The East Isles Residents' Association, the governing board of the East Isles neighborhood in Minneapolis, is in search of a contract consultant who will work with the Association to plan and implement programming for the NRP Phase II for EIRA.

Contractual Duties:

Participation agreement
* Organize the election of NRP Steering Committee according to the EIRA Participation Agreement approved by the EIRA Board 2-9-2010 and the NRP Policy Board
* Assist the Committee in developing its responsibilities and the Phase II action plan
* Develop the NRP budget and accounting procedures for Phase II funds

Phase II Plan
* Draft the plan to be approved by the Steering Committee and the EIRA Board
* Develop and implement the outreach plan, including but not limited to publicity, recruitment of volunteers, surveys, neighborhood involvement and meetings, etc.
* Develop a process for developing and deciding on priorities
* Write the Phase II Plan
* Ensure processes are in place to carry out plan
* Submit completed plan to city of Minneapolis

Supervision of Consultant
* The consultant will work directly with the NRP Steering Committee and be supervised by its chairperson, with consultation and approval as appropriate by the EIRA Board.

Job Requirements
* Knowledge of NRP and the EIRA neighborhood
* Experience in writing plans and proposals
* Experience working with neighborhood groups and volunteers
* Experience working with budgets, surveys, and publicity

Compensation
The contractor will be expected to work 10 hours/week and will be paid on an hourly basis commensurate with experience, between $15.00 and $18.00/hour. There are no benefits attached to the appointment. Contractor will be expected to have their own workspace and computer.

To Apply: Application should be received by April 15, 2010. Submit a cover letter, resume, and names of 3 references to:
Nancy Johnston, President
EIRA
2751 Hennepin Ave, S, Box 294
Minneapolis, MN 55408