Organization: Freedom House
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 31 Oct 2015
Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, 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,*and*Nations in Transit. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we**support the right of every individual to be free.**
Position Summary
Freedom House is seeking a full-time Program Associate to support programs related to advancing democracy and human rights in Southeast Asia. The Program Associate will provide assistance in various aspects of program implementation, including research, new project development, reporting, outreach, and logistical and administrative support. The Program Associate will be based in DC and report to the Senior Program Officer for Southeast Asia. The initial appointment is for approximately one year. Employment beyond one year will be contingent on funding.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in political science, development studies, international relations, human rights, international law, or another relevant field. Master’s degree preferred.
- 1-2 years of relevant professional experience
- Interest and experience working on issues pertaining to the Southeast Asia region, particularly Burma/Myanmar
- Experience with human rights defense work, including knowledge of human rights principles and international mechanisms
- Mastery of MS Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated experience in managing and creating budgets in Excel.
- Ability to work as an effective team member for the success of shared goals and objectives
- 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
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide programmatic, logistical, and administrative support to the department
- Prepare and review financial reports and payment requests in compliance with Freedom House and donor requirements
- Draft press releases, briefings, quarterly project reports, and project proposals
- Provide research assistance and analysis related to political and social developments in the region. Monitor regional news and events pertaining to human rights, democracy, and fundamental freedoms.
- Assist with developing and implementing advocacy strategies for the region
- Other duties as assigned
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
Essential functions are typically performed in an office setting with a low level of noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in the job description and that other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. Freedom House may add, change, or remove essential and other duties at any time.
We offer great benefits including :
- Generously subsidized dental insurance
- Generously subsidized vision insurance
- Generously subsidized health insurance with three options (HMO, POS, PPO)
- 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…
How to apply:
Qualified and Interested Applicants
We invite qualified candidates to complete an online application and submit a resume, and cover letter with salary history and desired salary(only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) to:
https://chc.tbe.taleo.net/chc05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=FREEHOUS&cws=1&rid=200
FOR MOBILE USERS ONLY:
https://chc.tbe.taleo.net/chc05/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=FREEHOUS&cws=39&rid=200
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.
EOE M/F/D/V
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