Project Specialist

Join Our Team as a Project Specialist at the International Republican Institute (IRI)!

Number of Positions: Multiple

ABOUT IRI

The International Republican Institute (IRI) advances democracy and freedom. We link people with their governments support politicians to be responsive to citizens and motivate those citizens to engage in the political process.

At IRI every employee plays a crucial role in advancing our mission across the globe. Were looking for passionate individuals who embody our Core Values and are eager to contribute to our dynamic team. Our values include:

• Excellence: We deliver quality results by investing in our people.
• Freedom: We embrace exploration and experimentation to stay agile and responsive.
• Respect: We trust empathize and empower each other.
• Teamwork: We value the power of global collaboration.
• Transparency: We believe in open communication and clear decision-making.
• Accountability: Personal responsibility is the foundation of our success.

ABOUT THE TEAM & ROLE: PROJECT DELIVERY TEAM PROJECT SPECIALIST

The International Republican Institutes Project Delivery Team (PDT) provides critical project management and operational expertise to the Institute. They support project implementation in addition to integrating the input of IRIs technical and regional experts. The PDT ensures consistency technical quality and the overall impact of projects and project operations/workflows. This team also plays a pivotal role in our organizational evolution piloting new processes and systems for scalable growth. The Project Specialist will be based in the PDT and work closely with regional program teams to provide support to project delivery as assigned.

This is a hybrid position located in Washington DC.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports and in select cases oversees implementation of specific projects and associated activities under the supervision of the Project Delivery Team lead and in close collaboration with the relevant Regional teams.

• Under direction of the PDT and Program Managers leads project kick-off and set up processes.

• Maintains an understanding of funder and IRI policies and procedures related to grant compliance and oversight.

• Understands and ensures alignment with and adherence to grants substantive financial and compliance requirements.

• In coordination with regional teams advances the logistical and administrative aspects of project delivery and implementation including but not limited to travel logistics venue selection participant communication material preparation and similar.

• In coordination with relevant staff monitors budget and project expenditures to ensure that IRI projects remain within budget allocations that expenses are properly projected and proactively flags potential concerns or issues.

• Supports monitoring and evaluation efforts for grants assigned.

• Works with regional teams to support the development of high quality quarterly semi-annual final and other relevant reports for funders.

• Supports proposal package development including drafting or reviewing sections and compiling related documentation as assigned.

• Helps oversee workloads and tasks of Project Associate as assigned

• Anticipates potential problems and offers solutions.

• Travels as needed for program oversight and implementation.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Note: This post is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties or skills required in this role. Further details of the role will be shared during the recruitment process.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

We seek a passionate and experienced individual with:

• Undergraduate degree in public policy political science international relations or related field.

• Minimum three years professional experience in project implementation or administrative coordination. Experience working on democracy and governance programs is a plus.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail including ability to track timelines deliverables and documentation across multiple projects.

• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.

• Experience working with U.S. Government-funded projects and familiarity with USG regulations and processes.

• Experience with program management program implementation and basic accounting necessary to draft and oversee a budget.

• Ability to liaise effectively with internal teams and external partners.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team across departments or with external partners.

• Comfortable in fast-paced environments and able to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Ability to travel occasionally including new and challenging environments.

IRI TOTAL COMPENSATION

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $58777 to $88165 USD.

The salary for this position is determined based on a wide variety of factors including but not limited to an individuals professional experience qualifications education and other business needs along with internal equity considerations. Employees are not typically hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are made based on the aforementioned considerations.

WE OFFER

An empathetic and dedicated work environment with generous benefits that demonstrates IRIs commitment to all dimensions of employee wellness including:

• Health and Wellness Support: Significant coverage of health dental and vision insurance costs. Meaningful assistance programs through an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) access to Headspace (a mental health support app) and Rula (access to mental health experts)
• Long-term Financial Health: Retirement plan with generous employer contribution (vested after 12 months)
• Hybrid and Flexible Work: Hybrid and telework options with Flex Fridays observed across the Institute.
• Time Off: Company-paid holidays parental leave generous vacation sick and personal leave days.
• Family Support: Back-up dependent care through Dependent Care FSA
• Learning and Development Opportunities: Annual allowance for professional development courses and seminars along with access to world-class E-Learning via eCornell.
• Compensation Equity: Regular competitive review of internal and external equity to ensure fairness in pay for employees working in similar jobs requiring comparable knowledge skills and experience.

Benefits professional development and flexibility offerings may vary based on employment classification and location.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS RESUME COVER LETTER REFERENCES

In your application please include a copy of your most up-to-date resume along with a cover letter that outlines your background and explains why you are interested in this opportunity. Additionally please include the contact details of at least 2-3 professional references. If you are selected for an interview we will contact your references before the final interview.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority