Open Positions:

See below for more information about Internship & Board of Directors positions!

We are not hiring new staff members at this time.

 

Internships

At The Pride Network, interns play a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission. By bringing fresh perspectives, energy, and creativity, our interns enrich our community and support our capacity to create even more change. By joining us, interns gain hands-on experience in project management, program development, and community engagement, all while making a tangible difference in the lives of the LGBTQ+ individuals we work so hard to serve.

We offer a supportive, dynamic environment where interns can grow their skills, connect with influential networks, and contribute to meaningful change. Help us build a more inclusive future—apply to be an intern today!

Email info@thepridenetwork.org with a resume and letter of intent.

join our Programs Team

  • Read the position description here!

join our Graphic design, Social Media, & Marketing Team

  • Read the position description here!

  • Graphic design skills are strongly preferred, but not required to join this team!

 

Board of Directors

As The Pride Network broadens its impact and scales it operations, our Board of Directors is evolving and expanding. During this transformation, we are looking for Board members with aspirational vision and practical bandwidth to serve in specific roles.

We are seeking individuals for whom the mission of heart-centered leadership resonates deeply and whose robust relationships within their sectors (corporate, foundations, and higher education specifically) might be put to use in the interests of advancing TPN's work. Our ideal Board members are committed to and understand diverse community, approaching problem-solving with diplomacy and compassion, and leading with integrity, grace, and love.

The Commitment:

Monthly Board meetings via Zoom & Active participation in at least one committee

Three year terms

Personally meaningful annual philanthropy; a minimum personal donation of $1,000

Contact info@thepridenetwork.org to apply, or for more information.

Human Resources

  • Advise and work with the Executive Director (ED) on forming HR policies & procedures (e.g. compensation, contracts) for staff

  • Help develop ED & Board of Directors performance evaluations

  • Work with TPN leadership on facilitating the annual evaluations

  • Provide strategic guidance on staffing, and participate on interview panels to help evaluate candidates

  • Help refine the onboarding process for staff & Board members

Grant Prospecting

  • Identify corporate and foundation grants prospects (no gov't grants)

  • Develop and coordinate a grants calendar and strategy

  • Work closely with Development Team (our Board's volunteer grant writer) & development staff (Executive Director and Development Coordinator) to execute grants strategy

  • Cultivate relationships with potential grantmakers

Programming & Education

  • Advise in the development and expansion of new and continuing programming

  • Help maintain and cultivate relationships with existing and prospective program partners

  • Advise the development of a Programs Coordinator staff position (2024), and provide guidance thereafter

Legal

  • Help leadership think through issues and identify legal risks and solutions

  • Help connect TPN with outside professionals and experts to implement those solutions, securing those services for free or at a reduced cost

  • Supervise any outside professionals and advocate for the organization’s needs and positions

  • Review core organization documents every 2-3 years

Nonprofit Finance / CPA

  • Work closely with the Treasurer to offer guidance and a financial perspective to TPN's strategic vision, as well as to interpret financial statements and communicate them to the Board

  • Help connect TPN with outside professionals who can provide accounting services pro bono or at a greatly reduced cost

  • Bring your experience from work with other nonprofits

Corporate Connection

  • Do you work at a Fortune 500 company? Work with us to develop a meaningful relationship with their DEI team, Foundation, Executive Sponsor, etc. to help support our work

  • Help secure program funding/event sponsorship

  • Work closely with the Executive Director and Development Coordinator to execute TPN's corporate giving strategy

Digital Strategy & Social Media

  • Work closely with our staff to help execute our digital marketing strategy

  • Develop graphic design content and social media captions

  • Help manage our social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn)

  • Execute corporate brand recognition (posts & mentions)

  • Grow the number of followers on each account

  • Provide guidance on the strategic development of our brand new website

Event Planning (NYC/NJ)

  • Co-lead our annual gala alongside staff and board members

  • Help manage event logistics

  • Coordinate with vendors

  • Work with our Development team to engage stakeholders

  • Help us envision, plan, and execute new fundraising and networking events

Professional Fundraising

  • Help expand our stakeholder base through outreach and engagement of personal networks

  • Work with our Development team to advise and support annual fundraising goals

  • Connect us to major donors and help open new doors