Programme Associate

THE ROLE
We are seeking dynamic Programme Associates who are comfortable operating in a rapidly evolving organization to work directly with the founding team to setting up this major new initiative.
The Fund is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where diversity is valued and where there is equality of opportunity. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and therefore welcome applications from qualified candidates of all regions, countries, cultures, and backgrounds.
Selection of candidates is made on a competitive basis, and we do not discriminate on the basis of national origin, race, color or ethnic background, religious belief, sex, gender identity and expression or sexual orientation, marital or family status, age or ability. We kindly ask applicants to refrain from including in their application information relating to the above as well as from attaching photos.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Providing administrative and programmatic support to the fund team across operations (including IT), resource mobilization, governance, communications, grant management and donor management (including donor reporting)
Project management across various work streams for the fund
Conducting research as required e.g. on potential recipient countries
Setting up an IFPIM portal for grant applications through the IFPIM website
Coordinating the receipt and progression of applications through the IFPIM grant process
Providing support to IFPIM applicants, including answering general enquiries
Drafting of proposals to prospective funders
Drafting of regular update reports to donors
Organizing events, webinars and conferences
Preparation of materials (e.g., agendas, presentations and minutes) and coordination of meetings
Performs other related duties as assigned

We will be recruiting for a few positions depending on the pool of applicants. The scope of work for each position will include a subset of the responsibilities listed above.
TIME
Initial fixed term 12 month contract (possibility of renewal). This work can be conducted remotely. There will be an expectation for international travel for key events when it is safe to do so. The position is expected to begin in April 2022.
The Programme Associates should have the following qualifications:
Essential profile:

Two to five years of relevant work experience
Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to multi-task, prioritize and solve problems
Experience of working on projects of wide scope with multiple different level stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong customer service skills and writing reports for a diverse set of stakeholders
Proficiency with Microsoft Office especially MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
Experience with MS SharePoint Online and/or MS OneDrive for Business
Experience setting up and administering CRM software
Experience setting up systems for knowledge and data management
Highly motivated and committed to supporting global public interest media
Able to effectively adapt to an organisation that is rapidly evolving

Desirable experience:

Experience working with grant-based mechanisms in international development
Experience of working with bilateral and/or multilateral donors
Experience with Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning frameworks and tools
Familiarity with the public discourse around media sustainability and good governance.
Experience working in lower- and middle-income countries

Education:

University degree (Masters’ Degree would be an advantage)

Working language:

The working language will be English (additional languages including French, and Spanish would be an advantage)

REMUNERATION

Commensurate to experience.

Please email your CV and a short cover letter explaining (with examples) why you are a suitable candidate to careers@ifpim.org with Programme Associate in the subject line.Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Apply via :

careers@ifpim.org