Program Assistant/ Extra-curricular activities

AMIDEAST, an international non-profit organization in the West Bank and Gaza, is seeking
qualified candidates for its USAID funded education program-Model Schools Network
(MSN) Program. AMIDEAST is recruiting for the following position:

AMIDEAST seeks a full-time Program Assistant in new position to be based in Ramallah
office. The position will provide support for the Community Outreach Department to implement extra-curricular youth programs and enhance networking among schools. Responsibilities may include:
• Scheduling activities and assistance in the coordination of logistics for the Summer Discovery camps.
• Assisting in the coordination of school visits to local institutions including universities.
• Maintain school files and other documents, regular email/phone correspondence with schools,
• Arrange sport & cultural competitions between schools for different activities,
• support of the MSN community and school outreach activities and events,
• Demonstrating extra duties during retreats, orientation & workshops.
Applicants should have the following credentials and experience:
• Bachelor's degree in any relevant field.
• One to two years of working with youth and children activities.
• Precise attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multi-task;
• Excellent written and spoken English and fluent Arabic;
• Experience using Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to travel to other districts.
Please send a cover letter indicating the specific position and resume to [email protected] Only individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. Closing date for applications is 5:00pm, Wednesday June 24, 2009.