Special Assistant to the Director General
3 weeks ago
Job Summary:
The International Food Policy Research Institute seeks a Special Assistant for a two-year, renewable appointment in its Director General's Office. The ideal candidate will be innovative, self-motivated, and goal oriented. S/he will work closely with the Director General and be responsible for supporting strategic DGO activities. This position is located at IFPRI's headquarters in Washington, DC.
Essential Duties:
Specific duties include but are not limited to:
* Aid and support the Director General on programs, projects, communications, and initiatives.
* Where needed, effectively collaborate and communicate with staff across the Institute.
* Support the planning of virtual and in-person meetings (internal and external) and speaking engagements by coordinating logistics, preparing background/meeting materials, taking minutes, and following up with relevant parties on relevant tasks.
* Where needed, participate directly in internal and external meetings.
* Work closely with the DG to keep the DG informed and prepared for regular and upcoming responsibilities and commitments.
* Lead and contribute to special projects as assigned by the DG.
Required Qualifications:
* Master's degree plus 10 years of relevant professional experience, or bachelor's degree plus twelve years of relevant professional experience.
* At least 4 years of management experience.
* Highly effective and versatile communication skills--both written and oral. Ability to effectively synthesize scientific/programmatic content for multiple audiences.
* High level of professionalism, including the ability to diplomatically engage with individuals from different backgrounds and with various disciplines to accomplish common objections.
* Ability/willingness to manage confidential information and materials with utmost discretion.
* Self-motivated, with proven ability to work independently and multi-task to accomplish key goals and complete projects.
* Strong analytical skills
* Comfortable in a global team, including working well with team members and collaborators located in multiple time zones and countries.
* Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Proficiency in a second language of the U.N. system
* International experience, especially in Africa, Asia and Latin America
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and donor databases
* Background, or interest in international development
Physical Demand & Work Environment:
* Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time with little opportunity to move/stretch.
* Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds.
* Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading.
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
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