Project Assistant

AMIDEAST, an international non-profit organization in the West Bank and Gaza, is seeking qualified candidates for a short-term (10-month) program based in Ramallah to begin November 1, 2011. The program aims to provide specific skills training to Palestinian youth in the West Bank followed by opportunities for youth to apply their new skills in proposing, organizing, and implementing projects in their communities. 

 

The Project Assistant provides support to the project coordinator of the project, and will assist in the implementation and ensure the project meets its goals.  Their responsibilities will also include providing administrative assistance and logistical support to trainees and maintaining communications with key partner organizations and writing reports in English detailing activities.
 
Qualified applicants will meet the following criteria:
-An undergraduate degree in education or related social sciences
-At least one year of relevant experience
-Exceptional written and spoken English and fluent Arabic; 
-Organized, conscientious, and detail-oriented;
-Excellent communication and organizational skills;
-Ability to multi-task in a busy workplace environment;
-Ability to work independently as well as part of a team and be self-directed and motivated;
-Positive attitude, and ability to work well with others;
-Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required; familiarity with online and social media programs and tools preferred but not required.  


Interested persons are invited to fax or email a cover letter listing the position they are interested in and explaining why they are interested in applying, along with a detailed C.V. and three references, to 02-240-8017 or [email protected] no later than October 15, 2011. Late applications will not be considered. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls, please.