Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Inspire Fellows, ProInspire - Washington, DC

Posted: 2/17/10

Inspire Fellows are outstanding business professionals with 2+ years business experience that want to use their skills for social impact. This highly competitive one-year program offers top business professionals targeted positions with leading nonprofits, professional development, and a network to support career growth.

Previous Inspire Fellows finalists came from American Express, Bain, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, McKinsey, Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, Parthenon Capital, and other leading companies. Fellows have worked with top nonprofits including ACCION International, City First Enterprises, Family Health International, Living Cities, and Year Up. Most positions are based in Washington D.C.

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Program Overview
The Fellowship program runs from August 2, 2010 to July 29, 2011. Fellows are hired by nonprofit organizations that are using innovative approaches to address social problems. Hiring partners include organizations focused on education, international development, social investing, and youth development. Roles for 2010 Inspire Fellows include:
- Evaluating investment opportunities for a microfinance fund
- Developing the marketing strategy for an education organization
- Supporting the President of an international organization with strategic initiatives
- Launching a community development fund
- Developing and executing strategy to launch a new program for a youth organization

Fellows participate in a 2-day foundational training, monthly workshops, coaching, and networking events to support their transition and leadership development. In addition, each Fellow receives mentorship and support to help them decide future career plans. After the program ends, Fellows typically stay at the hiring organization if a permanent position is offered, find other job opportunities, or attend graduate school. Annual compensation of $40,000 and health benefits are provided by the hiring organization.

Selection Criteria
Typical Inspire Fellows have 2-5 years of work experience at top-tier consulting firms, investment banks, private equity firms, and corporations — and are looking to build a career in the social sector. ProInspire conducts a rigorous selection process based on the selection criteria and needs of hiring organizations. Candidates selected as finalists will travel to Washington D.C. to interview with hiring organizations from May 6-7th. Successful candidates will have:
- A minimum of two years of business experience by August 2010
- Passion for using their business skills to have a positive impact on society
- Humility and desire to learn
- Demonstrated initiative and self-direction
- Adaptable in ambiguous situations
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and project management skills
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Willingness to live in Washington D.C. for the program
Note: Hiring partners do not sponsor work visas.

TO APPLY:
Submit your resume and cover letter in Word format to apply@proinspire.org by Monday, March 8th.

More details about the selection process are at: http://www.proinspire.org/fellows/apply/.

Please mention that you heard about this opportunity from Dewey & Kaye Jobs Watch in your cover letter when applying for this position.

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