Вакансія: Program Assistant

Location: Ukraine/Kyiv

Group/Practice/Unit: Communities and Governance

Who We Are 

At IREX we strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world—where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people and communities thrive. 

But around the globe, persistent poverty, repression, and injustice prevent too many people form achieving their full potential.  To address these problems, we focus on people, not on vaccines, roads, or wells. We support individuals and institutions to create change in their own communities—and to create person to person bridges between nations. 

IREX works 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. 

The IREX office in Ukraine is seeking a qualified professional to fill the position of Program Assistant for its United Voices in Action (VIA) program. The Program Assistant  will work closely with the Program Officers to support strengthening resiliency and dispute resolution skills in IDPs and host community members as well as strengthen the advocacy abilities of IDPs and training receiving community members to reduce IDP vulnerability and promote social cohesion.  

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

• Minimum of two years of experience, preferably in the NGO sector and on technical assistance projects
• Bachelor’s degree
• Good knowledge of English
• Strong intercultural and communications skills
• Skilled at handling multiple tasks and able to maintain a calm, friendly demeanor under stressful situations
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications
• Ability to travel (if possible and according to IREX safety policy and the public health situation in Ukraine) 

Your Daily Tasks

• Assist the Program Officers with activities that fall under Conflict Resolutions and Advocacy Objectives;
• Support the adaptation of existing curriculums and interactive training techniques;
• Provide programmatic, financial, administrative, and logistical support to ensure smooth implementation of the program;
• Support effective collaboration with program partners, stakeholders, experts, trainers, program regional coordinators, and key stakeholders;
• Assist in the organization of program events, including trainings, meetings, and workshops;
• Communicate with suppliers and other subcontractors;
• Draft program-related documents, financial payments, reports, and success stories;
• Provide support to monitoring and evaluation activities, data collection, and reporting;
• Assist program staff as needed and provide general support to staff including photocopying, filing, note-taking, and other relevant duties;
• Translate program-related documents (English, Ukrainian);
• Travel throughout Ukraine to attend program events and meetings; (if possible and according to IREX safety policy and the public health situation in Ukraine);
• Assist with writing reports and monthly plans;
• Assist in the coordination of training events, including designing materials, managing project deadlines, and ensuring compliance with the budget;
• Other duties as assigned.

TO APPLY 

Please send your cover letter and resume as an attachment in an email with “Program Assistant – VIA” in the subject line to [email protected]. Only complete applications will be considered. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. Application Deadline: October 23, 2022. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.  

IREX conducts anti- terrorism database clearances on candidates who accept employment offers. IREX is also an E-Verify Employer.   

IREX is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and inclusive hiring practice. IREX is an equal opportunity employer.