Program Assistant

Program Assistant

We are seeking a Program Assistant based in Washington DC. The PA will support our Fulbright program activities, manage the Fulbright Foreign Student Program, and contribute to our social media efforts. As the PA, you will work with a Program Officer to manage students' caseloads and conduct placement activities. You will also assume responsibilities that pertain to and require the assistance of the Fulbright department as a whole. Your responsibilities will include the following:

Assist with the university placement and monitoring of Fulbright students from the Middle East & North Africa

Speak with Fulbright students, AMIDEAST field staff, U.S. colleges & universities, Department of State representatives, and Fulbright Binational Commission staff

Support us by supervising and training the Fulbright program intern(s)

Represent AMIDEAST and the Fulbright program while visiting university representatives and at conferences or seminars

Coordinate university application submissions, track admission decisions, and maintain student files and databases

Help us with coordinating student workshops and orientations, processing and reconciling student payments, as well as enroll and maintain students' health insurance coverage

Perform other tasks as may be required

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel

Great research skills, strong attention to detail, and organizational skills

Interest in the Middle East & North Africa and/or International Education

Knowledge of Arabic and/or French

Experience working with students is a plus

Benefits:

Please provide a cover letter, resume and salary requirements. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

AMIDEAST is an Equal Opportunity Employer