Career Center
The JDF Experience
Our staff is based out of our home office in Dallas, TX. Working for Jiv Daya Foundation is an experience like no other. As an employee, you are a member of a team with a mission at the core of all our actions. We are motivated not by personal gain or prestige, but by the task of strengthening quality of life for humans in every part of the world.
Who are we looking for?
The Foundation looks for enthusiasm, dedication, and energy in our new team members. We value proactive, highly organized individuals with the ability to be self-motivated. Candidates should thrive in a fast-paced and energetic environment, have a willingness to be flexible, and above all dedicate themselves to the Foundation’s mission. Experience in the nonprofit sector is desirable, as is a background in medicine, international studies, or social work. International experience or previous volunteer work assisting the underserved is also a plus.
Open Positions
Junior Grants Coordinator
The Foundation is currently seeking a junior grants coordinator to provide support to our various India-based focus areas. Daily responsibilities will include reporting and data analysis, monitoring of fund utilization, communication with grantees, and some administrative work. The junior grants coordinator will report to one of the Foundation’s Senior Grants Coordinators and will be focused primarily on a single program area. A strong attention to detail and excellent communication and teamwork skills are a must for this position. Successful candidates will possess a superb work ethic, passion for helping others, and a proven ability to pick up knowledge quickly. Excellent oral & written communication skills and the ability to multi-task is a must. Strong proficiency in Power Point and Excel are also needed. Excellent academic track record and Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Program Intern (Full time)
This position is a full-time, paid internship working closely with one of our primary focus areas in India (Maternal and Neonatal Health, Pediatric Oncology, or Amputee Assistance). Daily responsibilities will include:
1. Assessing grant utilization through review of reports and data analysis.
2. Research and outreach to potential grant sites
3. Communication with grantees and advisory board members
4. Administrative work, including filing, meeting planning, and travel planning
The Program Intern will be responsible for furthering the development of one of our focus areas in India. He/she will be assisting one of our Senior Grants Coordinators in grant making and project oversight. This position will be for 6-9 months, but has the opportunity to transition into a full-time staff position. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must. Candidate must possess or be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree and have an excellent academic track record. Upperclassmen or graduates only.
