Bending Back Barriers Business Plan Final

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BENDING BACKBARRIERS

Business Plan BlueprintJuly 2009

Prepared by:

Bending Back Barriers 1521 Concord Pike

Suite # 301Wilmington, DE 19803

(215) 400-0829

[email protected]
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]


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Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary

2. Description of Social Business Venture

2.1 Rationale2.2 Mission2.3 Target Market

2.4 Business Model2.5 Social Return Investment2.6 Business Objectives2.7 Executive Committee Members2.8 Critical Success Factors

3. Industry and Market Analysis

3.1 Competitive Analysis3.2 Summary of Major Competitors

4. Marketing Plan

4.1 Marketing Objectives4.2 Product

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4.3 Promotions Plan4.4 Performance Milestone

5. Management Plan

5.1 Cooperating Nonprofit Organizations5.2 Cooperating Nonprofit Flow Chart

6. Operations Plan

6.1 Staffing6.2 Implementation

6.3 Ongoing Services6.4 Internal Operations and Continuous Improvement6.5 Sales Management and Oversight (Organization Chart)

Executive Job Descriptions

7. Financial Plan

7.1 Pro Forma Statement of Activities7.2 Pro Forma Statement of Financial Position

7.3 Pro Forma Statement of Cash Flow

8. Risk Assessment, Sensitivity Scenarios & Contingency Plan

9. Appendices




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1. Executive Summary

Our non-profit organization is dedicated to aiding and improving the educational opportunities of children and teens living in the rural

communities and towns in the country of Mexico. Our project will focus first with building three schools in the town of Tlapa de

Comonfort, Guerrero, Mexico. These schools will be funded using private donations.

The Csar Estrada Chvez Elementary School will educate children from kindergarten through the 4th grade, and will open in August

of 2010. The Ignacio Comonfort Middle School will educate children from the 5th through the 8th grade, and will open in August

2012. Finally, the Vicente Ramn Guerrero Saldaa High School will educate children from the 9th through the 12 th grade, and will

open in August of 2014.

We at BendingBackBarriers will work closely with the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, as well as the Southern

States Association of Colleges and Schools, which are the two bodies responsible for accrediting educational institutions in NY, NJ,

PA, DE, MD, DC, PR, and the US Virgin Islands, as well as school institutions in China, Japan, El Salvador, Bolivia, Costa Rica, and

Mexico. These bodies will ensure that all students receive a quality education, and are able to continue their educational studies in any

American or International institutions. (Please refer to our website, Bendingbackbarriers.org, and the respective pages labeled Middle

States Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Southern States Association of Colleges and Schools, and their respective links,

which we have provided for your convenience, for additional information regarding these accrediting institutions).

Bending Back Barriers will combine a successful workforce development program for the disenfranchised youth of Mexicos rural

communities, with a technology-based learning institute that serves to meet more that just the most basic educational needs of our




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students, their families, and the community. Staffed with committed, dedicated, certified teaching professionals, and citizens of the

immediate community, Bending Back Barriers social value will be reinforced by its commitment to improve the life and educational

opportunities available to underserved communities.

Bending Back Barriers will offer schooling for rural teens, from pre-school through the 12th grade, focusing on a combination of

technical and professional skills, providing mentoring, counseling, family medical services, pre-school and after-school care for

infants, and family counseling. We will seek to end the cycle of low-wage, dead end jobs, high unemployment, incarceration,

dangerous addictions, and homelessness. Bending Back Barriers will be the pathway to a meaningful future and a prosperous,

fulfilling career path for children of limited means and limited income.

Key Objectives:

To vastly improve the educational level of the children of Mexico.

To provide a means for children to continue their educational studies outside of the sovereign borders of Mexico unencumbered bythe barriers of language, educational level, immigration status, and the technological divide.

To provide social, medical and family support to students and their immediate families.




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2. Description of Social Business VentureSOCIAL IMPACTOF BENDING BACKBARRIERS:

Bending Back Barriers is a self-contained, privately funded, pubic school system that will meet the social and educational needs of the

children of rural Mexico from pre-schooling through graduation, and into the continuation of educational pursuits within institutions

of higher learning (secondary education). It has three main components:

Provides pre-schooling and daycare facilities for the children of teenage parents, the immediate family members of students,

and members of the immediate community without members of the students family or community incurring any cost for these

services.

Provides medical care and preventive medical care for all students, family members of students, and members of the general

community without any cost incurred by those seeking care and providing care.

Provides educational training for all students, incorporating modern technology, with a focus on language skills and

comprehension for all students. Therefore, all students will graduate with a fluency in three languages: The Spanish language

native to the land of Mexico, English, and a third language of the students/parents/care givers/teachers collective decision.




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Bending Back Barriers Parent Company Support Resulting Graduates

Schooling Medical Care Graduating Students

2.1 Rationale

Mexico is one the three major countries of the North American Free Trade Agreement. This alone shows the economic viability and

possibilities that is possessed by the country of Mexico. It is also true that Mexico is experiencing a population explosion regarding

newborns, infants, toddlers and school-age children. This social capital (the children of Mexico) demonstrates the potential for

economic and social growth. However, the foundation for these growths must first be cultivated. The foundation for these social and

economic changes is an expanded, vastly improved educational opportunity for the future generations of the children of Mexico.



Pre-school,

elementary

schooling,

middle

schooling, high

school

Medical care and state-

of-the-art on-campus

medical and dental

facility.

Fluency in Spanish, English,

& 3rd language, technology,

secondary career

preparation, preparation of

J1 Visa for all graduating

students.


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Upon graduating from the Bending Back Barriers school system, our students will possess the ability to speak English fluently, along

with the native language of Spanish, and a third language. Additionally, our schools will be certified by the Southern States

Association of Schools and Colleges & and the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges. These are the two recognized

accrediting institutions of the United States of America for a majority of elementary, middle, high schools, colleges, and universities.

This certification will allow our graduating students to enter directly into an international school, or an American institution of higher

learning, unencumbered by the barriers of language, documentation (J1 student visas and passports), and/or technology. Upon

graduation from a secondary-education institution, our students will have an incentive to return to their rural hometowns within the

country of Mexico, and reinvent the economy while also reinvesting in the social community and social fabric of their communities,

and serve as ambassadors for higher learning.

2.2 Mission:

Our Mission will be to provide a cost free, coeducational, public school system for children of limited income, limited resources and

social needs. This will provide a bridge that will enable members of the Latino community to scale the digital divide and language

barriers that will enable the future leaders of tomorrow to become productive, progressive citizens of the world community; thus

entering into the world marketplace with the technological tools, educational abilities, leadership and language skills that will enable

them to:

1. Speak fluently the languages of Spanish and English, and a third language.

2. Continue their educational career at certified colleges anywhere in the world where the languages of Spanish and

English are spoken.




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3. Build character and provide the social skills to be successful in all aspects of life.

