Temporary Program Assistant Open World Program 2022

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Level
Entry
Job Location
Washington DC - Washington, DC
Position Type
Seasonal
 
Description
FLSA STATUS
: Non-Exempt
SUMMARY
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. administers the Open World Program, which is funded by the United States Congress and overseen by a distinct entity of the legislative branch. Through travel of delegations to the U.S., Open World aims to increase mutual understanding between the U.S. and several countries of Eurasia; to provide exposure to U.S. democratic institutions, the U.S. political system, and public-private partnerships and inter-relationships; and to form the basis for a continuing dialogue for future cooperation. The program has provided financial support to bring key public policy decision-makers and leaders from Eurasian countries to the United States for short-term stays and to support follow-on activities for program alumni.
The Temporary Program Assistant is a temporary, entry-level position, reporting to the department program manager, with the primary responsibility of entering application information into the Open World database, running various database queries and reports, updating records in the database on an ongoing basis, and carrying out administrative tasks associated with professional exchange programs for a variety of Eurasian countries. The Temporary Program Assistant is to provide the program manager and program officers, as applicable, with professional and administrative support on the varied elements of these programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist program officer in making all arrangements for participant travel;
Prepare and distribute program materials;
Coordinate distribution of materials to participants and others, as applicable;
Participate in organization and execution of cross-cultural orientation programs, workshops and tours of the city;
Provide support to Eurasian participants in the U.S., including accommodation and insurance matters, medical emergencies, payment of travel contingencies and bills, and correspondence;
Facilitate travel of U.S. and Eurasian participants, including correspondence, preparation of informational materials, and visa processing;
Operate the Open World database, including entering applications, host information, and alumni results; updating database records; and running various queries and reports.
Please submit a cover letter with your application.
Qualifications
Good writing and communication skills (English);
Proficiency in the Russian language;
US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green Card) required;
Demonstrated organizational ability and problem-solving skills;
Ability to manage multiple priorities quickly and effectively;
Ability to work independently while contributing to an overall team effort;
Proven effectiveness in a cross-cultural work environment;
Effective interpersonal skills; and
Strong computer skills
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
American Councils is committed to taking affirmative steps to enhance employment opportunities for minorities, women, veterans, and people with disabilities, and strives to ensure that meaningful employment and promotional opportunities are maintained for everyone. American Councils' commitment to equal employment opportunity is based not only on federal requirements, but also on a longstanding commitment to maintaining a diverse workforce reflective of the communities in which we operate.
PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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