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International Republican Institute · 4 hours ago

Project Specialist

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$60K/yr - $76K/yr

3+ years exp

The International Republican Institute (IRI) advances democracy and freedom and is seeking a Project Specialist to join their Project Delivery Team. The role involves supporting project implementation, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and collaborating with regional teams to enhance project delivery and operational efficiency.

Non ProfitPolitics

Responsibilities

Supports, and in select cases oversees, implementation of specific projects and associated activities under the supervision of the Project Delivery Team lead and in close collaboration with the relevant Regional teams

Under direction of the PDT and Program Managers, leads project kick-off and set up processes

Maintains an understanding of funder and IRI policies and procedures related to grant compliance and oversight

Understands and ensures alignment with and adherence to grants’ substantive, financial, and compliance requirements

In coordination with regional teams, advances the logistical and administrative aspects of project delivery and implementation, including but not limited to travel, logistics, venue selection, participant communication, material preparation and similar

In coordination with relevant staff, monitors budget and project expenditures to ensure that IRI projects remain within budget allocations, that expenses are properly projected and proactively flags potential concerns or issues

Supports monitoring and evaluation efforts for grants assigned

Works with regional teams to support the development of high quality quarterly, semi-annual, final, and other relevant reports for funders

Supports proposal package development including drafting or reviewing sections and compiling related documentation, as assigned

Helps oversee workloads and tasks of Project Associate, as assigned

Anticipates potential problems and offers solutions

Travels as needed for program oversight and implementation

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Project implementationGrant complianceBudget managementPublic policy degreeU.S. Government projectsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solvingFast-paced environment

Required

Undergraduate degree in public policy, political science, international relations, or related field

Minimum three years' professional experience in project implementation or administrative coordination. Experience working on democracy and governance programs is a plus

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including ability to track timelines, deliverables and documentation across multiple projects

Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills

Experience working with U.S. Government-funded projects and familiarity with USG regulations and processes

Experience with program management, program implementation, and basic accounting necessary to draft and oversee a budget

Ability to liaise effectively with internal teams and external partners

Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team across departments or with external partners

Comfortable in fast-paced environments and able to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines

Ability to travel occasionally, including new and challenging environments

Benefits

Health and Wellness Support: Significant coverage of health, dental, and vision insurance costs. Meaningful assistance programs through an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and Rula (access to mental health experts).

Long-term Financial Health: Retirement plan with generous employer contribution (vested after 12 months).

Hybrid and Flexible Work: Hybrid and telework options.

Time Off: Company-paid holidays, parental leave, generous vacation, sick, and personal leave days.

Family Support: Dependent Care FSA

Learning and Development Opportunities: Annual allowance for professional development courses and seminars along with access to world-class E-Learning via eCornell.

Compensation Equity: Regular competitive review of internal and external equity to ensure fairness in pay for employees working in similar jobs requiring comparable knowledge, skills, and experience.