Basin. This position involves office administrative functions and will be responsible for fulfilling bonobo adoption kits, sending thank you letters, maintaining updated donor information in database, opening mail, ordering office supplies, filing, and overall office organization.In addition, the Volunteer Assistant Administrator will provide support for other projects as assigned depending on the applicant’s skills and interests, which could include Internet research, editing BCI brochures and website content, developing a fundraising kit, creating educational materials for kids, and/or preparing for our 10-year anniversary event.
Qualifications/Experience:
-Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
-Skill in the use of computers and Microsoft Office-Excellent organization and multi-tasking skills
-Proactive, take charge attitude; ability to manage tasks independently
-Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
Salary/funding:None
Support provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):None
Term of Appointment:Minimum of three months, no maximum
Application Deadline:Ongoing
Comments:Please send a cover letter, one-page résumé, and your dates of availability to Amy Clanin at aclanin@bonobo.org. Finalists will be interviewed in person or by telephone.
Contact Information:Amy Clanin2701 Connecticut Ave. NW #702Washington, DC 20008USA
Telephone Number:(202) 332-1014
Fax Number:(202) 234-3066
Website:http://www.bonobo.org
E-mail Address:aclanin@bonobo.org