Program Assistant / Програмний/а асистент/ка

Who We Are

IREX is a global development and education organization. We strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world—where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people, and communities thrive. With a projected annual portfolio of more than $150 million and more than 750 staff worldwide, we work with partners in more than 100 countries in four areas essential to progress: cultivating leaders, empowering youth, strengthening institutions, and increasing access to quality education and information.

Learn to Discern in Education (L2D-Ed) is implemented by IREX with the support of the US Embassy in Ukraine and in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine, and the Academy of Ukrainian Press.  

L2D-Ed aims to strengthen Ukrainian teachers’ and students’ resilience to disinformation and manipulation by enhancing their critical information engagement skills, and to create demand for high-quality information in the Ukrainian secondary education system at large. The project involves developing and training teachers with educational media literacy materials, conducting research, and delivering training for other target audiences (university professors, civil servants, representatives of local governments, etc.).  

The Synthetic Media Literacy to Digital Safety (SML2DS) program aims to combat manipulative information, divisive narratives, and distortion tactics by training Ukrainian secondary-school teachers, students, caregivers, and education stakeholders to become more discerning and skeptical of synthetic content from malign actors. Synthetic media – media content that is fully or partially generated or modified using Artificial Intelligence (AI) – yields unique challenges and opportunities in the information space. 

IREX is looking for a Program Assistant who will support the daily operations of the L2D-Ed and SML2DS programs in the areas of administration, compliance, stakeholder communication, research, internal and external report preparation, and logistics management for travel and/or events. The Program Assistant will join the L2D-ED team and contribute to the program’s financial management, monitoring, logistics support, and implementation of program initiatives.

We are doers. Our decades of on-the-ground experience help us create greater impact, practical recommendations, and lasting partnerships.

Are you the next member of our team?

Your Background & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or is currently pursuing one in political science, public policy, international development, or a related field.
• 1+ years of work experience, which may include part-time roles, internships, etc.
• Interest or experience in media and information literacy preferred.
• Understanding of global challenges related to media and information literacy and/or experience in media content creation and consumption will be a plus.
• Experience in research with the ability to communicate findings effectively.
• Experience with subgrants or implementation partners will be a plus.
• Very good command of written and spoken English and Ukrainian is required.
• Proven ability to manage multiple administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Ownership mentality in handling assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrated capability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Consistency and flexibility in approach.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Familiarity with digital collaboration and communication platforms.
• You must have unrestricted authorization to work in Ukraine.

Your Daily Tasks

• Support L2D-Ed and SML2DS programs and closely collaborate with team members.
• Contribute under supervision to program monitoring, evaluation, and learning.
• Provide logistical support for program needs, including event planning, travel arrangements, and scheduling meetings.
• Support the necessity and procedure of using the storage with project materials.
• Assist in drafting and editing written communications, such as emails, internal and external memos, and program reports.
• Draft correspondence with stakeholders, seeking guidance and/or approval as needed before engagement.
• Provide Web-based research assistance for projects and publications.
• Schedule meetings among team members and prepare agendas and communication materials for events as requested.
• Update internal databases for contracts monitoring.
• Review expense reports.
• Perform financial administration tasks and payment processes accurately.
• Develop and maintain contracts and consulting agreements in accordance with IREX and USG standards.
• Support Procurement process and manage vendor databases.
• Provide support to monitoring and evaluation activities, data collection, and reporting.
• Fulfill and organize the databases of participants.
• Demonstrate flexibility and proactivity in completing assigned tasks.
• Seek and integrate feedback into daily performance.
• Other support duties as needed.

We conduct background checks on all successful candidates.

This position is not eligible for Immigration Sponsorship.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

Please visit to apply:

Program Assistant, Information and Media Practice (NEW) | IREX Job Board (ultipro.com)