4. Be prepared to meet the changing and diverse challenges of a technological society.

5. Be respectful of persons with diverse backgrounds and abilities.

6. Serve as a positive leadership force in the community.

7. Establish learning partnerships that promote self-reliance at home, in the school, and within the local community

supported by academic excellence.

8. Ensure success will be manifested in the form of self-esteem and responsible actions.

2.3 Target Market

The specific target-market for Bending Back Barriers will be the approximately 15,000 children of the city of Tlapa de Comonfort

between the ages of 3 and 9 years old. The most recent census for Tlapa de Comonfort lists the current population at 53,896 persons.

This ever-expanding population will offer many opportunities for learning and social growth. Additionally, the youngest citizens of

Tlapa de Comonfort will serve as ambassadors for higher education and the social return-on-investment that we are sure will arise, and

which will be visible within six months after the enrollment of our first students.

2.4 Business Model

There is no one formula for nonprofits to create social-purpose business ventures. Bending Back Barriers will build our management

team with both business and program-related experienced persons. We will study and live among our targeted, client-population and




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choose social ventures that can fulfill the needs and abilities of populations of both the citizens of Mexico and the United States of

America. We will engage in social ventures, communicate effectively with educational industries, and find the right strategic match.

2.5 Social Return on Investment

The most recent census for Tlapa de Comonfort lists the current population at approximately 53,896 persons. The average daily rate of

pay is approximately 169.00 pesos, which is equal to $11.42 a day. The average employee works six days a week, 12 to 14 hours a

day, for a weekly pay of $68.52. Our return on Investment is 6. This means that for every dollar we invest in our students, and the

community of Tlapa de Comonfort, we expect the average daily rate of pay to increase from by 6, from $11.42 a day to $68.52 a day,

for a weekly pay of $342.60 a week. This is based on employees working five days a week, for 8 hours a day, as opposed to thecurrent frame of six days a work, for 12 hours a day.

2.6 Business Objectives

1. Insure that all of Bending Back Barriers graduating students are fluent in the English language. This will occur using intensive

English-level learning courses, and ensuring that all classes are taught in English from the first day of school.

2. We will work closely with the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and the South States Association of

Colleges and Schools to achieve and maintain accreditation by these two accrediting boards within the United States. This will

ensure that upon graduation, our students are able to continue their educational studies at any international school or American

school.




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3. Bending Back Barriers will work closely with the consulates of Mexico, America, Canada, Italy, and Great Britain to ensure

that upon graduation, our students will possess the proper, valid, J1-student visas and passport documentation and

identification necessary to continue their studies unencumbered by political barriers and social ideologies.

4. We will be a technological marvel, working with several companies to ensure that from the first day that we open our doors, all

students, faculty, staff, and administrative staff will possess laptops, and Internet access. Additionally, because will be a

paperless school, this will reduce the cost of paper needs, and recycling costs.




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2.7 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS/HIERARCHAL STRUCTURE/JOB DESCRIPTIONS:

Bending Back Barriers will be a nonprofit entity with an entrepreneurial culture, and significant fund raising potential. Our Executive

Committee will reflect the critical business, enthusiasm, and experience needed to successfully operate this social venture nonprofit.

BOARDOF TRUSTEES: (CHRISTIAN, K.; FOMBA, A.; HALL, A.; KEARNEY, M.; RICHARDSON, S.; ROACH, M. A.;TBD, TBD, TBD, TBD, TBD, TBD, TBD, TBD, TBD)

*Melvin A. Roach (A.A., A.S. B.S.-December 2009) - Chairman/Founder

Chief Executive Officer Job Description

JOB TITLE: Chief Executive Officer

FUNCTION: To implement the strategic goals, missions, and objectives of Bending Back Barriers. Enables the Board of

Directors to fulfill its governance functions. Gives direction and leadership toward the achievement of Bending Back Barriers

philosophy, mission, strategy, and its annual goals and objectives.

REPORTSTO: Board of Directors

MAJORFUNCTIONS: 1. Board Administration and Support -- Supports operations and administration of Board of Directors by

advising and informing Board members, interfacing between Board and staff, and supporting Boards evaluation of chief executive.

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2. Program, Product and Service Delivery -- Oversees design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, products and

services.

3. Financial, Tax, Risk and Facilities Management -- Recommends yearly budget for Board approval and prudently manage

organizations resources within those budget guidelines according to current laws and regulations.

4. Human Resource Management -- Effectively manages the human resources of the organization according to authorized personnel

policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations.

5. Community and Public Relations -- Assures that the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently

presented in strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders.

6. Fundraising (nonprofit-specific) -- Oversees fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements,

researching funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals and administrating fundraising records

and documentation.



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TBD - Director of Social Media

Director of Social Media Job Description

JOB TITLE: Director of Social Media

FUNCTION: Builds and manages Social Media avenues for Bending Back Barriers. This includes developing and

executing against an integrated social media strategy and roadmap that address advertising, informing, recruiting of volunteers,

internal and external audiences, local, national, and international audiences, and provides strategic oversight to all current and future

social media initiatives (e.g. Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, blogs., etc).

REPORTSTO: Chief Executive Officer

MAJORFUNCTIONS: Defines Bending Back Barriers position on the use of Social Media. Identifies proper social

engagement venues, both internal and external to Bending Back Barriers mission and organizational goals. Identifies opportunities

and values provided by use of social engagement tactics within current and future projects and marketing/communication mix.

Partners with, and across departmental boundaries such as Corporate Communications, Marketing, Client Services, Legal and

Compliance to understand their unique goals, objectives and challenges and ensure alignment across the organization. Shapes and

advises the editorial calendar, and leads the Social Media governance committee. Leads on identification and management of social

media monitoring solution. Develops emergency response procedures in response to misinformation and attacks regarding the goals,



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efforts, mission, and persons associated with Bending Back Barriers. Identifies and manages Social Media partners. Engages with

internal and external market research resources to identify, understand, share and act-on emerging marketplace and competitive trends.

Effectively communicates the social media strategy and progress.

*TBD (Secretary of the Board of Trustees)

Secretary of Board of Trustees Job Description

JOB TITLE: Executive Secretary

FUNCTION: Maintain certain records for several purposes, including accurate recollection of decisions; determination of

eligibility to vote; continuity of policies and practices; and accountability of directors and officers.

REPORTSTO: CEO, Board of Directors

MAJORFUNCTIONS: The Secretary is responsible for ensuring that accurate and sufficient documentation exists to meet legal

requirements, and to enable authorized persons to determine when, how, and by whom the board's business was conducted. In order to

fulfill these responsibilities, and subject to the organization's bylaws, the Secretary records minutes of meetings, ensures their

accuracy, and availability, proposes policies and practices, submits various reports to the board, maintains membership records, fulfills

any other requirements of a Director and Officer, and performs other duties as the need arises and/or as defined in the bylaws. (See

note # 1).



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ACCOUNTABILITY: The Secretary is accountable to the Board of Directors (if elected or appointed by them). (If elected by the

membership at a members meeting) as specified in the bylaws. Through the Board of Directors, certain duties of the Secretary may be

delegated to the Executive Director, Board members and/or committees as appropriate; however, the accountability for them remains

with the Secretary.

