BNB is a vibrant, open, effective, and collaborative non-profit organization. Staff members and volunteers are determined and hardworking, the environment is fast-paced and friendly, and the work is demanding and rewarding. Professional development is considered a high priority, and we strive to achieve a strong sense of community and solidarity.
Responsibilities:
➢ Develop and manage relationships with BNB’s new and existing international partners, including:
o Identify and evaluate potential new overseas partners in terms of their capacity and potential to initiate, manage, and sustain a bicycle-based enterprise and/or educational project.
o Develop Memoranda of Agreement that includes project timelines, budgets, fiscal agreements, guidelines, and expectations.
o Recruit, train, supervise, and support BNB international trainers to provide intensive, on-the-ground assistance for new projects.
o Evaluate projects’ progress and needs, and provide guidance and technical assistance on a regular and as-needed basis.
➢ Schedule and oversee logistics of material support of international projects, including:
o Manage the procurement of tools, parts, and other items needed by international projects, securing shipping containers, coordinating and overseeing container loadings, recruiting volunteers, ensuring paperwork is properly completed, managing communication with custom officials, invoicing, and managing relationships with trucking companies and freight forwarders.
o Manage bicycle procurement, preparation, and storage by working with other BNB staff and key volunteers.
o Supervise and support volunteer Bike Drive Coordinator and Assistants in the planning and implementation of bike drives.
o Manage issues related to BNB’s offsite storage, which is primarily used for bikes to be shipped overseas, including the use of this storage for Wednesday Volunteer Nights.
o Help to coordinate and staff Wednesday Volunteer Nights, where volunteers process and store bikes to be shipped overseas.
➢ With the Executive Director and other development staff identify, report on, and solicit sources of support for the program, including grants and individuals:
o Identify event opportunities to promote BNB’s international work; help to organize and staff events.
o Cultivate and maintain relationships with major donors who have a specific interest in international work.
o Help to develop strategies for new revenue streams (e.g., fee for service activities).
➢ Draft the International Programs’ annual budget; monitor expenses and provide quarterly reports to the Executive Director and International Committee; assist ED as needed with financial reporting and forecasting.
➢ Recruit members for BNB International Committee, coordinate and oversee involvement of each member, and schedule and facilitate monthly meetings.
➢ Facilitate and promote interaction between the International Program and other BNB departments, including:
o Work with the BNB youth development programs to develop opportunities for cultural exchange and engaging local youth in international work and events.
➢ Develop and oversee efforts that help to spread Appropriate Technology designs among international partners, and share knowledge between them.
o Stay up-to-date on latest research and innovations in the fields of bicycle-related and appropriate technology (AT).
o Cultivate relationships with MIT’s Design Lab and key innovators – both individuals and institutions – in AT.
The ideal candidate will have the following characteristics and experience:
➢ 3-5 years experience in the management of international projects with community-based partners
➢ Ability to be both a creative and strategic visionary as well as a practical thinker
➢ Self-motivated, highly organized, systems oriented
➢ Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
➢ Experience in international shipping procedures
➢ Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural competency, strong listening and negotiation skills
➢ Experience in program management and staff/volunteer supervision, with the ability to mentor, motivate, prioritize, and set clear expectations
➢ Facility with Macintosh computers, and experience using MS Word and Excel
➢ Must be willing and able to work some evenings and weekends
➢ Multi-lingual candidates (Spanish, Swahili, French, and Haitian Creole) highly preferred
➢ Knowledge of bike shop procedures, shop tooling, sales, bicycle assembly and repair operations
➢ Demonstrated commitment to alternative transportation, grass-roots organizations, and international development
Bikes Not Bombs encourages applicants of diverse age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, physical ability, religion, and sexuality.