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Conflict Prevention and Peace Forum Program Assistants

Summary

The Social Science Research Council, a not-for-profit organization devoted to the advancement of social science research and scholarship, seeks two Program Assistants for the Conflict Prevention and Peace Forum (CPPF).

Description

CPPF works to strengthen the capacity of the United Nations system for peacebuilding and the prevention, management and resolution of conflict by providing UN decision makers with access to expert analysis from international academics, practitioners, and others outside the UN system. The precise responsibilities of the Program Assistant may vary depending on the skill set of the candidate but will involve supporting all aspects of program activity, including primarily:

Qualifications

  • B.A. degree in political science, international relations, history, or related field.
  • Previous work experience with, or detailed knowledge of, the United Nations preferred.
  • Foreign language skills (preferably one of the official UN languages) an asset.
  • Study of or work experience in Asia or Africa preferred.
  • Previous experience with budget and office management preferred.
  • Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, internet); familiarity with database software preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism are essential.
  • Excellent writing skills, attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative and respond flexibly to changing demands.

Responsibilities

  • Organizing meetings and conferences, including travel and other logistical arrangements for meeting participants and staff.
  • Serve as rapporteur at CPPF events and drafting summary notes of meetings.
  • Researching and tracking key developments in the regions in which CPPF works.
  • Working with budgets and financial reports and processing expenditures for the program.
  • Drafting program reports and proposals and assisting in their overall production.
  • Maintaining program files and records, especially for purposes of evaluation.
  • Maintaining contact lists, databases, and website content for the program.
  • Managing outreach including responding to requests for information and general queries.

Terms, Salary and Benefits

  • Starting annual salary will be commensurate with experience.
  • Full medical, dental and vision coverage, 50% health club reimbursement.
  • $1,500 annual tuition and/or student loan reimbursement
  • Generous vacation, personal and sick leave plans.

Application Information

For further information or to apply, please send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to: applications@ssrc.org (Please include “CPPF PA” in subject field).

Application Deadline: April 30, 2010

The Social Science Research Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Apply:

E-mail:

applications@ssrc.org

Mail:

Human Resources - CPPF PA
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One Pierrepont Plaza, 15th Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201

SSRC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of diverse backgrounds to apply. However, please know that U.S. federal law requires all U.S.-based employees to provide proof to their employer of their eligibility to work in the U.S.