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THoSAMLING INSTITUTE Institute for International Buddhist Women Manager for Thösamling Institute A unique, once in a lifetime opportunity exists to join Thösamling as Manager. Come and live in a beautiful environment, close to His Holiness Dalai Lama, Gyalwa Karmapa and other high lamas and teachers. The spectacular and peaceful Himalayan setting is ideal for practitioners or those seeking time out from a busy life. This is a wonderful opportunity to assist the Dharma, support the Sangha, receive unique and precious teachings from Geshe-La in a safe and supportive environment in India. Time Period An initial trial period will be 3 months with review of conditions and duties after that time. The full contract is for one year, renewable on review. Position to commence 1 April 2009. Working Conditions Working hours: 6 hours a day, 5 days a week. One month holiday twice yearly (retreat at Thösamling offered if desired). Hours are partially flexible, depending on availability of other volunteers. We offer free board, lodging and airfare reimbursement if the candidate completes one year, or partial reimbursement for any lesser time stayed (minimum 6 months for partial reimbursement). Responsibility The manager is responsible for all the daily office work, staff management, overall maintenance of Thösamling and the duties list. They have to report to and discuss problems with the Director/management team. The manager has to work independently but still consult with and be answerable to the Director/management team. Experience Must have experience working in Dharma centers, with NGO’s/charities, or in an office environment. Skilled at office, staff and financial management. Working knowledge of computers and peripherals, computer programs, eg. database entry and Microsoft office software. Personal Qualities Must have good interpersonal skills, patience, be even-tempered and able to deal with stress. Staff management skills, problem solving and organizational skills. Able to work in a relaxed but efficient manner. Be self motivated, honest, disciplined, hard-working, dedicated. A female applicant is preferred, as this is a nunnery, but men would be considered. They would have to live outside the nunnery in the village. Duties Manage the office, all correspondence, electronic and postal. Manage bookings and payments for accommodation and retreat, including roster for room cleaning. Oversee production of the newsletter every second month. Liaise with web master to update the website as and when required. Administrative support for the school. Manage staff (five in total) including overseeing work roster, expense reimbursement, bill and wages payment, shopping. Oversee maintenance to buildings/grounds, coordinate trades-people. General trouble shooting. Financial management - make budgets, prepare salaries, keep basic accounts on an accounting database, liaise with the accountant and keep the petty cash and bank accounts balanced. Classes The manager can attend Thösamling classes/teachings free of charge. The schedule has to be organized in conjunction with availability of other volunteers and the Director. Attendance at other classes/teachings is open to discussion. Applications Please send a letter of interest plus C.V. to thosamling@gmail.com For more information see www.thosamling.org
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