Vacancy announcement
POSITION: Intern(s)
OPEN TO: University undergraduate students
OPENING DATE: March 30, 2016
CLOSING DATE: 5 PM on April 13, 2016 or until suitable candidate is hired
LOCATION: Yerevan, Armenia
WORK HOURS: Interns will not work more than 10 hours per week, which will not interfere with
their studies.
START DATE: June 29, 2016
DURATION: Internship program will last six months with possible extension.
Basic Function of Position:
The primary responsibility of the interns will be to work with staff members of all Peace Corps Armenia units to provide day-to-day support. S/he will be responsible for assisting with general clerical duties, organizing and preparing resources and materials for training events, coordinating schedules and agendas, preparing materials for Volunteers, and participating in special projects. Some translation will be required. During our 11-week Pre-Service Training (PST) in the spring, interns will work primarily with our programming and training staff.
The candidate must pass a background check conducted by the U.S. Embassy before starting work.
Peace Corps provides a small stipend to interns.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: The candidate should be a current university undergraduate student.
Language Proficiency: Fluent or near fluent in both English and Armenian.
Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes: Working knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheets and databases; Ability to meet deadlines; Possess meticulous work habits, attention to detail, and the highest level of integrity and honesty; Ability to manage busy work schedules; Ability to use a variety of office equipment; Skill in maintaining an efficient filing system; Skill in providing exceptional customer service; Skill in working well as a team member.
TO APPLY:
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following by 5 PM on April 13, 2016:
- Cover Letter in English that describes your qualifications
- A current resume or curriculum vitae in English
- Names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three references who are not related to you (for example, current or former professor, teacher or advisor) in English.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Irina Arzumanyan, by e-mail: vacancyam@peacecorps.gov. In the subject line, please, write “Internship”. Alternatively, you can drop off applications at 33 Charents Street, Yerevan 0025, Armenia
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
Peace Corps Armenia provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Selected candidates will be invited for an interview. Please, no phone calls.