International Project Assistant - Global Resource Systems

Job Posting International Project Assistant The Justice Education Society’s (JES) mission is to build stronger communities by promoting understanding of, access to, and confidence in our justice system, at home and abroad. The Society provides hands-on, targeted justice-related educational services to the general public, youth, Aboriginals and immigrants throughout British Columbia, Canada and around the world. The Justice Education Society intends to hire a Project Assistant to support our International Programs in Central America. Title: International Project Assistant Description: The Society’s International Programs work in Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador to strengthen the capacities of the justice system. The programs focus on institution building to create good governance; adapting best practices from Canada to train justice sector officials. The assistant will work with the International Project Coordinator to implement the Society’s programs in Central America by:

Coordinating logistics for activities in Canada, and activities in Central America in coordination with the JES office in Guatemala
Coordinating travel arrangements for delegations to and from Central America
Managing project budgets and expense reporting
Assisting the International Programs Manager and International Project Coordinator with writing project reports
Translating materials for JES international
Interpreting in Spanish and English for delegations
Liaising with international visitors and agencies
Updating the International Programs website
Writing the International Programs quarterly newsletter
Coordinating public engagement events
Helping develop communication tools
Updating archives, database and documentation
Performing various administrative tasks

Required Skills:

Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish (fully bilingual)
Team player
Excellent communication and writing skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent coordination and administration skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task

The following will be considered an asset:

Basic editing skills for video and audio files
Familiarity with Central American issues
Familiarity with Canadian justice system

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years related work experience
University degree in a related field
Ability to travel when necessary
Ability to work evenings and weekends when necessary
Legally entitled to work in Canada

Deadline to apply: Friday, May 28, 2010 *Send cover letter and CV to International@JusticeEducation.ca (addressed to Evelyn Neaman, International Programs Manager) Details: Full time, contract position (June 2^nd, 2010 – March 31^st, 2011). Contract is renewable subject to funding approval. *Excellent medical and dental benefit package after 3 month probationary period. Pay Rate: $22/hour plus benefits* **Interviews will take place during the first week of June. Candidates should be able to start work immediately. **