Monday, July 31, 2023

Warren Buffett's YouTube channel for kids to learn about money and investing

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One of the useful YouTube channels that's useful for kids to learn about money, investing, and building wealth is Warren Buffett's Secret Millionaires Club. 
Warren Buffett is an American business magnate, investor, speaker and philanthropist who serves as the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. 

Buffett is one of the greatest and successful investors of all time. As of 2022, his net worth was $117.7B (according to the wealth-tracking platform, Forbes).

He first bought stock at age 11 and first filed taxes at age 13.

Mr. Buffett gives advice for business and entrepreneurs in investing in stocks, finance, building a successful business. 

In the videos, Warren Buffett voiced his own character.


Special Assistant, People & Culture Team

   
HIAS seeks a Special Assistant, People & Culture Team to provide administrative, logistical, event planning, team analytics and reporting support. They work closely with the members of the People & Culture Team and the Executive Office to support our organizational and team goals, ensuring smooth and positive operations.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
  • Relevant undergraduate degree may be helpful, however applications encouraged from those with relevant professional experience and a desire to grow in this field.
  • 2-3 years of experience working in an administration role, ideally with highly confidential data, using multiple systems and reporting methods.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated capacity to manage and maintain confidential information.
  • Brings energy and ideas for continuous improvement in line with the goals of the organization and the department.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Able to quickly build strong relationships across the organization and collaborate with others in problem-solving and task completion.
  • Spanish or French fluency would be an advantage, as the Special Assistant may be required to review/write translations for accuracy and communicate with colleagues where English may not be their first language.
  • Although frequent travel is not anticipated, the role-holder may be required to travel between Silver Spring and other locations, as necessary.
  • Given the Chief People & Culture Officer’s travel schedule and London work location, there will be the need to attend calls and be available to work outside normal working hours (time-shifting would be expected).
  • In the event of a Board meeting or urgent matter, there may be the occasional need to work at the weekend.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with limited supervision.
  • Ability to properly prioritize work and escalate issues as needed; able to complete work in a timely manner while working on simultaneous tasks.
  • Demonstrated interest in People & Culture matters and best practices essential.
  • Interest in refugee rights, human rights or social justice would be an advantage in this role.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; excellent research skills.
  • Travel, to include travel to insecure operating environments, may be required.
Read more and apply https://hias.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=2620715&&&nohd#job

Development Reporting & Metrics Specialist

   
HIAS seeks a Development Reporting & Metrics Specialist to provide support to the Development Operations team. Reporting to the Development Systems Manager, this role focuses on tracking and reporting data on all private giving, pulling regular quarterly reports for the Strategy & Measurement team and responding to data requests from colleagues in Major Gifts, Jewish Communal Philanthropy, Community Engagement, Institutional Development, Executive Office, lay leadership and the HIAS Foundation. The Development Reporting & Metrics Specialist assists in maintaining data hygiene and ensures that reports are accurate and complete. This role will help drive key initiatives and strategic long-term goals through ad-hoc and scheduled tracking and reporting and will work closely with a wide variety of internal stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
  • 3-5 years of experience in a nonprofit fundraising/development environment.
  • Experience with fundraising data management systems required, particularly Raiser’s Edge/NXT; advanced skills in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
  • Experience with Target Analytics and ResearchPoint a plus.
  • Must be extremely detail-oriented, with excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Travel, to include travel to insecure operating environments, may be required.
Read more and apply at https://hias.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=2621923&&&nohd#job

Director of Public-Private Partnerships

   
Partners of the Americas seeks a Director of Public-Private Partnerships. This role reports directly to Partners’ Director of the 100,000 Strong in the Americas (100K) program and is responsible for leading public and private sector collaboration for the 100K Innovation Fund. In addition, the Director will support other public-private partnerships strategic to the organization.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Grow and diversify Partners’ higher education portfolio, especially with private, foundation, and non-U.S. government partners.
  • Develop and strengthen Partners’ ability to affiliate and work with universities. Develop and strengthen Partners’ ability to work with corporations, and non-U.S. government actors.
  • Champion the impact of Partners’ programs to a diversity of audiences and increase the visibility of the brand in front of private sector, foundation, and government partners.
  • Develop fundraising and outreach strategies in close collaboration with program partners and stakeholders.
  • Raise funds from corporations, foundations, and government agencies. Develop successful concept papers and proposals and successfully cultivate donors to obtain grants and other commitments.
  • Fundraise the necessary annual funding regarding cost share and funds for grant competitions for the 100K Strong in the Americas program.
  • Collaborate on a communications and marketing strategy to ensure a strong website and web presence, to highlight partnerships with key stakeholders, and to attract and cultivate new partners.
  • Serve as the point of contact for all private sector and foundation donors in all matters related to fundraising. Work in close coordination with the operations staff to align donor expectations with reality and set timelines for giving/increased engagement/event participation.
  • Supervise program staff and consultants as appropriate; and
  • Travel to events and other fundraising opportunities will be required.
  • Train Partners’ staff on fundraising techniques.
Qualifications and Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
  • A minimum of six years professional experience in fundraising with a proven track record of success securing funds and managing a diversity of donors.
  • Experience managing U.S. government-funded programs is a plus.
  • Strong cross-cultural/ interpersonal skills and knowledge of Latin America. Ability to interact with stakeholders with cultural sensitivity, fostering a supportive environment in person and in all forms of correspondence.
  • Excellent writing skills.
  • Experience working with stakeholders in higher education, international exchange, and workforce development is a plus.
  • Fluency in Spanish required; excellent oral and written skills in English and Spanish is required; Portuguese and/or French not required but a plus.
  • Strong computer skills including MS Word and Excel.
  • Ability to stick to timelines and meet deadlines consistently.
How to apply

