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Harvey Epstein of Urban Justice Cen-

ter speaks to the ANHD Inc. Reader
about the recent successes of UJC. In
December 2009, a dozen tenants of
1600 Sedgwick Ave in the Bronx, with
the help of UJC won a preliminary in-
junction from New York State Supreme
Court to stop their Landlord, Riverview
Redevelopment Co, from its practce
of hiking rents for rent regulated apart-
ments. Riverview Redevelopment Co is
a subsidiary of Starrett Corp.
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CHHAYA CDC: Empowering Tenants

The Story of One ANHD Member from Queens
BY SHAN REHMAN over three years before he started com- Fund and ANHD through the Initiative
plaining about the leaking ceiling, peeling for Neighborhood and Citywide Orga-
QUEENS - From the outside, nothing paint and the broken window frame that nizing (INCO), Chhaya had just brought
seems out of the ordinary at 37-06 69th left his apartment freezing. a Bangla-speaker, Shirhad Meah, on staff
Street, a rent-regulated building in Wood- as a tenant organizer. (INCO provides
side, Queens. Mr. Tipu’s complaints fell to deaf ears until grant support to 15 community-based or-
one day, the disgruntled superintendent – ganizations to increase their capacity to
The entrance lobby is neat and tidy, trash recently laid off by the landlord - informed organize in their own neighborhoods as
is neatly stacked, and the building seems him that the building was rent-regulated well as to increase community residents’
perfectly representative of the diverse and and that he and many other tenants were ability to influence city-wide policy on
middle-income neighborhood in which it being overcharged. Word spread quickly housing issues.)
is located. But as is the unfortunate case in the building, where over 90 percent of
with much of the affordable housing stock the units were inhabited by Bangladeshi By March 2009, over 30 tenants in the
in New York City, inside individual apart- immigrant families, and the tenants real- building had agreed to form a tenant as-
ments the story is a much more distress- ized that they needed more detailed in- sociation to aggressively seek repairs in
ing one of corruption, neglect - and often, formation on their rights. their individual apartments; and where
harassment. Tipu and two other tenants eventually required, file rent-overcharge complaints
found Chhaya CDC, a non-profit hous- with DHCR.
Motiul Tipu, an immigrant tenant from ing justice organization based in Jackson By the summer of 2009, with the assis-
Bangladesh had lived in his apartment for Heights, in January 2009. With the sup-
port of the Neighborhood Opportunities Cont’d on page 2
 2 FEBRUARY 2, 2010
VOLUME XXXV, NUMBER 3
ANHD IN THE PRESS
All Those Little Stuyvesant Towns
By GRETCHEN MORGENSON Published January 30, 2010 in The New York Times.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/31/business/31gret.html
WHEN money grew on trees during the late great credit
boom, private equity firms plunged headlong into New York
City real estate. Not only did these companies snag dazzling
Manhattan office towers, they also paid up for thousands of
mundane rental apartments across the five boroughs.
Sure, they had taken on monumental debt to buy these
properties, but they had a potent strategy. If they were able
to jack up the apartments’ rents, even on those that had
much lower, regulated rates, they’d have no trouble profiting
mightily.
The most famous such bet was the $6.3 billion purchase in
2006 of Stuyvesant Town and Peter Cooper Village on the
East River in Manhattan. The buyer was a partnership that
Tishman Speyer Properties and BlackRock Realty oversaw.
But last week, the properties — now valued at less than
$2 billion — went back to the banks that had financed this
top-of-the-market deal. The investors in the project had de-
faulted.
Stuyvesant Town is a high-profile deal, to be sure. But there
were many others like it in the mania, struck by lesser-known
companies with private equity backing. They bought rent-
regulated apartments in Manhattan, Queens and the Bronx.
Some of these deals are now vulnerable, too.
When the transactions took place several years ago, pri-
vate equity chiefs were riding high. Loading debt onto the
companies they bought, managers dismissed workers, cut
customer services and sold off assets to pay themselves
and their investors and to meet their debt payments.
The private equity firms took a similar approach to rental
apartments. But instead of dumping workers, they hoped to
jettison low-revenue renters so their units could be renovat-
ed and leased out at much higher prices.
Private equity firms have financed the purchase of 100,000
units of rent-regulated housing across New York City since
2005, according to the Association for Neighborhood and
