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Join Glassolutions, a leader in architectural glass and metal solutions based in New York, as our Assistant Project Manager. Here, you'll work on impactful projects that contribute to innovative glass and metal designs. If you have a deep understanding of architectural glass and aluminum systems and a passion for high-quality project management, this role is for you. Thrive in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact project success. Key Responsibilities: - Partner with the Project Manager to lead key aspects of commercial architectural glass projects including storefronts, curtain walls, windows, glazing, railings, and decorative metals, ensuring projects meet the highest standards. - Read and interpret project plans, specifications, and spreadsheets. - Manage project requirements, submittals, shop drawing reviews, and design processes. - Support material ordering through stock length takeoffs, material optimization, and purchase orders. Check in material deliveries for compliance. - Aid in installation planning, equipment mobilization, scheduling, and jobsite logistics. - Assist in preparing project closeout documents and warranties. - Collaborate with sales and estimating teams to ensure accurate project proposals. Qualifications: - Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in project management, specifically within the architectural glass or metal industry. - Expertise in Kawneer Direct and Demichele Group PartnerPak systems is advantageous. - Familiarity with the following brands is a plus - Kawneer, Efco, YKK, Wausau, CRL. - Strong organizational and communication skills. - Knowledge of project management tools and software such as MS Office Suite/365 Programs, Bluebeam, Procore, Teams, etc. Benefits: - Health Insurance - 401K - Paid Time Off - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance Why Glassolutions? - Career Growth: Opportunity to advance in a fast-growing architectural company. - Impactful Projects: Directly contribute to projects that set industry standards. - Collaborative Culture: Work with a talented team in a supportive environment. - Comprehensive Benefits: Health insurance, 401K, paid time off, and more. Glassolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and has equal access to opportunities. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Benefits: - 401(k) - Dental insurance - Health insurance - Paid time off - Vision insurance Work Location: In person
Job brief We are looking for a responsible Assistant Manager to help organize and run our retail stores and fill in for the Store Manager when needed. Your job will be highly important in ensuring the sales team meets its goals of efficiency and customer satisfaction. Assistant Manager responsibilities include hiring and training sales associates, monitoring inventory and ordering merchandise based on demand. You will also research competitive products and analyze consumer behavior to ensure our store meets and exceeds client expectations. Our ideal candidate will have retail manager skills with a sharp business mindset. You should also be skilled at organizing and solving problems. Interpersonal and mediation skills will also be very useful, since you’ll often be acting as a liaison between managers, employees and customers. Ultimately, the duties of the Assistant Manager are to make sure our stores operate effectively, and that we keep our customers happy. Responsibilities - Assist the Retail Store Manager in planning and implementing strategies to attract customers - Coordinate daily customer service operations (e.g. sales processes, orders and payments) - Track the progress of weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual objectives Monitor and maintain store inventory - Evaluate employee performance and identify hiring and training needs. - Supervise and motivate staff to perform their best - Coach and support new and existing Sales Associates - Monitor retail operating costs, budgets and resources - Suggest sales training programs and techniques - Communicate with clients and evaluate their needs - Analyze consumer behavior and adjust product positioning - Handle complaints from customers - Research emerging products and use information to update the store’s merchandise - Create reports, analyze and interpret retail data, like revenues, expenses and competition - Conduct regular audits to ensure the store is functionable and presentable - Make sure all employees adhere to company’s policies and guidelines - Act as our store’s representative and set an example for our staff Requirements and skills - Proven experience as a Retail Assistant Manager or similar position - Experience with recruiting and performance evaluation processes - Familiarity with financial and customer service principles - Good math skills with the ability to create and analyze reports, spreadsheets and sales statistics - Proficient user of MS Office (MS Excel in particular)Leadership and organizational abilities - Interpersonal and communication skills - Problem-solving attitude - Flexibility to work in shifts
