Monday, March 15, 2010

East Isles Residents' Association (EIRA) Seeks NRP Consultant


What: The East Isles Residents' Association, the governing board of the East Isles neighborhood in Minneapolis, is in search of a contract consultant who will work with the Association to plan and implement programming for the NRP Phase II for EIRA.
When: Application should be received by April 15, 2010
see below.

Contractual Duties:

Participation agreement

  • Organize the election of NRP Steering Committee according to the EIRA Participation Agreement approved by the EIRA Board 2-9-2010 and the NRP Policy Board
  • Assist the Committee in developing its responsibilities and the Phase II action plan
  • Develop the NRP budget and accounting procedures for Phase II funds

Phase II Plan

  • Draft the plan to be approved by the Steering Committee and the EIRA Board
  • Develop and implement the outreach plan, including but not limited to publicity, recruitment of volunteers, surveys, neighborhood involvement and meetings, etc.
  • Develop a process for developing and deciding on priorities
  • Write the Phase II Plan
  • Ensure processes are in place to carry out plan
  • Submit completed plan to city of Minneapolis

Supervision of Consultant

  • The consultant will work directly with the NRP Steering Committee and be supervised by its chairperson, with consultation and approval as appropriate by the EIRA Board.

Job Requirements

  • Knowledge of NRP and the EIRA neighborhood
  • Experience in writing plans and proposals
  • Experience working with neighborhood groups and volunteers
  • Experience working with budgets, surveys, and publicity

Compensation
The contractor will be expected to work 10 hours/week and will be paid on an hourly basis commensurate with experience, between $15.00 and $18.00/hour. There are no benefits attached to the appointment. Contractor will be expected to have their own workspace and computer.

To Apply:
Application should be received by April 15, 2010. Submit a cover letter, resume, and names of 3 references to:
Nancy Johnston, President
EIRA
2751 Hennepin Ave, S, Box 294
Minneapolis, MN 55408

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