233 Broadway, 12th Floor, New York, NY, 10279, Tel 212-334-1300, Fax 212-941-9407 

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Job Title: SENIOR PROGRAM ASSOCIATE				                   Start Date: Immediate

Description:
The Accessing Safety Initiative provides support to non-profit organizations, government agencies, and communities interested in improving their services for individuals with disabilities and Deaf individuals who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or stalking. Using a variety of methods, the Accessing Safety Initiative currently provides technical assistance and training to 15 federally-funded initiatives, each comprising a collaboration of state or local organizations that serve victims of violence and/or people with disabilities.  Visit the Accessing Safety Initiative’s website for more information: www.accessingsafety.org.  

Responsibilities:
Reporting directly to ASI’s director, the senior program associate will:

Essential Job Functions
* Manage and design assistance to program clients, including one-on-one consultations, conference calls, intensive on-site assistance in the field, and other forms of assistance as appropriate;
* Assist in the design of multi-jurisdictional and national meetings and other technical assistance engagements; 
* Develop and maintain relationships with ASI’s associates and clients;
* Develop case studies of program sites’ processes and interventions;
* Develop, research, and write program materials, including publications and briefing memoranda; 
* Assist with program development; and
* Maintain a travel schedule of 30 percent of time worked. 

Non-Essential Job Functions
* Represent the program in public speaking engagements and professional meetings
* Assist on other projects as assigned

Qualifications:
Candidates must possess the following: 

* A graduate degree in a related field
* At least six years of work experience in public policy, advocacy, or government
* A demonstrated knowledge of issues concerning domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking
* A demonstrated knowledge of accessibility, disability (including mental health), and/or Deaf culture
* Analytical thinking and rapid problem-solving skills
* Strong diplomacy and negotiation skills
* Excellent communications skills and very high attention to details
* The ability to manage work on multiple projects effectively and efficiently 
* A willingness to travel outside of NYC frequently 

Relocation to the NYC area is preferred, but not necessary. 

Salary: Based on experience. Excellent benefits available. 

Send cover letter, resume, three references and a brief writing sample (please, no phone calls) to:

Senior Program Associate
Accessing Safety Initiative
Vera Institute of Justice
233 Broadway, 12th Flr.
New York, New York 10279
Email: job.asi.seniorassociate@vera.org
Fax: (212) 941-9407

Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and Deaf people are encouraged to apply. 

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Vera Institute of Justice is a private nonprofit organization that works closely with leaders in government and civil society to improve the services people rely on for safety and justice. Vera develops innovative, affordable programs that often grow into self-sustaining organizations, studies social problems and current responses, and provides practical advice and assistance to government officials in New York and around the world. The Vera Institute of Justice values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
www.vera.org