Veterans Job Fair @NJPAC April 12, 2016

The following was issued by The G.I. Go Fund a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides assistance to all military veterans with an emphasis on employment, housing, and securing educational and health benefits.

You’re invited to the 8th Annual Newark Veterans Job Fair at NJPAC.

The GI Go Fund is hosting our 8th Annual Newark Veterans Job Fair at NJPAC to provide jobs, college opportunities, and benefits to military personnel, veterans, and their families. The event will be held from 10 AM to 2 PM. The event is being held at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center. Click on the link for directions to NJPAC.

Please register for the event by clicking on one of the two buttons below.

Veteran Registration link

Employer/Vendor Registration link

When
TUESDAY
APRIL 12, 2016
10am – 2pm

Where
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
1 Center St,
Newark, NJ 07102

Download Event Flyer

If you have any questions or would like to register by phone call 866-389-4446.

Anti-Poverty Network Job Announcement – Executive Director

The Anti-­Poverty Network of New Jersey (APN) is seeking qualified applicants for the role of Executive Director.

Founded in December 1999, APN is a diverse and growing network focused on preventing, reducing, and ending poverty in New Jersey. APN is a state-­wide membership organization with both organizational and individual members. APN is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as its Executive Director. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate interpersonal, organizational and management skills. A background in non-­profit operations and familiarity with poverty related issues is strongly preferred.

In order to meet the mission of the APN, the Executive Director will provide leadership, and help to organize and monitor all aspects of APN initiatives and activities. The Executive Director will also identify and implement enhancements to fund development, membership, awareness, surveys, advocacy and the overall brand/image.

This is a 30 hour a week position, with potential for additional hours. Bachelor’s degree and related experience required, Master’s degree preferred. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of, and a passion for poverty reduction. A competitive salary, generous paid time off and health insurance stipend are offered.

A cover letter highlighting how the candidate’s experience, skill and vision would further the mission of APN, and a resume, should be sent to: jcampbell@antipovertynetwork.org.

APN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

This job announcement is also available on the APN website.

A full job description is available on APN’s website at http://www.antipovertynetwork.org/resources/Documents/APN%20ED%20Job%20Description%20.pdf.

Feel free to share the job description and job description with your network.

Faith- Based Event For Reentry Project

Volunteers are needed for a reentry demonstration program in Union County. Members of faith-based organizations who work with the reentry population and are interested in mentoring Second Chance Act (SCA) clients are urged to attend.

A meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 10 A.M. It will be held at Fountain Baptist Church, 116 Glenside Avenue, Summit, New Jersey.

For more information contact: Deborah Mohammed-Spigner at 609-777-0512. Her email address is Deborah.Mohammed-Spigner@spb.state.nj.us.