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Immediate Need!
One of our clients, The Ford Foundation is looking to fullfill a Information Management position NOW.
The Ford Foundation is a private philanthropic institution that serves as a resource for innovative people and institutions worldwide. Our goals are to: Strengthen democratic values; reduce poverty and injustice; promote international cooperation; advance human achievement. This has been our purpose for almost half a century.
Location :
New York, NY
Summary Description:
The Manager of IM is responsible for managing the collection, organization, preservation of and access to the Foundation's records and intellectual assets. This will include: providing leadership in the application of information management and retrieval techniques to the materials created in the process of the Foundation's work; collaborating with staff in the use of both internal and external resources to support research, discovery and analysis needs of the Foundation; working with staff to implement appropriate practices, procedures, and technology to maintain and enrich the information resources of the Foundation throughout their lifecycle; and, consulting with the Information Technology department in the application of information management practices to software development initiatives. The Manager is also accountable to ensure that record management practices of the Foundation meet the compliance standards of the Foundation.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum 10 years in the information/knowledge management field with experience developing a robust research and information environment in one or more organizations.
Working knowledge of information management principles, techniques, and technology for classification, preservation, search and records retention in both print and digital formats.
Preferred Qualifications:
Extensive experience with Sharepoint as a content management tool. Education experience pertinent to the field. Advanced degree in Information Management, Knowledge Management, or Information Science.
Grade: 133 - Exempt
Salary and Benefits:
Based on experience and on the Foundation’s commitment to internal equity. A generous benefits package is provided. This position is comparable to a Program Officer position.
Excellent benefits include Foundation-paid comprehensive medical and dental insurance, retirement plan, generous vacation, and tuition reimbursement.
Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at The Ford Foundation, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.
To apply for employment, please send resume and cover letter including salary information to Ms. Theresa Smith at the 320 East 43rd Street, New York, NY 10017 OR visit www.fordfound.org/employment.
Posted on September 23rd, 2008