Senior Project Assistant

Overview

Support the administrative coordination of projects focused on social assistance systems, human rights protection, and inclusive public policies for vulnerable populations, especially migrants.

Tasks Summary

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.
• Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyze, and present information/data on specific project topics.
• Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget related information.
• Act as focal point for administrative coordination of project implementation.
• Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery and suggesting remedial actions.
• Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations and other documentation.
• Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops and training sessions.
• Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, United Nations agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders.
• Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances.
• Provide guidance/training to new/junior staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant professional experience with a high school diploma.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience with a university degree.
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations.
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups.
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organizations in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

Qualification Requirements

• High school diploma.
• University degree in social sciences, political sciences, psychology, law, public policy, or a related field from an accredited academic institution.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Portuguese (advanced)

Languages Preferred: • English (advanced) • Spanish (advanced)

Contract Duration: Up to 9 months

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