Mesa Refuge is seeking a part-time Program Manager to provide support for our residency and retreat programs, alumni engagement, social media, events and fundraising. Mesa Refuge is a three-bedroom writer’s retreat in Point Reyes Station, founded in 1997, that has provided time and space for more than 1,000 writers, activists, radio journalists and filmmakers focused on the environment/climate change, economic equity and social justice.
The ideal candidate has nonprofit and/or book, publishing or event experience in the Bay Area and lives within 25 miles of Point Reyes Station. They are organized, detail-oriented, a self-starter and clear communicator. They can manage multiple projects autonomously and work collaboratively. Knowledge of online platforms including Submittable, Salesforce, Constant Contact, website content management systems, Google docs/drive and social media platforms (Instagram and Facebook) is preferred.
The Program Manager is responsible for:
Residency Program & Retreats
- Primary liaison for 100 residents/year, who stay at Mesa Refuge for 1 or 2 week residencies.
- Coordinates annual residency selection process including applications on Submittable, working closely with the selection committee, and notifying, scheduling and orienting residents.
- Welcomes residents and is the primary point person during their stay. Organizes and assists with welcome dinners (Fridays) and final gatherings (Wednesdays) at Mesa Refuge.
- Coordinates biweekly KWMR radio interviews.
- Coordinates Alum Week schedule for 6-8 weeklong retreats for alumni each year. Collects payment and orients alumni.
- Coordinates DIY Retreats including communication with guests, schedule, payments and orientation.
Alum Engagement
- Primary contact for alumni network of 1,000 writers and activists.
- Develops alumni networking opportunities online and in-person in the Bay Area (i.e., writing workshops, publishing seminars, alumni platform, etc).
Fundraising
- Maintains Salesforce fundraising database, entering contributions, writing acknowledgements and updating donor lists.
- Assists with fundraising campaigns including preparation and mailing of spring and fall fundraising letters and online giving campaigns (i.e., on Giving Tuesday).
- Liaison with Legacy Circle members, and plans annual lunch.
- Assists in researching and writing grant applications and reports.
Social Media & Events
- Oversees and regularly posts on our Instagram and Facebook sites.
- Creates collaborative posts with partner organizations and alumni for events and giving campaigns.
- Assists with all events including annual Garden Party, author events in Point Reyes Station and workshops.
- Develops relationships with partner organizations including Point Reyes Books, KWMR, Point Reyes National Seashore Association, The New School at Commonweal, Chapter 510, and more.
Board of Directors
- Attends quarterly board meetings and daylong retreats, preparing Board Minutes and information packets.
Mesa Refuge has a small staff consisting of one full-time Executive Director and six part-time consultants/contractors. The Program Manager reports to the Executive Director and works collaboratively with the consultant team and Board of Directors. Some work is remote, one day/week is in Point Reyes Station. We value and hold a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and especially encourage BIPOC and/or LGBTQ people to apply.
Compensation: $65,000 to $70,000, depending on experience. This position starts at 4 days/week. Benefits include holidays, vacation and IRA contributions after the first year of service.
TO APPLY:
Please apply on Submittable (https://mesarefuge.submittable.com/submit) and include a cover letter describing why you want this job and what you bring to the position. Include relevant nonprofit, writing, publishing, or activism experience. Tell us about your work in social justice, the environment/climate, and/or economic equity. Upload your resume and provide contact info for two references. Please apply by March 29, 2024.
