Project Assistant (full time)

Job Title: Project Assistant (full time) Location: Hanoi, Vietnam (with occasional travel) The Centre for Sustainable Development Studies (CSDS) is a Vietnamese non-governmental organisation, focusing on youth and community development as well as international volunteer exchange. Founded in 2009 and based in Hanoi, Vietnam, CSDS develops and implements programs in different areas of the country to contribute to the sustainable development of Vietnam. CSDS is currently looking for a new team member for its Youth Empowerment Program Team. Job Purpose: Provide assistance and work collaboratively and proactively with our team on specific project activities. Main tasks and responsibilities:

Assist the Team in the overall implementation of the project;
Assist the Team in coordinating the implementation of the project with the other partners such as NGOs and Youth Groups;
Assist the Team in monitoring the progress of the project;
Assist the Team in monitoring of the procurement of equipment needed for training;
Assist the Team in the preparation of the project completion report;
Organize and monitor schedules and ensure that deadlines are met;
Report updates verbally to management;
Help discern requirements and assign tasks to team member.

Experience:

Minimum of 1-year working experience in a relevant field is
mandatory;
NGO and youth work experience is preferable;
Experience in a non-formal education setting is desirable;
Experience in a cross-cultural environment is desirable.
University degree in social science, journalism, communications and/or development related studies.

Required Skills:

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;
Keen attention to detail and an aptitude for problem solving;
Able to proactively address potential issues;
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office;
Collaborative working style and team-player attitude;
Positive and encouraging personality;
Able to proactively address potential issues;
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office;
Collaborative working style and team-player attitude;
Positive and encouraging personality;
Able to work independently with little supervision;
Highly motivated with a strong work ethic;
Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to team’s success;
Outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks;
Able to thrive in a high-volume, deadline-driven work environment.

Required Knowledge:

Understanding of the youth context is highly desirable;
Knowledge of project management and/or human resource management, event management;
Knowledge of participatory approaches and frameworks.

Aptitude: