Chi West ResourceNet Research Assistant
Job Description
The research assistant will assist the Chi West Project Manager on resource development for the ChiWest ResourceNet Capacity Building Initiative and assist with the evaluation. The capacity building initiative has provided capacity building with non-profits on three levels: workshops, one on one technical assistance and provided capacity building grants. The research assistant will assist the Project Manager to assemble a resource guide to distribute to all organizations in the ChiWest cohort by October 15, 2010. He/she will compile and research all materials available on various topics in nonprofit capacity building. This research may include but is not limited to: nonprofit consultants, membership organizations, sample policy and procedures, sample board, volunteer or staff development plans, various articles, evidence based research on nonprofit operation best practices, social enterprise, financial management, budget development, evaluation, grant writing, fundraising, program development, strategic planning, marketing, and more. This resource guide will require printing, collating, and presentation to all ChiWest ResourceNet participants.
He/she will also manage the listserv and internal website updates as needed. He/she will also assist with the coordination of focus groups and surveys. The consultant evaluator will conduct some progress report surveys at the end of the project. The research assistant will assist with data entry, note taking, and some scribe responsibilities.
The research assistant will work with the program manager, consultant evaluator, and Donor’s Forum as well as other resource and capacity building organizations in the Chicago land area to obtain resources.
Experience:
The successful candidate will have experience with multiple search engines and have the ability to conduct research online as well as in print. The successful candidate will have some experience with SPSS or similar platform and Survey Monkey. This candidate should have a willingness to learn and be familiar with ACCC listserv management. This candidate must also have excellent customer service skills and written communication skills.
Please send all inquiries to
Aletra Nicholson
aletra@uic.edu
(312) 413-3885
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