Chemonics International is seeking an Operations Associate for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Business Unit (RBU). The MENA RBU portfolio includes current projects in Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Tunisia, and Libya; new business in the West Bank, Egypt, Yemen, and Morocco; and covers a wide variety of technical sectors including economic growth, water and energy, democracy and governance, and peace, education, stability, and transition. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities:
• Assists in responding appropriately and quickly to requests for support from internal and external clients; follows established policies, processes, and procedures
• Follows up on assigned operations tasks within established processes and procedures
• Organizes meetings and drafts meeting agendas
• Prepares correspondence for immediate supervisor for review and signature
• Organizes and maintains executive files and oversees BU filing systems
• Backstops operations team on their overseas assignments
• Assists with archiving, audits, and management of closed project(s)
• Assists proposal teams in specific line roles, including past performance writer, corporate capabilities writer, or other roles as appropriate under supervision
• Tracks all staff travel, leave schedules, and contact information
• Prepares and distributes BU calendar of activities, deadlines, and staff vacation and travel
• Coordinates with office services and IT support on facility, equipment, and supply needs
• Prepares/files personnel forms, purchase orders, travel authorizations, and other standard forms
• Assists with calendar management/scheduling and meeting preparations for executive management
• Helps prepare presentation materials, documents, and other printed materials
• Performs other duties as required
Qualifications:
• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience with data entry, filing, cataloguing, retrieving, and preserving records preferred
• Communicates clearly and concisely in verbal and/or written communications
• Demonstrated experience multitasking with attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Demonstrated experience following standard practices and procedures, receiving general instruction and supervision, and contributing to projects and initiatives, whether in an academic or professional setting
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Works independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated resourcefulness in problem-solving and initiative to learn new skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Willingness to travel up to 8 weeks per year
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility and integrity
Apply by 11:59 PM EST March 9, 2023. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
Chemonics is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Chemonics is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Military veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
Chemonics will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by Chemonics, or (c) consistent with Chemonics legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
COVID-19 Recruitment Information
Chemonics International is continuously monitoring COVID-19 activity around the world. The health and wellbeing of our staff and potential candidates is of the utmost importance to us and we continue to offer virtual interviews for all on-going recruits. On-boarding for new staff is offered in hybrid format through our Washington, D.C. and London, UK offices to accommodate remote workers.
COVID-19 Vaccination Information
Chemonics requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated.
The Hourly Pay Range for this position is: $21.96 - $27.46.
An employee’s pay position will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, ESOP, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible to US based employees. Please visit https://chemonics.com/life-at-chemonics/our-benefits/ to find out more about the benefits this position is eligible for.
Founded in 1975, Chemonics is an international development consulting firm. In more than 70 countries around the globe, our network of 5,000 specialists share a simple belief: that the challenges we face today are best solved through the right partnerships — sharing knowledge, expertise, and experience to deliver results. As part of our culture and values, Chemonics is proud to be named a “Best Place to Work” in the Human Rights campaign Foundation’s 2021 Corporate Equality Index. Where Chemonics works, development works. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter or visit us at www.chemonics.com.
