Internship for Iran Program

Location:                Washington , DC  

Salary Range:           Unpaid 

Sector:                   Non Profit 

Organization URL: http://www.insideiran.org/

Experience:             Internship  

Date Posted            Jan-27-2012 

Description

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Description:
The Inside Iran Program, directed by Geneive Abdo, is seeking an intern to work closely with a research associate on a web-based bulletin as well as other activities of the Iran program.
Duties include:

• Collect articles each day on events in Iran and Iran-related developments in the region from English-language sources on the internet.
• Help in identifying influential Iranian commentators inside and outside Iran who could become contributors to the web site.
• Provide administrative support in efforts including organizing conferences, scheduling meetings, building and maintaining a data base and other activities for the overall Iran program.

Qualifications

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Qualifications:

• Strong writing skills required as well as an ability to work independently.
•  Applicant should have more than basic computer skills, including: the ability to post material on a website; ability to create a database; ability to navigate the internet for research purposes.
• Undergraduate study of Iranian studies, the Middle East, or relevant academic background
• Fluency in Arabic or Persian required

This is a part-time, unpaid position that could fulfill university requirements. The job offers an opportunity to become immersed in issues relating to US-Iran foreign policy and the Middle East with one of the leading Iran teams in Washington.  The job requires approximately 15 hours of employment per week. Deadline for applications is February 15, 2012.
To apply for this position, please send a CV and cover letter to editor@insideiran.org

Contact Details

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Contact:              Geneive Abdo

Telephone:                 202-745-5491

Email: editor@insideiran.org

Accounts Receivable Accountant

Location:             Washington, D.C., DC  

Sector:                 Non Profit 

Organization URL: http://www.acdivoca.org

Experience:           Mid Career  

Last Date To Apply       Mar-9-2012 

Date Posted                  Jan-27-2012 

Description

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 Since 1963 and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 90 projects in 40 countries and total revenues of $140 million.

We are seeking a D.C.-based Accounts Receivable Accountant to enter, monitor and analyze all accounts receivable activities, including employee advance accounts, member dues receivables and project receivables. Other responsibilities are to monitor A/R account balances in G/L and prepare A/R reconciliations; prepare monthly billings and invoices for various parties and donors; and prepare billing and claims analysis.

Qualifications

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A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in accounting or other related field and a minimum of two years of experience in a general accounting capacity is required. Experience should include U.S. government contracts, GAAP and nonprofit accounting. Candidates must be able to work with complex data, define problems, and have good communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Contact Details

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Contact:            Tatiana Tompkins

Telephone:            202-469-6000

Email: ttompkins@acdivoca.org

Application Instructions

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Please apply online at http://www.acdivoca.org/jobs or respond with résumé, cover letter and salary history to Attn: HR/AF-AR, 50 F Street NW, Suite 1075, Washington, DC 20001 or fax (202) 469-6255. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE/AA.

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Program Assistant –Middle East and North Africa

Location:               Washington, DC  

Salary Range:          Yes 

Sector:                  Non Profit 

Organization URL: http://www.cipe.org

Experience:            Entry Level  

Date Posted           Jan-27-2012 

Description

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The Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) strengthens democracy around the globe through private enterprise and market-oriented reform. CIPE is one of the four core institutes of the National Endowment for Democracy. Since 1983, CIPE has worked with business leaders, policymakers, and journalists to build the civic institutions vital to a democratic society. CIPE’s key program areas include anti-corruption, advocacy, business associations, corporate governance, democratic governance, access to information, the informal sector and property rights, and women and youth.
The Program Assistant for the Middle East and North Africa is responsible for providing program and administrative support for CIPE’s programs for the Middle East and North Africa region, with specific emphasis on Egypt and MENA regional initiatives.
Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain a project management framework to coordinate work of Washington DC headquarters and Cairo, Egypt field office.
• Create and maintain program, financial, correspondence and contract files, both in paper form and electronically
• Process and track payment requests, field office liquidations, travel expense reports, documents for signature, narrative and financial reports, etc.
• Prepare routine correspondence and mailings
• Communication with grantees
• Assist in writing and compiling quarterly reports, proposals and budgets
• Handle international travel arrangements, events, and local meeting logistics
•  Adhere to appropriate office procedures, CIPE and USAID policies and procedures

Qualifications

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• Bachelors degree or equivalent required
• 1-2 years of administrative office experience
• Ability to handle multiple, detail-oriented tasks simultaneously with limited supervision
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Background in international affairs and/or the Middle East with an emphasis on political and economic issues
• Computer skills, proficiency in MS-Office, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook. Internet research skills are highly desired. MS Project or similar a plus.
•  Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Competency in written and spoken Arabic is a plus.

Contact Details

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Email: jobs@cipe.org

Application Instructions

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Please send cover letter, resume, and two writing samples (five page limit) to jobs@cipe.org with MENAPA2-[YOUR LAST NAME] in the subject line.  Submissions demonstrating writer's ability to synthesize information are preferred.  Applications submitted without writing samples will not be considered.
Applications will be accepted and interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
 CIPE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CIPE offers a salary competitive with other international non-governmental organizations and an excellent benefits package.  Applicants must be legally able to work in the United States; CIPE is unable to sponsor employees for work visas.