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Program Assistant, Global Connections in Washington, DC.

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FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Program Assistant, Global Connections in Washington, DC.

Position Description:
 
The Global Connections team designs and implements academic, professional, cultural, and youth exchange programs for students and emerging leaders around the world.  We are seeking a Program Assistant  to specifically support the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).   Launched in 1940 by the U.S. Department of State, IVLP seeks to build mutual understanding between the United States and other nations through carefully designed professional visits to the United States for emerging foreign leaders in government, politics, the media, education, the arts, business and other key fields.    
 
This person will provide administrative support to program officers and senior program associates working on International Visitor Leadership projects and other exchange programs.
 
Essential Job Functions:
 
  • Make logistical arrangements for groups of international visitors to the United States, including travel, hotels, ground transportation, catering, and coordination with local sponsors;
  • Assist in the development and monitoring of project budgets; process and track project expenditures; produce financial documents;
  • Produce project materials, including but not limited to arrival packets, name badges and administrative documents;
  • Maintain project files and database and provide general project support;
  • Brief interpreters and international participants on administrative procedures and logistical arrangements pertaining to projects;
  • Perform other duties, as assigned
 
Minimum Requirements:
 
  • Associate degree required, bachelor's degree preferred; a minimum of 1 year of work experience in office setting.
  • Proven organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy; ability to work independently and as a team member, take initiative, meet deadlines, and be flexible.
  • Strong computer skills including use of databases and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
  • Strong oral and written communication skills; demonstrated professionalism in written correspondence.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills

    FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center atwww.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

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