Project Associate, Economic Growth & Governance

IBI is looking for Project Associate (PA) who will provide administrative and logistical support to IBI’s Project Managers and Directors for day-to-day project management activities, as well as assist in drafting, reviewing, and formatting documents. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, results-oriented, customer service-minded individual who is able to work well in a deadline-driven, multitasking environment. This position will report to a Senior/Project Manager.

This is a full-time entry level position and a great starting point for anyone interested in international development and project management. The project associate will work closely with the project managers to support overall implementation. As skill grows, the PA will be assigned smaller projects to manage.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Backstop project managers in their day-to-day tasks. Maintain a tracker of tasks for their assigned projects
• This position involves a substantial amount of clerical work during the first year. Maintain, update, or develop new management tools, including internal apps, databases, files, and records
• Acts as a liaison to the field for day-to-day problem solving and support. Independently trouble-shoots common problems and escalates more complex issues to the Manager and follows up until resolved.
• Draft and post social media content
• Make logistical arrangements for travel, events, and workshops
• Draft, reformat, or rewrite documents such as terms of references, employee guidelines, CVs for submission to clients, contract justifications
• Ensure clear, professional and timely communication with consultants and field offices
• Copy-edit and format documents, such as quarterly reports, work plans, etc.
• Review projects’ expense documentation for completeness and accuracy; review invoices
• Track projects’ expenses and analyze financial information
• May be required to travel internationally
• Other duties as assigned