Project Assistant at American Institutes for Research

Since 1946, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) has been advancing evidence to evolve systems, improve lives, and ultimately create a better, more equitable world. We are a nonprofit research and technical assistance organization working to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. Our experts in education, health, workforce, human services, and international development follow the evidence to find and apply solutions that will work. Our work helps policymakers make important decisions based on evidence, and we work with leaders, organizations, and communities to create more effective programs. We never stop digging to find what works and where we have more to learn.

Responsibilities

The primary objective is to support the day-to-day implementation of the P3-Africa. A secondary objective will be to support implementation of other projects depending on need and time availability. The responsibilities for the position include:

• Establish protocols for mentors, PhD students, internships, and Thematic Funding Window in collaboration with partner organizations


• Prepare timelines for all P3-Africa activities


• Establish and maintain good working relationships with key partners through periodic check-ins


• Work with broader team to design and implement learning events


• Support all aspects of the Thematic Window selection process and grants management process


• Support recruitment process for internship program


• Coordinate all logistics for survey methods and other training courses


• Source content for periodic project newsletter, organize listserv and dissemination.


• Provide updated content for P3-Africa website


• Monitor overall project budget and prepare budgets for individual project activities to ensure that resources are utilized efficiently and effectively


• Prepare periodic reports for donors and other key partners

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Minimum of a B.A. in social sciences or related field


• Zero to two years’ experience in project work


• Experience or background in education desirable but not required

Skills

• Excellent organizational skills, including attention to detail, ability to prioritize and multi-task, and ability to work under and adhere to tight deadlines


• Excellent cross-cultural and interpersonal communication skills


• Comfortabke working independently and as part of a team; must be a team player and demonstrate a sense of responsibility and sensitivity in dealing with diverse audiences


• Strong writing and editing skills; Ability to translate complex technical language and ideas into a form easily comprehensible to non-technical audiences

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