APDD Programs & Outreach Assistant

Social Science Research Council; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Gym reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Pension plan

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

SSRC in New York seeks an administrator to support the African Peacebuilding and Developmental Dynamics (APDD) program. You will manage campus and field logistics for workshops, maintain databases, and assist with communications and outreach across digital platforms.

Ideal candidates hold a BA in social sciences, 1–2 years nonprofit experience, and strong writing and organizational skills; travel internationally is possible (about 10%).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences preferred.
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Responsibilities

• Assist with overall program administration and coordination.
• Assist with selection and administrative processes for program awards and agreements, including maintaining a database of contacts, fellows, committee members and related correspondence.
• Organize on- and off-site workshops and meetings, prepare meeting materials, and coordinate correspondence with participants and stakeholders.
• Serve as rapporteur for program workshops and meetings, including taking minutes and drafting event summaries.
• Assist with production of advertising and outreach materials; expand the program’s online presence and manage pages and social media.
• Assist with digital media projects, such as blogs, podcasts, and social media postings.
• Draft program narrative and financial reports and proposals; maintain contact lists and databases and APDD files.
• Work with budgets and financial reports and reconcile expenses against budget.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

MS Office

Database management

Web and database development

Initiative

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences

Tools

MS Office tools

Database software

Internet applications

Job description

SSRC in New York seeks an administrator to support the African Peacebuilding and Developmental Dynamics (APDD) program. You will manage campus and field logistics for workshops, maintain databases, and assist with communications and outreach across digital platforms.

Ideal candidates hold a BA in social sciences, 1–2 years nonprofit experience, and strong writing and organizational skills; travel internationally is possible (about 10%).