Temporary Project Assistant-Political Process

About Us 

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is currently seeking candidates for a temporary 2-month (75-100 %), no benefits, position with the possibility of extension with the NDI’s Political Parties Team. The Temporary Project Assistant will provide administrative and logistical support to the Political Parties Team and assist with program support to regional teams. The position will be based in Washington, DC.

About the Role 

Provides administrative and logistical support to the Political Parties Team and assists with program support to regional teams. In addition, this position includes monitoring political developments and assisting with research on political party organizing practices and party programming. The Political Parties Team is responsible for advising and assisting NDI's regional teams and local and international partners in the development and implementation of political party programs around the world. This position is based in Washington, DC and the anticipated start date is late May, 2024 until late July 2024.

Your Purpose and Impact: 

• Provide logistical support to the Team including arranging travel and managing logistics for meetings and conferences;
• Contribute to various written documents specific to the Team;
• Organize team files and contact databases and ensure they are up-to-date;
• Create initial drafts, prepare expense reports and monitor expenses against budget;
• Assist with the collection of best practices and lessons learned in party programming;
• Facilitate communication/collaboration between the Political Parties Team and other NDI teams and international partners;
• Anticipate administrative needs and, with guidance, take appropriate action; and other administrative support as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with coursework in political science, international relations, regional studies or additional years of relevant work experience may be substituted for educational requirement on a one-for-one basis;
• Fluency in a foreign language (particularly Arabic, French, Russian, or Spanish) and/or technical knowledge specific to the needs of the team highly desired
• Demonstrated interest in international issues related to democratic processes and institutions, and the role of elections in promoting inclusive and equitable democratic reform;
• Strong attention to detail with experience prioritizing and managing multiple tasks;
• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills;
• Experience with event planning and managing logistics is strongly desired; 
• Experience with Google Apps (Gmail, Calendar, Google Drive, G+, etc.) strongly desired;
• Experience with social media platforms, including Facebook and X (formerly known as Twitter), strongly preferred;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
• Ability to work independently and with others in a fast-paced environment;
• Weekday availability of 40 hours per week for at least three (3) months.

What We Offer: 

We offer an environment committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging as a core part of our culture. We strive to foster empowerment and belonging as these values are central to our mission and to our impact. We believe that diversity in thought helps us solve the complex problems we face around the globe.  

To be considered for a Temporary Project Assistant at NDI, you must have completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree. The hourly rate for candidates with a completed Bachelor's degree is $17.00.  The hourly rate for candidates with a completed Master's degree is $18.00.  

*Please note – temporary hires at NDI are paid hourly, are classified as non-exempt, and are therefore eligible to receive overtime pay. Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, including insurance and retirement plan benefits, and paid time off. Temporary employees of NDI-DC are not represented by the NDI Union.  

Additional Information:  

While there may be flexibility for remote/hybrid work environment, and to comply with tax and legal obligations, successful candidates must be residents of MD, DC, MD, or VA, or relocate prior to the start of employment at NDI.  

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. NDI does not provide sponsorship. 

NDI is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). As such, NDI makes employment decisions and provides equal employment opportunity without regard to an applicant’s or employee’s race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state and local laws. As an equa