ABOUT WOMEN FOR AFGHAN WOMEN Women for Afghan Women (WAW) is dedicated to securing and protecting the rights of disenfranchised Afghan women and children around the world, particularly their rights to develop their individual potential, to self-determination, and to be represented in all areas of life. To this end, WAW engages with both government and civil society, including religious and gender justice stakeholders. POSITION SUMMARY The Director of Development will proactively lead the development and the execution of a fundraising strategy to allow WAW to accomplish its growing U.S. operations and programmatic vision. The Development Director manages and coordinates the many facets of WAW’s development and fundraising work, including, but not limited to: Government, foundation, and corporate grants. Individual donor fundraising and cultivation. Internal and external fundraising communications; and All fundraising projects and events. We are seeking a seasoned, …
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Mental Health Counselor, NY (US)
Job Position: Mental Health Counselor Reports to: Program Manager, New York Community Center Women for Afghan Women (WAW) is a grassroots, civil society organization dedicated to securing and protecting the rights of disenfranchised Afghan women and girls in Afghanistan and New York, particularly their rights to develop their individual potential, to self-determination, and to be represented in all areas of life. WAW advocates for women’s rights and challenges the norms that underpin gender-based violence wherever opportunities arise to influence attitudes and bring about change. Position Summary WAW is looking for a full-time mental health counselor who can support the women at our New York Community Center (NYCC). The NYCC provides direct side-by-side and comprehensive services to the Afghan, South Asian, Arab, and Muslim immigrant communities of New York City (NYC) and remote (phone or online) support to Afghans and other immigrants that reside outside of NYC. The position …
Outreach Coordinator, NY (US)
Job Title: Outreach Coordinator Reports to: Program Manager, New York Community Center Location: Fresh Meadows, NY 11365 Job Type: Full Time, In-Person Position Summary Women for Afghan Women (WAW) is a grassroots, civil society organization dedicated to securing and protecting the rights of disenfranchised Afghan women and girls in Afghanistan and the US, particularly their rights to develop their potential, to self-determination, and to be represented in all areas of life: political, social, cultural, and economical. WAW advocates for women’s rights and challenges the norms that underpin gender-based violence wherever opportunities arise to influence attitudes and bring about change. The Outreach Coordinator will work closely with WAW’s education, case management, and communications teams in our New York Community Center (NYCC). RESPONSIBILITIES Community Outreach & Relationship Building Promote and communicate WAW's mission and objectives, identify …
ESOL Instructor, NY (US) (Part-Time)
Job Position: English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Instructor Reports to: Education Coordinator, New York Community Center Location: 71-19 162nd Street, Unit CF-D, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365 Tel: (718) 591-2434 Job Type: Part-Time, In-Person Pay Rate: $35/hour Schedule: 10am-12pm , Monday-Wednesday - or - 10am-1pm, Thursday-Friday, plus weekly preparation/administration and pre- and post-testing Start Date: August 15, 2023 Position Summary Women for Afghan Women (WAW) is a women's human rights organization based in New York City and offices in Afghanistan and Washington, DC. We are seeking a detail-oriented, creative, and energetic individual to join the New York Community Center (NYCC) team as an ESOL Instructor. This position will work directly with WAW clients in the NYCC. Candidates must have at least two years of experience in ESOL instruction and must hold a degree or certificate in TESOL. The ESOL instructor reports to the Education Coordinator. Instructors …
ESOL Instructor, VA (US) (Part-Time)
Job Position: Part-Time English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Instructor Reports to: Virginia Community Center Education Coordinator Women for Afghan Women (WAW) is a women's human rights organization based in New York City with Community Centers in New York City and Arlington, Virginia, as well as extensive operations in Afghanistan. We are seeking a detail-oriented, creative, and energetic individual to join WAW's Virginia Community Center (VACC) team as a part-time ESOL Instructor. This position will teach classes directly with WAW clients at the VACC. Candidates must have at least two years of experience in ESOL instruction and must hold a degree or certificate in TESOL. The ESOL instructor reports to the Education Coordinator. This is a part-time, 18 hours/week position with a pay rate of $35/instructional hour. Responsibilities The ESL Instructor’s primary role will be executing the following tasks: Classroom Administration: Lead in the planning, …
Program Manager, VA (US)
Job Title: Program Manager Reports To: US Country Director Location: Alexandria, Virginia Job Type: Full-time, In-person Summary Description Women for Afghan Women (WAW) is a grassroots, civil society organization dedicated to securing and protecting the rights of disenfranchised Afghan women and girls in Afghanistan and the US, particularly their rights to develop their individual potential, to self-determination, and to be represented in all areas of life: political, social, cultural, and economic. WAW advocates for women’s rights and challenges the norms that underpin gender-based violence wherever opportunities arise to influence attitudes and bring about change. The Program Manager develops and oversees programs and activities at WAW’s Virginia Community Center (VACC). With special focus on operations and in partnership with the US Country Director and the Deputy Executive Director, the Program Manager articulates vision, strategic direction, program focus, strength, and …