SPECIFIC DUTIES: (Minutes): The secretary is responsible for ensuring that accurate minutes of meetings are taken and approved.

Requirements of minutes may vary with the jurisdiction but should include at a minimum - Date, time, location of meeting; List of

those present and absent; List of items discussed; List of reports presented; Text of motions presented and description of their

disposition. (See note # 2).

The Secretary signs a copy of the final, approved minutes and ensures that this copy is maintained in the corporate records.

CUSTODIANOFRECORDS: The secretary ensures that the records of the organization are maintained as required by law and made available

when required by authorized persons. These records may include founding documents, (eg. letters patent, articles of incorporation),

lists of directors, board and committee meeting minutes financial reports, and other official records.

MEMBERSHIP RECORDS: The Secretary ensures that official records are maintained of members of the organization and Board. He/She



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ensures that these records are available when required for reports, elections, referenda, other votes, etc.

BYLAWS: The Secretary ensures that an up-to-date copy of the bylaws is available at all meetings.

COMMUNICATION: The Secretary ensures that proper notification is given of directors' and members' meetings as specified in the bylaws.

The Secretary manages the general correspondence of the Board of Directors except for such correspondence assigned to others.

MEETINGS: The Secretary participates in Board meetings as a voting member. The Secretary provides items for the agenda as

appropriate. In the absence of the President (and Vice-President, if the position exists), the Secretary calls the meeting to order,

presiding until a temporary chairperson is elected. The secretary records meeting minutes as described above Depending upon the

bylaws and practices of the organization, the Secretary may perform these duties for Member meetings (eg. Annual General Meeting)

and/or for an Executive Committee.

SIGNING OFFICER: The Secretary may be designated by the Board of Directors and/or bylaws as one of the signing officers for certain

documents. In this capacity, the Secretary may be authorized or required to sign or countersign checks, correspondence, applications,

reports, contracts or other documents on behalf of organization.



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FILINGOF DOCUMENTS: The Secretary may be the registered agent with respect to the laws of the jurisdiction; the person upon whom

legal notice to the corporation is served, and responsible for ensuring that documents necessary to maintain the corporation are filed.

NOTE # 1: This document uses the word "ensure" to convey the intent that accountability for the specified responsibilities lies with the

Secretary but it is not necessarily the Secretary who carries out the activity. Indeed, we expect that many of these responsibilities will

be delegated to board committees, staff, or others including experts retained for a specific purpose. The word "ensure" is not intended

to imply any additional source of legal duties beyond those that are required by law.

NOTE # 2: Minutes should have enough information to help absent directors and members understand what issues were discussed and

what decisions were made. Some lawyers advise that in certain circumstances, minutes should include summary of discussion,

rationale for decision, names of those participating in the discussion, and the roll call, noting any declared conflicts of interest. These

circumstances: are if the matter is contentious, if board members dissent, if there is any concern about exposure to liability, or if a

board member has a conflict of interest.



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*Alhassane Fomba (A.S., B.S. M.S.B. December 2009) - Vice President of International Communications

Vice President of International Communications Job Description

JOB TITLE: Vice President of International Communications

FUNCTION: Provides support, and act as a liaison, and builds upon relationships with company representatives to increase

the effectiveness of Bending Back Barriers mission and function as well as to articulate the companys position on matters of

importance to the company. This position will be based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, reports to the Chairman, Board of Directors,

and sits on the Board of Directors. This position has three directorships under its chairmanship, they are: Immigration and Student

Affairs Director, Cultural Exchange Director, Global Initiative Director.

REPORTSTO: Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors

MAJORFUNCTIONS: Work with Bending Back Barriers Vice President and General Counsel, and the Vice President of Cooperating

Non-profits to develop and execute an effective means to promote the mission of our organization. Identify and support approaches to

enhance community interaction. Expand and deepen relationships with the business community, and the Administration (White

House, Treasury etc) to increase Bending Back Barriers ability to communicate individually and directly on significant educational

and related issues. Develop relationships within the Washington DC and Philadelphia, PA business and professional community to

identify potential allies, and adversaries, on issues of importance. Actively participate in the Washington DC, Philadelphia,



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Pennsylvania and surrounding suburban professional communities and leverage that participation to represent the company in trade

associations, coalitions, foundations, and working groups. Establish personal relationships and credibility with government and

business community professionals to develop offline channels of communication for both advocacy and intelligence gathering. Advise

management of legislative and regulatory objectives and effectively communicate with the Congress and the Administration. Assist in

managing outside legislative consultants with respect to deliverables, and choice of best vehicles to accomplish the Bending Back

Barriers mission objectives. Monitor and interpret legislative initiatives at an early stage in order to allow for adequate development of

appropriate responses.

TBD (Immigration and Student Affairs Director)

Immigration and Student Affairs Director Job Description

TITLE: Immigration and Student Affairs Director Job Description

FUNCTION: Directs Bending Back Barriers implementation of policies and procedures related to immigration, which are or may be

mandated by federal and state regulations, and develops related internal systems and practices to insure continuous regulatory

compliance within Bending Back Barriers to limit the institution's liability. Supervises a staff of Immigration Services Advisors to

Bending Back Barriers and its students, and carries out performance evaluations. Holds Bending Back Barriers signature authority for

Department of Labor Temporary and Permanent Residency petitions.



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REPORTSTO: CEO, Vice President of Education, Provost, Board of Directors

MAJOR FUNCTIONS: Regular duties include, but are not limited to serving as Bending Back Barriers resource on Homeland Security,

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, US. Department of Justice, U.S. Department of State, U. S. Social Security

Administration, U.S. Department of Department of Labor, Internal Revenue Service and Department of Treasury, Bureau of Foreign

Assets Control laws, regulations, and procedures. Serves as the Primary Designated School Official for the F and J visa categories

under Homeland Security and as the institutional Responsible Officer for the Department of State Exchange Visitor Program.

Provides direction, supervision, and leadership for the Immigration Services Team comprised of units dedicated to the most frequently

utilized visa categories including: F-l Student Advisors, J Exchange Visitor Advisor, H Faculty and Staff Advisor, and Assistant for

Documentation and Permanent Residency. Develops training materials and conducts workshops for the benefit of the international

population at Bending Back Barriers and the staff who assist with the documentation, procedures and maintenance of students,

scholars, faculty and staff. Assess new areas of training needs and recommend new programs to meet these needs. Directs and

administers the application process for employees, faculty, staff and students who have been identified as eligible for permanent

residency via an employment based petition sponsored by Bending Back Barriers. This includes: Outstanding Professors/Researchers,

Teaching Faculty, Research Scientists and Associates and professional staff. This requires working with highly confidential and

sensitive information to provide very complex, employment-based advising involving a multiple of federal agencies. Prepares reports

on trends in international education in order to assist the Bending Back Barriers organization in meeting the goals set forth in the



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Bending Back Barriers Strategic Plan. Collect data on the demographics of the international population in Mexico and the United

States of America, fields of study, use of services by departments, financial contributions, etc., while assisting the Vice President of

Education and Provost with budgetary recommendations, which may include projections of International Student/Scholar Compliance

fees, and recommended allocation of the ISSC to meet the equipment, staff and training needs for Immigration Services. Advocate on

behalf of international education and support the Institution's goals for internationalizing the campus. Serve on institutional and

professional committees as appropriate. Assist the VP of Education, and Provost with all other tasks as necessary.

