post:Program Associate - South Africa
Job
from Freedom House
Country: South Africa
City: Johannesburg
Organisation: Freedom House
Job years of experience: 0-3 years
Job type: Job
Closing date: 29 Jun 2013
Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, effective advocacy, and programs that support frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, Nations in Transit, and Countries at the Crossroads. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual to be free.
Position Summary The Program Associate will provide programmatic support including finance, logistical, administrative, research, writing and data analysis assistance to Freedom House Africa programs. This posted is based in Johannesburg, South Africa and reports to the Project Director.
Minimum Qualifications
Some Duties and Responsibilities
How to apply:
Qualified and Interested applicants We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary history and desired salary (only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing 2013-055 PA SA in the subject line. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
EOE M/F/D/V
Job ID: #572505
http://reliefweb.int/job/572505/program-associate-south-africa
Job
from Freedom House
Country: South Africa
City: Johannesburg
Organisation: Freedom House
Job years of experience: 0-3 years
Job type: Job
Closing date: 29 Jun 2013
Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, effective advocacy, and programs that support frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, Nations in Transit, and Countries at the Crossroads. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual to be free.
Position Summary The Program Associate will provide programmatic support including finance, logistical, administrative, research, writing and data analysis assistance to Freedom House Africa programs. This posted is based in Johannesburg, South Africa and reports to the Project Director.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, or related field
- Minimum six months related experience or combination of education, training and experience
- Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
- Strong knowledge of human rights principles and mechanisms, and understanding of democracy promotion
- Mastery with MS Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Demonstrable knowledge of the Africa region
- Ability to accept and complete administrative tasks with a great attitude
- Ability to collaborate with other and work as an effective team member for the success of team
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and meet all goals and deadlines
- Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times
Some Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide research assistance and data analysis for development opportunities in Africa
- Contribute to the preparation of reports, proposals, grants, press releases, and budgets as required
- Assist in financial management, including preparation of draft budgets and requests for funds
- Create, maintain, update and analyze team databases for contacts, vendors and others as assigned
- Assist in developing and producing promotional material on the programs
- Assist with travel plans including flight and hotel research and booking, travel authorization, visa application, etc.
- Organize events and meetings related to Freedom House programs
- Organize program logistics and provide administrative support as necessary
- Other related duties as assigned.
How to apply:
Qualified and Interested applicants We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary history and desired salary (only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing 2013-055 PA SA in the subject line. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
EOE M/F/D/V
Job ID: #572505
http://reliefweb.int/job/572505/program-associate-south-africa
