Deputy Chief of Party – Tajikistan Stability Enhancement Program (TSEP)

Organization:  Mercy Corps

Website:  Mercy Corps

Title:  Deputy Chief of Party

Location:  Shaartuz, Tajikistan

Compensation: Not Listed

Description:
In collaboration with the Chief of Party, the Deputy Chief of Party is responsible for the administration, fiscal management, and grant management of the USAID-funded Tajikistan Stability Enhancement Program (TSEP.) TSEP includes conflict mitigation, economic development and social revitalization activities to address the causes of instability in Tajikistan, assuring quality, impact and cost effectiveness of the project. The Deputy Chief of Party will work with the Chief of Party to develop program strategy and ensure that it continues to meet USAID requirements and standards. The Deputy Chief of Party will directly manage local project staff and will work closely with them to ensure timely, quality and coordinated implementation of activities. The level of oversight will require substantial travel to field sites. The position will also be responsible for some donor communication, including submission of narrative reports as required.

Qualifications:
• MA or equivalent in a social science, international studies or management, or related field, and three years of field experience in international relief and development programs.
• Three years or more of practical experience in community-based programming, capacity building and civil society development.
• An understanding of the potential underlying causes of conflict, and an ability to be able to recognize and monitor conflict. Experience with conflict analysis or conflict mitigation programming preferred.
• Prior experience with USAID and/or other bilateral funding agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a social entrepreneur and proven success with building, managing and leading a team of professionals and the ability to function as a team player among peers.
• Successful and proven negotiation, communication, organization, and prioritization skills and experience.
• Experience in Central Asia and/or the former Soviet Union, with a demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity to people and issues of the region.
• The ability and desire to grow individually and professionally.
• Fluency in English required.  Russian or Tajik, or other regional language skills preferred.

To Apply: Apply here


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Intern: Russia and the North Caucasus

Organization: Freedom House

Website: FH

Title: Intern

Location: Washington, DC

Compensation: Not Listed

Description:

Our Washington, DC, office currently seeks an Intern to assist with developing activities pertaining to Russia and the North Caucasus.

Majority of work will deal with the Russian North Caucasus region and human rights issues. The intern will be responsible for researching and keeping abreast of current news and events in Russia and the North Caucasus and updating the American Committee for Peace in the Caucasus website (www.peaceinthecaucasus.org) accordingly. In addition, the intern will provide support to the project staff by assisting with program development, research, and daily administrative duties as assigned. Occasionally, work related to Eastern and Central Europe will be required as well.

Qualifications:

• Interest in and knowledge of political developments in Russia and the North Caucasus, and human rights issues in particular.
• Advanced level of proficiency in written Russian.
• Native speaking proficiency in English.
• Ability to research and use good judgment in information dissemination.
• Readiness to learn and work with Dreamweaver software a plus.
• College degree or graduate student with research experience.

To Apply:

Please send cover letter and resume by email or fax to:

 

Lorena Castro

Human Resources Recruiter

humanresources@freedomhouse.org

Fax: (202) 822-3893

Applications will be accepted until positions is filled. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume. If any candidate does not have all required information, he or she will not be considered. Candidates are also requested to state where they viewed the job advertisement in their applications.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be notified. No phone calls, please.

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Study Abroad Advisor, Northern/Central/Eastern Europe (Sweden, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Russia)

Organization:  CIEE

Website:   CIEE

Title: Study Abroad Advisor

Location: Portland, ME

Compensation: Not Listed

Description:
The Study Abroad Advisor (SAA), based in the CIEE Portland office, has primary responsibilities for students between the point of application and the point of departure on the program. The SAA is responsible for the review and acceptance of applicants, tracking and collection of supplementary application and pre-departure materials, efficiency in processing student applications, customer service to applicants, parents and study abroad advisors and maintaining the integrity of participant data in the database system. The SAA also oversees the creation of participant pre-departure materials, including visa instructions, as well as their collection and dispersal to the appropriate staff people. In addition, the SAA is responsible for contributing to strategic student and campus outreach efforts to grow student participation in CIEE study abroad programs.

