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 the MENA program. This position reports to the Director for MENA programs.
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
- Ability to communicate effectively in Persian is strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of human rights principles and mechanisms, and understanding of democracy promotion
- Mastery of MS Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Knowledge of Iran and current human rights challenges
- Ability to apply accurate and strong database and records management skills
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles and grant-related compliance requirements
- Ability to coordinate travel logistics, meetings, and use of conference facilities
- Ability to accept and complete administrative tasks with a great attitude
- Ability to apply superb attention to detail and consistently produce timely and error-free work
- Strong ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, and multi task to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to collaborate with others and work as an effective team member
- 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 Iran and MENA region
- Assist in editing/writing proposals, reports, press releases, and briefing books
- Assist in financial management, including preparation of check/wire requests, reconciliations and draft budgets
- Assist in identifying and drafting contracts for international and local consultants
- Communicate via Skype, email and phone with field staff, consultants and local partners
- Make travel arrangements and organize logistics for international staff visits and meetings
- Organize events and meetings in DC and abroad related to Freedom House programs
- Organize program logistics and provide administrative support
- Other related duties as assigned
We offer great benefits including:
- 100% employer-paid dental insurance
- 100% employer-paid health insurance; or generously subsidized depending on selected option
- 100% employer paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
- 100% employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
- Supplemental/voluntary life insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with generous matching funds with 2 year 100% vesting schedule
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursable expenses
- Transportation pre-tax payroll deduction for metro, and garage parking in DC
- Generous paid vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement for graduate studies
- And much more……
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 2013-009 PA MENA. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
Only candidates authorized to work in the U.S. without any restrictions need apply.
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