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National Mental Health Association
2001 N. Beauregard Street, 12th floor
Alexandria, VA 22311
fax: 703-684-5968
email: jobs@nmha.org

Internship Opportunities – Fall 2004

The National Mental Health Association, a nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness, is seeking undergraduate and graduate students for its internship program. The program is designed to provide a unique opportunity for students to gain real-world work experience relevant to their academic and career goals. 2004 Fall Internship openings will be up on our website (www.nmha.org), August 1st.

Prevention and Public Education

Program Director

Manages national programs that advance the dissemination, promotion and application of prevention research, and address the mental health educational needs of the general public and children and adults living with mental illness. Develops program plans, reports, proposals and educational materials in all media. Conducts research on relevant topic areas. Provides technical assistance and participates in trainings for affiliates. Plans and executes special events and other activities. Performs other projects as needed. Utilizes culturally competent and health literacy techniques in all efforts. Masters degree in public health, psychology, social work or related field and experience in public relations or communications preferred. Must have thorough understanding and expertise in the field of prevention. Send resume and writing sample to: NMHA, Attn: JR, 2001 N. Beauregard Street, 12th floor, Alexandria, VA 22311, fax: 703-684-5968, or email: jobs@nmha.org. No phone calls please. EOE

Federal Affairs

Government Affairs Associate

The National Mental Health Association is seeking a highly motivated self-starter to join federal affairs team. Responsibilities include legislative advocacy, policy analysis, grassroots coordination, and some administrative support. Successful applicant has work experience in federal advocacy or legislative policy, excellent written/oral communications, and strong computer skills. Please email resume, cover letter, writing sample to NMHA, Attn: RI, 2001 N. Beauregard Street, 12th Floor, Alexandria, VA 22311, fax: 703-684-5968 or email to: jobs@nmha.org. No phone calls please. EOE

Sr. Director of Fundraising

National non-profit organization seeks Senior Director of Fundraising a fundraising professional with a proven and verifiable fundraising track record. Previous supervisory experience required. Duties include supervising staff of no less than four. Goals include:

* Assist program staff with raising annual budget of 8-10 million, including overseeing proposal development and identifying program sponsors

* Manage existing and cultivate new relationships with corporate, foundation, and individual donors

* Develop training tools and provide technical assistance to community affiliates across the country

The position requires an applicant have at least a BA, strong supervisory experience, and no less than 5 years experience in fundraising, (preferably in healthcare); excellent communication skills, a successful fundraising track record. Excellent starting pay and benefits offered. Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to, Attn: LBM, P.O. Box 16810, Alexandria, VA 22302-0810, fax 703-684-5968, or email: jobs@nmha.org. No phone calls. EOE