Program Assistant, Communities and Governance Practice

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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.

The goal of the CSO-funded United Voices in Action (VIA) program activity is to advance Ukraine's stabilization by fostering IDP integration, increasing community cohesion, contributing to local and national integration plans, and reducing IDP vulnerability to exploitation. IREX will support IDP and receive community members from up to 25 communities in twelve oblasts. Based on a conflict- sensitive and inclusive development approach, the VIA program will make local community members – both IDPs and non-IDPs – the drivers of change in their communities, leading to increased stabilization and mutual understanding through the development of a shared vision of a future where multiple perspectives are heard, and marginalized voices are elevated.

The Program Assistant will work closely with the Program Officer (Conflict Resolution Lead) to support strengthening resiliency and dispute resolution skills in IDPs and host community members as well as build critical information consumption skills to combat malign influence campaigns that may exploit IDPs.

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 relevant field.
• Minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience preferably in the NGO sector and on technical assistance projects.
• Excellent knowledge of Ukrainian.
• Good knowledge of English.
• Strong intercultural and communications skills.
• Skilled at handling multiple tasks and able to maintain a calm, friendly demeanor under stressful situations.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Interest in conflict resolution is required.
• Ability to travel (if security situation in Ukraine allows).
• Must demonstrate valid proof of unrestricted work authorization in Ukraine.

Your Daily Tasks

• Work closely with the Program Officer (Conflict Resolution Lead) with activities that fall under Objective 1.A.
• Support the adaptation of existing curriculums and interactive training techniques and Human Centered Design (HCD) to engage IDPs and receiving communities’ members in constructive dialogue and developing solutions around issues of mutual concern.
• Provide programmatic, financial, administrative, and logistical support to ensure smooth implementation of the program.
• Support effective collaboration with program partners, stakeholders, experts, trainers, program regional coordinators, and key stakeholders.
• Assist in the organization of program events, including trainings, meetings, and workshops.
• Communicate with suppliers and other subcontractors.
• Process payments for subgrantees, consultants and other vendors, while ensuring financial accuracy.
• Draft program-related documents, financial payments, reports, and success stories.
• Provide support to monitoring and evaluation activities, data collection, and reporting.
• Assist program staff as needed and provide general support to staff including photocopying, filing, note-taking, and other relevant duties.
• Translate program-related documents (English and Ukrainian).
• Travel throughout Ukraine to attend program events and meetings (if security situation in Ukraine allows).
• Assist with writing reports and monthly plans.
• Assist in the coordination of training events, including designing materials, managing project deadlines, and ensuring compliance with the budget.
• 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.

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EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

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