TBD (Cultural Exchange Director)

Cultural Exchange Director Job Description

JOB TITLE: Cultural Exchange Director

FUNCTION: To act and represent Bending Back Barriers at meetings within the community and strategic groups. To

proactively build and develop partnerships and new collaborative initiatives with key international organizations, to inform innovative

developments in the context of the Bending Back Barriers mission statement, and to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and best

practice amongst the wider social community.

REPORTSTO: Vice President of International Communications, Vice President of Cooperating Nonprofits, CEO



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MAJORFUNCTIONS: To promote, maintain and further develop the excellent national and international reputation of Bending Back

Barriers across the Educational Community through a range of high profile outputs. To contribute strategic insight and vision to the

overarching Bending Back Barriers strategy and associated forward planning in partnership with the Chairman and the Senior

Management Team. To seek new funding opportunities through national and international partnership engagement and collaboration,

and to generate income streams and lead bids for new projects and studies, and to collaborate with Bending Back Barriers staff to

produce successful proposals. To work with the Bending Back Barriers Board of Directors and to advice on the scope and direction of

future development programs, studies and reports. To support Bending Back Barriers in taking forward links and partnerships with

international standards bodies and other organizations, and to participate in standards communities and specification development, as

appropriate. To have responsibility for Bending Back Barriers core work, which forms a substantive part of Bending Back Barriers

funded activities, to work with the Senior Management Team and the Director to formulate the work to provide authoritative

leadership, vision and direction. To work closely with the Team Leaders responsible for Community & Outreach, Research &

Development and to ensure operational integration and knowledge transfer across all Bending Back Barriers teams. To have

particular responsibility for development of the Bending Back Barriers Cultural Support Team. To lead the development of technical,

and where necessary, information architectures and reference models applicable to the Information Environment (IE) and to oversee

the delivery of IE guidance to the rural communities of Mexico. To inform the future development, integration and adoption of

Bending Back Barrier-funded projects and services that form a significant part of the information environment infrastructure, and



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which focus on providing an infrastructure for the creation, curation, and use of resources for education and research. To oversee

Bending Back Barriers contributions to the evaluation of Bending Back Barriers participation in evaluation panels as required.

DISSEMINATIONAND PROFILE:

To deliver direction-setting reports, briefings and high-quality authoritative publications as required to inform and promulgate

strategic policy and practice in key innovation areas. To disseminate Bending Back Barriers outputs and broader synthesis through

high-quality presentations. To have a particular focus on promoting Bending Back Barriers-funded core and non-core work on the

national and international stage, through presentations, articles and other dissemination channels. To contribute to Bending Back

Barriers Program meetings and Program-level workshops and conferences. To develop and contribute to community technologies

including blogs, wikis, and other social networks to promote, comment and disseminate opinion and views around topics relevant to

the broader Bending Back Barriers work programs. To contribute on a regular basis to the Bending Back Barriers Web site and to

project Web pages.

RESOURCESAND MANAGEMENT:

To contribute to newly-funded projects across the Bending Back Barriers program as required. To appraise the Chairman, Senior

Management Team and other Bending Back Barriers staff of emergent developments, initiatives and trends within the broader Web



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environment. To participate in and contribute to Senior Management Team meetings and Resource Allocation planning. To have

line-management responsibility for the Leaders of the Research & Development Teams. To provide staff management support,

including direction and oversight of relevant tasks and outputs, workloads and quality, guidance on staff development, appraisals and

recruitment as required. To develop and foster enhanced information exchange between Bending Back Barriers core-funded work,

development and research projects and the wider community. To ensure effective use of financial resources in liaison with the

Resources Coordinator and in particular to oversee the expenditure and resource allocation for the Bending Back Barriers Work

Program. To carry out other relevant activities as indicated by the Director.

TBD (Global Initiative Director)

Global Initiative Job Description

JOB TITLE: Global Initiative Director

FUNCTIONS: Provide staff support to Bending Back Barriers directors, leaders and teams by overseeing and providing global

coordination/implementation of the Bending Back Barriers Blueprint, including coordinating and monitoring the global

implementation of initiative milestones; Accountable for driving global implementation of strategy against Blueprint milestones.

REPORTSTO: (TBD)

MAJORFUNCTIONS: Participate or lead the creation of critical externally focused analysis to support group and team decisions



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regarding strategy. Provide insightful consultation and analysis on an on-going and ad hoc basis that deliver comprehensive

understanding of community insights regarding Bending Back Barriers. Ensure communication and analysis appropriately coincide

with Bending Back Barriers strategy. Monitor, report on, and analyze progress against initiative milestones, and business

performance. Develop engaging and persuasive senior executive presentations for decision-making and to build excitement and

commitment. Identify best practices across regions for global applications and implementations. Participate in special projects in

support of Bending Back Barriers.

*(TBD) Vice President and General Counsel

Vice President and General Counsel Job Description Job Description

Job Title: Vice President & General Counsel

Function: Creating and maintaining an office of general counsel for Bending Back Barrier's legal function.

Reports to: Board of Directors

Major Functions: Assessing the legal needs of the organization, preparing a plan to provide legal services in a

comprehensive and cost conscious manner. Serving as the chief legal advisor for the organization and guiding the overall strategic

direction and evaluation of system-wide internal and external legal services and counsel. This includes evaluating and managing legal

services provided, developing and overseeing budgets, documenting provided services and instructing outside counsel on expectations



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and practices. Providing legal advice regarding all legal matters affecting the organization. This includes advice on various laws,

regulations, legal issues and concerns such as potential litigation, regulatory compliance, privacy, antitrust and competition laws,

advertising and promotional matters, corporate governance, fiduciary duty, ethics and strategic transactions. Leveraging your business

and industry knowledge to identify and act upon strategic legal, regulatory and compliance-related opportunities that ensures the

system grows in the appropriate fashion. Overseeing and monitoring litigation. Managing the relationships with all outside counsel,

including instructing outside counsel on expectations and practices, assessing the quality of services provided, and

standardizingbilling formats and practices of various outside law firms. Utilizing your expertise to draft, structure, review and assist

with negotiating strategic and complex commercial agreements and corporate transactions, including highly structured partnerships

and complex mergers, acquisitions and depositions. Along with the Vice President of Finance, is responsible for keeping files updated

and monitoring all ratings for Loan GuideStar.