Housing Development, a coalition of nonprofit housing
groups in New York. These owners account for almost 10
percent of the city’s rent-regulated housing.
Under pressure to turn over apartments to meet their finan-
cial obligations, some of these properties’ managers have
run roughshod over tenants and the regulations intended
to protect them. Last fall, for example, New York State’s
highest court ruled that Stuyvesant Town’s owners had im-
properly raised rents on 4,400 apartments in the complexes,
forcing the rents to be rolled back.
On Thursday, Andrew M. Cuomo, the New York attorney
general, said he was preparing to sue Vantage Properties, a
private-equity-backed owner of 9,500 mostly rent-regulated
apartments in working-class neighborhoods across New
York City.
In a letter warning Vantage of impending litigation, Mr. Cuo-
mo’s office contended that Vantage, which has bought more
than 125 buildings in Queens, Harlem and other areas since
2006, had engaged in a “systemic pattern of harassment”
to generate significant tenant turnover. Increasing turnover
was central to Vantage’s business strategy, the attorney
general’s office said, so that it could charge much higher
rents after renovating the newly vacant apartments.
“Vantage’s ability to satisfy its projected profits largely de-
pends on its ability to evict rent-regulated tenants and raise
rents to market levels,” wrote Alphonso B. David, chief of
the Civil Rights Bureau in the attorney general’s office, in
a letter to the company last week. Vantage tried to force
out long-term tenants “by serving baseless legal notices and
commencing frivolous housing court eviction proceedings,”
he wrote.
A spokesman for Vantage and for Neil L. Rubler, its presi-
dent, said the company was “genuinely committed to serv-
ing its residents and to the future of affordable housing in
New York City.”
“We look forward to demonstrating this to the attorney gen-
eral,” the spokesman added.
They will have to work hard. According to Mr. David’s letter,
Vantage routinely tried to evict tenants by sending them no-
tices that their leases were not being renewed. Vantage jus-
tified the letters, known as Golub notices, with phony claims,
like contending that the tenants didn’t have the right to live in
the rent-regulated apartments, Mr. David’s letter said. In the
company’s business plans and annual reports to its inves-
tors, the attorney general’s office said, Vantage even named
its business model the “Golub program.” One of the com-
pany’s business plans said that its “legal efforts are starting
to bear fruit and rent prices continue to exceed plan, all con-
tributing to what should be a strong year to come.”
IN a 2007 regulatory filing, Vantage had a different name for
its model. Calling it a “recapturing” strategy, Vantage said it
expected to turn over 20 percent to 30 percent of units in a
property during its first year of ownership — a rate five times
the norm.
One Vantage tenant cited in the attorney general’s letter had
lived in his apartment without incident for 14 years. After
Vantage bought his building, the company put the tenant
through three unfounded eviction proceedings in one year,
the attorney general’s office said.
First, it said, Vantage improperly claimed that his rent was
delinquent, then incorrectly contended that he had another
primary residence, which is not permitted for those living
in rent-regulated apartments. Finally, it said, Vantage made
another baseless claim that he hadn’t paid his rent.
Cont’d on page 3
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STORIES OF SUCCESS
landlords can say, ‘I’m not renewing your lease, get out. In New
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The ANHD INC. READER would like to
ANHD All Those Little Stuyvesant Towns feature your organization in an upcoming
issue. We’re particularly interested in stories
None of this surprises Benjamin Dulchin, executive director of
the Association for Neighborhood and Housing Development. that tell how critical your organization was
He says that harassment is central to rental real estate invest-
ments backed by private equity firms because the onerous debt in keeping housing affordable to a family in
they have taken on requires significantly higher revenue than can need. Each story is a concrete victory. And
be generated in rent-regulated buildings.
each concrete victory is critical and news-
And, he argues, even if these properties go into bankruptcy, the
pattern of harassment may continue. Distressed-debt investors in- worthy both to our overall effort in keeping
terested in buying them may continue trying to force out tenants, and expanding affordable housing in New
he said.
York City.
“Vulture funds are lining up to buy the debt at what is still a specu-
lative price,” he added. “The question is, will they recognize that in
