Country: Honduras
Closing date: 31 May 2018
Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, advocacy, and programs that support frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, and Nations in Transit. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual to be free.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Temporary Program Associate provides programmatic support, including financial, logistical, administrative, research, writing and data analysis assistance to the Honduras office and the Latin America Programs. He/she works collaboratively with the field staff and in-country partners, as well as the DC-based Latin America staff. He/she demonstrates knowledge of human rights challenges in Honduras.
This is a nonexempt position. Position holder must obtain written authorization from supervisor before working in excess of 40 hours in a work-week.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND EXPECTATIONS:
- Provide programmatic, logistical, and administrative support to DC-based Latin America staff and in-country partners on a daily basis
- Prepare and review expense reports, financial reports, and payment requests in compliance with Freedom House and donor requirements
- Draft contracts, letters of agreement, and other contractual documents for partners and vendors
- Track and update program expenditures on a daily basis
- Assist with data collection and quarterly report draft
- Arrange travel plans including flight and hotel research and booking, visa application, etc.
- Maintain program files, folders, and databases for secure and easy access and retrieval
- Draft press releases, briefings, quarterly project reports, and project proposals
- Assist with outreach to other organizations and partners for collaboration
- Represent team in external meetings and backstopping calls
- Conduct desk research for proposals, budget narratives, news updates, press statements, events, etc.
- Limit the use of electronic devices such to work-related purposes
- Other related duties as assigned
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, International Relations, Latin American Studies, or other Social Science or related field
Experience:
- 1-2 years of relevant professional experience
- Experience living, volunteering, working, or studying in Honduras
- Familiarity with human rights or democracy-related issues in Honduras is preferred
- Experience managing grants, including USG funding, is a plus
Skills and Competencies:
- Ability to apply superb attention to detail and consistently produce timely and error-free work
- Fluency in oral and written Spanish is required
- Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
- Excellent research, analytical, writing, and organizational skills
- Mastery of MS Office Suite, with experience developing and maintaining budgets in Excel
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles and grant-related compliance requirements preferred
- Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times
- Ability to successfully work in a diverse and multicultural environment
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team
- Strong ability to prioritize work and multi task to meet tight deadlines in a fast paced environment
- Flexible and adaptable with a good sense of humor and positive attitude
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Essential functions are typically performed in an office setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. Freedom House may add, change, or remove essential and other duties at any time.
How to apply:
Qualified and Interested Applicants:
We invite qualified candidates to complete an online application and submit a resume and cover letter.
https://chj.tbe.taleo.net/chj04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=FREEHOUS&cws=39&rid=875
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
Only candidates authorized to work in Honduras without any restrictions need apply.
EOE M/F/D/V