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TBD (Liaison to Mexican Government)

Liaison to Mexico Job Description

JOB TITLE: Liaison to Mexico

FUNCTION: To substantially increase the awareness of Bending Back Barriers and how such knowledge can improve the

lives of large numbers of students, their family members, individuals living in rural areas in the country of Mexico. To enable a

smooth, reliable Webcast and archiving of important aspects of Bending Back Barriers events and organizational achievements and

goals. To gain the widest possible publicity by way of newspaper, magazine, radio, electronic communication avenues, and television.

REPORTSTO: TBD

MAJORFUNCTIONS: To work closely and cooperatively with the Ambassador of Mexico and all members of the Mexican Embassys

appropriate officers, from high ranking officers, to officers of local service entities, and leading members of the international business

community, and key staff of all foreign embassies, the education community, and leading members of the immediate community.

Communications and publicity to remain, electronically, in close touch with Bending Back Barriers staff, locally and internationally,

to develop close relationships with appropriate media outlets to issue local press releases. To complete all assignments as are

individually assigned.



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TBD (Public Relations Director)

Director of Public Relations Job Description

JOB TITLE: Director of Media Relations

FUNCTION: Responsible for creating and executing a global media relations program for Bending Back Barriers with the

goal of publicizing our scholastic institution. Serve as an official spokesperson for Bending Back Barriers. Provide communications

counsel to senior management, helping to enhance the companys success by applying proactive and reactive communications

strategy, including crisis communications. Plan overall media relations strategy for the Bending Back Barriers strategic plan, oversight

of all Bending Back Barriers communications staff who execute press outreach, media events, media calls, collateral, crisis

communications support and press material development. Create PR programs that positively position the Bending Back Barriers

mission and align closely with marketing campaigns, using communications tools and practices, to reinforce the Bending Back

Barriers message.

REPORTS TO: Vice President and General Counsel, Board of Directors

MAJORFUNCTIONS: Oversee all domestic and international media relations and outreach functions to include: developing, planning

and strategic oversight of domestic and international public relations firms and Bending Back Barriers efforts. Respond and serve as a

primary spokesperson for media inquiries. Work closely with Bending Back Barriers Marketing and Operations teams to provide



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strategic counsel and input. Develop and maintain departmental budget. Manage strategic planning for media relations efforts. Lead

crisis communications for statewide efforts, as needed. Approve media releases and Web content produced by staff, agencies and

contractors. Lead and execute Bending Back Barriers digital asset program including development of technology and catalog systems

of all digital assets of the Bending Back Barriers organization. Serve as lead with outside contractors and internal IT staff. Draft

correspondence and media messages to meet outreach needs at the request of Bending Back Barriers Chief Executive Officer, Vice

Presidents and senior staff members. Supervise media relations staff. Other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.

TBD (White House Liaison)

White House Liaison Job Description

JOB TITLE: White House Liaison

FUNCTION: This office serves as the liaison between the White House and Bending Back Barriers.

REPORTSTO: Vice President and General Counsel

MAJORFUNCTIONS: In addition, this office represents the mission, and goals of Bending Back Barriers. A major focus is on helping

state official and local elected officials, and community leaders with their concerns involving the mission of Bending Back Barriers.

As part of this work, personnel of this department works closely with governmental representatives, and community leaders, and their

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implement creative solutions in meeting corporate and departmental business needs for Bending Back Barriers. Establish team

environment for problem-solving and responding to our business needs, building strong relationships with peers, subordinates and

senior staff. Note that the expectation will be for this position to drive individual and team performance toward continuous

improvement. Manage the Resource Acquisition unit staff, and actively participate in negotiation and implementation of all business

agreements and international business related issues. Manage development, oversight and maintenance of the Resource Acquisition

and Resource Distribution Plans, including testing and regular updating. Develop and implement real-time and historical operational

metrics and tracking systems for management and operational use. Implement staff training programs to improve operational

performance and to retain and develop staff. Work within assigned schedules and budgets. Recruit, train and manage a diverse and

large staff of volunteers (Refer to Role of Volunteers Developmental Plan)

Assess the organizational and develop a plan for improvement and change needed to take the organization to the next level of

performance and efficiency. Develop key performance metrics and institute these as a continual basis for growth and improvement of

performance.



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TBD (Resource Acquisition Director United States)

Resources Acquisition Director United States - Job Description

JOB TITLE: Resources Acquisition Director United States

FUNCTIONS: Performs administrative work directing, managing, supervising and coordinating the activities related to

the verification of shipment, receiving, processing of materials, instruments and equipment, and distribution of all items and materials

as directed. Also responsible for the storage, inventory control, ordering, and distribution of supplies, linen, teaching materials and

equipment throughout the Bending Back Barriers educational system.

REPORTSTO: TBD

MAJORFUNCTIONS: Plans, organizes and coordinates the collection, processing, storage and distribution of supplies, material

and equipment for the Bending Back Barriers educational system. Determines and implements resource distribution inventory and

distribution standards and procedures; establishes work methods and performance standards for shipping and receiving all supplies,

materials, equipment and handling reprocessing duties; works closely with teaching personnel, other department managers, and

directors to establish inventory standards to meet daily operational needs. Determines and recommends fiscal requirements of the

department; prepares departmental budgets to include expenses and projected revenue; monitor the expenditures of approved budgeted

funds; responsible for all charges, as well as department charges for supplies, materials and equipment. Responsible for all personnel



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actions to include interviewing and hiring, establishes and coordinates orientation programs for new personnel; conducts or reviews

performance evaluations; manages work assignments; manages the preparation of work schedules and ensures appropriate staffing and

adequate coverage for the department; handles disciplinary actions. Conducts inspections of the distribution and receiving facilities,

and inventory warehouses to assure uninterrupted supply, flow of supplies, equipment and materials to departments and to ensure

compliance with established policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintains statistical data and reports reflecting departmental

activities; prepares necessary recommendations, reports and analyses reflecting status of operational activities and departmental goals

and objectives. Responsible for the maintenance and distribution of educational equipment; confers and perform evaluation of

supplies, materials and equipment; coordinates with the acquisition director of supplies, materials and equipment with the Purchasing

Department. Communicates on a daily basis with educational services, educational staff, critical staff and procedure areas. Develops

and collects data for the continuous quality improvement plan. Evaluates and recommends information systems for Resource

Distribution. Maintains a current knowledge of software and hardware options that are available for Distribution Services. Manages

automated dispensing systems, which includes supplies, materials and equipment. Communicates on a daily basis with educational

services, educational staff, and educational areas to assure that supplies, materials and equipment are available. Review department

performance in relation to established goals, implementing changes to effect continual improvement in services provided; and assures

compliance with all internal and external standards as well as regulatory and legal requirements. Follows universal precautions and

utilizes personal protective equipment as required.



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TBD (Resource Acquisition Distributor - Mexico)

Resource Acquisition Distributor Mexico Job Description Pending

JOB TITLE: Resource Acquisition Distributor Mexico

FUNCTIONS: Performs administrative work directing, managing, supervising and coordinating the activities related to the

verification of shipment, receiving, processing of materials, instruments and equipment, and distribution of all items and materials as

directed. Also responsible for the storage, inventory control, ordering, and distribution of supplies, linen, teaching materials and

equipment throughout the Bending Back Barriers educational system.

