This week I have chosen to explore three of the recommended sites that were provided by Professor Dartt. These organization are internationally known to the world as organization that help children as well as individuals by bring awareness to all social, political and economic issues. The reason I chose them is because I was unfamiliar with these organizations and would like to learn more about them.
Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
www.oecd.org
This organization aims to promote policies that support the well-being of people around the world. They provide a forum that helps people to communicate and share experiences that help find solutions. This organizations work with others to understand what economic, social and environmental changes are occurring. they work to provide information that can keep productivity and trends that are positive in order to promote success.
Everyday life issues are what are needed to help people be aware of what changes need to be made for example taxes, social, security and time off that individuals can have. They look at school system's and modern life in different countries and how they are being taken care off in comparisons.
This organizations aims to promote and design policies that improve people's quality of life.
Building and Workplace Project Coordinator(Job Number: 09413)
Ideal candidate profile
Academic background
Professional background
At least five years working experience in the planning, supervision and management of large projects, preferably in the domain of workplace strategies, building works and estate maintenance.
Experience drafting technical and administrative documents and analytical reports; experience in architectural design and good drawing skills would be an advantage.
Experience managing complex projects involving contractors and meeting tight deadlines. Good practical knowledge of planning, project and budget management.
Tools
Very good knowledge of computerised technical management tools.
Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
Knowledge of Autocad software would be an advantage.
Languages
Excellent knowledge of one of the two official languages of the Organisation (English and French); a working knowledge of the other would be an advantage.
Strong communication skills with the ability to convey messages clearly at all levels.
Ability to draft technical dossiers in one of the two official languages.
In order to achieve a position in this particular organization, i would have to improve my management skills as while as my communication skills. I would have to improve my awareness of issues all over the world in order to create policies that help everyone around the world. Learning different languages would be another great asset to obtain because it would have me to improve my world wide skills and learning experiences. I feel confident in my computer skills but I always state there is room for improvement.
International Step By Step Association
http://www.issa.nl/
This organization aims to connect professional and non-profit organizations that work in the field of early childhood development. They work to promote quality care and education for children from birth to 10 years old. they also promote professional development that helps to produce high-quality learning and teaching experiences.
ISSA is open to all organizations and individuals who want to join our efforts to:
- Nurture professionalism in the education and care services from birth through primary school, building capacities and using comprehensive resources.
- Promote social justice and respect for diversity in early years services and in society in general through transformative trainings and inspiring resources.
- Encourage and support the involvement of families and communities in decision making processes about young children.
- Build a strong network of practitioners working with and for young Romani children and their families.
- Advocate for inclusive Early Childhood systems and critical issues related to access, equity and quality.
I do not see any links for current job openings, but I see you can become a member. Being a member consists of signing up and getting involved in bring awareness and support to the organizations goals. Working with this organization aims to support our children and families and encourage their involvement in policy making.
Save the Children
http://www.savethechildren.org/
This organization aims to provide children with a healthy start because they deserve the best in life. They want to help children learn and grow at their own pace to help them reach their full potential. This organizations aims to support big change because they want everyone to be aware of the basic needs of children.
Director, Child Care in Emergencies
Location: US - CT - Fairfield Home Office
Division.: U.S. Programs
The Director, Child Care in US Emergencies is a senior leadership position, responsible for implementing US Programs strategic goals. Child Care in Emergencies includes child care and out-of-school time care throughout the entire disaster cycle (preparedness, response and recovery). She/he is charged with internal and external leadership and representation; programmatic direction and growth, and managerial oversight of all programs, partnerships and operations within the Child Care in US Emergencies realm. The Director, Child Care in US Emergencies is expected to take an entrepreneurial approach to identify and increase public and private funding for US Emergencies work. Additional responsibilities include drive policy and advocacy goals; increase visibility and networking; strengthen partnerships to ensure quality of programs and results nationally.
Responsibilities
• Leadership of preparedness, response and recovery initiatives and programs to reduce risks for children and ensure access to out-of-school time care (including child care, afterschool, summer and emergency care)
• Network and develop productive relationships with state- and major urban area-based key stakeholders, including R&R networks and state human service leaders.
• Advance USPs Policy and Advocacy goals for US Emergencies at the State level
• Identify and pursue public and private funding
• Actively advocate and lobby for State level and Federal funding
• Develop and implement long-term plan for Care for Children in Emergencies Programs
• As budget holder, develop and manage Care for Children in Emergencies budget
• Oversight of administrative and operational activities including compliance with the agency MOS (Maximizing Operational Success)
• Participate in the development of appropriate organizational design and staffing structure for the Care for Children in Emergencies model
• Participate in recruiting the state based staff and ensure that staff are aware of their roles, responsibilities and accountabilities.
Required
•Minimum of a Master’s degree or equivalent in an area related to Education preferred.
•Fifteen years’ experience in a management capacity, of which five years must have been in senior management positions
•Experience with emergency preparedness within Childcare or School settings
•Candidate must have a proven track record of senior program management and accountability across a wide geographic area.
•Experience providing senior representation with high level officials and partners, advocacy and public/private fundraising.
•Candidate must have a proven track record of senior program management and accountability across a wide geographic area.
•Experience providing senior representation with high level officials and partners, advocacy and public/private fundraising.
•Demonstrated experience in financial and sub-grant management, budget control and strategic planning.
•Strong team building and leadership skills.
•Able to deal effectively with ambiguity and change.
•An entrepreneurial spirit and qualities of defining goals, developing staff, take informed risk and decision making are essential
•Must be available to travel 25% of the time primarily to Arkansas, Missouri and Mississippi
When looking through job opportunities this particular title struck me as something that i would be interested in because I feel I strive to a director will help me to achieve all the skills needed to improve myself. Once again communication and business skills are required but also professionalism with dealing with individuals all over the world is needed. I feel this job would be a great learning experience and over time I will be able to fill the position as time goes on. This is an organization where all the members work together because we can only be successful as a team and not as individuals.
ECE field is a dedicated field with many professionals that strive to provide the best for children all around the world and I am glad to be a member of such an important field. I strive to help all children that I can, hopefully I can expand my reach as my career expands.
