Job: Computer Coordinator/Social Change

Patricia Clay (pclay@WHSUN1.WH.WHOI.EDU)
Mon, 31 Oct 1994 14:03:03 -0500

for non-profits, primarily involved in social change and development issues.
Please respond to the address at the end of this post, if interested -- NOT
to me or to DEVEL-L. Please note that replies must be received by Nov. 11th.
Trish Clay
pclay@whsun1.wh.whoi.edu
Forwarded message:
> Date: Mon, 31 Oct 1994 13:48:00 EST
> Sender: Technology Transfer in International Development
> <DEVEL-L@AMERICAN.EDU>
> Subject: International Cooperation Coord.

> Job Posting
> International Cooperation Coordinator
>
> We are a nonprofit enterprise providing computer network services
> (conferencing, electronic mail, database services) as well as consultation
> and training in electronic communications to the nonprofit sector across
> Canada and internationally. NirvCentre is the Canadian member of the
> Association for Progressive Communications (APC) a global network
> dedicated to the support and expansion of NGO access to electronic
> communications.
>
> The Job: working with Canadian and southern partners and other APC
> networks you will develop and coordinate NirvCentre projects and
> initiatives relating to international cooperation. You will also be
> responsible for NirvCentre outreach and liaison with the Canadian
> international cooperation community.
>
> The Person: you are stimulated by the challenge and excitement of
> working in an environment that is both on the leading edge of
> communications technology and dedicated to social change. You
> possess an unusual combination of skills and attributes: sound
> knowledge of electronic networking technology in both the North and the
> South, experience in international cooperation in Canada and abroad,
> good instincts for working both independently and in a team, and a
> resourceful attitude in the face of less-than-optimal resources in your
> work environment.
>
> The Qualifications: previous experience in international development,
> comprehensive understanding of wide area networks and electronic
> communications systems, excellent communication skills and proven
> track record in proposal writing and project development. French or
> Spanish language skills an asset.
>
> Remuneration: $32,000 - 36,000 plus benefits, including four weeks
> vacation, medical dental etc...
> We offer a friendly, flexible, hectic and often demanding work
> environment.
>
> Please send your resume by November 11, 1994 to:
> Hiring Committee, NirvCentre, 401 Richmond Street W., Suite 104,
> Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5V 3A8
> Fax: (416) 596-1374 e-mail: kroberts@web.apc.org