Program Assistant, Asia and Global Programs

Organization:

National Endowment Democracy

Location:

United States (Washington, DC)

Website:

www.ned.org

Description:

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED), a Congressionally-funded, private, nonprofit grant-making organization that works to support freedom around the world, is seeking a Program Assistant in its Asia and Global Programs division. The position is based in Washington, D.C.

Position Summary: Provide day-to-day administrative and programmatic support to the assigned region/country program staff.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct administrative support to the Regional Director.
• Maintain the program team calendar.
• Manage the proposal review process, including logging in proposals, scheduling review meetings, and coordinating with other NED departments.
• Track internal deadlines and processes.
• Assist in tracking programmatic and administrative budgets.
• Update program contacts and maintain files.
• Organize occasional events.
• Attend and report on relevant conferences, meetings, and other events.
• Conduct research as required.

Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of major political and social issues in Asia.
• Demonstrated interest in human rights and democracy.
• Field-based experience in Asia – may include study abroad programs.
• Administrative support experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

To Apply:

Applications must include a cover letter, resume, salary history and requirements, and contact information for three references. Please send to jobs@ned.org, with your name and Program Assistant, Asia – Job # 1128 in the subject line. The NED is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit our website at www.ned.org. Please no phone calls.