REPORTSTO: (TBD)

MAJORFUNCTIONS: Plans, organizes and coordinates the collection, processing, storage and distribution of supplies, material and

equipment for the Bending Back Barriers educational system. Determines and implements resource distribution inventory and

distribution standards and procedures; establishes work methods and performance standards for shipping and receiving all supplies,

materials, equipment and handling reprocessing duties; works closely with teaching personnel, other department managers, and

directors to establish inventory standards to meet daily operational needs. Determines and recommends fiscal requirements of the

department; prepares departmental budgets to include expenses and projected revenue; monitor the expenditures of approved budgeted

funds; responsible for all charges, as well as department charges for supplies, materials and equipment.



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Responsible for all personnel actions to include interviewing and hiring, establishes and coordinates orientation programs for new

personnel; conducts or reviews performance evaluations; manages work assignments; manages the preparation of work schedules and

ensures appropriate staffing and adequate coverage for the department; handles disciplinary actions. Conducts inspections of the

distribution and receiving facilities, and inventory warehouses to assure uninterrupted supply, flow of supplies, equipment and

materials to departments and to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintains statistical

data and reports reflecting departmental activities; prepares necessary recommendations, reports and analyses reflecting status of

operational activities and departmental goals and objectives. Responsible for the maintenance and distribution of educational

equipment; confers and perform evaluation of supplies, materials and equipment; coordinates with the acquisition director of supplies,

materials and equipment with the Purchasing Department. Communicates on a daily basis with educational services, educational staff,

critical staff and procedure areas.

Develops and collects data for the continuous quality improvement plan. Evaluates and recommends information systems for

Resource Distribution. Maintains a current knowledge of software and hardware options that are available for Distribution Services.

Manages automated dispensing systems, which includes supplies, materials and equipment. Communicates on a daily basis with

educational services, educational staff, and educational areas to assure that supplies, materials and equipment are available. Review



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department performance in relation to established goals, implementing changes to effect continual improvement in services provided;

and assures compliance with all internal and external standards as well as regulatory and legal requirements. Follows universal

precautions and utilizes personal protective equipment as required.

TBD (Director of Fundraising)

(Director of Fundraising Job Description)

JOB TITLE: Director of Fundraising

FUNCTION: The position of Director of Fundraising United States will be responsible for developing and supporting the

organizations major fundraising and direct marketing programs relating to the United States. Responsibilities include: supporting the

fundraising efforts of Bending Back Barriers, including drafting funding proposals and grant applications, meeting with donors, and

identifying funding sources in coordination with the organizations overall fundraising programs. It will be critical for the candidate

to bring fundraising prospects and networking together to raise funds and working to build relationships across departmental borders.

The position is also responsible for direct marketing in the United States, including public awareness initiatives with the expectation of

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MAJORFUNCTIONS: Be the project manager on the organizations American focused fundraising project implementations. Support

the fundraising efforts of Bending Back Barriers in America; assisting in drafting funding proposals and grant applications, meeting

with donors, Identifying new funding sources in coordination with the organizations overall fundraising programs for the United

States. Sharing fundraising prospects and networking together to raise funds and working to level relationships across departmental

barriers. Develop and execute annual direct marketing and fundraising plans for the United States, including analyzing donor markets

and demographics. Use database management methodology on a daily basis to manage actual and prospective donors to create

strategies for growth of the organization as well as prepare reports for the CFO, and the Board of Directors. Create innovative and

attractive donor acknowledgement and recognition opportunities. Develop and manage relationships with potential donors. Develop

suitable marketing materials to support fundraising in close liaison with the CFO for American donors. Oversee professional and

efficient donor management processes, as well as minimizing administrative hurdles for donations. Develop, manage and report on

the budget for fundraising in the United States. Provide regular reporting to the CEO on the United States fundraising program.



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TBD (Events/Conference Coordinator)

EVENTS COORDINATOR JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Events/Conference Coordinator

FUNCTION: Schedules and coordinates public events, seminars, conferences and services for the Bending Back Barriers

organization. Arranges various aspects of events such as security of conference room reservations, technical requirements, parking,

staffing or various other services. Maintains a flexible work schedule in order to coordinate and attend evening and weekend events.

Maintains on-call status.

REPORTSTO: TBD

MAJORFUNCTIONS: Schedules facilities and services for outside events; maintains weekly and monthly facility activities calendar;

updates calendar as required. Recommends for approval or denial of facility rental for specific events by reviewing rental

applications. Coordinates with renters management to negotiate rental costs and determine requirements of renter in regard to

technical, security and/or other requirements. Ensures adequate staffing for events and schedules set-up, technical, stage and other

crews accordingly; supervises crews during events. Provides assistance and information to faculty, staff and outside organizations

regarding facility use and capabilities. Maintains contact with patrons of clients via telephone or written correspondence. Represents

Bending Back Barriers in public relations/liaison capacity on matters relating to events and at departmental meetings. Attends events



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to facilitate operations and responds to emergencies, problems, etc., ensures all aspects of events are implemented and controlled

according to plans. Maintains direct contact with personnel from the various outside organizations and departments associated with

scheduled events. Coordinates conferences and/or requested services including reserving conference rooms, determining catering

needs, preparing conference materials, tracking various expenditures and revenues, collecting fees and maintaining any necessary

records. Coordinates, determines and/or arranges physical maintenance of facility as required; oversees daily security of facility;

checks work of staff assigned in these areas. Maintains inventory of facility/department equipment. Compiles material for event

program; maintains mailing lists for distribution of event calendar or other pertinent information.

*(TBD) Vice Pres. of Public Safety, Security, Risk Man. & Loss Prevention

Vice President of Public Safety, Security, Management, and Loss Prevention Job Description

JOB TITLE: Vice President of Public Safety, Security, Management, and Loss Prevention

FUNCTION: The Associate Vice President (AVP) for Safety and Security leads and directs the coordination, development, and

management of the GW Safety and Security Program.

REPORTSTO: Chief Executive Officer, Vice President of Education, Board of Directors

MAJORFUNCTIONS: The Vice President maintains a focus on Bending Back Barriers mission in the planning, administration, and

execution of all security-related programs. The VP will have a broad level of interface with the leadership of the Bending Back



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Barriers, including the Board of Directors. During emergency response situations, and drills, the VP reports directly to the Bending

Back Barriers Chief Executive Officer and Vice President of Education.

TBD (Campus Police Director)

Campus Police Director Job Description

JOB TITLE: Campus Police Director

FUNCTION: The Campus Police Director is responsible for the overall safety and security of the Bending Back

Barriers campus community.

