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"Commitment is never an act of moderation."
-Kenneth G. Mills

 
 

It takes many individuals to create a village, and many villages to create a nation. Now, many nations must create a world where together we solve the central global issues
that diminish opportunities for us all. We invite you to join us.

 
 

Help us grow innovators who create change

All of us want to make a difference in the world, and do work that matters. Providing support for an initiative that nurtures everyone's potential leaves an enduring legacy. We are seeking funding, expertise, and resources. If you share our vision and are interested in contributing to this effort, please contact us.
 

Share your expertise

We are seeking other groups, organizations, and individuals who are committed to similar goals and have expertise to offer. We are seeking specific skills in a variety of areas such as Web development, accounting, research, and volunteer coordination.

The positions below are for four to six week contract with stipends. All positions are available now. Applicants must have their own laptop (any kind).

Summer 2008 Open Positions:

(1) Fund Development
Successful applicant will help Springboard accomplish its mission to build organizational capacity and expand programming. Must have experience with analysis of opportunities aligned to mission. Will pursue funding and partnerships and play a lead role in developing proposals. Will work closely with the executive director on strategic planning. Interested applicants should have practical writing skills. Experience with nonprofit fund raising ideal. Successful intern will secure a short-term contract for $2,500 for a six-week internship. Flexible hours and dates negotiable.

(2) Communications: Web and Newsletter
We are seeking a creative and capable writer who is interested in our mission. We are looking for someone who enjoys designing and writing, and can generate a newsletter both in email and on the Web. Other writing will include marketing copy and Web site content. Successful applicant will work with the executive director, a graphic designer, our executive editor, and our marketing manager. Short-term contract for $2,000 available for a four-week internship. Flexible hours and dates negotiable. Extension possible depending on skills.

(3) Web Engineer
Springboard is developing a new program online and seeks Web engineering technical expertise to help refine and execute the project. Not an average Web site project, successful applicant will have had experience with sophisticated Web 2.0 site development that includes financial transactions and room for expansion. Successful intern will secure a short-term contract for $3,000 for a six-week internship. Flexible hours and dates negotiable.

(4) Project Manager for the new Springboard Social Innovation Forum
Springboard is launching a new initiative and seeks a project manager to coordinate the further development of the program. This is an excellent opportunity to manage and promote an exciting new event in Portland, Oregon. Exhibit curation, theme development, coordinating speakers, and designing activities are all part of the job. This position is part-time over the next six months, possibly longer. Download a detailed description here.


Please email resume and a letter of interest to Amy Pearl, Executive Director, or call 503-407-8459 for more information.