Jobs at Freelancers Union
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Freelancers Union, a national non-profit organization, represents the needs and concerns of today’s independent workforce through advocacy, information and service. We are passionate about our mission to improve working life for independent workers - a community representing 30% of the U.S workforce. And we’re the people behind all those insurance ads with the beehive that you see on the subway.
Through Freelancers Union, we offer health, life, disability and dental insurance, as well as discounts and other resources to freelancers, consultants, temps, part-timers and the self-employed. We offer an excellent benefits plan that includes health coverage, dental insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, and TransitChecks. Our offices are located in DUMBO, one stop in Brooklyn off the A, C or F and one block from the East River and Fulton-Ferry State Park.
Our Culture
Beyond our mission, we’re also passionate about and proud of the culture and work environment we’ve created. We believe everyone has an important contribution to make toward achieving our goals, both through collaborative teamwork and independent initiative. The atmosphere here is loose, fun, and friendly.
Current Openings
+ Director of Technology (CTO)
Our Mission:
This organization will change the way you look at labor, government and society at large and will pay you to make meaningful change in people's lives. Change such as building the future safety net of the 21st century for independent workers (about 1/3 of the US workforce).
Endless Learning Oppurtunities:
This is an environment that will allow you (force you!) to expand your skill set as you learn how to build new businesses. You'll be exposed to world experts in various industries as you learn how to build real institutions like a bank, a health insurace company, or a 401k plan.
People:
We have been successful at attracting people who are smart, driven, entrepreneurial, hungry for knowledge, fun, and skeptical of the status quo. That's a short list, but smart is at the top with good reason.
Working Environment:
We are proud of the entrepreneurial and collaborative business environment we have created, and we employ a "no bullshit" policy that ensures that adding value is an important component of every action. "Work smart" is a strategy that is executed on a daily basis here, because we believe in a respectful balance between life and work. We're far more interested in achieving our mission than tracking anyone's hours.
Experience And Some Credentials That You Should Have:
- A diverse professional background, ideally with time spent in leadership roles in several different business sectors
- A broad scope of technical knowledge and experience, including internal and external Infrastructure, Software Architecture, Web Systems, Security systems and processes, Disaster Recovery and Telephony systems
- A demonstrated entrepreneurial, results-oriented mindset that has yielded significant success in a professional setting
- Exceptional leadership ability as demonstrated through management of individuals and teams
- Experience managing a large divers group of technologists
If we sound like an organization in which you can develop and thrive, please email your resume with a cover letter to technojob@freelancersunion.org
Our offices are located in DUMBO, one stop in Brooklyn off the A, C or F and one block from the East River and Fulton-Ferry State Park.
For more information, please visit our website at http://www.freelancersunion.org/
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Freelancers Union, a national non-profit organization, represents the needs and concerns of today's independent workforce through advocacy, information and service. We are passionate about our mission to improve working life for independent workers - a community representing 30% of the U.S workforce. And we're the people behind all those insurance adds with the beehive that you see on the New York subways.
We are seeking well-rounded and experienced web developers to create and maintain various online products and services. We work with a diverse set of technologies and our projects span multiple domains - from health insurance to political action.
You should have experience with:
- Python, Java or PHP5
- Javascript, HTML, and CSS
- Database design and SQL
- (Obviously!) Developing for the web (working knowledge of HTTP, caching, sessions, etc.)
- Developing in a Linux environment
- Administering web servers (specifically Apache or Lighttpd)
It would be great if you also knew about:
- Application deployment and maintenance with Make, Maven, setuptools, and simple shell scripts
- Frameworks like web.py, Django, Restlet, and Spring
- Back-end queuing/messaging - ActiveMQ
- Progressive enhancement techniques / graceful degradation
Lastly, you'll get special consideration if:
- You are an electronic toy instrument virtuoso
- You can make a delicious grilled cheese
- You have uncanny accuracy with Nerf weapons
If we sound like an organization in which you can develop and thrive, please email your resume with a cover letter to technojob@freelancersunion.org
Our offices are located in DUMBO, one stop in Brooklyn off the A, C or F and one block from the East River and Fulton-Ferry State Park.
For more information, please visit our website at http://www.freelancersunion.org/
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Freelancers Union, Inc., a national non-profit 501(c)(4) organization, along with Working Today, Inc., its 501(c)(3) policy and education adjunct, represent the needs and concerns of today’s independent workforce through advocacy, information and service. We are passionate about our mission to improve working life for independent workers - a community representing 30% of the U.S workforce.
In recognition of its goals, Freelancers Union has received grants and other support from the State and City of New York, as well as from leading foundations such as the Ford Foundation, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, J.P. Morgan Chase, New York Community Trust, United Hospital Fund, Rockefeller Family Fund, and others. Freelancers Union is also a four-time winner of Fast Company’s Social Capitalist Awards.
We are seeking a dynamic Development Manager who will work closely with and report to the Executive Director. The Development Manager will supervise all fundraising activities, including philanthropic, social enterprise and individual giving, that contribute to Freelancers Union’s ambitious development goals. The Development Manager will improve internal fundraising systems, manage all development-related reporting requirements, and lead the development team in both strengthening current and creating new relationships through rigorous prospecting, cultivation and stewardship activities.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop and implement strategies focused on fostering fundraising partnerships (foundation, government, corporate and individual) and coordinate the involvement of senior leadership in relationship-building activities
- Work closely with the Event Planning team to ensure the success of new and existing donor-focused events by leveraging local and national networks, and recruiting, coordinating and motivating volunteers and supporters
- Manage, support and coordinate development team and external consultants as appropriate to maximize involvement and impact
- Manage all functions of the development department. This includes: designing and driving action plans to achieve annual fundraising goals; developing and fortifying fundraising systems and processes; and preparing budgets and forecasts and setting and tracking goals related to all fundraising activities
- Support the organization’s senior leadership, and align fundraising efforts with Freelancers Union’s overall strategic plan and organizational goals
Qualifications:
- At least 3 years of experience managing development functions in an entrepreneurial nonprofit environment
- Demonstrated success developing and fostering fundraising relationships as well as experience with and/or knowledge of government fund sources. Knowledge of the New York philanthropic community preferred.
- Exceptional understanding of Development networks, practices and strategies across various sectors and industries, as well as the acumen and agility to implement and re-engineer them as needed.
- Strong management skills, with the ability to mentor, coach, and supervise development professionals in early stages of their careers
- A professional, resourceful style with the ability to work as a team member or independently
- Relentless energy and drive toward achieving goals, with an entrepreneurial approach to fund raising and problem-solving
- A friendly, collegial personality with compulsive integrity, and a well conditioned sense of humor
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, development databases and social networking technologies
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree preferred
To Apply: Please email a resume and thoughtful cover letter with brief salary history to: resume@freelancersunion.org. Resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
Our offices are located in DUMBO, one stop in Brooklyn off the A, C or F and one block from the East River and Fulton-Ferry State Park.
For more information, please visit our website at http://www.freelancersunion.org/
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