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SAALT offers multiple opportunities to diverse individuals who bring both commitment and skills to enact social change at a rapid-paced national non-profit.

Jobs

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
PART-TIME
Priority Deadline:  February 28, 2013
Administrative Assistant 2013 (PDF)

South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT) is a national, nonpartisan, non-profit organization that elevates the voices and perspectives of South Asian individuals and organizations to build a more just and inclusive society in the United States. SAALT is located in Takoma Park, MD (near Washington, DC) and is accessible by the Metro. See our website at www.saalt.org or email us at info@saalt.org for more information.

SAALT seeks a highly motivated, organized, and tech-savvy individual to provide administrative and financial support. The Administrative Assistant will work closely with the Executive Director to support the organization’s functions and maintain SAALT’s financial records; and with the Director of Programs & Operations to support systems and procedures to ensure efficient operations. This part-time position is an exciting opportunity for a resourceful, details-oriented individual to join our team at SAALT’s Takoma Park, Maryland office.

Position Title:          Administrative Assistant

Job Status:               Part-time position with transportation stipend

Date of Posting:      February 8, 2013

Location:                  Takoma Park, MD

Reports To:              Executive Director and Director of Programs & Operations

Priority Deadline:    February 28, 2013 (Applications will be considered on a rolling basis)

Start Date:                March 2013

Responsibilities

Administrative and Operational

  • Organize materials for board members, sponsors, partners, community members, and other key stakeholders
  • Manage schedule of Executive Director, including appointment coordination and confirmation, and travel arrangements; assist Executive Director with preparation for meetings, talking points, research
  • Maintain extensive digital and paper filing system and archives
  • Manage phone and email communications for general inquiries and requests for information
  • Coordinate SAALT calendars and intra-office communications
  • Coordinate office and staff meetings, including scheduling, materials, meeting notes, and other appropriate logistics
  • Maintain the integrity of donor database including, but not limited to, data entry, gifts processing, and donation acknowledgements
  • Coordinate mailings for donor communications
  • Support SAALT events and fundraising activities, including logistical responsibilities
  • Perform general administrative duties—such as filing, copying, faxing, mailing, reviewing correspondence, answering phones, ,maintaining office inventory—and other tasks, as needed
  • Support operational projects, such as SOP, server organization, and other tasks, as needed

Financial

  • Maintain organization’s financial records and perform basic bookkeeping duties including paying bills, coding expenses and deposits, and processing reimbursements
  • Track and monitor monthly financial cash flow with Executive Director and accountant; develop monthly financial reports

Required Qualifications

  • Experience in nonprofit sector, with emphasis in office administration
  • Bachelors degree
  • Experience with maintaining databases
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management
  • Ability to manage budgets and cash flow
  • Excellent written and verbal professional communication skills
  • High degrees of resourcefulness, problem-solving, and initiative
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt, keep pace with, and manage quickly shifting needs of staff and projects
  • Ability to manage high volumes of email
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and the efficient use of the Internet as a research tool
  • Passion for and commitment to SAALT’s mission
  • Commitment and ability to do work using a team approach with diverse staff

To Apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, list of three references, 1-3 page unedited writing sample, and salary requirements in a single PDF file to info@saalt.org with “Administrative Assistant position” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted and interviews conducted on a rolling basis. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by February 28. Only potential candidates will be contacted. No calls, please.

SAALT is an equal opportunity employer.

summer Internships 2013

Policy Intern, Programs & Campaigns Intern, and Communications Intern
Part-time or Full-time
Priority Deadline: March 15, 2013
Internship Announcement Summer 2013 (PDF)

South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT) is a national, nonpartisan, non-profit organization that elevates the voices and perspectives of South Asian individuals and organizations to build a more just and inclusive society in the United States. SAALT is located in Takoma Park, MD (near Washington, DC) and is accessible by the Metro. See our website at www.saalt.org or email us at info@saalt.org for more information.

