[asia-apec 1743] Job Announcement/Job Description - Internet Program Coordinator/Website

[Anuradha Mittal]

Job Announcement/Job Description

Internet Program Coordinator/Website Manager

Food First/The Institute for Food and Development Policy is a
not-for-profit education-for-action center and progressive think tank 
with
a mission to end the injustices that cause hunger by moving people to 
take
effective action.

Position Summary
Food First's website is a cutting edge website that brings together news
and analysis, research tools and activist resources on food, hunger,
agriculture, human rights and other social and economic justice issues. 
Our
audience ranges from activists, academics, and journalists to the 
general
public.

The Internet Program Coordinator/Website Manager is responsible for the
internet program, the web site,  and for overseeing the Institute's
Technology Policy. Specific responsibilities include: day-to-day Web
development (design, expansion, maintenance, promotion and analysis);
implement new site features; list administration; other possible use of 
the
Internet to further the Institute's mission; Internet connectivity;
Technology Policy (maintaining & upgrading in-house computer services
including ethernet and AppleTalk networks, hardware, OS and software 
upgrades
and Tech support to staff).

Qualifications
Required:

o Minimum 2 years experience in site maintenance and project management
o Hand-authoring skills in HTML and optimization of graphics for the web 
a must
o Solid proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and other graphics 
software
o Excellent computer skills (Macintosh and DOS/Windows) and 
trouble-shooting
skills
o Experience with email list administration and other Internet 
technologies
o Knowledge of Internet connectivity issues
o Ability to be self-directed and to work cooperatively in a collective
environment
o Project management skills
o Ability to train and communicate with non-technical staff including 
the
ability to present complex concepts in easily understood graphical
presentations
o Commitment to social justice and the mission of the Institute
o Appreciation of diverse cultures and a diverse work environment.
o Ability to provide leadership and vision to our communications 
strategy
using the internet
o Strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to work 
in a
team

Desired:

o  Experience in network administration
o  Technical needs assessment and planning skills
o  Online fundraising and grant writing experience
o  Advanced Web development skills (information, graphic and visual 
design;
HTML; JavaScript, ASP, CGI, and other programming; testing; promotion 
and
analysis; knowledge of tools; knowledge of standards and compatibility 
issues)
o  Knowledge of computer security issues and backup systems
o  Knowledge of E-commerce techniques and issues

Specific Responsibilities
The Internet Program Coordinator/Web Weaver works with other staff to
insure a first rate electronic outreach/communications strategy and
computer services. S/he is expected to develop and work within a budget 
and
workplan for areas under her/his responsibility.

Website Manager responsibilities include:

o Interface with other staff who provide most content
o Brainstorm web (and other e-communications) 
strategies/features/audiences
with other staff
o Design pages in consultation with other staff
o HTML content
o Development of images, including scanning and other graphics work
o E-commerce features including secure server
o Create searchable archives
o Add and maintain links in consultation with other staff
o Manage list-serves, blast fax and email features, etc.
o Participate in fundraising (grant writing, etc.) activities with other
staff to support electronic outreach/services.
o Provide staff with computer-related trouble-shooting on an as-needed 
and
time-available basis.
o Provide leadership of technology policy
o Provide tech support to staff

Network Administrator responsibilities include:

o Maintain & upgrade our internal ether and Appletalk networks.
o Do feasibility study on acquiring a server and 
purchase/install/maintain
one if so desired
o Develop in-house file sharing/communication strategy in consultation 
with
other staff
o Manage OS and software upgrades/compatibility on Institute's 
computers.
o Purchase computer equipment as needed, based on comparison shopping.
o Maintain internet services.
o Assist other staff with computer-related problems/needs.
o Take charge of relations with outside computer-related vendors.

Employment Status, Salary and Benefits

Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

This is a Level III job classification, depending on experience, with an
initial annual salary of $28,000 - 34,000, plus a  benefits package
including health, dental and vision coverage and retirement benefits.

How to Apply

Send your resume, cover letter, three references, and an URL where we 
can
see your work, to:

Internet Coordinator Search Committee
Food First
398 60th Street
Oakland, CA 94618
510-654-4400  fax 510-654-4551
foodfirst at foodfirst.org
www.foodfirst.org

Position open until filled.

Join the fight against hunger. For more information contact foodfirst at foodfirst.org.

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