Looking for Group Leader, STEM, Drama, Music Activity Specialist for summer programming at our Elementary School and Middle School Programs held in two different public schools. These positions provide direct services to children attending the summer program by assisting the Program Director in implementing program activities, support instructional staff, and facilitate small and large group meetings and clubs and work with community partners to ensure a positive and developmentally appropriate experience for all program youth. • Two years of experience working with school age children and have an enthusiasm for teaching • Must maintain a five day schedule (Personal vacations or other job commitments cannot interrupt the 5 day commitment. • 18 years old and minimum high school diploma for group leader and minimum Bachelors degree in related field for specialist (provide copy of diploma) • Must have a government Identification • Specialists will plan and design curricula for projects and activities All prospective employees must be DOE fingerprinted and cleared (employer will provide)
Spend an incredible summer working with kids at Camp Zeke! Camp Zeke celebrates healthy, active living through whole foods, sports, fitness, and culinary arts! We are located on 560 serene acres in Northeastern, PA, and have campers ages 7-17. Camp Zeke is seeking an enthusiastic and mission-aligned unit head to work in our teen division from June 17th to August 11th. Responsibilities: Oversee staff and campers in one of six units (teens, upper camp boys, upper camp girls, lower camp boys, lower camp girls, and our youngest division), especially during key times of day — including rest period, shower hour, cabin cleanup, and bedtime. Participate in the morning meeting at which we review bunk logs, which are information sheets filled out by counselors every evening. These sheets raise various camper concerns, from homesickness and arguments to missing toothbrushes and lost sweatshirts. The unit heads resolve these issues for all campers in their unit. Inspect the cleanliness of bunks daily, including the porches, lounges and around the cabin. Publicly track clean-up scores, and ensure that cleanest cabins each week get a special prize. Help create bedtime and rest hour rituals with counselors. Make sure to include activities that’ll make the new campers feel included and foster friendships like icebreaker games. Provide regular oversight of counselors in your unit, ensure they are engaged in bedtime rituals, are totally active and engaged during clean-up, etc. Bring any staff performance concerns to the leadership team. Help supervise meals, maintain order in the dining hall, make sure to check in with the counselors to ensure all campers are eating. Spend one meal a day with one of your bunks. Coordinate laundry pickup and delivery. Ensure counselors are making sure every camper is adding their laundry to the bunk bag. Collect laundry and make sure campers are changing their clothes, sheets, and towels regularly. Ensure all counselors and campers are awake at 7:30 am and at breakfast on time. Plan at least 2 unit activities and 1 extra activity per bunk per session. Work in conjunction with the program team for any special activity planned for your bunks/unit and assist with all other programming as needed and requested throughout the day. Communication with parents in a limited capacity might be necessary with the guidance of the director or assistant directors of camper care. Ensure campers write home twice per week (e.g. email or snail mail) and that the mail is being sent out, and the responses delivered in a timely fashion. Make the necessary notes about behaviors on Campminder about any campers, what the action plan was, and the results were. Requirements: - Experience working with children in settings such as daycare, childcare, or education - Knowledge of first aid and CPR is preferred - Background in early childhood education, special education, or sports coaching is a plus - Ability to educate and mentor campers in a positive manner - Strong communication and interpersonal skills Benefits: Accommodations include an air-conditioned cabin Cabins are located on a 560-acre site on private Hickory Lake Room, board, and a salary are provided. Network and make friends with a diverse group of co-ed staff members from around the world. Take part in an exciting array of staff activities and social events. You will also be able to enjoy our lake, pool, hot tub, gym, sports fields, and more during your time off Pay: $1,450.00 - $1,500.00 per month
