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The Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.
The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center’s many programs and activities are available at The Carter Center.
SUMMARY:
The Carter Center’s Guinea Worm Eradication Program (GWEP) has a large multi-disciplinary research portfolio that is designed to investigate remaining transmission uncertainties along the human-animal-environment nexus and to accelerate the development and deployment of novel interventions (e.g., diagnostic assays, therapeutics) to interrupt disease transmission and generate an evidence base for inclusion in certification dossiers.
The Program Assistant – Research will support the administrative needs of the GWEP research portfolio, including but not limited to contracting, invoice processing, procurement, and coordinating international travel. The position will work in coordination with the Senior Associate Director of Research and national program staff (e.g., The Carter Center’s Research Coordinators and Senior Country Representatives) to ensure logistical needs are addressed so the research can be executed efficiently and effectively in the field. The Program Assistant – Research reports directly to the Senior Associate Director of Research for the GWEP and works with other members of the GWEP’s Research & Innovation Team as well as the program’s Implementation & Administration and Data Teams. The position also liaises with various external partners.
Due to the travel locations, Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) is required.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Ensures compliance with all organizational policies and procedures.
Coordinates efficient office procedures in support of program activities, including updates to the department’s Standard Operating Procedures, as requested.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines. All non-exempt employees must reside within the state of Georgia. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
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