[CivilSoc] IREX Senior Coordinators and Coordinators

[Stephanie Hoke]

TITLE: Senior Coordinators and Coordinators 
POSITION LOCATIONS: Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Georgia,
and Azerbaijan
OPEN TO U.S. CITIZENS
ABOUT IREX: 
IREX is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement
of knowledge. Central to its mission is the empowering of individuals and
institutions to participate meaningfully in civil society. IREX administers
programs between Europe, Eurasia, the Near East, Asia and, the United
States.
SUMMARY OF POSITION: 
IREX seeks candidates for Senior Coordinators and Coordinators to manage NIS
student exchange programs in the NIS. These positions supervise local staff
and representatives throughout the region. Extensive travel is required. 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primary responsibilities include the following:
Management of IREX student exchange programs including supervising local
staff, managing office operations, providing monthly fiscal and program
reports, acting as liaison with US Government funding agencies, outreach to
host country governmental and non-governmental counterparts 
On-site implementation of student exchange programs, including publicity,
recruitment, selection and orientations, tracking alumni and developing
alumni activities 
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must be well organized, able to work independently, skilled at
prioritizing and handling multiple tasks, and willing to travel extensively
within the NIS. Other specific qualifications should include at a minimum: 
A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline 
An advanced command of the Russian language or local language 
Minimum two years professional and/or living experience in the NIS 
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills 
Basic knowledge of political, economic and social issues in the NIS 
Ability to work in a team environment 
Knowledge of computers and relevant software (MS Office, Excel, etc.) 
TO APPLY:
Submit cover letter and resume ASAP to: IREX/AS, Fax: (202) 628-8189;
E-mail: resumes@irex.org; No phone calls please. EOE