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We all know that the recent recession had a negative impact on many non profit jobs, but as the economy continues to rebound, the foundations that hand out nonprofit funding are looking for ways to ensure their investments are worthwhile, including strengthening boards.

A recent survey from The Chronicle of Philanthropy found that a majority of people think nonprofit organizations should do more to strengthen their boards, which serve as the backbone of most groups.

Some ideas to strengthen boards include everything from finding more grants and supporting board development to providing foundation-sponsored training and allowing foundation employees to help choose board members.

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There are a number of specialties to choose from if you’re considering oncology jobs (Click here).

Oncologists are doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating patients with cancer. These doctors play an important role in the medical industry and can work in a variety of areas to help patients with all types of cancer.

In order to become an oncologist, you have to complete medical school, pass the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam, and participate in a residency program or fellowship. You can then become certified by the American Board of Medical Specialists.

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There’s a lot of research to be done before deciding on a career. For those considering the many physical therapy jobs Arizona (Click here) has to offer, there are plenty of resources out there to help you decide whether or not this is the right career choice for you.

Onward Healthcare has a great list of 51 Physical Therapy Resources meant to guide job seekers and professionals. The resources are broken down into eight categories, which were voted on by OH staff and physical therapists.

The sites - which range from informational sites and national organizations to blogs and social media sites - will be most useful to physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, travel physical therapists, physical therapy jobs seekers, and physical therapy students.

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A large investment by one of the nation’s top tech companies will support several technology jobs Tempe at the company’s local offices.

Intel Capital recently announced its plans to set up a $300 million Ultrabook Fund, which will be given out to companies over the next three to four years, with the ultimate goal of creating an innovative system for this growing type of technology.

Ultrabook systems will combine the performance and capabilities of older laptop technology with newer tablet features. The technology will offer a highly responsive and secure experience in a thin sleek design at an affordable price.

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Those with Dallas hospitality jobs (http://benchmarkinwestlake.com) are doing a good job at keeping costs low for travelers.

TripAdvisor recently released its yearly TripIndex, which is meant to help travelers pinpoint destinations where they’ll get the best value. The report compares 50 top tourist cities throughout the world, including 15 cities in the U.S.

Dallas is ranked as the second-best destination in the U.S., with a TripIndex of $210. The rankings are based on a projected total cost, which includes one night at a four-star hotel, a core food item, an alcoholic drink, and a taxi ride.

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Those looking for sales jobs in Phoenix (http://lazboyjobs.com) may want to consider searching outside the retail industry.

A recent On Numbers analysis of data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics by The Business Journals found that 44 states and the District of Columbia lost a total of 823,100 retail jobs between 2006 and 2011.

Arizona was ranked 45th in the nation, losing 29,500 jobs over the five year period, a decrease of 9.18 percent. Retail jobs increased in only one of those years. The state had 292,000 retail jobs as of June.

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A new emergency center will increase the number of nursing jobs Phoenix (Click here) has to offer.

Abrazo Health Care is planning to open the new West Valley Emergency Center in Buckeye early next month. The new facility, which will create many healthcare-related employment opportunities, is the area’s first stand-alone emergency center.

The goal of the new center, which will be operated by West Valley Hospital in Goodyear, is to meet the strong demand for emergency care in the West Valley and provide better care to local residents.

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What non for profit jobs are bringing in the highest donations this year?

The Chronicle of Philanthropy recently released a list of organizations that have received grants of $100,000 or more from foundations, companies, and other private sources.

The nonprofits receiving these grants cover a variety of industries and plan to use the money for a wide range of purposes, some of which include hiring.

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Although the city is not among the best in the nation, there are still plenty of marketing jobs in Phoenix to be had.

Forbes and Indeed recently unveiled a list of the top 15 cities for marketing jobs. Unfortunately, Phoenix was not included on that list, but that doesn’t mean Valley companies don’t need marketing professionals.

In fact, several companies in the Phoenix area are hiring for marketing positions, from hotel chain Best Western to online retailer Amazon.com to online reputation site Yelp.

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The merger of two prominent children’s neuroscience programs could eventually raise the number of nursing jobs Phoenix has to offer.

Last month, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center and Phoenix Children’s Hospital announced plans to combine their pediatric neuroscience programs and open the Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

“Our core mission has been to provide the best care for children with neurological disorders,” Neurosurgeon P. David Adelson, MD, who will lead the new institute, said in a statement. “This affiliation is particularly exciting because it immediately elevates the level of pediatric care locally as well as regionally.

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