Vacancy Announcement

International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX) 

 About IREX:

IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally.  We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities.  To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, women and youth.

Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $70 million and a staff of over 400 professionals worldwide.  IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally-driven solutions with our partners in more than 100 countries.

Summary of Position:

IREX office in Ukraine is seeking a qualified professional to fill the position of Program Assistant for the media literacy project. Program Assistant will work under the supervision of Program Manager and provide support to day to day program activities. The position will be based in Kiev with some travel throughout the country. This position is contingent upon funding.

 Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

 Provide a full range of program support to the program manager;

• Serve as an interpreter for staff  as-needed;
• Translate program-related documents (English, Russian, and Ukrainian);
• Provide logistics/arrangements support for staff and program participants;
• Draft program reports and success stories;
• Assist with filing systems and copying of materials;
• Provide Web-based research assistance for projects and publications;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 Qualifications:

 Minimum of two year of relevant experience;

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills;
• University degree in linguistics or related field;
• Familiarity with political, economic, and social issues in Ukraine;
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications;
• Knowledge of Web 2.0 tools is a plus
• Strong command of spoken/written English, Ukrainian and Russian
• Ability to travel

To Apply:

 Please email your cover letter and resume with “Program Assistant” in the subject line to [email protected]. No phone calls please.  Only complete applications will be considered. Candidates will be contacted on a rolling basis as applications are received.