a rent-regulated building, you need to pay a price that the current Would you like your past victories to be
tenants can support? Paying any more eventually leads you to a
business model that is based on harassment, as the attorney gen- future cover stories in The ANHD INC.
eral’s action has shown.”
READER?
Bullying as a business model? Unfortunately, it seems to work all
too often.
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VOLUME XXXV, NUMBER 3
ANHD IN THE PRESS
Cuomo Commences Legal Action Against Vantage
Office of Attorney General
NEW YORK, NY (January 28, 2010) – Attorney General
Andrew M. Cuomo last Thursday announced his intent
to sue Vantage Properties, a major New York City land-
lord, to stop it from harassing tenants in rent-regulated
apartments and to obtain monetary damages for ten-
ants who have been victimized. The Attorney General
has sent Vantage a five day notice letter, as required
by statute, notifying the company of his intent to com-
mence litigation against them.
Since March 2006, Vantage has
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“Landlords who illegally harass tenants to boost their
bottom line do great harm to the fabric of this City,” said
Attorney General Cuomo. “Their underhanded tactics
displace long-time residents from their homes and exac-
erbate the acute affordable housing shortage. My office
is committed to the preservation of affordable housing.
We will continue to enforce the laws intended to protect
tenants and bring unscrupulous landlords to justice.”
After purchasing a building, Vantage tries to evict some
tenants by falsely claiming that they do not primarily live
in their apartments or that they have failed to pay rent.
Vantage’s actions are often based on information that
is incorrect or information that Vantage should know
is false. In some cases, Vantage refuses to cash rent
payments from tenants, and then begins Housing Court
eviction proceedings based on nonpayment of rent.
Vantage’s actual business plans refer to their strategy
of removing tenants from rent-regulated apartments as
the company’s “Golub program.” A Golub notice is a
notice of intent not to renew a lease combined with a
notice to terminate tenancy. Vantage makes specific
targets for each building to determine how many resi-
dents they needed to remove to increase their profits.
For example, Vantage’s 2008 business plan for a group
of residential apartment buildings in the Washington
Heights neighborhood of Manhattan states, “Our goal
for fiscal year 2008 is to generate unit turnover through
active management of the Golub program and other le-
gal efforts… Our legal efforts are starting to bear fruit
and rent prices continue to exceed plan, all contributing
to what should be a strong year to come.”
Under New York City law, it is unlawful for a landlord
or property owner to harass tenants. Specifically, land-
lords cannot interfere with or disturb the privacy, com-
fort, peace, or repose of quiet enjoyment of the tenant
in his or her use or occupancy of the housing accom-
modation, or engage in harassing conduct intended to
cause the tenant to vacate such housing accommoda-
tion.
Benjamin Dulchin, Executive Director of the As-
sociation of Neighborhood Housing Development,
said, “Tenants and affordable housing across New York
City are threatened as private-equity backed develop-
ers are purchasing a significant percentage of afford-
able, rent-regulated apartments. The Wall Street type
level of competition and profit seeking of private equity
financing is causing an epidemic of tenant harassment.
Vantage and their financers are jeopardizing economic
diversity and long-term stability of our neighborhoods.
The Attorney General’s commencement of an enforce-
ment action against Vantage puts landlords and their
investors on notice that tenant harassment is against
the law and violators will be sought out and brought to
justice.”
This legal action is part of Attorney General Cuomo’s
ongoing efforts to enforce laws that promote access
to affordable housing for low and middle income New
Yorkers. In June 2009, the Attorney General took legal
action against Amerimod, a leading New York foreclo-
sure rescue company, for charging illegal up-front fees
and engaging in consumer fraud. In January 2009, the
Attorney General reached a groundbreaking settlement
over discriminatory practices, in which two mortgage
brokerage companies – HCI Mortgage and Consumer
One Mortgage – agreed to collectively pay $665,000 in
restitution to approximately 455 Black and Latino bor-
rowers who were illegally charged higher fees than
similarly-situated White borrowers. At the time it was
the first law enforcement action of its kind in New York
State. In 2007, the Attorney General secured $1 million
in restitution to approximately 270 Black and Latino bor-
rowers who experienced discriminatory lending practic-