SAALT’s internships enable students to promote the civic and political engagement of South Asians in the United States. We encourage applications from undergraduate, graduate, and law students who are self-motivated and committed to working toward social change in your community. The following internships are available for Summer 2013 at SAALT’s office in Takoma Park, MD:

Policy Intern
The Policy Intern will support SAALT’s advocacy work by:

  • Tracking various policy issues – including immigration reform, voter suppression and language assistance, and gender equity
  • Researching legal and policy issues to develop community education and advocacy materials
  • Assisting with advocacy efforts with Congressional offices and administrative agencies
  • Attending Hill briefings and coalition meetings

Programs & Campaigns Intern
The Programs & Campaigns Intern will promote the mission of SAALT’s community mobilization, partnerships, and policy work by:

  • Providing support for program development and implementation, including research and writing
  • Supporting program preparation involving conference calls, research, and planning for events around the country
  • Assisting in community outreach, recruitment of event co-sponsors, and advertising for community events across the country

Communications Intern
The Communications Intern will support SAALT’s social media and communications work by:

  • Assisting with projects that include media components, including planning media roll-outs; drafting and editing press releases and other media submissions; and making press calls and pitches
  • Drafting content highlighting SAALT’s work to share with national membership and other stakeholders via listservs and other forms of distribution
  • Maintaining ethnic and mainstream media lists
  • Strong writing and social media skills are required. Familiarity with Constant Contact preferred. This position is ideal for students pursuing degrees in journalism, communications, and public relations.

Qualifications

  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other basic programs
  • Experience with high-volume email management
  • Keen attention to detail and resourcefulness
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects (individual and team-based) in a rapid-paced work environment
  • Understanding of issues affecting immigrant or South Asian communities
  • Interest in learning more about the non-profit sector and developing professional office skills

Note: All interns will provide additional support as needed.

Compensation
Summer 2013 interns will be provided a modest stipend. SAALT can work with potential candidates to arrange for class credit. We encourage a commitment of at least 24 hours per week for 10-12 weeks. Part-time and full-time internships are available.

How to Apply
Please e-mail your cover letter demonstrating your qualifications, resume, and 1-3 page unedited writing sample as a single PDF file to info@saalt.org and indicate “Policy Internship”, “Communications Internship”, or “Programs & Campaigns Internship” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted and interviews conducted on a rolling basis. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by March 15. Only potential candidates will be contacted. No calls, please.

SAALT is an equal opportunity employer. 

Volunteer Opportunities

The New American Citizenship Project of Maryland (NACPM)
The New Americans Citizenship Project of Maryland is focused on citizenship promotion and immigrant integration work, with an emphasis on supporting eligible Legal Permanent Residents (LPRs) through the citizenship process and in receiving some of the benefits of citizenship. The project is coordinated by CASA de Maryland as part of the Maryland New Americans Partnership.

SAALT holds monthly naturalization clinics, in Montgomery County Maryland or Washington D.C., to help and support the local South Asian community through the citizenship process. The clinics are only possible with the help of volunteers. SAALT is always looking for immigration attorneys, law students, and community members to volunteer at the clinics. Contact info@saalt.org to be a volunteer!

Other

Blog for SAALT (ongoing internship)

  • Assist with maintaining and updating the SAALT Spot
  • Post short daily updates (Daily Buzz) on the SAALT Spot using available resources (Google Reader/alerts) with stories of interest for the South Asian community
  • Write longer pieces based on interest/need
  • Help moderate comments as necessary
  • Previous experiences with blogging and writing on the internet and an understanding of the blogosphere a plus
  • Experience with or willingness to learn WordPress blogging format
    Interest in/passion for progressive causes
  • Ability to post regular Daily Buzz posts every morning

This internship is unpaid and available throughout the year. To apply to be a blog intern, please send a cover letter, resume, and a 1-3 page unedited writing sample as a single PDF file to info@saalt.org and indicate “Blog internship” in the subject line. Only potential candidates will be contacted. No calls please.