PROGRAM ASSISTANT International democracy and governance assistance NGO seeks a qualified and dedicated Program Assistant to work on its Africa and Near East project team. Based primarily in Washington, the PA will assist in the development and implementation of democracy support programs in West and Central Africa. Duties will include developing proposals and project budgets, drafting project reports, conducting research utilizing English and French resources, French/English translation and administrative tasks such as contracting consultants, monitoring finances, maintaining correspondence. Several years similar work experience is highly desired. Skill requirements: B.A. Degree in international affairs, political science or related discipline; fluency (spoken and written) in French; excellent organizational, writing, research and communication skills; attention to detail; ability to meet deadlines and to work independently. Coursework in African studies or work/travel experience in Africa! preferred. Applicants should mail or fax a cover letter and rÈsumÈ to: PA/AFR, 1101 15th St., NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC 20005. Fax: (202) 452-0804. Deadline for submission of resumes is February 29, 2000. For a full position listing and more information on IFES, visit us at www.ifes.org. No calls please. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe/subscribe or view archives of postings, go to the Gambia-L Web interface at: http://maelstrom.stjohns.edu/archives/gambia-l.html ----------------------------------------------------------------------------