THE FOUNDATION CENTER, founded in 1956, is the nation's leading authority on philanthropy and is dedicated to serving grantseekers, grantmakers, researchers, policymakers, the media, and the general public. Our organization’s mission is to strengthen the nonprofit sector by advancing knowledge about U.S. philanthropy. Our vision is a world enriched by the effective allocation of philanthropic resources, informed public discourse about philanthropy, and broad understanding of the contributions of nonprofit activity to civil society.

Web Services works with departments across the Foundation Center to ensure that the information we provide is available to anyone with access to the Internet. Since its launch in 1994, the Center’s web site has evolved continually to better meet the needs of our many audiences. Visitors log on to find answers to questions on the grantseeking process, use our online databases, take online training courses, access statistical information, and keep current with the latest news in the field.

WEB DEVELOPER

Reports to: Director of Web Services

Job summary: Design, develop, and maintain applications and special features of the Foundation Center’s web site and related sites.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and debug web applications using current in-house technology platforms; learn new technologies as required.
• Create and maintain dynamic web pages within a content management system.
• Design and develop user interface solutions for web sites and web applications.
• Develop mapping applications using Corda software, Google API, and Flash.
• Develop from inception, or implement software to provide Web 2.0/social media functionality allowing users to tag, comment, rate, bookmark, and otherwise organize and contribute to content at the web site.
• Make routine updates to the web site as required.
• Participate in web development discussions.
• Maintain thorough documentation of all programs and procedures.
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.

Requirements:

• BA/BS degree in related field strongly desired.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in web development and programming, with a strong foundation in PHP and/or Java, as well as SQL, Javascript, HTML, XML, and CSS.
• Familiarity with both the Windows and Unix operating systems required.
• Experience with interface design, CMS, and Web 2.0/social media programming a plus.
• Must be a highly organized, detail-oriented self-starter who works well independently as well in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work with a variety of staff and consultants.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends as necessary.

Please send resume and salary requirements to:

HR Manager
The Foundation Center
79 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10003

Fax: (212) 807-3635
E-mail: jobs@foundationcenter.org (Please put the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line)

Do not telephone.

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Posted: 8/08