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International Finance Corporation Senior Program Assistant United States IFC Jobs 2024

International Finance Corporation looking for “Senior Program Assistant ”. Applicants with a High School Diploma may apply on or before 15-Jul-24.

The International Finance Corporation has published a job vacancy announcement on 28/06/2024 for qualified applicants to fill in the vacant post of Senior Program Assistant to be based in Washington DC , United States. For more jobs, please visit https://unjoblink.org

Company Name: International Finance Corporation

Job Title: Senior Program Assistant

Duty Station: Washington DC , United States

Country: United States

Application Deadline: 15-Jul-24

Responsibilities: 

• Supporting the Senior Advisers including handling meetings, travel arrangements, special projects, and high-quality administrative and logistical support.
• Independently preparing and coordinating periodic meetings, e.g., weekly T3PC preparation meetings, VPU leadership team meetings.
• Leading special projects, e.g., VPU website, event planning.
• Planning and executing retreats and other special initiatives and events, e.g., including the leadership team’s retreat, Vice President Unit Retreat, and periodic Townhalls.
• Leading or supporting cross-departmental efforts within the Vice President Unit that may be spearheaded by the front office or the Corporation.
• Undertaking procurement responsibilities as a transaction processor or Task Team Leader.
• Establishing and maintaining an effective network of contacts, both inside and outside the unit, to ensure effective cooperation in support of office needs.
• Responding to internal and external requests for information as directed by other the VP or other front office staff.
• Backing-up to the Senior EA when the latter is away or assisting with any of her duties, as needed depending on the workload of the front office.
• Handling other ad-hoc tasks assigned by the VP or the Senior EA.

Requirements:

• A minimum of a high school diploma with 5 years of relevant experience or a bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience as an Executive Assistant.
• Proficiency in relevant computer software systems (e.g., MS Office Tools, Webex, Teams, LARS, Travel, etc.) and willingness to learn new programs and applications.
• Excellent knowledge and usage of information technology tools to enhance the efficiency of the front office and contribute to the VPU.
• High level of discretion in dealing with sensitive or highly confidential matters.
• Experience working under pressure with a demonstrated capacity to multi-task, handle concurrent activities, and establish priorities.
• Demonstrated excellent administrative, analytical, and organizational skills, with attention to detail, the ability to prioritize, and work with minimum supervision. Successful previous experience in an Executive Assistant role is an advantage.
• Sound judgment, proactive attitude, resourcefulness, reliability, and a high degree of adaptability.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills – ability to effectively deal with staff at all levels.
• Excellent communication skills in English (both oral and written), with the ability to draft, proofread, and edit a variety of materials.
• Experience with IFC and/or WB front offices is a plus.