Position Title: Program Assistant, Global Connections
Job ID : 14087
Location : US-DC-Washington
Organisation: FHI 360
Job Sector : Civil Society & Peace Building
Background Information:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to
improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven
solutions.
Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition,
Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and
Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's
interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all
50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories.We are currently seeking qualified candidates
for the position of Program Assistant, Global Connectionsin Washington, DC.
Additional Responsibilities:
The Global Connections team designs and implements academic, professional,
cultural, and youth exchange programs for students and emerging leaders around
the world. We are seeking a Program Assistant to specifically support the
International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
Launched in 1940 by the U.S. Department of State, IVLP seeks to build
mutual understanding between the United States and other nations through
carefully designed professional visits to the United States for emerging
foreign leaders in government, politics, the media, education, the arts,
business and other key fields. This person will provide administrative support
to program officers and senior program associates working on International
Visitor Leadership projects and other exchange programs.
Essential Job Functions:
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Make logistical arrangements for
groups of international visitors to the United States, including travel,
hotels, ground transportation, catering, and coordination with local sponsors;
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Assist in the development and
monitoring of project budgets;
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process and track project
expenditures;
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produce financial documents;
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Produce project materials,
including but not limited to arrival packets, name badges and administrative
documents;
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Maintain project files and
database and provide general project support;
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Brief interpreters and
international participants on administrative procedures and logistical
arrangements pertaining to projects;
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Perform other duties, as assigned
Qualifications:
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Associate degree required,
bachelor's degree preferred; a minimum of 1 year of work experience in office
setting.
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Proven organizational skills and
ability to manage multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy; ability to
work independently and as a team member, take initiative, meet deadlines, and
be flexible.
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Strong computer skills including
use of databases and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel Strong oral and
written communication skills; demonstrated professionalism in written
correspondence.
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Demonstrated strong interpersonal
and cross-cultural communication skills
How to Apply:
If you are qualified and interested in discussing this engagement in more
detail,
please submit your resume in confidence to the website on the link below:
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is
committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age,
disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or
activities.
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