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Development and Agency Relations Manager

Posted January 8, 2024

We currently have one available position for an Development and Agency Relations Manager. The Development and Agency Relations Manager aids in community engagement & outreach by disseminating facts and information regarding the Experiment in Self-Reliance (ESR) activities and/or services to the general public and is known as the “Public Information Officer”. As the Agency Relations representative acts as one of the agency spokesperson while developing speaking points and any public information concepts that could further the vision and mission of the agency. This position seeks and maintains current foundations and public funding, along with staying abreast of public policy related topics that might impact current or future funding. The Agency Relations representative aids in creating and executing a strategy for a large sustained base of annual individual donors. Please review the full job description for requirements and expectations, and scroll down to How To Apply to apply for this position.

Finance Director

Posted January 8, 2024

We currently have one available position for a Finance Director. The Finance Director will be responsible for all financial affairs of the agency subject to review and supervision by the Executive Director, including tracking and overseeing receipt of funds, paying all bills, managing the payroll, purchasing of supplies, and assuring that all outstanding contracts are satisfied and conducive to NC ROMA principles. Please review the full job description for requirements and expectations, and scroll down to How To Apply to apply for this position.

Executive Program Assistant – PART TIME

Posted January 8, 2024

We currently have one available position for an Executive Program Assistant. The Executive Program Assistant is responsible for all administrative office practices and procedures and equipment.  The Executive Program Assistant should demonstrate the ability to learn and operate the agency computer systems.  This individual will provide information and referral, programmatic data entry and backup for the reception/orientation process.  Additionally, this role requires the ability to maintain confidentiality and to perform in a professional manner at all times.  Has the ability to meet the public courteously and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and clients. Please review the full job description for requirements and expectations, and scroll down to How To Apply to apply for this position.

How To Apply

To apply for any position please enter the required details in the form below.

You may also contact manya . stewart @ eisr . org (without spaces–spaces included to prevent spam) to introduce yourself and notify us that you have applied for the position. You may also send your resume and cover letter to the same email.

If you apply for a position, we will review your application and contact you for an interview if we feel you may be a suitable candidate. If not, we will keep your information on file for six months, and if an appropriate position becomes available we will contact you. Please be aware that positions are subject to continued availability of funding. We post all available positions in-house first, then open the position to outside applicants. Positions are announced here, as well as in other media.

ESR is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any potential candidate on account of race, sexual orientation, religious beliefs or age. If physical accommodations are needed, please notify us and we can review what is required to meet your needs.

We are always in need of volunteers! Please contact us to find out what our current volunteer needs are. We also occasionally have interns from local colleges/universities to join us. If an internship interests you, please check with your adviser, who can then make the contacts to arrange your internship with ESR.