es by GreenPoint Mortgage. The case is being handled
by Assistant Attorney General Brooke Davis under the
supervision of Civil Rights Bureau Chief Alphonso B.
David and Counsel for Civil Rights Spencer Freedman.
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VOLUME XXXV, NUMBER 3
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VOLUME XXXV, NUMBER 3
Resources and Notices
This area highlights available resources and funding opportunities for non-profit organizations.
GRANTS
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ACCEPTING UNTIL FEB 10
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DHCR ANNOUNCES FUNDS AVAILABILITY
DHCR has announced the availability of $29 million in state and
federal tax credits and $63 million in funding anticipated to be
awarded next year. These resources will help to preserve, de-
velop and create affordable housing opportunities for low and
moderate-income residents and persons with special needs.
APPLICATION DUE FEBRUARY 10.
APPLY HERE
or click this link: http://www.dhcr.state.ny.us/PressRoom/news091109.htm
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ACCEPTING UNTIL FEB 18
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TENANCY PRESERVATION LEGAL SERVICES
The NYC Department of Homeless Service is seeking appro-
priately qualified legal services provider(s) to provide “Tenancy
Preservation Legal Services” to assist in fulfilling its mission to
prevent homelessness and shelter entry. The services required
are to provide an array of legal and related services to help en-
sure that low income families facing eviction or other potential
loss of housing remain housed to avoid becoming homeless and
entering shelter.
APPLICATION DUE FEBRUARY 18.
APPLY HERE or visit www.nyc.gov/cityrecord by Feb 4, 2010,
VIEW RFP or click this link: http://a856-internet.nyc.gov/NYCVendorOnline/ven-
dorsearch/BidDocuments/2/Tenancy_RFP-011110.pdf
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ACCEPTING UNTIL FEB 22
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VETERANS BUSINESS OUTREACH CENTER PROGRAM
he U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has issued a pro-
gram announcement to issue $150,000 in Federal cooperative
agreement awards to eligible nonprofit & State and Local gov-
ernment organizations to conduct Veteran’s Business Outreach
Center (VBOC) projects. The  projects are to provide outreach,
assessment, long and short-term business training, counsel-
ing, directed referring, electronic or on-line assistance and other
technical assistance services to veteran, service disabled vet-
eran and US Military Reserve Component business owners and
entrepreneurs, including discharging service members eligible
for participation in the DOD/DOL Transition Assistance Program.
The project period is a 5-year term consisting of one base year
funding with four option years.
APPLICATION DUE FEBRUARY 22, 2010
APPLY HERE or click this link: http://www.sba.gov/idc/groups/public/documents/
sba_program_office/ovbd_vboc_prgm_announce2010.pdf
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ACCEPTING UNTIL FEB 26
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NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETY AND REVITAIZATION
MetLife Foundation is accepting applications for Community-
Police Partnership Awards Program. Grants of up to $25,000
will be awarded to community organizations or development cor-
porations, and police/sheriff’s departments, working to promote
neighborhood safety and revitalization.
APPLICATION DUE: FEBRUARY 26, 2010
APPLY HERE
or click this link http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=281900009
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ACCEPTING UNTIL MAR 15
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NEA MAYORS’ INSTITUTE ON CITY DESIGN
25TH ANNIVERSARY STATEMENT OF INTEREST
The Arts Endowment is announcing the NEA Mayors’ Institute on
City Design 25th Anniversary Initiative which will award a limited
number of grants, ranging from $25,000 to $250,000, to show-
case and celebrate the goals of the MICD during its anniversary
 in 2011. MICD mayors know that the arts and culture contribute
greatly as core components in building livable and sustainable
communities. They have discovered that the art of place-making
contributes to their communities’ economic and cultural vitality.
MICD mayors also know first-hand that through design and in-
volvement with the arts and cultural activities, citizens engage
in a celebration of place and make their communities dynamic
places to live and work.
APPLICATION DUE MARCH 15, 2010
APPLY HERE
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Job Listings
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Place your want ads
in our job listings for FREE.
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VOLUME XXXV, NUMBER 3

