Founded in 2009, LIN Center for Community Development is a not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization. We envision equal access to social and economic opportunities and an improved quality of life for all (irrespective of age, race, gender, ethnicity, origin, etc..). Through grants, technical support and networking, LIN helps local nonprofit organizations (NPOs) and philanthropists (skilled volunteers and donors) to strengthen and grow so they can fulfill their potential as vehicles for sustainable development, poverty alleviation and citizen participation.

As an intermediary, LIN provides access for everyone to information, knowledge, and tools related to community development work. We facilitate platforms, network, workshop, conference, training, and consultation that support the development of local grassroots NPOs at the same time enabling the philanthropists to give strategically. We also promote local-led development and collaboration amongst individual and institutional philanthropists and NPOs through a community fund that provides grants for initiatives addressing local and environmental issues.

By May 2017, LIN has been serving 260 local NPOs, hundreds individual and corporate philanthropists partners. More information and details about LIN programs and services can be found at: www.LINvn.org, www.VietnamCauses.org.

LIN Center for Community Development is looking for the following positions:

(1) a Book-keeper

(2) an Executive Assistant cum Office Manager

(3) an Volunteers Service Coordinator

Please find details in the attached Job Descriptions.

Please help us to pass this information onto relevant candidates. Or submit our application if you have relevant experience!

Join our team if you are interested in working with a dynamic and growing organization, delivering impactful projects that aim to enable equal access to opportunities and quality of life for all!

In addition to enhancing quality of our services to the community, we focus on consolidating the internal operation systems that support the organization's as well as staff's development. We would love to hear from you, if you wish to be part of this challenging yet highly exciting growing process.

Please submit your application to [email protected].

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I. Book keeper

Position: Supervisors: Schedule: Location:

Book keeper Finance Manager 30 hours/ week (flexible working hours) Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

POSITION DESCRIPTION        

LIN Center for Community Development is seeking an ethical and responsible candidate for the position of Book Keeper. This role reports to the Finance Manager and the person’s primary responsibility is to manage the day to day transaction of bank transfer and cash, as well as to record them into QuickBooks (accounting system).

 

We are flexible for 30 hours/ week or full time position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Book Keeper is responsible for the following administration, finance and logistic functions supporting the Finance Manager to ensure efficient and accurate financial management of LIN.

 

Finance and budget management:

• Managing and reconciling bank and cash accounts;
• Maintaining an effective filing management system for financial transactions, key project documents, payment vouchers and accounting logbooks;
• Immediately record and provide receipts for all donations received. Donations are to be recorded into the accounting system and the organization’s information management system, which includes GoogleDrive and CiviCRM;
• Manage the income and expenses using the Quickbooks system;
• Maintain an updated inventory of equipment and conduct quarterly physical inventory checks;
• Assist the Finance Manager in the development of the annual budget and monitor the organization’s finance in accordance with the approved budget;
• Assist the Finance Manager to prepare financial requirements of funding proposals and related budgets;
• Ensure financial procedures are in line with organizational and donor requirements and deadlines;
• Assist the Finance Manager to monitor expenses to ensure progress in compliance with approved budgets and agreements;
• Organize and control purchasing and supply procedures; and
• Support other tasks, as needed.

 

REQUIREMENTS

 

Experience:

• An understanding of accounting process and practices or strong willingness to learn.
• Recent graduate of University Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• Experience providing administrative support.
• Desired experience- working/advising/volunteering with nonprofits, community development projects and/or INGOs, and Quickbooks proficiency.

 

Skills:

• Good accounting/financial, analytical and organizational skills;
• Self-directed, highly motivated, reliable;
• Good communication skills (written and oral) in Vietnamese;
• Working knowledge of Quickbooks (ability to learn quickly to use English & Vietnamese language software);
• Competent in Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Attention to details and determination to meet deadlines; and
• Ability to read and understand English writing.

 

Other:

• Honesty and strong ethics are required in order to be successful in this position;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Demonstrated capacity and willingness to learn - open to learning new ways of doing things;
• Pro-active and results oriented; and
• Friendly, caring, customer service orientation.

OTHER REQUESTS

In addition to the above requirements, the desired candidate will:

• Be a Vietnamese citizen.
• Have a passion for LIN’s mission and commitment to LIN’s core values.
• Have a high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness.
• Have a strong work ethic.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment.

 

LIN aims to always show respect and appreciation for each of our staff, partners, volunteers and donors and we ask that all of employees show the same respect for members of the LIN team, our partners, volunteers and donors.

 

Expected starting date: August 2017

APPLICATION & CONTACT INFORMATION

LIN is committed to equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit, qualifications, abilities, and the law. Employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, ethnicity, gender, geographic or social origin, religion, age, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.

 

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume/CV via email to [email protected]. Please no phone calls, only applicants being called for an interview will be contacted. Please visit the website: http://www.LINvn.org, for more information about LIN.