Interested professionals, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected], only finalists will be contacted. No calls.

3 tools to help you check IMEI and avoid buying a blocked or blacklisted phone

   

I have been there several times and learned a valuable lesson. 

I thought I was going to save some money by buying it from Craigslist or OfferUp. I bought a phone listed as unlocked, only to find out later that it was blacklisted, even though I asked almost all the right questions. 

Before buying a phone (or tablet such as an iPad or from any Android manufacturer), check the price, but be careful because these days scammers try to price their items as close to the real price as possible to calm the suspicion that "if it is too good to be true, it probably is."

Ask the seller questions. If they do not like to respond to your questions, stay away too. If they respond, ask for IMEI, carrier, owned or financed, original receipt (and warranty if possible), date of purchase, etc. Check for consistency in the answers. If there's any hint that stories are changing, it's a red flag.

Being proficient in English is not a measure of how reputable a person is. 

Do not buy a store-demo phone or tablet.

Find the nearest carrier store to which the phone is locked and ask if they can assist with checking and validating the authenticity of a phone before buying. Ask the seller to meet at the carrier store. If they refuse, don't buy the phone.

Check the IMEI. Ask the seller to tell you what the IMEI is and why you are asking. If the IMEI doesn't pass as clean, don't buy it. If it passes, let the seller know that you will be performing a factory reset (this may wipe any fake IMEI and return it to its original, and scammers don't like it). 

Ask the carrier to check if the phone is blacklisted, financed, or reported for any issue, including "stolen." Some carriers will not tell you this information as it is personal and may not be legally permitted.

If the carrier is cooperative, ask them to deactivate the IMEI under the seller's account; that way, it prevents the seller from later reporting the phone as stolen and asking for a replacement or claiming insurance, which will cause the IMEI to be blacklisted. 

Meeting the person and inserting a SIM card to try it out is not proof that the phone is in good working condition. It may be blocked later. 

Get IMEI number (if they don't know how to get the IMEI, ask them to dial *#06# on the phone, not the IMEI from the box). Here are some websites you can use to check the IMEI prior to purchasing:

  1. Swappa - https://swappa.com/imei
  2. IMEIPro https://www.imeipro.info/
  3. IMEICheck.net https://imeicheck.net/#imei

Officer, New Business Development USG

   
The New Business Development Officer will coordinate and lead complex proposal efforts across EGPAF’s country-based programs, at the global level, and support selected strategic and long-term initiatives across the New Business Development Team. This role will be instrumental in maintaining and growing EGPAF’s programs. They will support proposal design and management and will directly support growth of EGPAF’s organizational strategy. They will work as a key member of the New Business Development team to track, prepare, and submit concept papers and proposals for US Government (USAID and CDC) funding opportunities.

Title: Officer, New Business Development USG

Department: New Business Development

Location: Washington, DC or Remote

Reports To: Manager, New Business Development

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Sunday, July 30, 2023

Matching Grant Caseworker

   
The Caseworker provides trauma-informed services to refugees and other qualified immigrants to support a positive resettlement experience. The Caseworker works closely with clients on the Matching Grant program, which supports newly arrived clients in achieving self-sufficiency in the United States through early employment. The Caseworker will also work closely and collaboratively with other IRC colleagues and external parties to meet individual client needs and preferences utilizing a broad range of financial, medical, social, vocational, and other services and resources in accordance with client eligibility and Matching Grant program requirements.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: USD 19.00 - 22.60 Hourly

Location: Missoula, MT USA

Read more and apply at https://rescue.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/43503?c=rescue