The U.S.-CAEF Program Assistant will assist the Program Coordinator with recruitment, selection, and preparation for graduation ceremony within U.S.-CAEF Enterprise Fellowship Program, administered by American Councils. This is a temporary, short-term role from late December 2017 to early June 2018.

 

One key aspect of the Program Assistant’s role is to perform various administrative tasks associated with the U.S.-CAEF program, specifically related to the participant recruitment and selection.

 

U.S.-CAEF Program provides scholarships to undergraduate students to study Business or Economics at AUCA (in Kyrgyzstan) or KIMEP (in Kazakhstan) and supports students’ personal and professional growth through a variety of supplemental trainings and internships. Program Assistant will be responsible for assisting during the application process, for assisting in communication with on-program students, and for assisting with logistics for graduation events.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Assists in recruitment, selection, and testing of program participants, including for internship programs according to the schedule provided;
• Develops positive and supportive relationships with all student fellows;
• Maintains close, regular and frequent communication with Program Coordinator;
• Demonstrates positive attitude and is positive representative of the program with the public or other partners;
• Provides input into annual and graduation report preparation according to schedule provided;
• Assists in organizing a large annual graduation event, including logistical support for high level guests;
• Maintains orderly records for all aspects of program administration;
• Other duties as required.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree;
• 1-2 years work experience (preferably in an international organization or firm);
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Demonstrated planning and organizational skills;
• Ability to multi-task and set priorities while working independently;
• Ability to adhere to multiple deadlines in a high pressure environment;
• Exceptional attention to detail;
• Ability to quickly respond to applicants requests;
• Excellent English, Russian and Kyrgyz language skills a must;
• Integrity and a can do attitude.

 

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter to: Sung In Marshall, Country Director () with the subject line “U.S.-CAEF Program Assistant”. Deadline for applications is Wednesday, December 13 at 17:00. Interviews will take place on Friday, December 15.