Full Job Description Our Story For the last twenty years, The Baseball Center NYC’s management team and coaching staff has worked diligently to create a positive environment where players of all ages and skill sets can learn to achieve success both on and off the playing field. The Baseball Center NYC’s mission is quite simply to create quality recreational, travel ball and high school baseball players. We approach our time with each individual and team with well-constructed practice plans and a constant belief in our players as they learn to believe in themselves. We expect our staff to be on-time, meticulously prepared and set the example of what ballplayers need to do in order to succeed. Description of Position | TBCNYC Instructor & Coach Provide private, group and/or team baseball instruction (in facility, on-field, virtually) in a manner aligned with TBCNYC’s mission, approach and business strategy. Assist or lead activities required to maintain TBCNYC’s facility. Not limited to keeping coaches lounge clean, training cage set-up and clean-up, pro-shop sales and inventory control. Adhere to TBCNYC schedules, being prompt and prepared for each practice, game, lesson and/or camp. Both Saturday and Sunday shifts are necessary for this position. Current proficiency with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Word). Serve as a member of the front desk team, scheduling sessions, client interfacing and utilization of TBCNYC's POS system (Square). Education: Bachelor’s degree, preferred. Experience: Two plus years of coaching experience for recreational, travel or middle school / high school baseball. Direct Reports: None. Key working Relationships TBCNYC Asst. Manager, Programs & Leagues: (Weekly) Review TBCNYC's Rising Stars Academy and/or Outdoor League(s) assignments. TBCNYC Head Coach: (Weekly) Set-up private lesson schedule and review practice plans. TBCNYC Client Coordinators (aka front desk): (Daily) Review daily schedules and any pertinent notes regarding an instructor’s lesson / program schedule. TBCNYC Coaching Staff (Daily) On-going discussion regarding team practices, game plans and private lessons. Work Guidance Managing Director: Strategic direction and performance management.
Full Job Description Mercy Drive, Inc. is looking for a Day Habilitation Driver/ Direct Support professional (Bilingual Spanish) Must have at least a high school diploma or GED. Must be able to drive a 12-15 Passenger Van. 30 Hours a week. Monday-Friday 7am-3pm (3 days a week) Duties include the following: (other duties may be assigned) 1. TO ENSURE SAFETY OF ASSIGNED PARTICIPANTS DURING THE PROGRAM HOURS AND PARTICIPANT IS NOT SEPARATED FROM A GROUP AT ANY TIME; EACH PARTICIPANT IS ACCOUNTED FOR WHEN THEY ARE OUT IN THE COMMUNITY OR USING ANY PUBLIC FACILITIES. TRANSPORT INDIVIDUALS. 2. To assist participants in attaining skills according to their abilities and behavioral needs identified in Group Day Habilitation Plan such as adaptive skills, socialization and communication skills, money management and travel training skills and additional individualized skills to be discussed with the Program Supervisor, participant, and circle of support. 3. To inform the Program Supervisor immediately about suspected incidents of any types of abuse, exploration, and neglect to the Individual during the service time, to document it in writing, and to report within 12-24 hours of incident discovery. 4. To always take into consideration that extra patience and understanding is imperative and essential when interacting with people who have special needs with physical and/or mental limitations. To be emotionally and physically capable of caring for members of this population. 5. To provide professional direct assistance and adequate supervision to participants during the service time and before ending the service, to remain always calm. To present as a positive role model for the individual. 6. Staff must perform a headcount of every participant before leaving and upon arrival at any location or destination including getting on and off vehicles, elevators or other mold of transportation. 7. To follow community safety agreement and professional boundaries policy at all times. 8. To complete and submit monthly summary notes and individual summary to Program Supervisor by the 5th of the month documenting continuous progress reviews according to OPWDD and the agency standards. 9. To ensure proper personal hygiene; to assist the participants with self-care, toileting, showering, tooth brushing, grooming, dressing and others as needed. To ensure the participant’s diaper is always clean. To check the diaper once again before dropping off the participant. 10. To assist in developing, coordinating and implementing curriculums and goals related activities by following the program’s schedule for each Individual and accompany participants safely to community resources (stores, places of worship, Library, Park, Museum, Grocery store, recreation and health facilities etc.) in order to promote the usage of available ordinary community resources. 11. To maintain daily documentation, to clock in/out daily, and to complete other Day Habilitation Documentation as required by the Program and the Supervisor. 12. To meet the deadlines assigned by the Program Supervisor, to ensure the documentation completed properly and submitted on time. 13. To maintain in the program a healthy and positive environment, including but not limited to safety, program/vehicle cleanliness, and maintenance of program supplies. Assist the driver in maintaining a safely operated bus (making sure Participants are properly seated and buckled up during transit) 14. Monitor riders’ behavior during trips and report any sign or symptoms of illness or adverse medication reaction to the site supervisor in order to implement an appropriate plan of action. 