Manager of Global Data Acquisition
GuideStar International
Manager of Global Data Acquisition
Position Summary:
GuideStar International (GSI), a UK-registered charity, seeks a Manager of Global Data Acquisition. This position will be located in GSI�s London office, which focuses on developing and supporting systems that collect, manage, and deliver global data to a wide variety of users.
Based in central London, GSI helps leaders in countries around the world build electronic information systems that aggregate and present timely, comprehensive and accurate information about the work of their civil society organizations (CSOs). Such information generates more confident, generous and discerning decision-making around the work of these vital organizations. Improved decision-making, in turn, enables more vibrant and prosperous civil societies within individual countries and more effective philanthropy and nonprofit practice throughout the world.
In March 2010, GSI combined with TechSoup Global (TSG), a US-based 501(c)3 public charity. TSG helps other nonprofits acquire, understand, and use technology to better serve their missions. Through its product donation service, nonprofits, CSOs, and libraries will find a broad range of software donated by leading tech companies such as Microsoft, Cisco, Symantec, Intuit, and Adobe, along with content and community resources targeted specifically at a nonprofit audience.
As a result of this combination, the enterprise is pursuing new initiatives to leverage its combined global network and data management expertise.
This is a fulltime position, and will report to the Chief Executive of GuideStar International.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Your main responsibilities will be to support the development and implementation of global data acquisition strategies and programs. In supporting TSG/GSI Global Data acquisition, you will be expected to:
� Assist in the design, development, and implementation of activities that collect, manage, and distribute CSO data at country, regional, and global levels.
� Develop and manage engagements with operational and strategic partners, with a focus on Europe but extending globally as circumstances require.
� Continually inform the enhancement of global data services by ensuring that stakeholder experiences and requirements are communicated efficiently to the technical development teams.
� Represent the enterprise in external engagements such as conferences, speaking engagements, and key sector groups.
� Work closely with colleagues in TSG�s San Francisco headquarters and Warsaw office to ensure proper integration of GSI activities with other TSG programs.
� Escalate concerns and opportunities to the Chief Executive.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
� Bachelor�s degree from an accredited college or university.
� At least 5 years of experience in business or nonprofit sector preferably with operational management experience in the development and delivery of IT-based products and services.
� Significant professional experience working internationally.
� Significant experience with Web-based operations, including the delivery and management of information services and using Web-based applications as tools for social change.
� A passion for helping civil society become more effective through better use of information and technology.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:
� Knowledge of the latest trends in web-based applications and services, especially related to social change initiatives.
� Comfortable with systems management concepts (problem and change management)
� Working knowledge of database management concepts and the opportunities and limitations inherent in managing electronic information.
Skills:
� Diplomacy and teamwork
� Cultural sensitivity
� Strong project management skills
� Proven leadership and delivery skills
Abilities:
� Ability to manage complex projects in a heavily matrixed environment, coordinating activities for requirements, design, development, testing, implementation and support with other areas of the organization.
� Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
� Comfortable with public speaking
� Fluent in English
Other Requirements:
Potential for local, regional and international travel
Application Procedure:
Email the required cover letter and resume to info@guidestarinternational.org with the job title in subject heading by 11th February 2011.
Manager of Global Data Acquisition
Position Summary:
GuideStar International (GSI), a UK-registered charity, seeks a Manager of Global Data Acquisition. This position will be located in GSI�s London office, which focuses on developing and supporting systems that collect, manage, and deliver global data to a wide variety of users.
Based in central London, GSI helps leaders in countries around the world build electronic information systems that aggregate and present timely, comprehensive and accurate information about the work of their civil society organizations (CSOs). Such information generates more confident, generous and discerning decision-making around the work of these vital organizations. Improved decision-making, in turn, enables more vibrant and prosperous civil societies within individual countries and more effective philanthropy and nonprofit practice throughout the world.
In March 2010, GSI combined with TechSoup Global (TSG), a US-based 501(c)3 public charity. TSG helps other nonprofits acquire, understand, and use technology to better serve their missions. Through its product donation service, nonprofits, CSOs, and libraries will find a broad range of software donated by leading tech companies such as Microsoft, Cisco, Symantec, Intuit, and Adobe, along with content and community resources targeted specifically at a nonprofit audience.
As a result of this combination, the enterprise is pursuing new initiatives to leverage its combined global network and data management expertise.
This is a fulltime position, and will report to the Chief Executive of GuideStar International.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Your main responsibilities will be to support the development and implementation of global data acquisition strategies and programs. In supporting TSG/GSI Global Data acquisition, you will be expected to:
� Assist in the design, development, and implementation of activities that collect, manage, and distribute CSO data at country, regional, and global levels.
� Develop and manage engagements with operational and strategic partners, with a focus on Europe but extending globally as circumstances require.
� Continually inform the enhancement of global data services by ensuring that stakeholder experiences and requirements are communicated efficiently to the technical development teams.
� Represent the enterprise in external engagements such as conferences, speaking engagements, and key sector groups.
� Work closely with colleagues in TSG�s San Francisco headquarters and Warsaw office to ensure proper integration of GSI activities with other TSG programs.
� Escalate concerns and opportunities to the Chief Executive.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
� Bachelor�s degree from an accredited college or university.
� At least 5 years of experience in business or nonprofit sector preferably with operational management experience in the development and delivery of IT-based products and services.
� Significant professional experience working internationally.
� Significant experience with Web-based operations, including the delivery and management of information services and using Web-based applications as tools for social change.
� A passion for helping civil society become more effective through better use of information and technology.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:
� Knowledge of the latest trends in web-based applications and services, especially related to social change initiatives.
� Comfortable with systems management concepts (problem and change management)
� Working knowledge of database management concepts and the opportunities and limitations inherent in managing electronic information.
Skills:
� Diplomacy and teamwork
� Cultural sensitivity
� Strong project management skills
� Proven leadership and delivery skills
Abilities:
� Ability to manage complex projects in a heavily matrixed environment, coordinating activities for requirements, design, development, testing, implementation and support with other areas of the organization.
� Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
� Comfortable with public speaking
� Fluent in English
Other Requirements:
Potential for local, regional and international travel
Application Procedure:
Email the required cover letter and resume to info@guidestarinternational.org with the job title in subject heading by 11th February 2011.
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