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Leadership Opportunities with LAMN

Posted by raheemparpia on January 8, 2012

Hello all,

I know you all have been anxiously waiting for the Los Angeles Microfinance Network (LAMN) to get the ball rolling, and I am happy to report that that time has come!

LAMN will be kicking off 2012 with a bang; we will be recruiting a Leadership Board and holding Monthly Microfinance Mixers from February onwards. We are striving for at least 2 speaker events this year, as well as seeking local opportunities to volunteer and extend our helping hand so to empower the Los Angeles community.

It is important to note that the leadership positions do not carry with them an overwhelming burden. Rather, duties will be delegated and you will be held accountable for your responsibilities. LAMN is rather pliable at the moment, what I mean is that it is a work-in-progress, and what THAT means is that it can be whatever we all have the determination to turn it into. We are seeking the creative ones, the ambitious ones, and of course those with an unwavering passion for Microfinance.

Applications can be found here: LAMN_Leadership_Board_Application or if that does not work, just request one via e-mail to lamicrofinance@gmail.com. The application deadline is Sunday, January 22nd at 11:59 PM. Applications should be submitted to lamicrofinance@gmail.com.

Looking forward to a great new year!

Cheers,

Raheem Parpia

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Volunteer Event Coordinator

Posted by krishna0701 on September 16, 2010

Description:

The Los Angeles Microfinance Network is looking for an enthusiastic individual to work directly with the LAMN Board in coordinating and recruiting volunteers for upcoming microfinance speaker events, happy hours, and networking meetups.

The Volunteer Coordinator would receive free entrance to all LAMN events, gain first hand knowledge of cutting edge news, and make introductions to pioneers  in the microfinance industry.

Qualifications:
• Prior experience planning events
• Strong Communication skills
• Can coordinate with microfinance speakers and institutions
• Having access to an event or meeting space such as lecture halls, auditoriums, etc is a big plus!

How to Apply:
Please send us your resume and cover letter, demonstrating your event planning skills and why you are interested in this position.

To learn more about this opportunity and others, please email us at lamicrofinance@gmail.com

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ASAP Intenship in Bangladesh

Posted by microfinance on April 27, 2009

Got this posting from the Microfinance Working Group yahoo groups

ASAP Internships–Summer 2009 (BRAC, Bangladesh)

ASAP Internships–Summer 2009
Alliance of Students Against Poverty interns will provide a great
service to ASAP’s partner organizations by performing ethnographic
interviews of women living in extreme poverty and recording their
stories through audio, video, and photography. Our partner
organizations are some of the best microfinance institutions and
non-profit organizations in reaching the poorest of the poor through
livelihood development, skill training, and other preparatory programs.
Not only will ASAP’s partner organizations then be able to use these
materials on websites and in publications, but ASAP interns will gain a
greater understanding and appreciation for the life of individuals
living in extreme poverty. With this understanding and enthusiasm,
interns will organize chapters, mobilize students, and spread the ASAP
message in the United States and in the countries where they serve.

Interviews will focus on how our partner organizations have benefited
the lives of the women. In order to communicate effectively with the
clients, each intern will pair up with a local student who will serve as
a partner and interpreter. Throughout the intern’s time in country,
he/she will be responsible for keeping a daily journal of his/her
experience. These journals will include the written story of each
client, as the intern’s thoughts, feelings, and daily activities.
The client’s stories and media files will be given to the partner
organizations to be shared with donors as well as to promote their
programs and client success stories.

In addition, ASAP interns will have access to the stories and will be
able to share them with friends and family to educate them on the lives
of those living in extreme poverty. ASAP will use the stories and
journals collected by ASAP interns on our website to educate and inspire
students throughout the world. Each intern will also be responsible for
working with their local partner/interpreter to create a local ASAP
chapter in the host country.

ASAP interns will be responsible for the following:

Pre-departure:

* Be a dues paying member of ASAP:
<https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/AllianceofStudentsAgainstP/OnlineDonat
ion.html
>
https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/AllianceofStudentsAgainstP/OnlineDonati
on.html

<https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/AllianceofStudentsAgainstP/OnlineDonat
ion.html
> * Demonstrate steps to organize, or show involvement in
an ASAP chapter. * All Interns raise at least $1000 for ASAP’s
international partners. Fundraising is an essential part of an
intern’s contribution to the people/partner organization of the
country in which the intern is serving. Eighty percent of the ASAP
intern’s fundraising goes to providing safety net
grants/micro-loans/support of the ultra-poor programs of ASAP’s
partner organizations. Fundraising efforts also raise awareness about
extreme poverty here in the US as you share the ASAP message with family
and friends. Thus your pre-departure fundraising allows you to make an
incredible contribution even before you get to the country where you
will be serving.
* ASAP requires its interns to educate themselves about the issues of
extreme poverty through reading online training materials and articles
so interns are prepared to serve most effectively upon arrival to the
country.
* Interns must purchase security and medical assistance insurance
through “International SOS”, have health insurance abroad,
obtain a passport and Visa, and get vaccinations and a physical exam.
Interns will also need to get malaria prophylaxis where necessary.
* Alliance of Students Against Poverty internships are available for
high school graduates that are 18 years or older.

