Program Assistant: Central and Eastern Europe

Organization: National Democratic Institute

Website: NDI

Title: Program Assistant: Central and Eastern Europe

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: Not listed

Description:

The National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI) seeks a Program Assistant to support democracy development programs in Central and Eastern Europe.

• Provide administrative and logistical support to field offices and DC-based program managers, including support for proposal production and work plan formulation;
• Take part in strategic and work plan discussions;
• Maintain communication with field offices and NDI partner organizations overseas;
• Contribute to writing and reporting of various NDI documents specific to the team and/or region, including initial drafts of quarterly and final activity reports, proposals and budgets, annual workplans, and occasional articles for public distribution;
• Monitor political events in assigned countries and provide written and oral updates to senior staff as needed;
• Conduct research on programs;
• Assist in oversight and tracking of program expenses;
• Train and supervise interns.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in International Relations, Political Science or a related field; graduate degree preferred;
• Demonstrated coursework and/or work experience in international development, community organizing, political campaigning, organizational development, legislative affairs or related subject. Experience working in these fields or at a USAID-funded organization preferable;
• Demonstrated interest in, and knowledge of, regional political environment and people;
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of staff, U.S. and foreign government personnel and NGO community;
• Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively present information and respond to questions;
• Strong analysis skills, particularly political analysis, including ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and express the analysis clearly in writing;
• Fluency in oral and written English. Foreign language ability applicable to the region, preferred;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and follow through on multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment; deadline oriented;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs and spreadsheet applications;
• Working knowledge of basic budget and accounting procedures;
• Ability to effectively articulate NDI mission statements and program/project initiatives;
• Ability to apply discretion and maintain confidential information;
• Capacity to work both independently and as a member of a team;
• Ability and willingness to travel to regional locations, which are often remote and difficult to reach;
• Experience living/working/traveling overseas preferred.

To Apply: Apply Here  Tracking Code: 217000-851

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