JOB TITLE: WORKFORCE INNOVATION 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 Workforce Innovation 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 in sector Alliances.

Under the guidance of the Workforce Innovation Manager the Workforce Innovation Associate will support efforts to provide tailored training and technical assistance to recipients of Workforce Innovation Grants and a selection of Cisco pilot institutions, and support linking of feedback mechanisms to the Alliances and MEL.

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.
• Ability to 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 and 2+ years of training and events 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

• Complete administrative duties and tasks that are integral to the project’s events and activities, in close coordination with the technical staff and management. 
• Perform duties associated with administering, scheduling, organizing, and operating workshops, trainings and events, including but not limited to drafting training materials, contacting participants, preparing agendas, taking a register, designing materials, recommending vendors for services, overseeing the production and distribution of materials, coordinating logistics, and serving as liaison among the different stakeholders. 
• Design a calendar of events to keep track of the project’s events in coordination with the technical team. 
• Provide admin support in organizing accommodation and transport schedules for PSWD and participant teams - these will typically include liaising with service providers to facilitate timely and effective hotel bookings plus road and/or flight schedules as applicable.
• Monitor and track the project’s trainings and events regarding timelines and ensure deadlines are met. 
• Support the Data and Performance Manger in data collection and data reviews, as needed.
• Support efficient communication with training participants before, during and after training activities and manage all aspects related to training activities.
• Represent the project publicly
• Includes travel throughout Kosovo
• 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 link for Workforce Innovation Associate 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