REPORTSTO: Vice President of Public Safety, Security, Risk Management and Loss Prevention

MAJORFUNCTIONS: Maintain program for the protection of people and property, Direct the operation of the Campus Police

Department, Develop parking programs and traffic regulations, Organize/develop safety programs and strategic planning, Maintain

program for fire prevention and fire prevention equipment, Calculate and maintain annual department budget, Prepare employee

evaluations, analyzing performance, Identify departmental training needs and schedule the appropriate training, Serves as a member of

the Emergency Response team, Serve as primary investigator of on campus incidents reported to the Campus Police, The Chief may

not carry a weapon, but is expected to maintain a satisfactory proficiency level as outlined in the Campus Police firearms policy.



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Remain aware of problem dwellings and criminal activity in the surrounding community, Communicate with local police, fire and

traffic departments regarding matters of concern to the college community (traffic, reports, garbage, crime, safety, etc.), Draft and

prepare letters to appropriate entities for the Vice President of Safety and Security, Board of Directors, Administration, Research and

Planning. (Letters to city and government officials, etc.), Maintain files of hazardous materials on campus, Serve on panels during

Parents Weekend, Preview Day, Registration, etc., Serve on campus committees when requested, Remain in close contact and

maintain effective working relationship with Student Affairs, Meet with student groups and organizations as necessary, Educate

campus community of building safety and evacuation plan in the event of a disaster, Attend civic and government meetings when

applicable, Identify areas of energy waste. Notify appropriate department. Offer recommendations to reduce energy waste, Remaining

cognizant of trends and legal concerns for campus law enforcement, Prepare the Assistant Campus Police Director to manage the

Campus Police Department in the absence of the Chief, Revise informational manuals as needed (Campus Police Department SOP,

Emergency Response), Prepare and distribute an Annual Security Report as directed by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Crime

Statistics Act of 1998, Prepare and disseminate emergency information via school media sources (e-mail, voice mail, print media)

when appropriate (criminal activity, inclement weather/school closings, service information, etc.).



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requirements. Manages, develops, and evaluates Loss Prevention personnel. Identifies staff developmental opportunities and

strengths. Develops and maintains partnerships with all internal levels and external department personnel.

TBD (Public Safety Director)

Public Safety Director Job Description

JOB TITLE: Public Safety Director

FUNCTION: Under general administrative direction, plans, directs, manages, and oversees the activities and operations of

the Bending Back Barriers Public Safety Department including law enforcement, criminal investigations, crime prevention, fire

suppression and prevention, emergency medical services, disaster responses, community problem solving, code enforcement, general

community support services, and related support services; coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies

(as necessary); acts as a member of the Bending Back Barriers management team; and provides highly responsible and complex

administrative support, and reports to the Vice President of Public Safety, Security, Risk Management, and Loss Prevention.

REPORTSTO: Vice President of Public Safety, Security, Risk Management, and Loss Prevention.

MAJORFUNCTIONS: Assumes full management responsibility for all Public Safety Department services and activities; manages the

development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, and priorities for each assigned service area; recommends and

administers policies and procedures. Establishes policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitors and evaluates the efficiency



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and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocates resources accordingly. Assesses and monitors work load,

administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs and

implements changes.

Plans, directs, and coordinates, through subordinate level staff, the Public Safety Departments work plan; assigns projects and

programmatic areas of responsibility; reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures; meets with key staff to identify and

resolve problems. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with

employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures. Oversees and participates in the development

and administration of the department budget; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies;

approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary. Oversees the acquisition and

maintenance of department equipment and vehicles; maintains safety standards for personnel and equipment.

Provides staff assistance to the local, community leaders; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence;

attends local community meetings as required. Represents the Public Safety Department to other departments, community leaders,

and outside agencies; coordinates assigned activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.

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management programs within their own departments. Collects, evaluates, and maintains data concerning student injuries, claims,

workers compensation, and other risk-related data. Investigates and analyzes root causes, patterns, or trends that could result in

compensatory or sentinel events. Helps to identify and implement corrective action where appropriate. Provides a quarterly summary

to the Board of Directors on incidents, claims, and claim payments. Serves as the organizations liaison to the organizations

insurance carrier. Assists in processing summonses and claims against the facility by working with legal counsel to coordinate the

investigation, processing, and defense of claims against the organization. Actively participates in or facilitates committees related to

risk management, safety, and quality improvement.

*TBD (Vice President of Community Development)

Vice President of Community Development Job Description

JOB TITLE: Vice President of Community Development

FUNCTION: General Description: The Vice President for Community Development has responsibility for promotion of

community development through classes and activities that include recreation programs, cultural programs and community

development programs. The Vice President for Community Development manages the day-to-day operations of the Community

Development Department by supervising the directors of the Career Transitions Program, Community Outreach, Education, and

Cultural Programs, Recreation and Fitness Programs, and any extension agents of Bending Back Barriers.



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community organizations and community leaders, and coordinates the contributions of diverse groups of Board of Directors, donors,

staff, volunteers and community groups.

REPORTSTO: Board of Directors

MAJORFUNCTIONS: ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Works with the Board of Directors to develop to develop broad support on the

national, state, regional and local level for the Bending Back Barriers Organization. Oversees and supports current program staff, and

develops short and long term staff development plans.

FINANCIAL, MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION: Implements Bending Back Barriers Board-approved Strategic Plan, and implements

other Board plans in a timely way as they relate to the programs, annual grant and fund development, communications, and business

development. Ensures legal compliance and program and fiscal accountability. Provide the Bending Back Barriers organization with

expertise in non-profit management, business and financial analysis. Provides leadership in developing organizational and financial

plans with the Board of Directors and other staff, and carry out plans and policies as authorized by the Board. Promotes active and

broad participation by partner organizations and volunteers in the organizations work. Develops, enhances and maintains a working

knowledge of significant developments and trends in socially and economically disadvantaged communities, as well as an

understanding of shifts in government involvement at the State and Federal levels. Develops, enhances and maintains a working

knowledge of trends in philanthropic giving patterns within the Bending Back Barriers catchment area. Maintains fiscal

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PROGRAM DEVELOPMENTAND MANAGEMENT: Oversees the current programs of the agency and working with staff, develop programs to

achieve goals and objectives of the agencys grant programs and the strategic plan of the Board of Directors. Identify and cultivate

partner organizations locally, regionally and nationally, and internationally, as appropriate, for mutual program benefit. Assists the

Board by maintaining and promoting the vision and mission of Bending Back Barriers and in achieving goals and objectives of the

Strategic Plan. Initiates and assists in recommending and developing policies and setting priorities.

BOARD RELATIONSAND COMMUNICATIONS:Keeps the Board and Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer fully informed on the condition

of the agency and other important factors affecting the health of Bending Back Barriers. Communicates regularly with the President

and key Board members. Serves as staff liaison to Board committees as appropriate. Assists the President in planning the agenda and

materials for board meetings and board strategic planning presentations.

