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Job Location: Atlantic Council Headquarters - Washington, DC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Seniority Level: Entry
Job Category: Staff
The Atlantic Council seeks a talented, motivated, and organized individual for a dynamic position as a Project Assistant within the Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center. The selected candidate will be deeply involved in the day-to-day operations of and provide support to the Center's Brazil and G20 programming, including the planning and production of public/private convenings and events, and supporting on research and writing projects. In addition, the selected candidate will have the opportunity to be involved in the conceptualization and implementation of other projects across the Center.
This position requires a proven ability to communicate effectively in English, superior ability to multitask, excellent administrative skills, strong attention to detail, a collaborative disposition, a positive attitude, and knowledge of diplomatic and governmental protocols. The ideal candidate will possess excellent project and time management, event planning skills, and a strong record of supporting programs and events. The Project Assistant will possess a comprehensive understanding of political, economic, and social issues in the region and an interest in US foreign policy toward the region. This position is for a six-month initial period with the possibility of extension.
The position is based in Washington, DC on a hybrid schedule. Pay is commensurate with experience, education, and organizational equity, with offers starting at $24.04 per hour.
- Assist with ongoing projects, including planning events; and conducting research, writing, and editing documents, including memos, talking points and activity summaries.
- Help coordinate onsite, offsite, and virtual events, including coordinating VIP arrivals and departures, guest management, and AV coordination.
- Provide research, administrative, and logistical assistance to lines of programming within the Center with a focus on Brazil and G20 work.
- Help coordinate engagement with external stakeholders in multilateral organizations, financial institutions, government, and the private sector, in the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean, Africa, and Europe.
- Produce relevant readouts and summaries of meetings both for internal record keeping and external knowledge sharing.
- Bachelor's degree in international affairs, political economy, public policy, communications, public affairs, or a related field.
- Approximately 1-2 years relevant work experience.
- Proven knowledge of political, economic, and social issues in the LAC region.
- Superior writing, communication, and analytic skills. Spanish highly desired, Portuguese a plus.
- Proven track record in supporting multiple projects simultaneously and a demonstrated ability to work efficiently and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in monitoring and evaluation of program activities.
- Excellent organizational, logistical, and administrative skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
The Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center broadens understanding of regional transformations and delivers constructive, results-oriented solutions to inform how the public and private sectors can advance hemispheric prosperity.
All Atlantic Council employees are required to adhere to the Atlantic Council's vaccination policy. All Atlantic Council employees must be fully vaccinated and boosted, and they must submit proof of both vaccination and COVID-19 booster shot on their first day of employment. Prospective or new employees may seek an exemption to the vaccination requirement through human resources and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment.
Please note: The Atlantic Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and District of Columbia civil rights regulations and policies, the Atlantic Council does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics covered by applicable law. The Atlantic Council provides reasonable accommodation for all qualified applicants needing assistance, employees whose disability, sincere religious belief, or other protected characteristics are protected by law, and bases all employment decisions on qualifications, merit, and business need. The Atlantic Council believes that equity and inclusion amongst our team members are critical to our success as a global organization, and seeks to recruit, develop, and advance the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Eligibility to work in the United Stated is confirmed with E-Verify; employment at the Atlantic Council is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Our commitments are to recruit, train, and retain a diverse team; foster and celebrate our diversity; and, ensure that our publications and convenings are inclusive.