Project Assistant/Manager

Company Information:

4points is a woman-owned Iraqi company that was founded in 2007, though its management team has been working together in the Middle East since 2003 at the grass-roots level. 4points promotes economic development in Iraq and includes work in areas such as, training, education, project planning and management, surveys and assessments, logistics and support for conferences and workshops, and capacity building for Iraqi government institutions, civil society organizations and small businesses. 4points implements various projects throughout Iraq for USAID, US Embassy, World Bank, USIP and MEPI.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance for various projects, including, administrative functions, preparation of documents (to include editing of translated materials, emails, and other correspondence), invoicing, and preparation of weekly/monthly reports (or reporting as needed)
• Executes work plans to meet the needs and requirements of the project
• Manage day-to-day client interaction; communicates effectively with clients to identify needs; and maintains follow up with clients
• Attend project related meetings and represent 4points in various settings
• Effectively communicates relevant project information to supervisors
• Plan and adhere to project timelines and deadlines
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Perform additional assignments and responsibilities as assumed or requested by supervisors
• Identifies opportunities for improvement and makes constructive suggestions for change
• Other administrative roles as required

Qualifications:

·         Minimum four year university degree, preferably with experience in international studies

·         Advanced degree preferred, or 1-2 years of relevant program experience accepted

·         Ability to interface and communicate with co-workers and clients effectively

·         Multi-tasking abilities and detail oriented

·         Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under stress in a challenging environment

Please send all CVs and inquiries to Alison Wittenberg, Director of Programs, at awittenberg@4pointsgroup.com.