The National Center on Protection Orders and Full Faith in Credit (NCPOFFC) shared free, helpful resource information, i.e., publications, topic-relevant statistical data and news, on their website and social networks each day in October in an effort to raise awareness of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM).

Follow this link to download free copies of NCPOFFC publications or contact the office of NCPOFFC (paper versions of these publications are available upon request).

A recent analysis of U.S. gun deaths has found that a majority of mass shootings were related to domestic or family violence. The analysis, performed by Michael Bloomberg's gun violence prevention group, Everytown for Gun Safety, looked at mass shootings that took place between January 2009 and July 2014. In that span of five and a half years, the group identified 110 mass shootings, which were defined as shootings in which at least four people were murdered with a firearm. Of those shootings, at least 57 percent were related to domestic or family violence. Follow this link to read the full article about the connection between mass shootings and domestic violence. 

The Battered Women's Justice Project is pleased to announce a new online resource: Representing Victims of Intimate Partner Violence Connected with the Military - A Handbook for Civil Attorneys. While resources on legal representation of service members and/or veterans exist, this handbook specifically addresses additional considerations for attorneys when representing military-related victims/survivors. The handbook's target audience is attorneys and legal advocates who are relatively unfamiliar with the structure, culture, and laws of the military, although it contains information that may also be useful to military attorneys or legal assistance officers. Follow this link to view Representing Victims of Intimate Partner Violence Connected with the Military - A Handbook for Civil Attorneys.  

The Institute of Medicine and the National Research Council have released a guide for victim and support service providers summarizing their report "Confronting Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Sex Trafficking of Minors in the United States." The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention sponsored report examines current approaches addressing commercial sexual exploitation and sex trafficking of children. The guide highlights information relevant for providers of victim and support services and includes key terms, risk factors, emerging service strategies, challenges of providing services, and recommendations for preventing, identifying, and responding to these crimes. Follow this link to read the guide summarizing "Confronting Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Sex Trafficking of Minors in the United States." 

Additionally, Secretary of State John Kerry released the Trafficking in Persons Report, 2014, which contains essential information for anyone who works on human trafficking and slavery issues.  Follow this link to download the full Trafficking in Persons Report, 2014.

The National Immigrant Women's Advocacy Project (NIWAP) addresses the needs of immigrant women, immigrant children and immigrant victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, human trafficking and other crimes by advocating for reforms in law, policy and practice.  

NIWAP has several tools that are of use to domestic violence programs this is to specifically highlight comparison charts that are intended to help identify eligibility qualifications as well as screening tools to help advocates, attorneys, and police identify immigrant crime victims and children who are eligible for immigration relief.

Comparison Charts:

• VAWA and the U Visa (domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse victims)
• VAWA and SIJS (abused and some abandoned children)
• T and U Visas (human trafficking victims)
• U, SIJS, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) (children who qualify for DACA but may also qualify for more permanent forms of immigration relief)

NIWAP has also developed screening tools to help advocates, attorneys, and police identify immigrant crime victims and children who are eligible for immigration relief.

Lynn Shiner, Director of the Office of Victim Services at the PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency, shares her important thoughts on how to speak to people who are grieving.  

PreventIPV 

Selling Social Change: Exploring What Works in Making the Case for Prevention 

Webinar Recording

Hosted by the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence 

Prevent Connect 

Connecting the Dots: Understanding and Addressing the Links between Multiple Forms of Violence
November 20, 2014

2:00 - 3:30 PM EDT

National Clearinghouse For The Defense Of Battered Women 

Working as an Expert Witness in Domestic Violence Cases: Lessons from the Witness Stand
December 3, 2014

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT

Community Advocacy Strategies

December 16, 2014
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (Pacific Time) 

Grace Smith House, Inc. 

Executive Director

About Grace Smith House:

Established in 1981, Grace Smith House provides essential shelter and services to victims of Domestic Violence and their children. Located in Dutchess County, Grace Smith House also provides transitional housing and non-residential services. Our annual budget is approximately $2,100,000 per year with three separate sites around the county. Currently there are 45 employees.

For more information, please visit our website at www.gracesmithhouse.org

Position Summary:

Grace Smith House is seeking an experienced, self-directed, and collegial Executive Director with a strong understanding of domestic violence and a solid background in management, including financial and business skills.

A strong candidate will also demonstrate outstanding communication (both oral and written) and leadership skills to continue to build on the agency's success. As an organization, we value and foster the empowerment of women and are looking for a leader who shares this vision.

Job Responsibilities: 

The guiding objective is the provision of high quality services to victims of domestic violence.

