Job: Administrative and Program Assistant – The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation (Washington, D.C.)
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Position: Administrative and Program Assistant
Posted by: The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation
Location: Washington, D.C.
Contract: Full-Time
Here’s a job received directly from the organization:
The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation, a non-profit that promotes understanding and cooperation between the United States and Asia, seeks a full-time Administrative and Program Assistant for its Washington, D.C. office. The Administrative and Program Assistant will have responsibilities in the following areas:
Office Operations
- Maintain office equipment and supplies
- Manage vendor relationships
- Oversee all aspects of IT systems (including hardware, software, and basic support for Foundation staff)
- Oversee D.C. office finances and serve as liaison with Montana-based financial director
- Update and maintain Foundation website (using WordPress)
- Manage website upgrades
- Use iContact to distribute Foundation e-newsletter, announcements, and invitations
- Update and manage office database
- Provide administrative support for Foundation exchanges and dialogues, including scheduling, logistics, travel arrangements, and program promotion
- Assist President and Vice President with administrative tasks, scheduling, and outreach activities
- Manage recruitment and support of Visiting Fellows
- Recruit and supervise interns
- Serve as D.C. point of contact for Japan’s Friendship Ties Programs
- Assist with day-to-day operations of Mike Mansfield Fellowship Program
Competitive candidates will have a degree in International Relations, Asian Studies, or a related field with two or three years of work experience. Asian language ability a plus. Computer skills and strong written and communication skills are essential. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. U.S. citizenship or current work visa is required. The position is contingent on continued funding. Send a resume and cover letter to hr@mansfieldfdn.org.
Application deadline: July 10, 2017
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