- A college diploma in administration or a related area or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proficiency in French and English (reading, writing and speaking).
- Relevant and recent experience in administration and program support preferably in a field related to the program areas of IDRC.
- The ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize competing tasks to deliver high-quality outputs within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated initiative and ability to synthesize information and plan for next steps.
- Aligned with the IDRC's culture and value statements: At IDRC we are respectful, intentional and accountable.
- A skilled communicator with great interpersonal, verbal and written skills.
- A team player who is confident working with a multidisciplinary group of people from diverse cultures.
- Well organized, with great attention to details and problem-solving skills.
- Capable of effectively managing time, organizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.
- Flexible, adaptable and able to contribute to a positive and fast-paced working environment with multiple competing priorities.
- Providing administrative, coordination, logistical and communication support to a highly engaged and dedicated team.
- Refining and improving standard operational processes and workflows.
- Organizing and coordinating internal and external in-person, virtual and hybrid meetings, workshops and other IDRC events over different time zones.
- Supporting the management of budget allocations and expenditures.
- Coordinating, monitoring and supporting the project completion process.
- Taking initiative and bringing continuous innovations to your work.
- Joining an organization that values and models diversity, inclusion, and equity.
Operations and Program Assistant - Ottawa, Canada - International Development Research Centre
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We are a crown corporation that has more than 350 dedicated employees who come from a variety of backgrounds and speak more than 25 languages. They work from our six offices around the world, in Ottawa, Amman, Dakar, Montevideo, Nairobi and New Delhi on a variety of projects and initiatives.
Are you looking for a career opportunity? Do you want to give meaning to your professional achievements and contribute to making the world a better place by playing a part in international development? Are you passionate about playing a key role in the efficient and effective functioning of the Program Division's operational processes and program activities? IDRC is the place for you
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