Community Media Foundation

Governance Policy Writer

Grant Writer for Special Federal Grant

Data Entry Assistant

Governance Policy Writer

Nature of the position:

The broadcast industry is controlled by several government agencies, including the FCC, the IRS, and the State Corporation Commission.  These agencies require that all radio stations have certain policies and guidelines in place, such a conflict of interest, whistle blower, record retention, financial control, and the like.  Although AzCMF has a number of these policies in place, additional ones need to be written and older polices must be re-examined in light of statutory changes.

Qualifications:

Must have strong command of written English and an ability to perceive both the broad range and the details of governance policies.  Prior experience on a board or in a policy or document drafting position is strongly desired.  Must be able to work with legal staff on a frequent basis.  The volunteer will be trained in resources, FCC, IRS, and other agency guidelines and forms.

Position particulars:

This position could take up to 20 hours a week through December, as much of this drafting must be completed before December 31, 2009 so that they are in place by the end of this tax year.  This work can largely be done at home or in an office, but will require regular consultation with the Board and legal staff. 

Grant Writer for Special Federal Grant

Grant Writer for Specialized Federal Grant

Nature of the position:

AzCMF is applying for a special federal planning grant for radio stations which have license applications pending.  This position involves writing a complex planning grant following rigorous federal guidelines.  The application process is intense and detailed.  The grant writing process will begin in October, and may extend through February.  There may be a small stipend available for part of this process.

Qualifications:

Must have prior experience in federal grant writing and be able to provide samples of prior grant applications, whether successful or not.  Must have excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and be familiar with Excel.  Must be familiar with basic demographic, broadcast, and legal vocabulary. 

Position particulars

The applicant must be able to meet with board legal, research, and engineering staff on a regular basis.  Attendance at training workshops may be required. 

Data Entry Assistant

Data Entry Assistant

Nature of the Position:

This position assists the Board in entering various kinds of data including contact and financial information.  The data is highly sensitive and confidential. 

Qualifications:

Must have basic knowledge of excel spread sheets, other data entry systems, and familiarity with quickbooks, and an extreme attention to detail.  This position can be fulfilled from a home or office, but requires high speed internet access and a printer for creating reports. 

Position particulars:

The applicant must be able to meet with board members, officers, and legal advisors on an irregular basis.  This position may require an irregular work load of three to five hours a week.  Some training may be available for quickbooks.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

You may apply by sending a letter of interest and a brief resume not to exceed two pages as well as a writing sample to

                        Volunteer Coordinator

                        AzCMF

                        2510 S. Rural Rd., Suite 102

                        Tempe, AZ  85282

Thank you for your interest.  All submissions will be acknowledged.

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Community Based Committees and Boards

The Community Programming Advisory Board (CAB)
This Board functions independently of the Board of Directors of AzCMF.  The Programming Advisory Board acts as a conduit between AzCMF's governing board and the listeners AzCMF serves. The CAB reviews CD's and other submissions to determine if they meet FCC and AzCMF content standards.  The CAB advises the governing board on community programming and policies  through direct listener participation on the CAB and through community surveys and interviews.  The CAB strives to reflect interests of the diverse community within the broadcast area.
Advisory Board chair:                       Michael Saunders
Advisory Board contact:                  cab@azcmf.org
Next meeting:                                               TBA    2510 S. Rural Rd, Suite 102, Tempe

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