PUBLIC RELATIONSAND COMMUNICATIONS: Serves as chief spokesperson for Bending Back Barriers and acts as liaison with consumer

partners and community groups, and may delegate those duties as necessary; represents Bending Back Barriers on various community

committees; works in concert with other advocacy organizations to further Bending Back Barriers goals and objectives. Takes an

active role in local, state and national disability and independent living organizations; educates legislators regarding issues affecting

persons with disabilities. Provides direct service to consumer partners of the Center as needed, including information and referral to

callers and consumer partners; gives ADA trainings. Establish and strengthen working relationships with partners at the local,

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MAJORFUNCTIONS: Provides primary support in marketing Rural Community housing programs. Coordinates project performance

with all CDBG (Community Development Block Grants) recipients to ensure timely spending of funds and prepares necessary reports

and information required by Bending Back Barriers and other grantee requirements. Assists in administering the CDBG Annual

Action Plan process in preparation of the annual budget for the program. Conducts research and assists in processes in potential

efforts to establish a nonprofit arm for Bending Back Barriers. Also works with coordination committees which assists in formulating

the structure of future housing programs. Develops processes of housing programs including housing rehabilitation, acquisition and

homeowner assistance programs for the rural residents and future partnering organizations. Administers, markets and provides follow

up with newly funded down payments and closing cost assistance for the Community Development Block Grant program.

TBD (Investment Resources Director)

Investment Resources Director Job Description

JOB TITLE: Investment Resources Director Job Description

FUNCTION: Raises and deploys forms of capital to meet niche market needs for community health centers nationally.


MAJORFUNCTIONS:Part of the senior leadership team that sets direction and develops strategies for achieving set goals as designated by

the (CPBCG) Capital Projects Budget Core Group. Works independently and with other Bending Back Barriers senior management



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members. Develop relationships and agreements with investors and lenders and manages ongoing relationships. Works with Capital

Projects Consulting Team, structures and closes transactions on behalf of Bending Back Barriers. Manages attorneys, accountants and

other outside financial consultants. Coordinates documentation, closing, compliance and reporting on all transactions

To the extent that Bending Back Barriers own allocation of funding for capital projects is insufficient, identifies and work with

outside consultants to structure financing and grant transactions on behalf of Bending Back Barriers. To the extent necessary, defines

source capital for financial transactions, capital projects, and negotiate advantageous financing structures. Works with Bending Back

Barriers financial team to coordinate all financial transactions with, as deemed necessary, outside consultants. Lead strategy and

expansion of managing application development for additional allocations of tax credits.

TBD (Economic Development Director)

Director of Community and Economic Development Job Description

JOB TITLE: Director of Economic and Community Development

FUNCTION: Manages the day-to-day operation of the Economic Development Department under the

general direction of the Vice President of Community Development, and assists community leaders with

the integration of community programs and services.

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MAJOR FUNCTIONS: Manages the divisions day-to-day operations, supervises division staff, and assures

accuracy and timely submission of required documents and reports to grantor agencies. Assists localcommunity leaders and groups in their planning and development efforts, including development of

projects, identification of funding sources, assistance in preparing applications for said funding sources,

and tracking projects to completion. Coordinates and obtains, as needed, professional and technicalassistance for Community-Educational Developmentprograms from all applicable or appropriate sources.Performs detailed research and analytical studies of key issues related to local project funding needs

and/or application preparation. Oversees the ongoing process of updating development plans and allmaterials developed by such programs for the improvement of local, rural communities. Coordinates theplanning and development of new programs and project initiatives, particularly those related to goals such

as economic development. In concert with the director of resource management, tracks costs associatedwith all division projects. Develops ways in which related programs can be integrated for efficiency, and

innovative mechanisms can be developed for enhanced program, and effectiveness. Represents BendingBack Barriers at various local, regional, state, national, and international meetings. Assists in retaining

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TBD (Small Business Development Director)

Small Business Development Director Job Description

JOB TITLE: Small Business Development Director Job Description

FUNCTION: The Small Business Development (SBD) Director is responsible for providing counseling, education and

training to small business owners and other entrepreneurs within the rural communities with the sovereign borders of the country of

Mexico. The Director is responsible for promoting self-employment and the creation of new small businesses throughout the within

the rural communities with the sovereign borders of the country of Mexico. The Director must organize and administer the operations

of Small Business Development for Bending Back Barriers.

REPORTSTO: TBD

MAJORFUNCTIONS:Assesses, determines and designs programs and services that meet the requirements of the US Small Business

Administration (SBA), and the Bending Back Barriers Economic and Community Development program. Designs programs for and

provides free one-on-one business counseling to individuals and private organizations. Plans, schedules, and delivers business

training classes and seminars. Manages the Small Business Management (SBM) Program. Supervises business counselors and

instructors assigned to the SBD and SBM program. Manages the adopted budget for the SBDC, SBM program, and SBDC Program




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Income accounts. Creates marketing and public relations materials about the SBDC. Gathers economic information as requested.

Prepares and distributes requested reports. Distributes information to the media as requested or scheduled. Maintains a filing system

for documents. Develops a work plan with the OSBDCN that shows goals, objectives, activities, and outcomes. Develops and

maintains partnership that affect the SBDC Stays knowledgeable about business activities in the region. Prepares and makes

presentations about business operations. Manages the annual budgets for the SBDC and SBM program. Travels outside the district to

attend meetings. Works outside the normal workday including evenings and weekends when necessary.

TBD (Promise Neighborhoods Director)

Promise Neighborhoods Director Job Description

JOB TITLE: Promise Neighborhoods Director Job Description

FUNCTION: Oversee the instituting of a Tutor-to-Mentor Connection Program (TMCP). Oversees the matching of tutors

and children in every part of Rural Mexico. Head a community-wide program targeting at-risk youth, and following and providing the

much-needed tools for success from high school, to and, and following up after the student graduates from college.

REPORTSTO: TBD

MAJORFUNCTIONS: Provides access to ancient and modern technology to provide practical systems for the application of

knowledge. Creates and promotes situations, programs and relationships that foster a sense of connection, attachment and belonging




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to a larger group or common goal. Oversee a program that provides an opportunity to learn social and emotional skills, opportunities

to increase self-esteem. Oversees a program that provides an adult protective shield; that is, monitoring, providing supervision,

discipline and a caring adult presence. Oversees a program that minimizes trauma by developing an individuals spirituality.

TBD (Womens Programs Director)

Womens Program Director Job Description

JOB TITLE: Womens Program Director

FUNCTION: The mission of the Bending Back Barriers Womens Program is to work for the advancement of all women.

We do this by providing women and men opportunities, programs, and services that address gender issues and promote equity, safety,

and success. Works closely with the Vice President of Community Development in establishing, coordinating, and evaluating

services, outreach, and programs designed to meet the needs of socially and economically disadvantaged youths, students, caregivers,

unwed-teenage mothers, faculty and staff.

REPORTS

TO

: TBD

MAJORFUNCTION: Assists in providing information, advocacy, referral and other direct services to Bending Back Barriers Womens

Center clientele. Assists in coordinating and implementing Womens Center programs--including mentoring and leadership

initiatives, educational outreach events, and other programs as they arise. Assumes primary responsibility for Womens History

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Documents

Bending Back Barriers Business Plan Final