Programmes Assistant Pakistan

Programmes Assistant

Organization :READ Foundation

Posted :21 May 2024

Closing date: 30 Jun 2024

Job Description & Person Specification

Programmes Assistant

Salary: £300 - £400 per month

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Location: Based in Pakistan

Reports to: Programmes Manager

Closing Date: Rolling (Interviews to be conducted on a rolling basis) READ Foundation is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work, along with encouraging a healthy work life balance.

About READ Foundation

READ Foundation (RF) is a UK based registered charity working to provide access to quality education to vulnerable children in our regions of work. We create opportunities for orphan and needy children to go to school, to gain an education and build a better life for themselves. We currently focus on constructing new schools, providing sponsorship for orphans, and are now expanding our educational portfolio to reflect the large humanitarian and development needs ongoing throughout the world.

Purpose of Job

The Programmes Assistant will support the Programmes Coordinator and Programmes Officer in administering RF’s portfolio of education projects across the globe. The role holder’s primary role will be to provide administration assistance to the programmes team ensuring effective project management and administration of RF’s educational projects in Pakistan.

Main Responsibilities:

Project administration

Administration and reporting

Support the team with efficient document management, including storing of all project information and supporting documents.

Assist in the development of project reports for various stakeholders.

Maintain effective communication internally between departments to ensure up to date information is available on the status of our projects. Some follow up will be required for reporting from field offices and partners.

Contract management support

Support the Programmes Coordinator/Programme Officer in concept note and proposal development in coordination with other members.

Follow up on project-related donor queries through swift and efficient communication.

Oversee logistical support with the Programmes Coordinator and HR to ensure processes are developed and abided to for field trips (internal or external).

Risk management

Learn and follow up on RF’s partner due diligence framework with selected organisations.

Contribute to an effective culture of risk management across the organisation (both at HQ and field office level).

Company benefits

The position also comes with the following benefits:

32 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays and company-wide holidays)

Awards for employee of the year

Paid time off for bereavement, sick days and medical appointments

Investment in training, professional growth and development

How to apply

Instructions to Apply

Please send your full CV and supporting letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the person specification for the post via the following link:

https://apply.workable.com/readfoundationuk/j/67C94C962F/

Two satisfactory references will be required upon conditional offer.

Safeguarding Commitment: At READ Foundation, we are unwavering in our dedication to creating a safe and secure environment for all, especially children and vulnerable adults. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of sexual exploitation and abuse. To uphold this commitment, this role necessitates background checks and strict adherence to our safeguarding policies and procedures. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and pledge to uphold our safeguarding principles.