15. To perform monthly fire drills with participants at the program. 16. To report “in” and “out” of the Participant’s home or at the Community by contacting Program Supervisor. 17. To inform the Program Supervisor immediately about any issues/problems by using the Agency Cell Phone. 18. To use communication skills in order to participate effectively as a team member. 19. To use equipment and supplies efficiently and inform the Program Supervisor of shortages/needs. To maintain agency cell phone, E-Z pass and other agency property accurately. 20. To keep Program’s Supervisor informed immediately of any changes in participant’s or work schedule. To report the program’s supervisor one day prior in case of calling for sick day off. 21. To participate in scheduled group supervision and/or biweekly meetings, to attend in-office or OPWDD provided trainings when appropriate and relevant to job duties in order to increase knowledge of services and share professional support. To attend Initial/Annual/Semi-Annual Day Habilitation Plan reviews and other meetings if required. 22. Perform other/additional duties as assigned by Executive Director, Program Manager and Program Supervisor. 23. Transport Individuals in 12 Passenger Vans. Work Remotely No Job Type: Part-time Pay: $17.95 per hour Benefits: Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Schedule: 10 hour shift Weekends as needed Education: High school or equivalent (Required) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Work Location: In person
Compensation Type: Yearly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate’s portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry’s most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle. Location: Midtown convenience. Classic hospitality. Complete comfort. A celebrated past. It all comes together at the Park Central New York Hotel – located squarely amidst New York’s most popular sights and hotels in Midtown Manhattan. Our mix of exciting amenities pay homage to our glamorous past, while presenting a modern spin on the hotel’s electrifying environment. Guests will delight in escaping the hectic city life to bask in the stylish Park Central New York. Overview: The Housekeeping Manager is responsible for ensuring the operation of the Housekeeping Department in an attentive, friendly, efficient and courteous manner, providing all guests with quality service and a clean and safe environment throughout their stay, while efficiently managing expenses and maximizing service levels. Responsibilities: Employees must, at all times, be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow employees. Respond to all guest requests, problems, complaints and/or accidents presented through reservations, comment cards, letters and/or phone calls, in an attentive, courteous and efficient manner. Follow up to ensure guest satisfaction. Motivate, coach, counsel and discipline all Housekeeping personnel according to Highgate Hotel SOP's. Ensure compliance to Standard of the Week training, using the steps to effective training according to Highgate Hotel standards. Maintain a regularly scheduled cleaning program (i.e. floor care, hard cleaning, mattress flipping, etc.) and maintain a detailed checklist for each position. Assist in maintaining and controlling all housekeeping equipment. Assist in ensuring compliance with all corporate Risk Management standards (MSDS, HazComm, etc.). Ensure that large guestroom turns are managed efficiently. Ensure consistency with departmental opening and closing procedures. Carry a pager at all times. Prepare and conduct Housekeeping interviews as required and follow hiring procedures according to Highgate Hotel SOP's. Develop employee morale and ensure training of Housekeeping personnel. Inspect rooms daily, and ensure that some rooms are inspected with supervisors on a daily basis. Assist the Director of Housekeeping in inspecting all VIP rooms prior to arrival. Ensure that public areas, guest rooms and back-of-house areas are cleaned to Highgate Hotel standards. Assist in maintaining required pars of all Housekeeping and Laundry supplies by ordering all needed supplies and amenities on a monthly or quarterly basis. Assist in conducting monthly and quarterly Housekeeping inventories on a timely basis. Ensure guest privacy and security through correctly following Highgate Hotel procedures. Monitor work orders and submit to Engineering according to hotel procedures. Follow up on work orders to ensure completion. Conduct pre-shift meetings for room attendants and housemen. Respond to emergency situations using information contained in MSD sheets. Keep MSD sheets current and easily available. Balance and clear room status nightly; compare the p.m. housekeeping report with the PMS room status report and resolve any discrepancies. Assist in reviewing Housekeeping staff's worked hours for payroll compilation and submit to Accounting on a timely basis. Assist in preparing employee Schedule according to business forecast, payroll budget guidelines and productivity requirements. Maintain Highgate Hotel SOP's regarding Purchase Orders, vouchering of invoices and checkbook accounting. Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with managers, employees and other departments. Ensure implementation of all Highgate Hotel policies and house rules. Understand hospitality terms. Ensure sign off of all Service Standards by Position competencies for Housekeeping staff. Operate pagers and radios efficiently and professionally in communicating with hotel staff. Ensure the proper use of radio etiquette within the department. Manage and organize large turn days (including group check-ins or check-outs). Monitor out-of-order, out-of-service, discrepant and show rooms. Must maintain constant communication with Guest Services. Monitor and act on special requests as needed; VIPs, special needs rooms, connecting, etc. Attend weekly staff meeting and provide training on a rotational basis using steps to effective training according to Highgate Hotel standards. Maintain and monitor "Lost and Found" procedures and policies according to Highgate Hotel standards. Maintain key control system for house keys. Ensure participation within department for monthly Highgate Hotel team meeting. Focus the Housekeeping Department on their role in contributing to the Guest Service and audit Scores. Monitor all V.I.P.'s, special guests and requests. Review Housekeeping log book and Guest Request log on a daily basis. Assist in maintaining an organized and comprehensive filing system with documentation of purchases, vouchering, schedules, forecasts, reports and tracking logs. Use the telephone and computer system for reporting and verifying room status. Record all valet laundry for valet cleaners. Check and review incoming laundry at end of day to ensure all items have been returned. Properly store, secure and issue supplies as needed to meet business demands. Ensure completion of regular maintenance and cleaning projects on a biannual basis. Ensure overall guest satisfaction. Qualifications: At least 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field; or a 4-year college degree; or a 2-year college degree and 1 or more years of related experience. Supervisory experience required. Must be proficient in Windows, Company approved spreadsheets and word processing. Long hours sometimes required. Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner. Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests. Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines. Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner. Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings. Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required. Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel. Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing nametags. Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations. Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions. Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary. Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
Young Risers LLC Education Director Description: Young Risers LLC is seeking an Education Director who, under the supervision of the Executive Director, will plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports our vision, mission and encourages the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of our students, ages birth to 5 years, within the inspirational Reggio Approach. Qualifications: § Minimum Bachelors/ Master’s Degree preferred in early Childhood Education § NYS teaching certification and previous lead teacher experience. The ability and patience to prepare documents and make strong policies will bring about a significant and positive improvement in education quality. The ability to multitask; work on several projects simultaneously to meet the academic environment’s demands. First-class organizational skills; organizing and presenting reports, PowerPoint presentations, assessments, and more. Ability to use tact diplomacy in interactions with all relevant parties; because you will be dealing and interacting with people from different backgrounds and disciplines, the ability to be sensitive to other people’s opinions while trying to find common ground is essential to possess. Strong ethical conduct: you must maintain a high level of professionalism and integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness in the discharge of your duties, putting all personal, religious and political bias aside. Hours & Salary: § Monday thru Friday 8:30am – 6pm § Paid holidays and trainings, 5 PTO’s and 401K (after first year of hire) § Starting at $68,000 with minimum qualifications. Duties Responsibilities: · Develop a curriculum and program inspired by the Reggio Approach - Take part in professional, self and team building activities based on the ideals of the Reggio Approach. - Along with the Executive Director and teachers provide a safe and stimulating environment, ‘Third Teacher’, that provokes inquiry and wonder based on children’s intertest. - Plan with educators a developmentally appropriate emergent curriculum and engaging lessons that meet children’s interests, state requirements and parent expectations. · Oversee