Responsibilities: Support backstopping of various aspects of DG project(s), including start-up and close-out assistance; coordination with headquarters staff on logistics, procurement, budgets, and travel; project budget development, recruiting and onboarding assistance for technical consultants/personnel; collaborating with project staff to build capacity; and/or monitoring deliverables to ensure contract compliance; Participate in meetings with (home office and field) project teams and the client, typically USAID; Provide research on project- or proposal-specific material as requested; Provide DG marketing and communications support; Maintain virtual information knowledge systems for project implementation documentation; and Assist Sector Director or sector staff with discreet tasks as needed.

Qualifications:
Recently completed or in-progress Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in political science, international relations, public policy, or a related field required;
At least 1 year of professional experience desired, including some work or volunteerism overseas;
Demonstrated understanding of, academic excellence in, and desire to pursue a career in political science, public policy, project management, or international relations strongly preferred;
Knowledge of international donor development projects, especially USAID-funded projects, highly desired;
Outstanding interpersonal and intercultural communications skills are critical;
Project management experience desired;
Speaking and reading proficiency in at least one foreign language highly desired (especially Spanish and/or French);
Experience in MS Office Suite, with understanding of SharePoint desirable; and
Ability to remain poised and focused in a fast-paced environment.