Project Assistant

Major Duties and Responsibilities Manage and coordinate the daily calendar of the Director and project team members. Keep records of all information related to project for documentation, clarification and presentation to management. Keep track of all activities, and ensure deadlines are met by all project teams. Make arrangements for meetings, presentations, seminars and trainings being organized and call the attention to them where and when they are needed. Attend meetings as required and submit detailed notes thereof. Assist in planning project activities and events and provide logistical support.  Collect data, sort, file and send out project files to the right personnel, workers, and stakeholders Write letters and send them to appropriate bodies, and receive incoming mails Keep track of contract deadlines, and assist in financial operations, purchasing, accounting and office supplies. Translate short documents and reports from Arabic to English and from Arabic to English. Provide input on creation of office operational policies and procedures; ensure that all new staff and volunteers are provided with copies of the office policies manual and training manual.   Qualifications: Bachelor in Management, Administration, Business or a related academic field or equivalent. 3 to 5 years of work experience in the admin field. Excellent computer skills Proficiency in English and Arabic; French will be an asset   Excellent organizational skills Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and strong personality.  Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure, meet deadlines and be detail oriented. Demonstrate a high level of professionalism. Translation experience from Arabic to English and from Arabic to English. Commitment to human rights issues.