Program Associate, Europe Regional

Company: (IRI) International Republican Institute
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 20, 2024

Job Description:

Washington DC1225 I St, NWSuite 800Washington, DC 20005, USAEvery employee of IRI is responsible for carrying out the Mission of IRI and demonstrating the Core Values in their day-to-day operations. The Core Values, which are IRI's foundational building blocks include:Excellence - We believe in quality results delivered by investing in people.Freedom - We believe in exploration and experimentation to be agile and responsive.Respect - We believe in trust, empathy and empowering people.Teamwork - We believe in diversity, inclusion and the power of global collaboration.Transparency - We believe in open communication and clear decision-making.Accountability - We believe in personal responsibility as the foundation of success.The Program Associate is the entry level position for program work at IRI and provides administrative and programmatic support for current and developing programs in the Europe region.This is a hybrid role based in Washington, DC.Position Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in political science, international relations or related field.
• 0 to 1 year of experience in international development or related field.
• Excellent writing, research, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills and an interest in project management.
• Demonstrated academic and/or professional experience with the Central and Southeastern Europe preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint required.Primary Functions & Responsibilities:
  • Assist with procurement actions to support project operations and activities, including contracts and payments.
  • Support efforts to monitor project spending and projecting costs.
  • Contribute to quarterly, semi-annual, final and other relevant reports for funders.
  • Assist with the development of program monitoring, evaluation, and learning tools, implementation and analysis.
  • Update program databases and internal trackers.
  • Review and edit weekly highlights from field offices.
  • Compile weekly reports from field offices.
  • Support IRI's communication strategy by updating program summaries and other outreach materials (i.e. blogs, social media posts, etc.).
  • Follow political developments in assigned countries and contribute toward summarizing/analyzing content in quarterly reports and proposals.
  • Participate in program design and strategy brainstorming sessions.
  • Participate in business development, including drafting budgets and contributing to proposal narrative.
  • Provide logistical support for meetings and events.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams and initiatives.
  • Conduct research and analysis to support different programs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.IRI Total CompensationThe anticipated compensation range for this position is $21.3303 to $29.8620 USD.The salary for this position is determined based on a wide variety of factors including but not limited to an individual's professional experience, qualifications, education and other business needs along with internal equity considerations. Employees are not typically hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are made based on the aforementioned considerations.IRI offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, sick and personal) medical/dental/vision insurance, 403(b), and other benefits to eligible US-based employees. Please visit our website to learn more about our benefits offerings.QualificationsSkillsBehaviors:Motivations:EducationRequiredBachelors or better in Political Science or related field.ExperienceRequiredLess than 1 year:Undergraduate degree in political science, international relations or related field. 0 to 1 year of experience in international development or related field. Excellent writing, research, and communication skills. Detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills and an interest in project management.Licenses & CertificationsEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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