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The Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health. 

The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center's many programs and activities are available atThe Carter Center

SUMMARY:

The Program Associate assists in organizing, coordinating, and planning operational facets of the Rule of Law Program's projects. Works with relevant headquarters, country office staff, consultants, and external experts to achieve project goals. Conducts research and gathers accurate information to develop publications. May write, develop, or contribute to project and budget documents, reports, speeches, briefings, newsletters, promotional materials, grants, or other written materials related to the program. Prepares operational reports to assist in effective decision-making. Manages relevant budgeting, grant and sub-grants, accounting, and program files. Monitors expenditures and may prepare financial reports. Provides administrative support, and assists in handling logistics for meetings, conferences, and travel. May supervise interns and volunteers. Provides guidance and training to Program Assistants. Performs related responsibilities as required. May include occasional travel. Due to the travel requirement, Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) will be required.

FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Primary duty is organizing, coordinating, and planning operational facets of a global program and its related activities which include, but are not limited to the following: researching factors that may impact the success of the program, and working with individuals or groups to research and document program requirements in order to provide appropriate input.
• Monitors and reports progress of objectives and goals of the program.
• Develops promotional materials/venues, manages relational databases, and establishes/forecasts budget requirements.
• Develops work plans to accomplish objectives and monitors progress toward their achievement.
• Monitors expenditures and may prepare financial reports; may assist in identifying funding resources and developing fund-raising strategies and initiatives.
• Prepares operational and statistical reports to assist in effective decision-making. Conducts training, represents the program at international meetings and conferences, and networks with affiliated groups.
• May write or develop reports, speeches, briefings, newsletters, promotional materials, grants or other written materials related to the program.
• Conducts research and gathers accurate information to develop various publications.
• May plan, administer, or monitor the program's budget or related grants.
• May assist in developing and coordinating program-related conferences, conventions, or meetings.
• May supervise staff. Performs related responsibilities as required.
• This is not an administrative support position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program and two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Graduate/professional degree in international studies, political science, law, or related field.
• Two years of experience working on issues related to international relations, democratic development, human rights, law, gender, good governance, and/or other related areas.
• Strong collaborative problem-solving and analytic skills, a high level of personal energy, positive attitude and ability to work in a team setting are essential.
• Applicants should be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Exceptional initiative and follow-through skills that deliver measurable results are crucial.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and facility with computers are a must.
• Prior experience living or working internationally is desirable.
• Project design and management experience with an NGO, international agency, or government agency is a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a foreign language is desirable; professional Spanish is required for this position.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines. All non-exempt employees must reside within the state of Georgia. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. 

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