Duration : 7 months (3 Months probation)

Responsibilities / Job Description

• Develop and implement program goals in coordination with the Country Representative, who will be the supervisors of the successful candidate.
• Liaise and develop relationships with key stakeholders and partners to promote the program, solicit support and execute program strategy.
• Provide assistance in program management though documentation and coordination in project related activities
• Prepare correspondence, presentations, and/or reports as may be required by the Country Representative and the Management 
• Office management and attend to the needs of the office and be able to take a lead in office organisational activities
• Assist in accounting and budgeting on office and project related expenditures
• Liaise with CSOs, Media, facilitate in organising meetings, follow-up on all project related activities (programs) and day to day matters.
• Systematic documentation of programs, networking with CSOs, media and other stakeholders related to the project 
• Conduct research and documentation as maybe directed by the Country Manager and Project Officer to strengthen data collection and systematize documentation and reporting 
• Assist the Country Manager and his/her team to in preparing presentations, logistics and other office or workshop/conference related work as maybe required.
• Carry out any other related task/s required by the secretariat.

• Age: 24-45 years. 
• Gender: Male / Female. 
• Excellent command of written and spoken English. 
• Excellent project management and interpersonal skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and creative mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple, sometimes conflicting, priorities and to work cooperatively to build networks and satisfy needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and be part of a virtual team, thriving in a start-up environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel), IT skills and ability to quickly understand and use web based applications and platforms.
• Experience in working with social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
• Excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical clients.
• Graphics design ability is a plus.
• A reasonable knowledge of election management and election support activities 
• Sensitive to gender and different communities.
• Knowledge of the Myanmar language will be an advantage

Education &  Experience

• A university degree or a diploma or equivalent education in organisational management or a related field
• A minimum of two to three years of work experience, with a record of relevant accomplishments in the non-profit sector.
• Experience in project managing, rolling out, leading or coordinating program operations, especially with any other resource Center, will be regarded as a plus.
• Documented experience working in philanthropic/non-profit sector.  
• Good communication skills 

Soft skills for Positions

• Proactive with highly responsible attitude
• Self-motivated, reliable and diligent
• Willing to learn new things and welcoming of challenges
• Good communication and inter-personal skills in working as part of a team
• Fast learner, enthusiastic, energetic, and positive attitude towards other team members
• Ability to work under pressure and to do multi-tasking 
• Strong analytical skills
• Flexibility to work extended hours or during the weekend if required

The closing date for applications is May 30, 2015. If you are interested in applying for either position, please send the following documents (in English);

• Application letter
• CV with recent photograph
• A short statement (500 words maximum) in support of your application demonstrating how your skills meet the requirements of the post for which you are applying.
• Names and contact details of at least 2 references, at least one of which should be your job supervisor in your current or previous job or a professor at your university (if you have only recently graduated).
• Details of when you would be able to commence work if you were selected. 

Only short listed candidates will be notified for interviews.