Program Assistant, Information and Media Practice (NEW) at IREX in Washington, Washington DC

Job Description:

IREX


Job Category: Information & Media Practice
Requisition Number: PROGR003103

October 18, 2024
Full-Time
Rajagiriya, 0000, LKA

Job Details

Description

Who We Are

IREX is a global development and education organization. We strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world—where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people, and communities thrive. With a projected annual portfolio of more than $150 million and more than 750 staff worldwide, we work with partners in more than 100 countries in four areas essential to progress: cultivating leaders, empowering youth, strengthening institutions, and increasing access to quality education and information.

We are doers. Our decades of on-the-ground experience help us create greater impact, practical recommendations, and lasting partnerships.

Are you the next member of our team?

Your Background & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 1+ year of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with USAID donor requirements is an advantage.
• Strong understanding and proficiency in using various social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, etc.
• Speaking, reading, and writing proficiency in English is required. Additional proficiency in Sinhala and, or Tamil is strongly preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of media or media development, program management, logistics, and coordination.
• Proven organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, including the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member with the ability to take initiative, meet deadlines, and be flexible.
• Professionalism in written correspondence and report writing, strong presentation and oral communication skills.
• Strong work ethic, ability to work in a multicultural environment, work remotely and travel outside Colombo.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must demonstrate valid proof of unrestricted work authorization in Sri Lanka.

Your Daily Tasks

• Manage all social media accounts of the citizen journalism platform – including posting and monthly analytics.
• Provide direct coordination with citizen journalists and consultants for training requirements and other support.
• Support the relevant program staff in all aspects of program implementation to ensure timely and accurate completion of deliverables.
• Coordinate the activities that are directly implemented by IREX in support of the program objectives.
• Facilitate communication between technical experts and citizen journalists
• Provide guidance on training plans and activities.
• Provide occasional translation of documents, virtual sessions, and social media posts to and from English and local languages as requested.
• Maintain a database of IREX’s partners, beneficiaries and other stakeholders in the country.
• Maintain complete records and a database of activities including meetings, consultations, trainings and information required for monitoring and evaluation reporting.
• Review beneficiary reports, deliverables and documentation for compliance with programmatic requirements, with guidance from the program staff.
• Support the program staff with procurement and grant awarding.
• Support the program staff in budgeting exercises.
• Other duties as assigned.

You will Get:

Committed, passionate, collaborative, and mission-driven colleagues who make IREX a good place to work. You will receive best-in-class learning, development, and growth opportunities, as well as a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive. This includes a well-being and employee assistance program, health coverage, a flexible work schedule, a generous PTO policy, a technology stipend, a diverse and inclusive work environment, and many more benefits.

We conduct background checks on all successful candidates.

This position is not eligible for Immigration Sponsorship.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

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