A strong candidate will have:

• Extensive knowledge and commitment to the issue of domestic violence, and a grasp of major challenges and opportunities in the field;
• Expertise in recruiting and developing a leadership team that works in an integrated way to achieve agency goals, combined with commitment and ability to recruit, train and retain a diverse, compassionate workforce;
• Effective communication skills (both oral and written), especially as it relates to fundraising and developing partnerships with service partners;
• Ability to lead staff through teaching, mentoring and coaching, hands on management, and perseverance in the face of challenging situations;
• Computer literacy: ability to manage own word processing and email, use online resources, and use the agency databases to access agency information.

A strong candidate will have the skills needed to:

• Work closely with the board of directors to keep them well-informed and involved in vital issues to the agency. Support a functioning board, its committees and other duties as directed by the board. Communicate effectively between the board and the agency staff;
• Promote visibility of the organization's programs and services to educate the public about the work of Grace Smith House and the issue of domestic violence;
• Manage the day-to-day operations: ensure policies and procedures are in place and followed, create and manage a budget, monitor revenue, and ensure the equitable distribution of resources across the agency.

Qualifications:

• Master of Social Work or Master's degree in a related field with extensive experience in the delivery of social service programs.
• Financial and business planning skills.
• Direct experience in the field of domestic violence strongly preferred.
• Non-Profit leadership experience preferred.

Deadline:

Resume will be reviewed beginning October 6th and will continue until the position is filled.

Application Process:

Please submit a resume and cover letter by mail to; Steven Chickery, Executive Director Search, Grace Smith House, 1 Brookside Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. This can be also emailed to Schickery@aol.com or faxed to (845) 471-3274.

National Network To End Domestic Violence  

Deputy Director, Transitional Housing Program 

The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) seeks a highly motivated and skilled individual to lead the implementation of NNEDV's Transitional Housing Program.  This is a "roll up your sleeves" leadership position that includes implementation of the program, supervisory duties, direct consultation to transitional housing programs and the provision of training and facilitation.

NNEDV provides training, technical assistance, and support to state domestic violence coalitions; local domestic violence, sexual violence, and stalking programs; service providers for victims of intimate partner violence; and other stakeholders, including governmental agencies.  The Transitional Housing Program provides a variety of support and services for nearly two hundred transitional housing programs.  This includes topical meetings, site visits, intensive technical assistance and consultation, regional meetings, management of a participant listserv and the creation of resource materials.

Learn more about the Transitional Housing Project at:

�  www.nnedv.org/projects/housing 

�  www.nnedv.org/resources/transitional-housing 

Primary Responsibilities:

�  Develop and implement programming that assists organizations in empowering and supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. 

�  Provide leadership and supervision to the teams Specialists and Coordinators. 

�  Respond to daily technical assistance requests from grantees, funders, and other national TA providers by phone and email, providing information and referrals as needed.

�  Develop culturally appropriate resources and training materials regarding specialized issues affecting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking.  These include, but are not limited to, trauma informed and voluntary services, the intersection of domestic violence and homelessness and program policies for transitional housing grantees based on best practices.

�  Lead in the development and execution of in-person trainings, webinars and regional meetings.  This includes selection and communication with presenters, meeting facilitation and/or presentation, site selection, and coordination with funder requirements.

�  Work closely with the Office of Violence Against Women (OVW) to assist grantees in program policy creation and revision.

�  Conduct on-site monitoring visits, independently or in partnership with OVW staff, to transitional housing grantees in order to provide individualized support around program implementation and grant compliance.

�  Draft program and grant required reports and ensure that training and technical assistance data is accurately reported and collected.

�  Work closely with NNEDV's national partners to ensure coordination of resources.

Other Responsibilities:

�  Attend national meetings for the purpose of building and sustaining partners to enhance the work.

�  Work closely with other NNEDV teams to ensure that programmatic and policy efforts are integrated and responsive to the needs of transitional housing grantees or other constituents.

�   Identify emerging issues and trends in the field and works to develop innovative training and technical assistance solutions.

�  Act as a liaison with other government and non-government collaborators as assigned.

�  Assist in policy development and systems change issues.

�  Assist in organization-wide communications efforts to enhance the visibility of the organization and project.

�  Participate in agency-wide activities and events and assist as needed.

Requirements:

A successful applicant MUST have:

�  At least 7 years of experience in the field of domestic violence at a community or state organization.

�  Knowledge of nonprofit organizations and grant management as well as, program management experience.

�  Supervisory experience and strong, collaborative leadership skills.

�  Outstanding public speaking and facilitation skills and strong written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.

�  Excellent interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively with a team, other staff, other organizations, and other professionals; work independently; treat all people with dignity and respect; accept, act upon, and offer constructive criticism; and approach situations with a sense of humor.

