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Project Development Officer 

Summary of primary duties and responsibilities:  The Project Development Officer is a member of a team responsible for seeking, analyzing and admitting low-income housing tax credit and other tax credit projects to equity funds managed by CAHEC with the quality and quantity of investments that meet the underwriting and investment criteria of CAHEC and its investors.  This position will analyze, evaluate, structure and formulate recommendations regarding investment in complex real estate investment transactions.

Education, prior work experience, and specialized skills and knowledge

• Bachelors degree in a related field such as real estate, finance, business, city planning, or economics required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in real estate, finance or investment modeling or advanced relevant education and training. Direct experience and knowledge of Low Income Housing Tax Credits preferred.
• The position requires excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.

Applicants should send resumes, cover letters, and application (application form and complete position description available at www.cahec.com ) to:

Erin Griffin
VP, Finance & Administration
egriffin@cahec.com
Fax (919) 532-1811

Community Affordable Housing Equity Corporation
7700 Falls of Neuse Road
Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27615

Construction Manager

Summary of primary duties and responsibilities:  The Construction Manager provides construction management oversight by performing site inspections, review of preliminary and final plans, specifications, and construction budgets, and ensures that appropriate construction methods and materials are utilized for projects financed through CAHEC.

Education, prior work experience, and specialized skills and knowledge

• A four-year degree from an accredited university or college with a degree or specialization in construction management, architecture or engineering, or related degree is desirable. Relevant licensing such as a general contractor’s license or certification as a code official, combined with substantial training and experience can satisfy the educational requirement. 
• Five years of professional experience in the field of construction, construction management, architecture, engineering, inspections, code compliance, or income-producing property maintenance. Experience in the affordable multi-family housing industry and its related programs desirable.

Other

• Substantial travel throughout southeast required.

Applicants should send resumes, cover letters, and application (application form and complete position description available at www.cahec.com ) to: 

Erin Griffin
VP, Finance & Administration
egriffin@cahec.com
Fax (919) 532-1811

Community Affordable Housing Equity Corporation
7700 Falls of Neuse Road
Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27615

Housing for New Hope seeks candidates to fill (2) positions with its PATH Programs

One is for a Case Manager, who will coordinate Outreach services in Orange County. The other is Qualified Professional (QP), to assist the PATH Coordinator in Durham County. Successful candidates will provide much needed services to those who have a history of chronic homelessness and mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders.

Responsibilities for both positions include:

• conducts assertive outreach and engage homeless persons who indicate mental illness and who are living on the streets, in camps, in the woods, under bridges, in abandoned houses, and in emergency shelters;
• works to develop trusting relationships through effective communication and dependability;
• provides time-limited case management services;
• administers the emergency and housing assistance funds;
• makes referrals to Mental Health services as indicated for diagnostic screening and placement with appropriate services, and provides follow-up to ensure placement;
• keeps accurate and detailed records of engagement on an Outreach Log, and a written record of short-term goals for the client;
• prepares monthly billing reports for submission to the Local Management Entity. and quarterly reports for the State of North Carolina;
• prepares monthly activity report for Executive Director or designee's review.
• attends annual PATH Meeting sponsored by the State of North Carolina, and as possible, other homeless conferences and trainings related to mental illness, dually diagnosed, and homelessness.
• makes regular presentations to community groups including the Council to End Homelessness in Orange County, churches, and other appropriate forums to keep the public informed about PATH; and
• supervises the PATH Peer Support Specialist, and records supervision notes.

Both positions require a minimum of B.A./B.S. degree in human service field and at least 2 years experience working with the homeless, mentally ill, and/or dually diagnosed; evidence of ongoing training and education in related areas such as mental illness, substance abuse, and/or homelessness; an ability to work in non-traditional settings and unstructured environments; and a valid North Carolina Driver's license. 

Salary Range: $33,000 - $35,000, based on experience, plus a generous benefits package. 

To apply, send your resume and cover letter via e-mail, fax, or mail to:

dian@housingfornewhope.org (subject heading: PATH Case Manager)

PATH Case Manager
Housing for New Hope
18 West Colony Place, Suite 250
Durham, NC 27705

Fax number: (919) 489-6593 (subject heading: PATH Case Manager)

Director of Communications, North Carolina Justice Center

The North Carolina Justice Center seeks a communications professional with 5 or more years of experience to develop a communication infrastructure for the organization, articulate a strong message for progressive social change across a wide range of media, and elevate the Justice Center’s profile among key media audiences. In addition the director will serve as a writer/editor for Justice Center publications and written communications with a wide variety of audiences. General responsibilities for the position include:

• Work with key staff to implement integrated communications products and strategies that deliver regular and consistent messages to the media, important external audiences and the community at large;
• Serve as a spokesperson for the Justice Center in coordination with Justice Center staff;
• Field and direct responses to media-related inquiries;
• Pitch stories and appearances to reporters, columnists, editorial writers, broadcast producers, reporters, hosts, etc.;
• Maintain a current list of media contacts and actively cultivate media relationships;
• Produce, both independently and in collaboration with staff, a range of briefing materials and other publications;
• Prepare and coordinate the preparation and circulation of news releases, advisories, op-eds, letters to the editor and bog posts regarding issues affecting low to moderate citizens and the overall activities of the Justice Center;
• Prepare proposals for new communications-related projects and strategies;
• Identify external events and other speaking opportunities for staff;
• Plan and implement news conferences and other media events;
• Provide media-related counsel and coaching to staff;
• Effectively liaise with staff for sources of news and story ideas;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Excellent written and oral communication skills, including writing press releases and related communication materials strong editing skills; ability to write about complex issues in clear, accessible style; ability to apply existing and emerging communications technologies; strong analytic skills ; proven ability to work as part of a team; and background in, or familiarity with, a broad range of policy issues.

Salary, commensurate with experience, and excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and life insurance, generous vacation, and retirement plan.

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to:

Michele Brown
North Carolina Justice Center
P.O. Box 28068
Raleigh, NC 27611

(application may also be sent via e-mail to michele@ncjustice.org)

This job description is also available at http://www.ncjustice.org/content/index.php?pid=338

Executive Director - IDA and Asset Building Collaborative of North Carolina

The Individual Development Account (IDA) and Asset Building Collaborative of North Carolina seeks an Executive Director to advance its mission of  promoting wealth creation among North Carolina’s low-wealth residents through supporting and building community programs, changing public policies, fostering coalitions, and advocating for other asset building strategies that promote economic self-sufficiency. Since January 1996, the IDA Collaborative has served as the central coordinating organization for asset development in North Carolina. Its efforts have helped establish North Carolina as one of the nation’s most innovative statewide IDA networks and a leader in the funding for and support of IDAs. 

Currently the IDA Collaborative performs vital tasks that advocate and support the efforts of the local IDA site providers to include resource leveraging, policy development, public information and awareness, technical support, evaluation and accountability. In addition, the Collaborative serves as a convener and lead partners in several statewide asset and wealth creation initiatives including NCSaves, the Asset Building Policy Task Force, and the biennial Financial Education conference. The Collaborative also worked with state organizations, agencies and other community partners to foster financial education efforts for youth, support asset building opportunities for the developmental disabled, encourage the integration of EITC efforts with savings vehicles and advance state efforts to support entrepreneurship as an asset building strategy. 

The search committee is accepting applications through July 11, 2008.

Skills/ Qualifications

The IDA Collaborative seeks an energetic, self-directed individual with executive-level management experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector, to serve as the spokesperson for IDAs in North Carolina. Organizational development experience is required to help mature a 6-year old agency, including financial management, and a successful track-record in fundraising.  Applicants should have strong project, time management and communication skills and the ability to meet the varied needs of a developing nonprofit organization. Experience in providing technical assistance and training is preferred. Candidates must have the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people and organizations and have experience working as part of coalition or in collaborative settings.  Applicants should be able to demonstrate knowledge in one or more asset building related fields, including, but not limited to, individual development accounts, community economic development, affordable housing/housing development, financial literacy, banking or finance.  A bachelor’s degree is required; a masters degree in a relevant field is preferred.  A minimum of  three  years of relevant work experience is required. 

Duties/Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:  organization management including budgeting, grant writing, fund raising, financial management and staff supervision; public outreach and constituency development; training and technical assistance; policy development and government relations, program and grant management; event planning and management and public relations. 

Compensation

Annual salary up to $60,000 commensurate with experience, education and background. The successful candidate will be able to grow compensation along with the organization. 

Application Information:

Please submit letter of interest and resume to IDA Collaborative Search Committee, PO Box 17588, Raleigh, NC 27619. Questions can be directed to Nam Douglass at 919-412-5182

Assistant Director of Development - Habitat for Humanity of Wake County Raleigh

The Assistant Director of Development is responsible for managing all aspects of the annual fund, including developing, implementing, and evaluating fund development strategies that will meaningfully engage and motivate prospects and donors. Through a comprehensive fund development program, this position is responsible for meeting general operating and house sponsorship fundraising goals. This position supervises the Faith and Community Relations Manager. The Assistant Director of Development reports to the Director of Development and Communications. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal, communications, and development skills with a strong passion for the organization’s mission. Minimum requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business or related field;
• 4 - 6 years of related and directly relevant development experience in non-profit organizations; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience;
• Knowledge and experience in Raiser’s Edge strongly preferred;
• CFRE desired.

Please download the complete Assistant Director of Development job description at www.habitatwake.org\jobs to review before applying. No phone calls, please. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume with salary history to jobs@habitatwake.org. Please write Assistant Director of Development in the subject line of your email. Habitat for Humanity of Wake County is an equal opportunity employer. EOAAE. All qualified applicants will receive employment consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.