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II. Executive Assistant and Office Manager

Position: Supervisors: Schedule:   Location:

Executive Assistant and Office Manager Executive Director Full time (open discussion for flexible working hours or 30 hours/week possibility) Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

         

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION

Founded in 2009, LIN Center for Community Development is a not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization. We envision equal access to social and economic opportunities and an improved quality of life for all (irrespective of age, race, gender, ethnicity, origin, etc..). Through grants, technical support and networking, LIN helps local nonprofit organizations (NPOs) and philanthropists (skilled volunteers and donors) to strengthen and grow so they can fulfill their potential as vehicles for sustainable development, poverty alleviation and citizen participation.

As an intermediary, LIN provides access for everyone to information, knowledge, and tools related to community development work. We facilitate platforms, network, workshop, conference, training, and consultation that support the development of local grassroots NPOs at the same time enabling the philanthropists to give strategically. We also promote local-led development and collaboration amongst individual and institutional philanthropists and NPOs through a community fund that provides grants for initiatives addressing local and environmental issues.

By May 2017, LIN has been serving 260 local NPOs, hundreds individual and corporate philanthropists partners. More information and details about LIN programs and services can be found at: www.LINvn.org, www.VietnamCauses.org.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

LIN Center for Community Development is seeking an ethical and responsible candidate for the position of Executive Assistant and Office Manager. The person’s primary responsibility is to assist the Executive Director manage office requirements and administration work.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Executive Assistant and Office Manager will be responsible for the following administration, logistic functions and assist in staff administrative responsibilities;

 

• Assist, as required, in managing the Executive Director’s (ED) diary and appointments, ensuring effective use of time and preparation of papers and information in advance
• Prepare and/or draft correspondence for the ED as required
• Support staff travel arrangements (visa application, transportation, hotel and flight reservation)
• Assist, as required, agendas for meetings/events/workshops
• Carry out a range of administrative office tasks as assigned
• Assist in the management of, and support to, LIN’s leadership team (Directors) including: internal and external meetings and teleconferences, booking venues, and taking minutes as required.
• Make arrangements and prepare agendas for LIN Board meetings, LIN team meetings, (including managing and disseminating minutes) and to ensure papers are accurate prepared and disseminated on time.
• Assist the Executive Director, in the application for receiving foreign funding eg working with government, and preparing application for approval from VUSTA.
• Be responsible for all administration and paper work required for incoming and departing staff, in accordance with the law.
• Assist ED and the leadership in the planning and implementation of organizational learning initiatives.
• Manage LIN’s Office including: database and filing system management, managing the inventory of office supplies, assisting with office layout and staff needs.
• Support other tasks as needed.

 

REQUIREMENTS

 

Skills and Experience:

• 1+ years of administrative experience in an office setting
• Excellent verbal and written communications, networking (in Vietnamese and English), and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to manage tasks and prioritize competing demands in order to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); and
• Good communication skills (written and oral) in Vietnamese
• Ability to read and understand English writing.

 

Other:

• Honesty and strong ethics are required in order to be successful in this position;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Demonstrated capacity and willingness to learn - open to learning new ways of doing things;
• Pro-active and results oriented; and
• Friendly, caring, customer service orientation.

 

OTHER REQUESTS

In addition to the above requirements, the desired candidate will:

 

• Be a Vietnamese citizen.
• Have a passion for LIN’s mission and commitment to LIN’s core values.
• Have a high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness.
• Have a strong work ethic.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment.

 

LIN aims to always show respect and appreciation for each of our staff, partners, volunteers and donors and we ask that all of employees show the same respect for members of the LIN team, our partners, volunteers and donors.

 

Expected starting date: August/September 2017

 

APPLICATION & CONTACT INFORMATION

LIN is committed to equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit, qualifications, abilities, and the law. Employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, ethnicity, gender, geographic or social origin, religion, age, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.

 

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume/CV via email to [email protected]. Please no phone calls, only applicants being called for an interview will be contacted. Please visit the website: http://www.LINvn.org, for more information about LIN.

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III. Volunteer Coordinator

Position: Supervisor: Schedule: Location:

Volunteer Coordinator Director of Programs  Full-time (with flexible working hours) Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION

Founded in 2009, LIN Center for Community Development is a not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization. We envision equal access to social and economic opportunities and an improved quality of life for all (irrespective of age, race, gender, ethnicity, origin, etc..). Through grants, technical support and networking, LIN helps local nonprofit organizations (NPOs) and philanthropists (skilled volunteers and donors) to strengthen and grow so they can fulfill their potential as vehicles for sustainable development, poverty alleviation and citizen participation. 

As an intermediary, LIN provides access for everyone to information, knowledge, and tools related to community development work. We facilitate platforms, network, workshop, conference, training, and consultation that support the development of local grassroots NPOs at the same time enabling the philanthropists to give strategically. We also promote local-led development and collaboration amongst individual and institutional philanthropists and NPOs through a community fund that provides grants for initiatives addressing local and environmental issues. 