Qualifications:

• Education - Bachelors degree required.
• Work Experience – 3-4 years of work experience in a customer service oriented field. Demonstrated interest in education abroad or higher education is preferred.
• Experience Abroad - Personal study or living abroad experience is required. Experience living or studying in Northern/Central/Eastern Europe is strongly preferred.
• Foreign Language Experience – proficiency in Russian, Czech, Polish or Hungarian is preferred.
• Customer Service - Must have strong service skills and the ability to resolve issues fairly and expediently. Must be able to exude empathy and control over the phone and in email.
• Time Management - Must have the ability to plan for and manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously and on tight deadlines.
• Administration - Must have strong organizational and administrative skills and extreme attention to detail.
• Interpersonal - Must be a team player and self starter able to exercise sound judgment to handle a variety issues.
• Communication - Must be able to communicate clearly and succinctly with various audiences.
• Travel - Must be willing and able to travel regularly in support of program outreach efforts. Travel will be approximately 15% of year.
• Technology - Must have solid experience working with Microsoft Office Programs including Word, Excel and Outlook. Must know how to set up mail merges and how to format spreadsheets and documents. Must be comfortable with learning new databases and technology.
• Flexibility – Must have a high tolerance for ambiguity and the flexibility necessary to respond quickly and appropriately to changing circumstances and priorities 

To Apply:
Interested candidates please email a cover letter and resume to cieeresume@ciee.org. Please put “Study Abroad Advisor – Northern/Central/Eastern Europe” in the subject line. We will contact those candidates we would like to meet with to further discuss this exciting opportunity. No phone calls please.
 


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Federal Govt: Administrative Assistant

Organization:Department of Commerce - International Trade Administration

Website: DoC

Title:Administrative Assistant

Location:Washington, DC

Compensation: $42,209 - $60,765, plus federal benefits

Description:
This position is located in the Office of Europe, Market Access & Compliance, International Trade Administration. The incumbent will serve as the administrative assistant with responsibilities for upporting the DAS for Europe and working with support staff in the Offices of European Country Affairs; EU; and Russian, Ukraine and Eurasia to ensure that the organization administrative needs are managed in a timely manner.

The incumbent will review and edit all documents requiring the Deputy Assistant Secretary(DAS) of Europe's signature. He/She will also coordinate all tasking in the front office; conducting the DAS' daily calendar; oversee all trip planning and preparations; conducting research on topical issues related to the DAS' agenda; assist in the drafting of DAS speeches and other forms of correspondences; help organize and foreign chambers of commerce to raise awareness of EUR office's efforts; assist in monitoring EUR office case work performance. The incumbent will provide guidance and instructions to subordinate offices on preparation of correspondence, reporting, requirements, or other administrative procedures.

Qualifications: You must possess 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level or equivalent band with difficulty and responsibility that has equipped you with the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.

For the GS-7: On year of specialized experience at the GS-6 or equivalent band is defined as experience coordinating international projects; reviewing, and editing various documents related to international trade; coordinating schedules; and making travel arrangements.

For the GS-8: On year of specialized experience at the GS-7 or equivalent band is defined as experience organizing and coordinating international projects; writing, reviewing, and editing various documents related to international trade; coordinating senior level managements schedules; and making foreign travel arrangements.

Best qualified candidates will possess the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Ability to effectively write, review and edit various documents and conduct research on topical issues.
2. Ability to effectively manage and coordinate schedules for senior level officials and organize their travel arrangements.
3. Ability to perform data gathering, assembly, interpretation and associated work.

To Apply: Apply Here


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Program Officer (Armenia) - Civil Society

Organization: Counterpart International 

Website: Counterpart

Title: Program Officer (Armenia) - Civil Society

Location: Arlington, VA

Compensation: Not Listed

Description:

Working from Counterpart’s US headquarters, the Program Officer (PO) for Armenia will provide backstopping and assist in the oversight of program implementation, as well as provide strategic and technical assistance to necessary to achieve all program objectives. The PO will support and report directly to the Senior Program Manager (SPM) for Armenia, and will support field staff by providing technical and administrative support. The PO will also be expected to support of new business development as needed. The PO will serve as a key member of the Civil Society Division’s Armenia Country Support Team.

Responsibilities:

Maintains regular contact with, and provides general support to field staff under the supervision of the SPM for Armenia:
• Provides primary backstopping to SPM and field team during the launch of new field programs.
• Assist in the administration of ongoing program activities from headquarters.
• Provides primary support on program reports and outreach material, particularly reporting deliverables to donors.
• Closely collaborates with field team, finance and administration, and program staff in conducting proactive financial backstopping and budget tracking.
• Assists with the review of program work plans and performance monitoring and evaluation plans.
• Participates in recruitment of potential candidates for field positions.
• Assists SPM with drafting of scopes of work for consultants; prepares consulting agreements (with Human
• Resources) and reviews consultant reports.
• Compiles, distributes and integrates program best practices, lessons learned, success stories and impacts in other programs and institutionally; liaises with Communications team for program outreach and business development purposes.
• Prepares briefing material/program highlights/reports on civil society in Armenia for interested parties; funders, donors, academic circles, key decision makers and development professions. 
 