�  Knowledge of the various models of transitional housing and housing and economic barriers experienced by victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking.

�  Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, manage time, evaluate progress and adjust activities to complete tasks within established time frames and produce high quality work.

�  Demonstrated goal setting, problem solving, creative/analytic thinking and organizational skills.

�  Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with advanced features of MS Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

�  Commitment to the agency mission and a feminist/egalitarian workplace.

�  Minimum of a bachelor's degree.

Desired Skills/Qualifications:

�  Bilingual (e.g., reading, writing and speaking), Spanish preferred.

Job Site Location:

The position is located in Washington, DC and requires regular national travel approximately 25% of the time.

Salary:

Competitive salary, based on qualifications and experience.

To Apply:

NNEDV is an equal opportunity employer. 

Urban Resource Institute 

Employment Readiness Manager 

Under the direction of the Director of Domestic Violence Clinical Services, the Employment Readiness Manager is responsible for developing and managing initiatives which serve as a bridge between clients and self-sufficiency. This includes the provision of career readiness and financial literacy services to domestic violence victims residing in shelter, and the management of the Working Internship Network program which also develops internship opportunities for domestic violence victims.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees and administers all operations of the Working Internship Network program, which conducts comprehensive vocational and psychosocial assessments of domestic violence shelter residents, links clients to internship placements, and monitors progress and performance.
• Create strategies to achieve goals in recruitment, partnership development, referrals, job placement, and job retention.
• Researches workforce development, job placement and self-sufficiency programs, and develops and manages a comprehensive directory of resources to assist clients in securing or returning to safe and productive meaningful employment.
• Develops a referral network to increase employment opportunities for Interns.
• Provides one-on-one career and financial counseling, including assisting clients to understand the factors and dynamics that influence career choices, and determining goals.
• Develops and conducts job readiness workshops to address barriers to job placement and retention as well as job search strategies, resume preparation, and interview skills.
• Develop and Manage a Computer Literacy Program for the interns.
• Develops and implements financial literacy workshops to address various topics, including budgeting, banking, identity theft, debt, credit building and repair, and taxes.
• Develops career development partnerships with other community providers in both the public and private sectors to promote resource-sharing.
• Collect and analyze statistical data on enrollment, referrals, attendance, placements and performance.
• Conducts trainings and presentations, and participates in relevant taskforces and coalitions.
• Serves as a resource to the shelters' social services department staff and the community.
• Supervises staff, interns and volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Human Services, Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, or related field, with three (3) years of counseling or vocational experience.
• Must possess excellent communication skills and have a proven ability to conduct psychosocial assessments or DVE's.
• Must be able to market/promote the organization and the program to external entities.
• Training and experience in conducting or administering aptitude and ability assessments.
• Working knowledge and sensitivity to domestic violence and social service needs helpful.
• Proven ability in client advocacy, leadership and promoting career development.
• Experience supervising multi-disciplinary staff.
• Knowledge or experience assisting clients with public assistance and housing.
• Knowledge of adult literacy programs and assessment tools, such as GED and TABE.
• A demonstrated ability for ensuring service coordination with the use of active listening skills, understanding human interaction and personality development.
• The ability to document case records, and provide group counseling.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and collaborative skills, with the ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Computer-literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Credentialed Rehabilitation Counselor a plus.
• Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.

TO APPLY

Please send your resume with a cover letter via e-mail to careers@urinyc.org. Please include the words "Employment Readiness Manager" in your email subject line.

New York City Anti-Violence Project

Director Of Development 

The New York City Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project (AVP) is seeking a Director of Development. AVP envisions a world in which all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ), and HIV-affected people are safe, respected, and live free from violence. AVP's mission is to empower LGBTQ and HIV-affected communities and allies to end all forms of violence through organizing and education, and support survivors through counseling and advocacy.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

The Director of Development has overall responsibility for the leadership and management of all fundraising programs for AVP, ensuring that the department meets the organization's annual goals for major gifts, institutional giving (corporate and foundation), special events and government grants. This position supervises Development Department staff and consultants and works closely with the Communications Director, Finance Director and Programs Directors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive and innovative fundraising strategy, including major gifts, special events, individual giving, institutional giving and other campaigns, to ensure that AVP's contributed income meets its annual funding objectives and upgrades and broadens its donor base.
• In collaboration with the Executive Director and Board leadership create individualized cultivation and stewardship strategies, timelines, and desired outcomes for donors.
• Represent AVP and its vision to current and potential supporters and forge the necessary relationships that advance the organization's mission through new and renewed giving at the highest levels.
• Create and promote effective cultivation and solicitation opportunities (including communication strategies) for AVP leadership, including advising the Executive Director and Board on new and innovative means of fundraising and marketing through emerging technologies (i.e. online giving, e-mail newsletters, etc.)
• Develop, implement, and lead all future annual endowment and capital campaigns.

