IREX-Offre d’emploi-Program Assistant (Offre en anglais) عودة إلى الفرص

Deadline to apply:                                          September 15, 2015

About IREX:

IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally.  We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities.  To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, women and youth.

Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $70 million and a staff of over 400 professionals worldwide.  IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally-driven solutions with our partners in more than 125 countries.

Summary of Program:

The Thomas Jefferson Scholarship Program launched in 2013-2014 and is designed to build the workforce capacity of a diverse group of youth leaders from across all regions of Tunisia. The program provides participants with a deeper understanding of American culture and new globally-applicable skills and expertise to help them contribute to the economic growth and development of their country. The Thomas Jefferson Scholarship Program is a program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State and implemented by IREX.

Summary of Position:

IREX seeks a qualified professional to fill the position of Program Assistant (Temporary) for the Thomas Jefferson Program in Tunisia from October – December 2015. The position is based in Tunis, Tunisia with some travel throughout the country. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Answer daily phone calls and emails
• Provide logistics/arrangements support
• Translate program-related documents (English, French, and Arabic);
• Promote the program in the eligible institutions, social media and cultural centers.
• Provide assistance on facilitating and leading outreach and recruiting events
• Meet applicants to explain the programs and give out the needed information
• Provide a full range of administrative program support to the acting country director and the senior program manager;
• Assist with filing systems and copying of materials;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 Profile:

Exhibit understanding, patience, and a positive attitude for working with youth and parents. Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to develop effective working relationship with staff, students and parents.

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; preference for studies in Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing/ Advertising, Business or Public Administration, or similar field;
• Responsible relevant work experience; previous experience working in educational program is preferable.
• Must have proficiency with MS Office suite;
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills are required
• Must have the ability to effectively prepare and present information to various groups.
• The ability to work independently or with others to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision is essential.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Administrative skills
• Experience managing social media
• Strong command of spoken/written English, French and Arabic.

Working from the office is mandatory