Representation
• Conducts research and analysis for knowledge management activities.
• Represents Counterpart at conferences and other events.
• Engages in professional forums, workshops, events related to Armenia and/or technical practices relevant to the country’s program portfolio.
• Develops and maintains working relations within Counterpart (Communications, HR, Administration, Finance, and other program divisions).

Communication
• Prepares and distributes written materials for publicity purposes.
• Promotes programmatic and interpersonal problem solving.
• Supports and develops team building in all work spheres.


Qualifications:
• Masters’ degree in political science, international relations or related field;
• Minimum of 2-3 years of previous work experience preferably in international development, including experience backstopping USAID-funded programs.
• Strong internet and computer software skills, including MS Office Suite programs, and web-based research tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, writing sample required.
• Ability to work in multi-cultural and lingual settings.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure with attention to detail.
• Ability to travel to the Armenia to provide short-term technical and administrative support as needed.
• Strong inter-personal skills.
• English fluency required; Strong language skills in Armenian or Russian strongly preferred.

To Apply: Apply here by December 3, 2010.


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Intern

Organization: Atlantic Council 

Website: Atlantic Council 

Title: Intern

Location: Washington, DC

Compensation: Not paid

Description:
The program seeks well-organized, highly reliable, motivated candidates with excellent writing skills and who thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate initiative. The position is not paid, but candidates gain valuable skills, experience, knowledge, and contacts in the Washington, DC, policy community.
Interns for the Dinu Patriciu Eurasia Center provide important research and logistical support to assist these efforts and support program staff. They work closely with the Program Director, the Director of Programs, the Assistant Director, and Black Sea Energy and Economic Forum staff. Interns are also encouraged to pursue their own research projects and to write and publish their own policy briefs or blog posts.
Duties are not limited to, but will include:

• Conduct research to support the activities of the Director and his deputies.
• Manage program contacts and knowledge.
• Draft correspondence and take notes at Council roundtables and strategy sessions for program archives.
• Handle an array logistical issues for program events and activities.
• Write analytical pieces for publication on the New Atlanticist blog.
• Help draft and edit policy briefs and task force reports. Each intern is responsible for completing all tasks stated above and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least a college senior in good standing, a graduate student or a recent graduate.
• Must demonstrate proven interest in international affairs with an emphasis on trade, economics, energy, or the Eurasia region.
• Must have excellent writing and editing skills.
• Must work well with others and interact professionally with senior figures.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

To Apply:
To be considered for this position, please email a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to: internship@acus.org.
 


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Intern: Central and Eastern Europe

Organization: National Democratic Institute

Website: NDI

Title: Intern: Central and Eastern Europe

Location: Washington, DC

Compensation: Not listed

Description:
The National Democratic Institute’s (NDI) Central and Eastern Europe team is seeking an intern will provide programmatic and administrative support to the regional CEE team by performing the following duties. 
The Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) team of NDI invites all qualified candidates to apply for a full-time paid internship in a dynamic, fast-paced organization that promotes democracy worldwide. The position offers a window into the field of international development work, with challenging opportunities for those wishing to explore a career in the expanding realm of international relations.

Required Skills

• Gather reports from various news sources on the countries of the CEE region;
• Draft cover memos and editing regular field reports, proposals, and other documents as needed;
• Prepare program briefing materials for NDI trainers and Field Representatives;
• Assist with such administrative tasks as faxing, photocopying, and preparing for seminars;
• Research on subjects such as civic education/organizing, NGO development and political party building;
• Attending workshops, lectures and other events within and outside of NDI.

Qualifications:

• Generally pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in international affairs, political science or a related field; recent graduates are also welcome to apply;
• Available full-time (40hrs/week);
• Interest in/knowledge of political issues and/or of Central and Eastern Europe;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Efficiency and organization skills;
• Able to work independently and as part of a group;
• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously;
• Computer knowledge skills, including MS Word, Excel, and the Internet.

 

To Apply: Apply here


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