Program assistant

Poste proposé : Program Assistant

Background (About the Organization)

Solidarity Center is a non-profit organization launched by the AFL-CIO in 1997 with the aim of tackling the enormous challenges faced by workers in the global economy through supporting the building of strong, democratic and independent trades' unions. Operating in over 60 countries via a network of 24 field offices, we work with unions and community groups worldwide to help people stand up for their rights and improve their living and working standards.

The Solidarity Center is the largest U.S.-based international worker rights organization helping workers attain safe and healthy workplaces, family-supporting wages, dignity on the job, widespread democracy and greater equity at work and in their community. The Solidarity Center assists workers across the globe as, together, they fight discrimination, exploitation and the systems that entrench poverty—to achieve shared prosperity in the global economy.

Summary of the position:

The Program Assistant is responsible for supporting the successful implementation of program work at the Solidarity Center, and as we are a small office, the Program Assistant is also responsible for administrative support for project activities, including some financial tasks, in accordance with the objectives set and the SC's policies and procedures. The candidate should be passionate about worker rights, social justice, and gender equity; highly motivated to assist the office with a big impact; and possess excellent administrative and interpersonal skills.

This position offers a permanent contract after a six-month probation period. The Program Assistant will report to the Country Program Director for North Africa and is supervised in their daily tasks by the Morocco Program Manager. This position also works closely with the Finance Officer. The SC Morocco office is a small office, and all staff are required to pitch in for a smooth functioning of the office, administrative processes and programs work.

The position is based in Rabat, but travel is required throughout the country based on program needs.

Responsibilities of the Program Assistant:

Program responsibilities:

• Support the successful implementation of program work, under supervision of the Morocco Program Manager
• Assist with research to inform SC programs and strategy
• Help plan and coordinate program-related activities, events, conferences and workshops
• Assist Program Manager with program activity reporting and follow-up with partners' coordinators
• Provide logistical support for seminars and workshops, and exchange programs, keep attendance sheets and ensure payment of travel, meal, and accommodation expenses.

Administrative responsibilities:

• Assist with administrative tasks related to program implementation and financial procedures
• Provide assistance to the Finance Officer by supporting various financial and administrative functions as needed
• Organize invoices related to activities carried out using the liquidation table
• Establish and monitor contracts (including those of external collaborators, subcontractors, service providers) and ensure their payments
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Profil recherché pour le poste : Program Assistant

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in economics, political/social science, or a related field.
• Two years full-time experience in a similar position
• Knowledge of the labor movement or civil society organizations is required.
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability.
• Previous administrative and program support experience, especially with an NGO
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy in data management
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong administrative and organizational skills are essential.
• The ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Fluent and excellent writing skills in Arabic and French, and a command of written and spoken English, is highly desired.

 Proficiency in using standard office software (Microsoft Office suite).

Critères de l'annonce pour le poste : Program Assistant Métier : Management, direction générale Secrétariat, assistanat Secteur d´activité : Activités associatives Type de contrat : CDI Région : Rabat-Salé-Kénitra Ville : Rabat Niveau d'expérience : Expérience entre 2 ans et 5 ans Niveau d'études : Bac+3 Langues exigées : anglais › courant arabe › courant français › courant Compétences clés : support assistance management reporting assistanat time management secrétariat Nombre de poste(s) : 1 Soyez vigilant ! N'envoyez pas d'argent à un employeur potentiel. Ne versez aucune somme d'argent en échange d'un contrat de travail potentiel ou pour suivre une formation préalable à l'embauche.
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