Program Assistant for Freedom House

Program Assistant for Exchanges -- Washington, D.C.

Founded in 1941, Freedom House is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that promotes an engaged U.S. foreign policy, evaluates human rights conditions, sponsors public education campaigns, facilitates training and other assistance to promote democracy and free market reforms, and provides support for the rule of law, free media and effective local governance.

Freedom House is seeking a Program Assistant for Exchange Programs. Under the direction of the Program Officer for Exchanges, the Program Assistant will provide logistical, research, and administrative support for Freedom House exchange programs. Duties include, but are not limited to: processing applications for exchange programs; maintaining complete and accurate program files and records; making travel arrangements and organizing logistics for international visitors; working with program staff to develop orientation schedules, study tours, and fellowship placements; preparing requests for funds and financial reports; drafting program reports and promotional materials; organizing meetings and events; and carrying out other administrative duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational and communications skills, experience performing basic administrative tasks in an office environment, ability to work collaboratively with a program team, and proficiency in Microsoft Office software and internet research. Bachelor’s degree is required. Interest in international affairs and foreign language abilities are desirable.

Please send cover letter and resume by email or fax to:

Jeffrey Mosser
Director of Human Resources and Administration
humanresources@freedomhouse.org
Fax: (202) 822-3893

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements. If any candidate does not have all required information, he or she will not be considered. Candidates are also requested to state where they viewed the job advertisement in their applications.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be notified. No phone calls, please.

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