The Carter Center: Program Assistant

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Description

The Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.  

The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center’s many programs and activities are available at The Carter Center.

SUMMARY:

The Program Assistant is responsible for providing support to the Rule of Law Program. The Program Assistant will assist the Program by maintaining calendars; managing program SharePoint and Teams files; handling logistics of domestic and international travel; drafting contracts, budgets, and routine reports; procuring supplies; processing invoices; supporting development of new program materials; organizing meetings and events; and liaising with other programs/departments. The Program Assistant also may conduct applied research and provide substantive support in one or more of the Rule of Law Program's programmatic efforts.

FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION: Provides administrative and logistical support for projects, initiatives, and programs within an NGO environment. Assists assigned managers and team members by maintaining calendars, receiving and composing communications as correspondence, and replies to inquiries. Handles preparations, scheduling, logistics, and other various requirements for domestic and international travel. Drafts contracts, budgets, and donor reports with direction from manager. Processes financial documents including contracts, expense reports, invoices, etc. Writes routine reports and correspondence, and assists with the development of project/program materials. Organizes meetings and events. Works with and maintains data management and filing for projects/program. Serves as an administrator of work product with other programs/departments, i.e. finance, program development, public information, etc. Liaises and communicates with project consultants and field office staff, providing logistical and administrative support, as directed. Conducts research and provides support to one or more staff members in regards to project and programmatic efforts. May supervise work study students and volunteers. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent AND five years of administrative experience, OR a bachelor's degree. Proficiency with various personal computer software applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Outlook and Teams).
• Applicant should have strong written and communication skills and be detail-oriented, well-organized, and proactive on follow-up.
• A positive attitude and an excellent sense of humor are essential.
• Spanish language (professional proficiency).
• Experience living/working overseas.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs.  Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines.  All non-exempt employees must reside within the state of Georgia. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Additional Details

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