ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Program Associates - Civic DEFENDERS (PAs) support a complex global coalition at the intersection of human rights and technology. These two positions will support a global Internet freedom initiative that will support local civil society, independent media, and human rights defenders to better prevent and respond to digital repression in their own contexts.
The Program Associate is a unique, multi-faceted entry-level role that offers the incumbent the opportunity to develop administrative and project management skills and develop an understanding of how human rights and technology intersect. Under the guidance of the Program Officer (PO) and in coordination with the larger project team (including the Senior Advisors, MEL team, and Communications team), the PAs will participate in the direct implementation of a USAID-funded foreign assistance program by providing administrative and logistical support on a variety of project tasks, including administrative and technical support under the supervision of the Program Officer. The PAs will be expected to perform mid-level tasks requiring prior experience, education, or training, and will be responsible for administrative level support for a variety of activities within the Civic DEFENDERS project.
LOGISTICS
Internews has Headquarters offices in Arcata, CA, Washington, DC and London, UK which support a hybrid workforce with staff working remotely, fully in-office, or partially remote. This is a remote-based role; candidates must possess independent work authorization in their location that does not require sponsorship from Internews.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply soon.
There are two vacant Program Associate positions. These are limited-term positions, with expected end dates of 30 September 2029.
OUR COMMITMENT TO FOSTERING A CULTURE OF BELONGING
We are an organization of dynamic, mission-driven individuals who are passionate about our core values and about supporting positive change in the world. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation and flexibility. We believe that diverse teams are strong teams and work to support an ethic of belonging, dignity, and justice for all people. Our current team includes a mix of genders, parents and non-parents, and people of multiple races, nationalities, ages, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic backgrounds. We are an EEO employer and encourage candidates of all races, genders, ages, orientations, ethnicities, and national origins to apply, and welcome those with alternative backgrounds and experiences.
DAY-TO-DAY TASKS will include:
Administration and Project Support
Writing & Research
Values and Flexibility
QUALIFICATIONS WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Required
Preferred
Note: Candidates who do not have these preferred qualifications, but who are interested and willing to learn, are encouraged to apply.
This is an hourly, non-exempt position; the range for this position is US $24.42 - $30.53 per hour, equivalent to US $50,800 - $63,500 per annum. Please note that this salary range applies to US-based candidates only. Learn more about US benefits on our Benefits page.
For candidates based outside the US, the engagement mechanism, benefits eligibility, and salary structure that apply will ultimately be based on multiple factors and will be reviewed during the hiring process.
Internews Network is an EEO/AAP/OFCCP employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. Internews does not discriminate based on race, gender, gender identity or orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.