International Project Coordinator I – Division Support
Job Description
ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
EDC’s International Development Division (IDD) focuses on four major areas: literacy and basic education, youth livelihoods and workforce development, global health and the application of technologies. Within these four areas, programs support national school reform efforts, HIV/AIDS prevention, training youth in workforce skills, helping countries expand economic opportunity and build civic society, as well as supporting and building the capacity of communities and local governing bodies.
POSITION SUMMARY
EDC has an opening for an International Project Coordinator (I) – Division Support (French-speaking), in the International Development Division (IDD) reporting to the International Project Associate. This position is located in EDC’s headquarters in Waltham, MA.
The International Project Coordinator (I) – Division Support supports administrative, programmatic, research, operational, and communications functions in the division. While the work for this position is mostly administrative and communications-related, there will be opportunities for the International Project Coordinator (I) – Division Support to support one or two projects and/or provide back-up support to existing projects in Francophone Africa.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The person in this position is expected to communicate clearly and courteously using multiple platforms (in-person, virtual meetings applications, social media); to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, collaborators, co-workers, field sites, and funders; and to work respectfully with EDC colleagues. The job requires adherence to EDC policies & procedures.
Under management oversight, the International Project Coordinator (I) – Division Support provides support to division staff in the US and abroad, including:
DIVISION AND COMMUNICATION DUTIES:
PROJECT COORDINATION DUTIES:
Qualifications
This position requires educational achievement; excellent writing and communication skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and effectively in groups; and strong interpersonal & organizational skills. Specific requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education & experience
· Master’s degree or equivalent combination of training & education in a related field preferred
· 2–4 years related research, education, international development or administrative coordination experience, requiring computer competence
· Strong organizational & analytical skills and aptitude for details
· Knowledge of social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
· Professional fluency in French required. Spanish language skills in addition to French are a plus
· Prior experience building or maintaining SharePoint sites
· International experience preferred
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
As an EOE/AA employer, EDC does not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, and veteran or disability status. EDC is a smoke-free workplace.