Deadline: Ongoing
International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is currently seeking applications from eligible applicants for the post of Program Assistant in Washington D.C., United States. The duration of this post is 1 year.
The Program Assistant will provide administrative support to the Division.
IFPRI’s mission is to provide research-based policy solutions that sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition.
Key Jobs Responsibilities
The Program Assistant will perform the following functions-
- Type memos, letters or other documents (research papers, discussion papers or proposals) as needed. Compose routine correspondence for division staff.
- Prepare hotel and travel requests for staff and visitors, assist in coordinating visa applications, request for itineraries, and issuance of air and/or train tickets, cash advances/honoraria, and preparation of travel expense reports.
- Coordinate with Travel Office & Accounting for processing travel requests and prepare travel expense follow up.
- Assist in the organization of special events, including lunches, meetings and conferences.
- Maintain adequate supply of commonly used/requested items for the department’s use.
- Create and maintain a complete, updated and functional filing system for Divisional records and perform periodic filing of documents and archiving.
- Maintain contact database, as needed.
- Maintain inventory of training materials.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- High School diploma and minimum 1 year of administrative work experience.
- Experience with MS Office, especially Microsoft Word and Outlook, required.
- Demonstrated experience working in a multi-cultural, fast-paced work environment.
- Familiarity with Internet, Microsoft Excel and Power Point desirable.
- Excellent typing skills required: 50-65 wpm preferred.
- Excellent oral and written English language skills.
- Fluency in foreign language other than English desirable.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications through online process.
For more information, please visit IFPRI.
