Jobs and Careers

TERM: 

Full-time

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

CIPE is seeking a full-time, Yerevan-based Program Associate. This position reports to the Head of Office, Armenia and is responsible for providing programmatic, administrative, and research support for a portfolio of projects. The ideal candidate will be able to handle multiple detail-oriented tasks, have a demonstrable interest in economic development and democratic reform in Armenia, and work well as part of a diverse team and within a dynamic international organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

- Provide administrative and programmatic support for an assigned portfolio of projects in Yerevan and regions of Armenia;
- Collect offers/bids/quotations from vendors and assist CIPE’s Armenia team in conducting tenders;
- Draft contracts and grant agreements and prepare procurement-related documents in accordance with CIPE regulations;
- Collect supporting documents from vendors for direct or contract/grant-related payments;
- Maintain communication with field personnel, local project partners, consultants, and other stakeholders to collect project updates and ensure smooth project implementation;
- Create and maintain electronic and hard copies of program, financial, and contract files; process documents for signature;
- Coordinate travel arrangements and local meeting logistics;
- Assist the Head of Office in writing and compiling narrative and financial reports;
- Conduct background research for project proposals and reports;
- Collaborate with departments across the organization to achieve CIPE’s business development goals;
- Contribute to an organizational culture of innovation, integrity and high performance;
- Adhere to appropriate CIPE, NED, and U.S. Chamber of Commerce policies and procedures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

- Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Business/ Management, Economics, Finance, Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or a related field;
- At least one year of administrative office and/ or programmatic experience; experience supporting international development programs is preferred;
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and Armenian languages; knowledge of written and spoken Russian language is preferred;
- Demonstrated strong organizational, interpersonal, critical thinking, analytical and communication skills;
- Superior organization skills and dedication to completing multiple projects in a timely manner;
- Ability to handle multiple, detail-oriented tasks simultaneously with limited supervision;
- Demonstrated research skills;
- Ability to take initiative and to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment;
- Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Team;
- Willingness and ability to travel to regions of Armenia as needed.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 

Interested candidates are welcome to apply through CIPE recruitment system via the following link: http://bit.ly/48F7Fv2.

Please clearly mention in your application letter that you learned of this announcement through Career Center and mention the URL of its website - www.careercenter.am. Thanks.