Senior Program Assistant

Chemonics International seeks applications for a long term, full time position for the USAID-funded Vietnam Strengthening Provincial Capacity (SPC) program. SPC is a four-year program aimed at improving the efficacy and sustainability of economic reform-oriented provincial capacity building services. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

1. Purpose

The Senior Program Assistant assists the SPC program technical staff and Chief of Party in technical research and program logistics.

2. Illustrative Duties

Work closely with SPC staff to ensure that technical activities are consistent with strategic objectives.
Assist the SPC technical team in organizing meetings, events, and trainings with program counterparts in coordination with the support from Operations team.
Travel with the SPC technical team for meetings, events, and trainings with program counterparts
Maintain detailed records/files of program information
Provide contextual analysis through research on and reporting of key trends in SPC’s technical areas and with program counterparts
Produce written reporting products as requested by USAID and the SPC team
Communicate and brief Chemonics, USAID, and counterparts as appropriate on program information and local developments
Ask as backup Operations Assistant as needed.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor to achieve the project’s goals and objectives

3. Minimum Qualifications

University degree required
A minimum of 5 years of experience in program/project management, preferably with USAID or donor-funded projects
Experience conducting research and analysis for a donor-funded organization or NGO preferred
Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets and preparation of reports with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Professional level in English and Vietnamese

Application Instructions:

Please apply at the below link by 11:59 pm on July 20, 2020. Please attach a copy of your resume and cover letter as instructed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding the next stages of the process.

Link to Application Form

Chemonics is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, gen etic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.