NOTICES A community
Governor’s ‘Budget of Necessity’ Cuts Spending,
Maintains Commitment to Affordable Housing bank at heart.
Governor David A. Paterson has proposed “a budget of ne-
cessity,” designed to help the state recover from a crippling
economic downturn and record level deficits. The reforms and
spending reductions proposed in the Executive Budget will
close a shortfall projected to exceed $7 billion.

The proposal reduces State agency operations costs  by more

than $1 billion, in part through mergers and shared services
identified by the Governor Paterson’s Office of Taxpayer Ac-
countability.

“There are no more easy answers,” the Governor said, “We

cannot keep spending money that we do not have. Significant
spending reductions are necessary if we want to emerge from
this crisis and build a strong fiscal and economic recovery. To-
gether, through shared sacrifice, we will move forward toward
a more hopeful and optimistic future for New York.”

DHCR’s Acting Commissioner, Brian Lawlor said “The Gov-

ernor’s budget reflects his continuing support for the creation
and preservation of affordable housing, but in order to success-
fully confront the State’s economic situation,  New York State’s
housing agencies must work with their public and private sec-
tor partners  to  develop and implement streamlining strategies
that result in direct cost savings for the State and its partners in
the housing community.”

Lawlor noted that DHCR and nyhomes “have been working

together successfully over the last three years to reduce ad-
ministrative costs and red tape. We are well-positioned to lead M&T Bank has a long tradition of being
an effort to develop and implement the Governor’s initiative  to
create a single management structure for DHCR and nyhomes involved in the cities, towns and neighborhoods
to reduce costs of  program delivery while maintaining  his com- in which we operate. As a community bank,
mitment to preserving and increasing the supply of affordable
housing for New York’s families and seniors. The work we have we understand that the well-being of our
done over the last few years to make our agencies more effec- company is connected to the well-being of the
tive and efficient will  enable us respond to the economic chal-
lenges we are facing today and emerge stronger in the future.” communities we serve. We offer both our time
Budget documents can be found at: Division of Budget website: and our resources to make our communities
or click this link http://publications.budget.state.ny.us/eBudget1011/ExecutiveBudget.html better places to live, work and grow.

Harlem! A Salon Series See the difference our personal, local and long-
term commitment can make. After all, we live
This is a reminder that the Abyssinian Development Corpo- here too. Call us today at 212-350-2523, or
ration will host the Harlem! A Salon Series on February 3,
2010, at 6:30 at the Dwyer Cultural Center.  If you have al- visit us at www.mtb.com.
ready RSVPed, we have included your name on the guest
list and there is no need to reply again.  If you do want to
attend the event and have not yet RSVPed, please do so by
replying to this email and we will also add your name to the
guest list. Thanks!

The New York Times featured an article describing the Har-

lem of today; the importance of ADC’s mission to preserve
and build quality affordable housing is exemplified by the
situation described in the article. www.mtb.com © 2008 M&T Bank. Member FDIC.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/06/nyregion/06harlem.html
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VOLUME XXXV, NUMBER 3

