[Massachusetts-NFB] FW: [NFBMD] Career opportunities at the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute

[sharawinton at gmail.com]

Dear federation family:

 

I’m passing along information about some job openings at our national headquarters. Please respond as indicated in the information below if you are interested in applying for either of these positions.

 

Warmly,

 

Chris

 

 

Independence Market Specialist  (Advocacy and Policy Department)

Description

The National Federation of the Blind is a membership organization of blind people from each of the fifty states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. As America's civil rights organization of the blind, the Federation is a coordinated network of skilled advocates, resources, and programs that raise expectations of the blind in society and create opportunities for blind people to live the lives they want. The staff of the Federation are central to the organized blind movement by providing support, professional expertise, and daily contributions to the success of the organization. Working under the direction of the Federation's elected President, the staff advise the organization's leadership and contribute to the vibrant, energetic, and collaborative culture of the organization that raises expectations throughout society.

 

The Advocacy and Policy Department of the National Federation of the Blind is responsible for assisting the President in the coordination and management of all federal legislative and regulatory advocacy; providing affiliates with state and local legislative technical assistance, strategy development and training; membership support with education, employment, and social security issues; the administration of our Independence Market; and the administration of the NFB-NEWSLINE® system.

 

The Independence Market Specialist functions as a key member of the National Federation of the Blind and will be responsible for providing senior program support to the Independence Market area of the Advocacy and Policy Department. This person will become the subject matter expert on the Independence Market products and ordering system.

 

Responsibilities

Handle retail sales and complete financial transactions to include:

Processing purchase orders and invoices

Stocking retail and storage area

Providing inventory control

Provide quality customer service via telephone and in-person transactions

Enter data accurately and efficiently using the Inventory and/or E-Commerce systems 

Prepare weekly Independence Market Reports 

Track deliverables, monitor progress, and enter data

Coordinate with the Shipping Department to ship products, literature, and basic correspondence via USPS and UPS

Respond to customer/subscriber email

Keep up to date on products useful to the blind and make product recommendations

Manage inventory of products in the Independence Market

Serve as back-up person in the absence of other department staff

Cross train other Independence Market staff

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Retail and customer service experience and the ability to interact with customers in a warm, friendly, and efficient manner

Work with upper management including executive directors, directors, customers, and stakeholders

Must be flexible and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with a quick turnaround

Able to work under pressure and tight deadlines

Strong leadership capabilities

Enthusiasm and can motivate others in order to reach desired goals

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to grasp fundamental concepts quickly and execute tasks with little to no supervision

Excellent oral, written, and clerical communication skills

Excellent organizational skills 

Attention to detail and accuracy in executing work assignments

Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn other computer applications

Excellent problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills (but not required)

Technical writing skills

Knowledge of non-visual access techniques 

Proficient in the use of Braille

Education and Experience

A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred; however, we will consider other combinations of education and experience demonstrating abilities to perform the work.

 

How to Apply

We seek individuals who wish to identify with a cause and to assist in advocacy for a group long denied equal opportunity to succeed or fail based on ability, and not be denied opportunity based on society’s stereotypes.

 

This job is open until filled. Applicants should send, preferably via email, a résumé and cover letter indicating salary requirements to: Human Resources, National Federation of the Blind, 200 East Wells Street at Jernigan Place, Baltimore, MD 21230; telephone 410-659-9314, ext. 2488; fax 410-685-5653; email HR at nfb.org <mailto:HR at nfb.org> .

 

The National Federation of the Blind is an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, all terms and conditions of employment will be carried out without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, marital status, age, or disability.  For more detailed information about our commitment to equal opportunity in employment, please email a request to HR at nfb.org <mailto:HR at nfb.org> .

 

https://nfb.org/about-us/career-opportunities/independence-market-specialist-advocacy-and-policy-department

 

Outreach Assistant (Office of the President Department)

Description

The National Federation of the Blind is a membership organization of blind people from each of the fifty states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. As America's civil rights organization of the blind, the Federation is a coordinated network of skilled advocates, resources, and programs that raise expectations of the blind in society and create opportunities for blind people to live the lives they want. The staff of the Federation are central to the organized blind movement by providing support, professional expertise, and daily contributions to the success of the organization. Working under the direction of the Federation's elected President, the staff advise the organization's leadership and contribute to the vibrant, energetic, and collaborative culture of the organization that raises expectations throughout society.

 

The Outreach Department is responsible for building dynamic and synergistic relationships with corporations, individuals, and organizations, and for fundraising at the national level. The department also serves a vital role in supporting the grassroots efforts of our local chapters and state affiliates to develop capacity, build relationships, and bring in much needed financial resources. 

 

Responsibilities

The National Federation of the Blind Outreach Department is seeking an Outreach Assistant to work with our team on all aspects of outreach, relationship building, and fundraising.

The responsibilities of an Outreach Assistant include:

 

Gift processing – timely acknowledgment of contributions

Data management – maintain accurate and thorough CRM records

Correspondence – assist Director of Outreach and Outreach staff to communicate with partners and respond to requests from donors  

Donor stewardship – respond to donor inquiries and requests via phone

Support of event execution 

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel 

Database management skills preferred 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to effectively relate to a broad variety of people 

Education and Experience

Associates degree and nonprofit experience (preferred)

 

How to Apply

We seek individuals who wish to identify with a cause and to assist in advocacy for a group long denied equal opportunity to succeed or fail based on ability, and not be denied opportunity based on society’s stereotypes.

 

This job is open until filled. Applicants should send, preferably via email, a résumé and cover letter indicating salary requirements to: Human Resources, National Federation of the Blind, 200 East Wells Street at Jernigan Place, Baltimore, MD 21230; telephone 410-659-9314, ext. 2488; fax 410-685-5653; email HR at nfb.org <mailto:HR at nfb.org> .

 

The National Federation of the Blind is an equal opportunity employer.  Accordingly, all terms and conditions of employment will be carried out without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, marital status, age, or disability.  For more detailed information about our commitment to equal opportunity in employment, please email a request to HR at nfb.org <mailto:HR at nfb.org> .

 

https://nfb.org/about-us/career-opportunities/outreach-assistant-office-president-department 

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