General Fundraising

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts and pledges from an active portfolio of key major gift donors and prospects among individuals, corporations, foundations and government funders.
• Maintain and manage a personal portfolio of prospects, both individual and institutional, at all times.
• Direct and maximize the potential of AVP's annual giving program of special events, face-to-face solicitations and mail campaign.
• Write and edit content to be used for event invitations, direct mail solicitations, grant proposals, newsletters, thank you notes, major donor packet materials, and other fundraising avenues.

Special Events

• Lead and oversee all special event strategy and identify new opportunities for enhancing AVP's signature events including evaluating the potential for alternative revenue streams.
• Work with individual event committees to meet and exceed revenue goals while maximizing attendance for each event.
• Develop and implement strategy to secure sponsorships and sell general tickets for all special events.
• Provide strong oversight of event expenses to maximize cost per dollar raised.

Individual Giving

• Develop, manage and implement a multi-channel individual giving program that includes direct mail, peer-to-peer campaigns, personal solicitations, email marketing, and more.
• Assist in diversifying AVP's donor base (demographically and geographically).
• Plan new and creative approaches to soliciting new donors.

• Identify and secure corporate, foundation and government grants through the timely submission of proposals and reports to existing and new funders.
• Cultivate relationships with corporate, foundation and government funders with the goal of creating new funding opportunities.
• Direct the research of new funding sources.

Data analysis, research and reporting

• Create systems for greater applicability of AVP's database, review reports on donor engagement, Board fundraising, direct mail impact, and others as needed. Analyze fundraising activities and benchmark with peer organizations to ensure that the organization is on track.
• Establish priorities that have the greatest return on investment.
• Establish and achieve goals for rapid growth and milestones for progress against the plan and execute in coordination with the Executive Director and Board.
• Coordinate with the Executive Director and the Management Team the preparation of the department's budget for revenues and expenses.

Board Engagement

• Work with the Board to create individual and collective fundraising strategies for Board members.
• Meet regularly with and provide support for the Board's Development Committee.
• Provide ongoing training and support for Board members in fundraising work.
• Present performance reports to the Board of Directors and its relevant committees about fundraising progress.

Department-Related

• Meet regularly with the Executive Director
• Meet regularly with the Management Team
• Facilitate regular Development Department staff meetings.
• Supervise all development staff, including conducting regular evaluations, and development consultants and other related consultants and vendors.
• Select, train, evaluate and mentor personnel reporting to this position.
• Attend full-staff meetings.
• Attend in-service trainings and external trainings/seminars as appropriate.

Management

• Serve as a member of the senior management team overseeing AVP's operations.

Administrative

• Prepare information required by the United Way and the Better Business Bureau.
• Document department activity in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Ensure the maintenance of complete fundraising records.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information and situations.

Other Duties as Directed

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of five years of not-for-profit experience with knowledge of "best practices" in the fundraising field with a track record of obtaining major gifts from individuals and grants from foundations and corporations.
• Must have knowledge of Raiser's Edge.
• Must be an articulate and genuine spokesperson on behalf of AVP in private, public, written and oral settings.
• Comfort working with high net worth individuals.
• Ability to work some evenings and meet with donors in venues such as bars, restaurants and corporate offices.
• Excellent networking skills; able to attend an event and walk away with a pocket full of business cards.
• Keen sensitivity to human relations and ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to working to end violence within and against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and HIV-affected communities.
• Knowledge of LGBT and HIV-affected funding sources and philanthropic culture in New York City.
• Commitment to working within an anti-oppression model of management, staff engagement and community engagement.
• Demonstrated experience and ability working effectively with board members and volunteers in the area of fundraising.
• Must possess an entrepreneurial nature, be highly organized, even-keeled and have the willingness to roll up one's sleeves to get the job done.
• Experience supervising a staff and developing a spirit of teamwork.
• A sense of humor.
• Creativity and the ability to look "outside the box;" be solution-oriented, not problem-focused.

Salary DOE. Excellent benefits and working environment.

TO APPLY:

• Email: sstapel@avp.org (put "Development Director" in subject line of email) or
• By mail to: New York City Anti-Violence Project, 240 West 35th Street, Suite 200, New York, NY 10001 or by fax to: 212.714.2627.
• No phone calls please.
• Candidates will be notified if we are seeking an interview; because of high volume of responses it may not possible to respond to all inquiries.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT MATERIALS FOR CONSIDERATION IS: November 7, 2013.

AVP is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals and endeavors to hire individuals of diverse races, colors, creeds, ethnicities, religions, genders, gender identities or expressions, ages 

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