Staff - Assist with or conduct interviews of prospective staff members and train all staff. - Supervise monthly classroom schedules and routines in accordance with the vision and mission of Young Risers Childhood Program. - Create and attend monthly staff meetings and functions of the Early Childhood Program. - Give guidance and direction to all staff and volunteers. - Other activities and duties as needed that address the ongoing health and well-being of our staff and members. · Manage Facilities - Be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the program- must make sure that the facility is safe and well-stocked. That includes checking that safety equipment is available and working, removing hazards and ensuring the facility is always clean and orderly. - Be licensed in food protection, FDNY: S95 and F07 - Conduct fire drills and manage emergency procedures in accordance with the guidelines of the center. - Carry out the adopted recruitment and enrollment policies. - Keep student and staff attendance and tuition records. - Keep all records required by the NYCDOHMH/ OCFS and Aspire: Maintain accurate program documentation; including but not limited to incident/ accident/ behavior reports, sign-in/ sign-out, development/ growth forms; document eating and sleeping, parent surveys, etc. - Meet with all NYC representatives regarding inspection. - Review and help carry out fire, tornado, and disaster drills. - Be aware of and comply with all personnel policies and NYCDOHMH Article 47. · Create a Budget - Assist with the preparation of the annual budget in relation to school supplies, holiday celebrations and festivities, teacher appreciation and individual classroom needs. - Operate the school within the budget. · Market the Facility - Create a marketing plan within the school budget to promote awareness of the facility and its services. · Meet with Families and Teachers - Maintain an active system of parent-school relationships by keeping parents up to date on their child’s development and progress. - Discuss with parents’ ways in addressing any learning or behavioral issues. - Contact agencies and make referrals to help children with special needs. - Plan and fulfill parent involvement, parent-teacher conferences, holiday festivities and all celebrations.
Full Job Description Bushwick Center is actively seeking a Recreation Aide to work Part-Time for our Adult Day Care located in Ridgewood, NY. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with the elderly. Must Be Bilingual English & Spanish DUTIES: Assist department staff with the implementation of activities and programs for Residents; focusing on individual interests Work directly with Residents on units Assist [Recreation Director] and set up, [implement, and clean up] programs as needed Organize and obtain supplies and equipment as requested Assist recreation specialists & set up program areas as needed Keep daily attendance and document residents’ participation in activities Assist residents to program location and return residents to appropriate units Collaborate with Recreation Director to create/modify the recreation calendar and coordinate with outside parties to implement recreational activities. Distribute calendars. Be familiar with established emergency procedures Other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS: Positive attitude and energy is a must!! Experience with activities in healthcare settings or college work in recreation therapy Knowledge of APIE… [preferred] Previous experience with Geriatric population preferred Proficient computer skills necessary Knowledge of APIE (assessment / planning / implementation / evaluating) programs Ability to work effectively as a team member Strong organizational & planning skills; ability to multi-task
Job Announcement MENA Program Director The International Legal Foundation (ILF) is hiring a program director to help advance the development of the ILF’s public defender programs in Tunisia and the West Bank. The ILF program director for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) will lead the ILF’s long-term efforts in the region to build a culture of defense through practical skill-building and case-based mentoring, as well as project implementation aimed at strengthening the quality and effectiveness of defense services. This is a great opportunity for an experienced criminal defense lawyer to join a global team of experts who are fighting injustice and discrimination while transforming legal systems around the world. Driven by the belief that every person accused of a crime deserves to be represented by a well-trained lawyer, the ILF has established pioneering public defender programs in Afghanistan, Myanmar, Nepal, Tunisia and the West Bank of Palestine, and is providing technical assistance to legal aid providers in the Republic of Georgia and Indonesia, who are leading the fight for equal access to justice for poor and vulnerable accused. The ILF’s uniquely practical and effective approach focuses on incrementally developing the knowledge and skills of local lawyers through mentoring—not simply dropping in and providing one off trainings—empowering them