Upon return:

* Becoming involved in the leadership of a local ASAP chapter or
starting a Chapter where one does not exist. * Presenting
experiences and knowledge gained to high school, middle school, and
elementary school students to educate them about extreme poverty and the
effective programs and solutions that are reaching and serving the
poorest of the poor.

Logistics and Requirements:

* Students will be deployed in Teams of 2-3. * Internships will
last approximately one month. * Students are responsible for
purchasing airfare and travelers insurance. * Each student selected
must attend a mandatory 2-3 day training at the end of May in
Washington, DC, and will be responsible for all related expenses. *
Each student will keep a daily journal of his/her experience.

Internship Host Country:

* Bangladesh: BRAC, Targeting the Ultra Poor (TUP) Program,
http://www.asap2025.org/page/bractargeting-the-ultra-poor
<http://www.asap2025.org/page/bractargeting-the-ultra-poor>

Qualifications:

* International and language experience is a plus. * However,
the most important qualification is a passion for ASAP’s mission and
desire to be involved in the ASAP movement. * Undergraduate or
Graduate student at an accredited University.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Patrick Crompton
(ptcrompton@asap2025.org <mailto:ptcrompton@asap2025.org> ) and Jon
Mangum (jgmangum@asap2025.org <mailto:jgmangum@asap2025.org> ) by May
5th. Students will be notified by May 7th of acceptance into the
program.

Click here <http://www.asap2025.org/page/2008-summer-interns> to view
the profiles of the 2008 Summer Interns.

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MicroPlace Unpaid Internship

Posted by microfinance on March 2, 2009

MicroPlace is looking for an unpaid intern to work on the  marketing strategy research.  If you are interested, please send along your resume and a cover email to tracey@microplace.com

Tracey Turner is the founder of MicroPlace www.microplace.com

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Featuring: Whole Foods Market Microcredit Campaign

Posted by min on March 2, 2009

This week we want to cast the spotlight on Whole Foods Market’s Annual Campaign 2009:

“You can empower the poor through microcredit by donating $1 at any Whole Foods Market register in the U.S. Give with confidence that your donation will go directly to microlending projects as Whole Foods Market covers 100% of overhead costs of Whole Planet Foundation. Help raise $1 million to enable nearly 25,000* people with the opportunity to lift themselves out of poverty.

*as of December 31, 2008, the current average loan size is $205, with each microcredit client supporting on average 5 family members, in the developing world.”

The foundation indicates that they’re closing in on the $500,000 mark of their $1 million goal. For more information on donating please visit http://www.wholeplanetfoundation.org/get-involved/whole-foods-market-annual-campaign-2009/

See below for a video on the foundation

About the Foundation

The Whole Planet Foundation was established in October of 2005 issuing its first grant in April 2006, to Grameen Trust for the operation of a microfinance program in Costa Rica. Its mission is to create economic partnerships with the poor in those developing-world communities which supply Whole Foods stores with products. Today, the foundation provides grants to microfinance institutions in Latin America, Africa and Asia, who in turn develop and offer microenterprise loan programs, training and other financial services to the self-employed poor.

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How to Get Involved with Microfinance?

Posted by microfinance on September 12, 2008

We have had many people approached us to get themselves more involved in microfinance and we are currently trying to reach out to more MFIs to identify opportunities. In the mean time, here are some volunteer opportunities that you can take a look at:

1. Volunteering with ACCION San Diego

2. Volunteering with Grameen Foundation

3. Volunteering with Prisma MicroFinance, Inc.

4. MicroPlace is looking for someone to help them write a business plan of their expansion to Europe. If you are interested, please send an email to lamicrofinance@gmail.com to get the contact information. Here’s the description:

We are looking for a superstar intern/consultant to spend 2-3 months writing a business plan detailing MicroPlace’s expansion into Europe.  This position requires experience writing business plans and knowledge of brokerage businesses, not to mention a passion for microfinance. 

Hope this helps and if we know of more opportunities, we’ll let you know!

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