The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) is a national association of social work education programs and individuals that ensures and enhances the quality of social work education for a professional practice that promotes individual, family, and community well-being, and social and economic justice. CSWE pursues this mission by setting and maintaining national accreditation standards for baccalaureate and master’s degree programs in social work, by promoting faculty development, and by advocating for social work education and research.

The Council on Social Work Education is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of excellence. Candidates who contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

The Minority Fellowship Program (MFP), funded by a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration, helps graduate students in social work (master’s or doctoral degrees) to address the behavioral health needs of racial/ethnic minority groups. The MFP program’s master’s and doctoral fellowships involve recruitment outreach; stakeholder and pipeline development; application, review and selection of program recipients; training and support to fellowship recipients; and ongoing communication with current and alumni fellows. The MFP Assistant Director will head the daily operations of MFP and implementation of the policies and procedures; acts as a liaison for MFP relationships with other organizations, assists with strategic planning, evaluation, and other essential programmatic functions necessary to provide quality programming to fellows. This position is based at CSWE in Alexandria, Virginia.

• Works closely with CSWE’s MFP Director and the Vice President of Education to integrate the work of the Minority Fellowship Program into the overall strategic plan of the organization.
• Strengthens CSWE’s climate for antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion
• Develops and implements the processes and procedures of MFP master’s and doctoral fellowship project goals and objectives
• Participates in the planning and implementation of training for MFP fellows, both in-person and online

• Evaluation of MFP fellowship goals and objectives by the creation of surveys for current fellows and alumni
• Supervises assigned MFP staff members

• Monitors compliance with grant requirements and is responsible for correcting any compliance related matters
• Manages and monitors MFP fellowship budget. Creates financial progress reports to funders and for internal use
• Maintains the fellowship’s online application, renewal, and review system
• Sustains effective working relationships with CSWE Finance Office staff members; participates as a member of the MFP Finance Team
• Collaborates with MFP Director on the preparation and submission of MFP fellowship grant proposals
• Works in partnership with MFP Director to prepare internal reports and reports to funder
• Maintains MFP database and spreadsheets on MFP fellows and alumni; conducts queries and reports as needed
• Uses various search methods to access information and materials relevant to topics of interest to MFP fellows, issues relevant to grant target populations and presents findings to MFP Director
• Sets communication strategy to maintaining contact with current MFP fellows, alumni, and stakeholders
• Works with the MFP staff and CSWE's IT/communications staff to update and maintain MFP webpages on the CSWE website
• Supports in implementing the recruitment process and marketing of the MFP fellowship to colleges/universities, organizations, students, and other key stakeholders
• Actively participates with MFP Director for planning and implementation of program training activities at national conferences, and implementation of all MFP volunteer meetings, in-person and conference/webinar
• Represents MFP as needed at meetings relevant to the program
• Perform other duties as assigned and directed

• Master's degree required, master’s in social work strongly preferred
• At least 5 years of program management experience, preferably with a nonprofit and/or membership organization
• Experience with writing grants, preparing proposals, and managing budgets essential
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and work independently with detail-oriented organizational skills required

COMPENSATION

• The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience.
• CSWE offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 403b retirement contributions, and more.

ADA SPECIFICATIONS

• May be required to use a computer screen for extended periods of time 

• This position is primarily sedentary and is performed in an office setting.

• The physical demands of this position are limited to the ability to lift up to 25 lbs., bend, stoop, and carry articles used in program activities. Position requires the ability to speak audibly; listen actively; and use computers, telephones, and other office equipment.

• Periodic out-of-town travel is required.

• Attendance at and/or support of meetings and events outside of normal working hours and may include evenings and/or weekends. 

• The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. CSWE is dedicated to building a culturally diverse staff committed to working in a pluralistic environment. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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