Job Posting: Program Assistant, Freedom House; Washington DC

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Description:

Freedom House supports the spread of freedom and democracy throughout the world through research, effective advocacy, and programs directly supporting frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we are supporting the right of every individual to be free. Position Summary
Assist with logistical, research, and administrative support for Freedom House East and Horn of Africa programs. This position is based out of Washington, DC and reports to the Senior Program Officer.
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and written
• Regional knowledge of East and Horn of Africa
• Strong research and writing skills
• Excellent organizational and communications skills
• Experience performing basic administrative tasks in an office environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a program team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
• Knowledge of international human rights, democracy and rule of law issues is highly desired

Some Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist Program Officers and the Senior Program Manager in compliance with Freedom House, USG, and other grant regulations
• Provide research assistance and data analysis for development opportunities in Southern Africa
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, press releases, and speeches
• Assist in financial management, including preparation of draft budgets and requests for funds
• Assist in updating the website concerning the programs necessary
• Help maintain database
• Assist in developing and producing promotional material on the programs
• Make travel arrangements and organize logistics for international staff visits and meetings
• Organize events and meetings in DC and abroad related to Freedom House programs
• Organize program logistics and provide administrative support

We offer great benefits including:

• 100% employer-paid dental insurance
• 100% employer-paid health insurance; or generously subsidized depending on plan and coverage
• 100% employer paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
• 100% employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
• 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.....

Qualified and Interested applicants
We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary requirements to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing Program Assistant, East and Horn of Africa (Req. 2011-033) The deadline for applications is June 3, 2011. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. EOE M/F/D/V