International Crisis Group Program Assistant, Latin America and Caribbean

International Crisis Group is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental organization with some 130 staff members on five continents, working through field-based analysis and high-level advocacy to prevent and resolve deadly conflict worldwide. Widely recognized as the world's leading independent, non-partisan source of analysis and advice to governments and intergovernmental bodies on the prevention and resolution of deadly conflict worldwide. Widely recognized as the world's leading independent, non-partisan source of analysis and advice to governments and intergovernmental bodies on the prevention and resolution of deadly conflict , Crisis Group is seeking a Program Assistant for Latin America and the Caribbean.

ROLE:

This temporary, nine-month position will provide administrative support for the Program Director, Latin American and Caribbean.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative: Assist other staff members with financial issues (expense reports, reimbursement claims, credit card statements); Assist with coordinating the translation and distribution of Crisis Group reports, and maintain the computerized distribution list; Assist staff members with appointments and organisation of field and/or advocacy trips; Assist in the organisation of events (report presentation, roundtables); Assist the Operations Manager in coordinating schedules of Crisis Group staff and board members visiting field offices in Latin America and the Caribbean; Other administrative support, as needed.

Research: Conduct background (desk) research for reports; Review Crisis Watch drafts; Organize & maintain electronic archive (press and other documents.

REQUIREMENTS:

1 year of relevant experience; Strong administration skills; Excellent oral and written communication in English and Spanish; Proactive, well organized, and able to work as part of a team as well as independently.

How to apply:

Application Procedure: Applications should be submitted in English and include a CV, cover letter, contact details of at least 3 referees.

Please send applications by email to open.positions@crisisgroup.org , including "Program Assistant, Latin America" in the subject line no later than 3 August 2012. No phone calls please. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.