Job Opportunities

Project Open Hand, a leader in providing nutrition services to people living with symptomatic HIV&AIDS, Seniors and homebound with critical illness, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity. We are eager to receive applications for currently advertised positions. For more information regarding specific job openings, please review the postings below. Interested candidates can apply with their resume and cover letter using the application instructions in the posting of interest.

Please note: we do not accept unsolicited applications or resumes for positions not currently advertised.

1. Director of Special Events

2. Director of Annual Giving

3. Executive Assistant

Title: Director of Special Events
Department: Development Department
Reports to: Director of Development and Marketing
Location: 730 Polk St., San Francisco
Benefits: Yes
Status: Full time, Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Project Open Hand, a leader in the provision of nutrition services to people living with symptomatic HIV & AIDS, Seniors and the homebound with critical illness seeks Director of Special Events. The Director of Special Events is responsible for developing and managing major internal and external fund raising events for Project Open Hand. Key responsibilities include planning and analyzing cost-effective events, setting revenue goals, forming relationships with and soliciting event sponsors and donors, supervising the Special Events Coordinator, and coordinating and managing sponsors, contractors, vendors, employees and volunteers. Additional responsibilities include supporting the overall fundraising efforts and goals of the Development Department.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Plan and produce all Project Open Hand internal events including Dessert First and the Hand to Hand Luncheon; including marketing, securing sponsorship, planning and coordinating all aspects of event logistics and detail
Provide logistical and planning support for external events and serve on planning committees for each event, including the Giant Race
Supervise the Special Events Coordinator with event correspondence, advertising, volunteer recruitment, tracking expenses and logistical support for events
Work with the Board of Directors and Honorary Board on various event initiatives and develop diverse opportunities to engage their support
Develop event promotion and publicity programs
Prepare and monitor budget reports to analyze the cost-efficiency of internal and external events
Research and implement new event opportunities and new media programs to raise revenue and increase awareness of our services; including development, design, operations and marketing
Identify, cultivate and solicit cash and in kind sponsorships from individual donors, businesses and corporations, as appropriate, and in coordination with other Development Department staff and board members
In coordination with the Special Events Coordinator, select, hire, manage and recruit contractors, vendors, interns and volunteers as needed
Work with other Project Open Hand departments and staff to ensure effective public relations of the agency
Develop, research and secure media sponsorships
Together with the Director of Communications, development and implement a communications strategy including media relations, web presence, social media, and creation of communications materials over a variety of platforms, as it relates to the promotion of Special Events
Represent Project Open Hand’s Product Development Team at external events, promote products, develop new wholesale client relationships and assist in the development of new revenue streams; ensure proper usage of logo and mission in all product development materials
Serve as a representative and spokesperson of Project Open Hand at select engagements
Serve on the agency Management team

QUALIFICATIONS:

Smart and savvy event planner with 3-5 years of successful special events and marketing experience in a nonprofit organization or a corporate setting
Experience with media and public relations in the Bay Area
Strong public speaking abilities
Keen eye and enthusiasm for logistical details, excellent problem-solving skills, and passion for a role that draws on your strength in multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
Agility in moving between big-picture thinking and hands-on logistics
Experience with volunteer recruitment and/or management helpful
Proven management and supervisory experience
Successful fund raising track record
Creativity and ability to conceive and aggressively pursue fundraising opportunities as appropriate, promoting Project Open Hand and its mission
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability and willingness to leverage personal networks and connections for event support
Ability to respond creatively and diplomatically to conflicting priorities
Ability to remain calm under pressure situations
Demonstrated aptitude in working with diverse community groups, including major individual and corporate donors
Excellent budget development and cost analysis skills
Ability, willingness and flexibility to work evenings and weekends on occasion
A valid driver’s license
Sensitivity to the circumstances and needs of people living with HIV, seniors and the critically ill

Applications are only accepted online, please apply and submit your cover letter and resume here: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1176861

Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to diversity!

