Middle East Programs Coordinator & Admin Associate

Atlantic Council Of The U S Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

403(b) plan

FSA options

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Atlantic Council seeks a creative, hard-working program assistant for the Rafik Hariri Center and Middle East Programs in Washington, DC. The role focuses on scheduling, travel arrangements, reporting, and general administrative duties to support the Senior Director and the Center’s initiatives.

Strong organization and research experience are valued, with a plus for proficiency in a Middle Eastern language. Based in Washington, DC, this position requires a minimum of four days in the office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Middle East Affairs, International Affairs, or Economics).
• Approximately 1–2 years’ relevant work experience.
• Strong writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Technical skills in data management; HTML and web skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical support for the Senior Director including scheduling, travel arrangements, drafting memos, and completing expense reports.
• Manage weekly Middle East Programs meetings in virtual and in-person settings.
• Draft weekly and monthly Middle East Programs activity reports.
• Serve as a liaison for internal and external offices, including high-level officials and management.
• Organize and maintain files, documents, contacts, and confidential records for senior management.
• Provide support for events and activities (luncheons, dinners, workshops, conferences, strategy sessions).
• Assist in fact-checking and background research for op-eds, engagements, proposals, and other writings.
• Process invoices and payments for Middle East programs.
• Support onboarding and training of new staff and broader program activities.

Skills

Scheduling

Travel coordination

Administrative support

Research experience

Writing & communication

Analytical skills

Data management

Event coordination

MENA language

Liaison with officials

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Middle East Affairs / International Affairs / Economics

Tools

HTML

Job description

The Atlantic Council seeks a creative, hard-working program assistant for the Rafik Hariri Center and Middle East Programs in Washington, DC. The role focuses on scheduling, travel arrangements, reporting, and general administrative duties to support the Senior Director and the Center’s initiatives.

Strong organization and research experience are valued, with a plus for proficiency in a Middle Eastern language. Based in Washington, DC, this position requires a minimum of four days in the office.