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Friday, May 21st, 2010

Two Open Positions at Expanding, Grassroots Non-Profit (Buffalo, NY)

Jericho Road Ministries is seeking motivated applicants for one full-time and one part-time position starting mid-June. Located on the West Side of Buffalo, NY, Jericho Road Ministries is a faith-based organization dedicated to facilitating the self-empowerment of refugee and low-income families by helping them to overcome persistent poverty, health, economic, educational, and cultural barriers.

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree OR 3 years experience and Bachelor’s Degree in International or Community Development, Sociology, Social Work, Anthropology, or related field
Commitment to the organizational values of Jericho Road Ministries
Passion for facilitating self-sufficiency for refugees and low-income populations
Project management skills
High potential for writing large grants
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Positive and engaging interpersonal skills
Self-starter, willing to take initiative
Creativity, problem-solving, and change management skills
Multicultural and/or international experience
Excellent ability in Microsoft Office programs

Preferred:

Supervisory and/or administrative skills
Healthcare or public health experience

Please submit a resume and cover letter by May 28th to:

Jericho Road Ministries
Attn: Alicia Clifton
184 Barton Street
Buffalo, NY 14213
716-348-3002 - fax
aliciabwclifton@gmail.com

Friday, May 7th, 2010

We recently have been getting some wonderful press! Please visit this site to listen to WBFO's recent coverage of the Priscilla Project.

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

We Need Your Help!! Keep the work of the Drop-In Center going now by voting for Jericho Road Ministries and Hope Refugee Services on Pepsi Refresh! Just visit www.refresheverything.com/ EVERY DAY in May and vote for us.

Friday, April 30th, 2010

The Art of Womanhood, an evening of music, art, henna, dance, craft, and more, will benefit the Priscilla Project- a mentoring program for at-risk pregnant women. Held at Shakti Yoga Studio (133 Grant St, Buffalo, NY), the evening will highlight the beauty of the life of a woman- daughter, sister, and mother alike. Food generously donated by the new Merge restaurant will be serves to all guests. Come to celebrate Woman as art from 7-10PM on May 8th. Join us Mother's Day weekend, Everyone is welcome! Tickets on sale now. $15. Call 882-1326 for details.

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

This weekend The Priscilla Project is hosting its first annual Mother's Day Tea, at the brand new Sweetness 7 Cafe (Grant and Lafayette, Buffalo, NY), on May 2nd from 3-6pm. A high tea - there will be food, beverages, live music, auctions, and all in all, a wonderful afternoon. A great time to settle down to a restful, fun afternoon with the women you love most. Everyone is welcome! What a great way to celebrate the women you love. Tickets for the event are $15.

Wednesday, April 14th, 2010

We're in the news! Check out this article in Buffalo Rising to see a detailed profile of JRM and Hope Refugee Services. We also have made in onto Channel 4 for our bike giveway this weekend. You can find a clip of our mention on the WIVB website.

Friday, March 05, 2010

This Saturday evening (March 6, 2010) at Shakti yoga, Megan Callahan, a local singer/song writer is hosting a concert to benefit the Priscilla Project. Please come and share a beautiful evening for a great cause. Concert from 7-10 at 133 Grant Street.