By May 2017, LIN has been serving 260 local NPOs, hundreds individual and corporate philanthropists partners. More information and details about LIN programs and services can be found at: www.LINvn.org, www.VietnamCauses.org. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

The LIN Center for Community Development is seeking a high caliber candidate for the position of Volunteer Coordinator. The person’s primary responsibility is to coordinate the matching of skilled volunteers with LIN and its nonprofit organizations partners in order to build capacity for the nonprofits; at the same time with developing and promoting skilled volunteerism in Vietnam. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The roles and responsibilities of the Volunteer Coordinator include:  

 

General Roles:

• Develop and implement concepts of the skilled volunteer and pro bono programs
• Develop and implement effective volunteer management strategies to recruit the right volunteers with the right skills for nonprofits' requests.
• Build and maintain a solid relationship with skilled volunteers.
• Plan and implement formal and informal volunteer recognition activities to recognize the contribution of volunteers to LIN and to NPOs matched with LIN volunteers.
• Prepare budgeting projection and annual reports of programs.
• Promote skilled volunteerism to gain community support: through LIN’s Mandala Night bimonthly volunteer networking event, and other events organized business community.

 

Specific responsibilities: 

Matching Skilled Volunteers to Nonprofits:

• Matching one-on-one by bi-monthly email for LIN’s NPO partners. This involves (1) supporting LIN’s NPOs partners in developing volunteer strategy and Job Description for volunteers, and volunteers management (subject to requests from NPOs), (2) disseminating volunteer JDs and finding the best match volunteers for NPOs, (3) providing orientation to volunteers to build their understanding about NPOs, context of philanthropy/community development and NPOs’ roles in Vietnam, and the volunteers’ roles and responsibilities, (4) monitoring the volunteers – NPO relationship by monthly one on one check-in
• Managing online through the community philanthropy tool philoinhuan.org for public. This involves (1) working with LIN’s designated staff to promote this tool widely to public and attract more users, (2) assisting users with their inquiries, when arisen, (3) monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on the matching rate via the platform.

 

 

Managing Volunteers for LIN:

• Communicate and work with the internal team to assess the need for volunteers to enhance the organization’s performance, productivity, and development.
• Write job descriptions for volunteers in consultation with staff, as appropriate.
• Implement an intake and interview protocol for potential volunteers to ensure the best match between the skills qualification, interests of the volunteer and LIN’s needs.
• Orient volunteers to increase their understanding about LIN, its clients, its services and the roles and responsibilities of all LIN volunteers.
• Ensure volunteers are given appropriate training and supervision to be successful in their positions.
• Ensure that volunteer check-in procedures are followed and records of volunteer hours are maintained according to established procedures.
• Establish and implement a process of evaluating the contribution of individual volunteers.

 

Lead Special Projects:

These projects were designed to better mobilize skilled volunteers and pro bono (human resources) to support local nonprofits’ development.

• Leadership Initiative for Nonprofits: work together with the Director of NPOs Partnership as the co-coordinator this program.         

 The program aims to equip the nonprofit leaders with leadership & organizational management capacity, community development expertise, social support network, and seed funding to implement their initiatives to tackle social and environmental complex problems. It also aims to build a social network and relationships/partnerships between the businesses and NPOs toward the common goal of developing sustainable community in Vietnam.

 The role is responsible for (1) organizing 11-weekend workshop on leadership and other community development related topics, (2) organizing a 8-month mentorship program by identifying relevant voluntary mentors (from both businesses, nonprofits, and government), matching them with the nonprofit leaders, monitoring and supporting their mentorship progress, (3) coordinating peer sharing sessions and other networking events.      

 In addition, the Volunteer Coordinator will have administrative and other duties including:

 

• Maintain clear records and submit reports on project work and expenditures.
• Support with other tasks, as needed, such as day-to-day office management, answering phones, facilitating bill payment, etc.
• Support other tasks as required by the supervisor and other colleagues that serve the delivery of the organization’s strategies and development.

 

REQUIREMENTS

Education: University Degree, preferably in social sciences, human resources, training, psychology, sociology or community development.

Experience:

• Minimum of two-year project management experience;
• Experience managing staff and/or volunteers;
• Experience in Human Resource management and training is a plus  Certificate in Leadership or Volunteer Management is an asset.

Skills:

• Good sense of human connection
• Ability to build great relationship with professionals and NPO staff
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in English and Vietnamese);
• Competent in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Web 2.0;
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail, and determination to meet deadlines;
• Strong planning, problem solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills;  Basic knowledge of community development and understanding of social issues.

The desired candidate would also have these attributes:

• Honest and ethical
• Friendly, customer service orientation (ability to focus on client needs)
• Professional attitude towards work
• Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Open to learn new ways of doing things
• Able to work well as part of a team
• Pro-active and results oriented
• Able to work well in a team or independently

TO APPLY

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and cover letter explaining why you would like to work at LIN and what you hope to learn from this experience. Please submit your application to LIN at: [email protected], with subject line: Application for Volunteer Coordinator. 

Deadline: 20 August, 2017

Desired starting date: 01 October, 2017

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Please visit the website: www.LINvn.org, for more information about LIN.