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VOLUME XXXV, NUMBER 3
Job Listings
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SITE SUPERVISOR
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Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation is seeking to hire a
Site Supervisor for its NYC Justice Corps program.
SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise off-site com-
munity projects (i.e., neighborhood development, landscaping,
construction, green projects, etc.) in collaboration with commu-
nity partners. Ensure that all services are delivered in compli-
ance with agency standards and contractual requirements and
maintaining professional ethics, boundaries and client confiden-
tiality at all times. Actively participate in outreach and recruit-
ment for the program.
QUALIFICATIONS: Professional experience in Landscaping,
Construction, Maintenance, Carpentry, Installation, Masonry
etc. a plus but not required. Must have a commitment to work
from a strength based and/or youth development perspective,
particularly with youth formerly incarcerated. Ability to manage
a group/crew of 15 youth (young adults)
Please fax or email cover letter, resume, and three referenc-
es-two professional and one long-term personal references to
Judith Anglin, Personal Director at 718-857-5984 or janglin@
restorationplaza.org.
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EXEC. SVP OF OPERATIONS
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Mount Hope Housing is looking to hire a Senior Vice President
of Operations. The Senior Vice President of Operations reports
to the President and CEO and is responsible for oversight of all
aspects of management operations and program development.
QUALIFICATIONS: strong management skills; Proven ability
to understand complex financial transactions; Excellent written
and verbal communication skills; MBA/Advanced Degree re-
quired; 7-10 years of executive experience; Salary commensu-
rate with experience.
CONTACT: Tamia_Oneal@mounthopehousing.org
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HOMEOWNERSHIP/
FORECLOSURE COUNSELOR
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Bridge Street Development Corporation (BSDC) an innova-
tive Brooklyn based not-for-profit is seeking a highly motivated
individual to fill the position of Homeownership/ Foreclosure
Counselor. Responsibilities: Provide individual counseling
to prospective homebuyers from the application through con-
tract signing. Provide counseling to individuals facing foreclo-
sure. Develop and coordinate educational workshops. Market
BSDC’s counseling services and educational programs. Pre-
qualify applications for competitive mortgage products. Market
BSDC’s available properties.
QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate should possess
a minimum of two years demonstrated experience in hom-
eownership/foreclosure counseling, computer literate with MS
office products and Counselor Max. The candidate must have
excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to
multi-task and work effectively as a member of a team. Bach-
elor’s degree preferred.
E-mail cover letter and resume to: yvigiliance@bsdcorp.org.
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CONGREGATIONAL
ORGANIZING DIRECTOR
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Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition is looking to
hire a Director of Congregational Organizing.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Recruit and organize local congregations, and
occasionally community organizations, universities, or tenant asso-
ciations; Coordinate and grow the Clergy Caucus, a body of clergy
from a dozen denominations devoted to building relationships and
joining together for interfaith celebrations and actions on issues of
concern; Supervise 1-2 community organizers and support congre-
gational organizing in NWBCCC overall; Develop leadership within
congregations through Listening Campaigns and the formation of
“Faith in Action” committees; Transition leaders from congregational
leadership into the core leadership base of the NWBCCC; Orga-
nize campaigns on the issues that emerge from these institutions,
such as neighborhood safety, housing, and jobs; Provide leadership
trainings on organizing and political education, as well as organizing
Know Your Rights workshops in institution; Assist with grant devel-
opment to current & potential funders through writing reports, main-
taining funder relationships, and helping recruit new funders; Assist
with fundraising through membership dues and special events;
Maintain clear files about congregational organizing and update
database regularly. Must attend weekly staff meetings and submit
weekly reflections.
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum 2 years experience in organizing, ac-
tivism, or related field; Prefer candidate with experience organizing
faith communities; Commitment to social justice and community
organizing as an approach to social change; Flexibility and strong
interest in working as part of a team with staff and leaders; Spanish
language skills desired but not mandatory; Ability to work occasional
weekends and weeknights.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Please submit resumes by email to Co-Executive Director Laura
Vazquez (Laura@northwestbronx.org) and Director of Congre-
gational Organizing Abby Bellows (Abby@northwestbronx.org).
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SR. PROJECT MANAGER
AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEV.
