Ford Foundation--Program Assistantships

The Program Assistantship is a two-year professional experience program 
for outstanding individuals interested in pursing careers in the nonprofit
or philanthropic sectors. Program Assistants will work in programs
focusing on human development and reproductive health; community and
resource development; economic development; human rights and international
cooperation; education, knowledge, and religion; and media, arts and 
culture.

The Program Assistantship (PA) is a full-time, paid position at the Ford
   Foundation's headquarters in New York City. 

Eligibility: Master's or law degree conferred no earlier than September
   1996 and no later than August 1998. Demonstrated academic and/or work
   experience in the Program Areas. Excellent written and oral
   communication skills. Applicants must be authorized to work in the 
   United States. 

Period: PA's are appointed for one year, renewable for a second year 
   on the basis of performance. The starting date of the Program is
   September 8, 1998.

Salary: Program Assistants will receive an annual salary of $35,000 plus
   the following benefits: medical and dental insurance, vacation, sick
   leave, and a savings plan. In addition, the Foundation will reimburse
   the cost of travel and some moving expenses.

Deadline: Applications must be postmarked no later than midnight Saturday,
   December 13, 1997. Applications can be downloaded from the web.

Contact: The Ford Foundation
	 Attn: Program Assistantships
	 320 East 43rd Street
	 New York, New York 10017
	 Email: pgmast@fordfound.org
	 Website: http://www.fordfound.org
	 	 

NYU GSAS
Added 10/21/97 (CAS)
(212) 998-8060
gigsGSAS@nyu.edu                                    [fordass]