Title: Director of Annual Giving
Department: Development
Reports to: Director of Development, Marketing, and Information Services
Location: 730 Polk St., San Francisco
Benefits: Yes
Status: Full time, Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Project Open Hand provides meals, groceries and nutrition counseling to men, women and children living with symptomatic HIV and AIDS, the homebound critically ill, and seniors in San Francisco and Alameda County. The Director of Annual Giving is responsible for raising a substantial share of annual funds at Project Open Hand by overseeing a complex calendar of direct mail which cultivate existing and generate new donor relationships, and upgrade current donors to higher giving levels. The Director of Annual Giving also oversees the donor database and the gift processing function at Project Open Hand.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Coordinate direct mail strategy for Project Open Hand and implement donor and prospect mailings. Develop annual and individual campaign schedules. Write copy and provide ideas and information for external copywriters; edit and proof copy; coordinate photo shoots; work with graphic designers, printers, data processors and letter shops; work with donor database provider for data processing needs related to individual mailing campaigns; manage each campaign to meet deadlines and budget; ensure each appeal goes through internal approval process
Manage donor database vendor, Public Interest Data, Inc. Develop programs in coordination with PIDI to ensure the safe and effective management of Project Open Hand’s donor information. Establish procedures for the accurate inputting and retrieval of data for analysis, acknowledgment of donors and financial statements
Monitor annual revenue and expense budgets for direct marketing program with Director of Development and Marketing
Create ongoing campaign and program reports and analyze individual campaigns and overall program
Supervise Donor Relations Coordinator and seasonal temporary staff
Establish and improve relationships with donors by determining systems to ensure that accurate and creative acknowledgments are sent to donors in a timely manner and by responding to individual donor concerns. Establish accurate and efficient gift processing procedures
Develop and implement strategy for Daily Meal Fund monthly donor program to ensure retention, rejoins, upgrades, and increased participation in the program; manage components of DMF sustainer program, including creating and updating profiles, credit card processing, etc
Work with the Director of Communications to ensure that the quarterly newsletter themes and mail dates are coordinated with direct mail appeals and public relations materials to produce optimum response and create a consistent public message for Project Open Hand
In coordination with the Director of Communications, utilize the Project Open Hand website and internet marketing opportunities to promote Project Open Hand in the community. Create and manage online giving campaigns to attract new support and convert donors to newer philanthropic instruments
Manage donations from general sources and agency’s participation in outside charity fairs.
Periodically assist with donation processing and acknowledgment and processing of contributions.
Serve on agency Management Team

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in marketing or related field
Previous fundraising and development experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience managing fundraising software
Self-motivated and able to take initiative
Ability to adhere to strict deadlines and budgets
Accurate and detail oriented
Experience working with copywriters, designers, printers and production houses to create and produce fundraising materials
Experience with online fundraising and social media
Ability to supervise others and work as part of a team
Ability to work in a fast-paced, often changing environment
Sensitivity to circumstances of seniors and people living with HIV or other serious illnesses

Applications are only accepted online. Only those applications submitted with a thoughtful cover letter and resume will be considered. Please apply and submit your cover letter and resume here: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1052281

Project Open Hand is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to diversity!

Title: Executive Assistant
Department: Executive and Finance
Reports to: Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer
Location: 730 Polk St., San Francisco
Benefits: Yes
Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Project Open Hand, a leader in providing nutrition services to people living with symptomatic HIV/AIDS, to seniors and to homebound people living with critical illness seeks an Executive Assistant. The Executive Assistant reports to the Executive Director, the Chief Financial Officer, and is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day functions of these key departments.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Executive Department

Responsible for maintaining the day-to-day function of the Executive Department assisting the Executive Director, with his responsibilities and duties
Responsible for processing invoices, expense reports, and check requests for the Executive Department
Responsible for maintaining files of various documents received by or distributed to the Executive Director
Coordinates and assists with online time cards for the Directors team as needed
Facilitates and coordinates the Executive Director’s, Management Team and Directors Team meetings schedule
Agency liaison with the Board of Directors
Draft and manage production of Board of Directors reports, agendas, meeting minutes, rosters, etc
Facilitates and coordinates the Board of Directors meetings
Manage projects as assigned

Finance Department

Coordinates, participates and produces notes for the Finance Committee
Coordinates, participates and produces notes for the 403b Trustee meetings
Assists Chief Financial Officer on the day to day functions and correspondence
Works closely with Finance Department in handling building rental leases and landlord/tenant relations
Works closely with Finance Department in handling service agreements with tenants
Liaison with building insurance broker assisting in the day-to-day business needs
Manage projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Three years experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in a social services setting and with experience in project management
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Highly proficient with Microsoft® Outlook calendar and email functions
Excellent word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheet and database software skills
Experience with Microsoft® SharePoint a plus
Experience with ADP® ezLaborManager a plus
Efficient at determining time lines and priorities; great attention to detail
Self-starter able to function with minimum supervision
Good organizational skills with an ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced and often changing work environment
Ability to interact with a variety of individuals in a culturally diverse environment
Sensitive to the circumstances and needs of people living with HIV/AIDS, critical illness and Seniors
Excellent professional references