to provide high-quality, client-centered, rights-based legal aid and challenge injustice. In addition to its ground-up work establishing effective public defender systems, the ILF also engages in high-level global advocacy, pushing countries, international institutions, and donors to prioritize legal aid as a fundamental human right. The ideal candidate will be a passionate, committed advocate with experience training and mentoring lawyers on how to use the law to increase access to justice and respect for the rule of law. They will also have familiarity with performance standards and guidelines for quality defense representation, with successful experience working in an international or inter-cultural setting. This position is intended to be based out of the ILF’s New York office in Midtown Manhattan, but both hybrid and completely remote opportunities are available. The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000. The ILF considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The ILF offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 403(b) retirement plan. Responsibilities: - Direct mentoring, both in person and remotely, of Tunisian and Palestinian legal aid lawyers on actual casework and training, as necessary, to improve litigation, trial and advocacy skills; - Develop understanding of local law and practice in countries where the ILF works and develop effective litigation strategies to advance the rights of the criminally accused by addressing entrenched rights violations and gaps between the law and actual practice; - Oversee the development and updating of the ILF’s practice manuals, training guides and sample motions in existing country programs and/or in new countries that will assist in the mentoring of local staff and identify key issues to be litigated under the specific laws of the country; - Work with ILF country office senior management on upholding quality legal aid performance standards, and assist in developing and overseeing the ILF’s monitoring and evaluation systems, including the case management systems used by the ILF’s country offices in an effort to ensure accountability and to track continuous improvement and impact; - Draft ILF Case Notes summarizing cases that cover legal issues being addressed in ILF’s program offices, and work with the ILF’s communications team on dissemination; - Manage the ILF’s International Fellows Program, which places volunteer lawyers from around the world in our country offices to provide intensive mentoring to local lawyers, including preparation of the Fellows and oversight on progress and challenges; - Work with the New York and country program teams on the introduction and implementation of projects, grants and activities that advance early access to counsel and high-quality, client-centered, rights-based and holistic legal aid services; - Communicate with donors and stakeholders and help guide growth, expansion and sustainability of the ILF’s public defender programs; - Manage the report writing and the development of publications that cover the program and further the ILF’s advocacy; - Bring innovation and creativity to interventions and initiatives that aim to build justice sector understanding of the right to counsel and their role in ensuring access to justice; - Work effectively with the ILF’s Executive Director and Senior Program Director, and program and communications staff as necessary and appropriate, in supporting the ILF’s mission; - Represent the ILF globally, including at conferences and other advocacy forums. Qualifications: - Law degree and at least 5 years of practical experience in criminal defense - Strong preference will be given to candidates with appellate and public defender experience - Strong and demonstrated commitment to the ILF’s mission - Experience or knowledge in international and inter-cultural exchange and learning, including in the MENA region - Practical lawyering skills training experience - Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills - Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in teams - Ability to work within strict timelines and handle multiple tasks - Strong preference for Arabic and/or French fluency - Ability and willingness to travel to ILF country offices, at times for extended periods of time, or be based regionally, as needed to execute the ILF’s work No telephone inquiries please. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Antiracism, diversity, and equity are critical to our organizational values and to the ILF’s mission to secure equal access to justice for all. Our success is dependent upon providing the space, resources, and support that allow our global team to bring their full selves to work, and to thrive. The International Legal Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We practice inclusive hiring and work to achieve and maintain diversity across races, genders, sexualities, abilities, and experiences. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities to apply. System-impacted people (i.e. people with past involvement in the criminal justice system, directly or through family) are also strongly encouraged to apply.