Senior Manager, Corporate Alliances

Make-A-Wish Foundation of America – Phoenix, AZ

Posting Date: December 19, 2011 –  Closing Date: Until filled

Serves as point-person and manager of assigned accounts, and provides leadership and supervision to the corporate alliances account management team. The team is responsible for developing, managing, cultivating and implementing major national corporate alliances which provide funding, in-kind resources, employee activation, wish-related elements and promotional opportunities to benefit the Foundation through sponsorship, marketing, cause-related promotions and special events. Manages staff, workflow, account assignments, business strategies and sales/renewal negotiations to support revenue generating functions of the Foundation.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or related field, and a minimum of five years experience in marketing, fund-raising, sales and/or nonprofit program delivery, including at least two years in a management supervision position. Candidates must possess excellent verbal and written communication, public speaking and presentation skills. Exceptional customer service skills and a demonstrated ability in negotiations and problem solving. Frequent travel required.

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   EOE/M/F/H/V   

Instructional Designer

National Office – Phoenix, AZ

Posting Date: December 12, 2011 –  Closing Date: Until filled

The Instructional Designer supports course development, design, and manages instructional projects. In addition, the individual collaborates with the department, LMS coordinator, and subject matter experts to develop targeted curriculum, and ensure appropriate interactivity and quality learning. Responsibilities include all phases of instructional design from inception to completion, as well as the maintenance of customized eLearning programs for the Foundation. The position requires creativity, flexibility and innovation in course design, along with preparation of and adherence to finalized annual production plans. The individual also develops and reviews best practices and quality standards pertaining to course development, delivery and process improvement.

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, education or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Masters degree in Instructional Design preferred. A minimum of three years experience in instructional systems design, including needs analysis, task analysis, sequencing, behavioral objectives, evaluations systems, formulating instructional strategies, developing and writing instruction, media integration and web based learning platforms needed. Demonstrated project management experience, and ability to adhere to deadlines a must.

For immediate consideration, apply online at http://jobs.wish.org. Submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements in Word format to: Human Resources, Make-A-Wish Foundation® of America. EOE

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National Office

Director of Learning and Development

Make-A-Wish Foundation of America – Phoenix, AZ

Posting Date: December 5, 2011 –  Closing Date: Until filled

Be part of our vision for Make-A-Wish Foundation to be the nonprofit employer of choice.

Reporting to the Chief Talent Officer, the Director of Learning and Development will lead Make-A-Wish University by designing, developing and overseeing the development and administration of a strategic comprehensive learning and development curriculum focused on cutting edge techniques using current trends and “best practices.”

Duties and responsibilities will include:

Building a customer-centered learning and development operation to include internal and external customers as knowledge partners ensuring content & branding consistency in all program materials. Be an architect of a system and curriculum which drives the development and attainment of the Foundation’s strategic objectives, core values and core competencies in all of its employees. Develop specific learning and development initiatives to blend cultural, business, and technical responsibilities and ensure their co-evolution by focusing on internal and external customer value, succession planning, career development, performance gaps and driving the adoption of knowledge transfer at the Foundation.

Communicate commitment to learning and development strategy to all internal and external customers; articulate how establishing learning and development, as a true organization asset, will benefit the business. Solicit communication, cooperation, and coordination to gather input on learning and development needs and priorities and develop strategic alliances and partnerships to further the progress of the learning and development initiatives.

Identify specific needs analysis and opportunities for individual and team performance development by conducting assessments to create specific learning and development plans. Develop timely and adequate written directives and instructions on programmatic change and other issues as they relate to learning and development.

Coordinate and deliver quality learning and development modules and an overall

curriculum using a variety of media.

Establish and maintain learning and development dashboard metrics to evaluate effectiveness of learning outcomes and to implement enhancements as needed.

Monitor expenditures to ensure conformity to budget.

Maintain current, broad knowledge of best–in-class techniques by conducting appropriate research of trade journals, internet resources, and communications with peers and other subject matter experts as appropriate. Assess learning technology and service providers to keep current in the best in class learning and development delivery methods and course content. Identify and implement effective software systems to facilitate administration of the learning and development initiatives.

Lead the development, planning and execution of nationally based conferences, orientations, national office training sessions and webinars.

Requirements

The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree from a four-year College or University; 7-12 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Should be certified and experienced in Extended DISC, Predictive Index or similar assessments.

Present materials and facilitate learning sessions through the use of adult learning theory.

Must have experience with information technology enabled delivery.

Be proficient in Instructional Design technology such as Captivate, Articulate and multi-media learning.

Superior verbal and written communication skills.

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   EOE/M/F/H/V   

Summer Internships

Make-A-Wish Foundation of America – Phoenix, AZ

Posting Date: November 17, 2011 –  Closing Date: Until filled

The internship program is designed for current undergraduate or graduate students with the goal of being a leader in the non-profit sector. The purpose of the internship program is to help undergraduate and/or graduate students further cultivate their skills through a real-life work experience.

Please watch for our Summer internship postings in March, 2012.

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