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West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing seeks
a Senior Project Manager for Housing Development. Respon-
sibilities: Oversight of ongoing housing development activities
which shall include activities such as: identifying sites, devel-
oping project budgets and securing necessary project funding,
managing projects during construction, and coordinating activi-
ties of all internal and external team members to ensure that
projects are delivered on time and on budget.
Qualifications: The successful applicant will have demonstra-
ble skills in financial analysis, demonstrable real-estate related
project management experience (in particular, management of
projects while “in-construction”), and experience utilizing New
York City, New York State, and federal programs for subsidized
housing. Candidate should understand and be comfortable with
grant, equity, and debt structures – including bond and commer-
cial credit transactions. The ability to juggle multiple priorities
and maintain an attention to detail is paramount, as is the ability
to manage workload with minimal oversight. The ideal candi-
date will be creative and motivated, with the capacity to develop
a long-range “vision” for existing and potential projects.
Salary: commensurate with experience.
Interested applicants should email housingdevjobs@wsfssh.
org to request a full job description explaining application re-
quirements. Please do not contact the office by phone or fax.
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FAMILY SPECIALIST
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Jericho Project is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic in-
dividual to join its team as a full-time Family Specialist for our
Scatter-site Housing Program for episodic homeless families.  laboration with NMIC’s Community Organizing Department to
Our Family Specialist will provide case management, service
coordination and network with landlords to provide safe afford-
able housing for up to 10 families in the program.
REQUIREMENTS: Qualified candidates will have a Masters in
Social Work, and the ability to provide case management to par-
ents and children who have experienced homelessness.
The location of this position is the Bronx. The candidate will re-
port to the Director of Special Programs and work Full Time,
some evenings and weekends.
Responsibilities Include:
Salary is commensurate with experience.  Jericho Project offers
a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance,
dental insurance, retirement plan, and four weeks paid vacation.
Contact: ashley.lahoud@gmail.com
FACILITATED ENROLLER
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Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC), a social
service community-based organization in Washington Heights/
Inwood is seeking a full-time Facilitated Enroller who will be re-
sponsible for enrolling families and children in health insurance.
Duties include: conducting preliminary assessments to deter-
mine eligibility for health insurance, completing health insur-
ance applications and submitting all pertinent supporting docu-
mentation to funding source, utilizing trade-specific software to
store data, conduct outreach to promote the program   Conduct
outreach to promote the program and complete outreach effort
reports. Attend trainings and meetings as scheduled. Refer cli-
ents to internal NMIC services and outside CBOs.
Successful applicants should possess a Bachelor’s Degree or
equivalent education and three to five years relative experience
with an extensive knowledge of entitlements and health insur-
ance.  Be able to exhibit knowledge of community resources.
Computer literacy is necessary for this position.  Ability to com-
municate effectively with clients and community groups in both
English and Spanish is required. 
To apply, send resume/cover (with position in subject line) to
NMIC, Human Resources Director, 76 Wadsworth Avenue, NY,
NY 10033 or employment@nmic.org or fax to (212) 928-4180.
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EMPLOY/BENEFIT COUNSELOR
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Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC), is seek-
ing a full-time Employment and Benefits Counselor who will
be responsible for completing  benefits eligibility assessments
and provide employment counseling.   Duties include: Provide
community residents with benefits counseling and enrollment
in benefits programs. Provide advocacy to ensure that client
obtains benefits. Conduct educational, vocation and employ-
ment screening and develop an employment plan. Work in col-
promote services, attend tenant meetings and board meetings
of tenant-controlled buildings.  Attend trainings and meetings as
scheduled. Refer clients to internal NMIC services and outside
CBOs.
Successful applicants should possess a Master’s Degree and
three to five years relative experience with an extensive knowl-
edge of entitlements and be able to exhibit knowledge of com-
munity resources. Computer literacy is necessary for this posi-
tion.  Must be able to work a minimum of two (2) nights weekly. 
Must be able to work independently, be results oriented and
organized with an attention to detail.  Ability to communicate ef-
fectively with clients and community groups in both English and
Spanish is REQUIRED. 
To apply, send resume/cover (with position in subject line) to
NMIC, Human Resources Director, 76 Wadsworth Avenue, NY,
NY 10033 or employment@nmic.org or fax to (212) 928-4180.
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