JOB TITLE HERE: ECOSYSTEM ENGAGEMENT ASSOCIATE

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Location: Pristina, Kosovo

Group/Practice/Unit: Education

Who We Are

IREX is a global development and education organization. We strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world—where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people, and communities thrive. With a projected annual portfolio of more than $100 million and more than 600 staff worldwide, we work with partners in more than 100 countries in four areas essential to progress: cultivating leaders, empowering youth, strengthening institutions, and increasing access to quality education and information.

Summary of Position

IREX seeks a qualified Ecosystem Engagement Associate to support a five-year USAID-funded Private Sector-Led Workforce Development Activity in Kosovo. The activity will seek to harness the leadership of the private sector as a change agent to develop sustainable and innovative models to develop the Kosovo workforce in partnership with technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institutions

Under the guidance of the Ecosystem Relationships Manager the Ecosystem Engagement Associate will support efforts to build platforms for mutually beneficial collaboration and information sharing between program partners, including the private sector, TVETs, government and youth. The post holder will support planning and coordinate activities during learning exchanges and summits and carry out tasks as assigned to promote private sector, civil society and diaspora engagement.  

We are doers. Our decades of on-the-ground experience help us create greater impact, practical recommendations, and lasting partnerships.

Are you the next member of our team?

Your Background & Skills

• Kosovar citizenship or residency with work authorization is required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Diploma in a relevant subject area (for example, business management, administration, education) and 1+ years of progressively responsible training and events management experience; or college degree with 2+ years of training and project management experience with progressive responsibility in professional office and/or training setting. 
• Previous work in USAID or other donor-funded projects highly preferred. 
• High level of attention to detail, initiative, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently, unsupervised and cooperatively with team members. 
• Very good command of English Language is required 
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) 
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills including time management, ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced working environment, and ability to remain flexible while adhering to strict deadlines 
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and communications skills, both oral and written required 
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions 
• Positive attitude and willingness to support and assist colleagues.  

Your Daily Tasks

• Provide logistics support in the execution of Quarterly Alliance Exchanges and Learning Summits, which includes scheduling, organizing, and completing payments, contacting participants, preparing agendas, taking a register, etc. 
• Under the guidance of the Ecosystem Relationships Officer, support the execution of learning summits, deliverables, reports and other external facing communication.
• Support the coordination of training logistics/operations duties during project activities.
• Complete all administrative duties and tasks that are integral to the project’s events and activities, in close cooperation with the technical staff and management.
• Assist in general office coordination, planning, logistics and administrative functions.
• Support efficient communication with vendors, partners and participants, during and after training activities.
• Monitor and track project’s training and events calendar and support operational needs and ensure deadlines are met.
• Support the collection, entry and cleaning of project data.
• Contribute to the team’s effort by undertaking additional tasks and responsibilities as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Application submission instructions:

1. CV that emphasizes relevant experience for this assignment. Please include the country where you are currently located as well as countries/regions where you have experience, and relevant language skills.
2. Cover letter: Please submit a cover letter summarizing your qualifications and states. It should be to 1 page.

Use this Ecosystem Engagement Associate link to apply for this position. This position is open until filled. For best consideration, apply by June 30, 2022

We conduct background checks on all successful candidates.

This position is not eligible for Immigration Sponsorship.

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EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.

All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled