Job Openings and Internships

IPI is currently seeking applicants for the following positions:

Web/Social Media Specialist – IPI NY
Office & Events Assistant – IPI MENA

Web/Social Media Specialist – IPI NY

IPI is seeking a Web/Social Media Specialist to work with the Web and Multimedia team in producing and publishing web and social media content for the IPI website. The position is a full-time TEMPORARY position for a period of 3 months and is based in New York.

Responsibilities

Create original content to communicate IPI’s work in a web/social media friendly format, including the production of graphics, GIFs, text, and videos;
Contribute to the development of IPI’s digital media strategy;
Write social media language for the Twitter & Facebook accounts of IPI including the GlobalObservatory;
Analyze social media conversation and sentiment to connect IPI with relevant stakeholders;
Help maintain IPI Instagram and Snapchat accounts;
Photo research; and
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

BA or MA with a degree/concentration in communications, new media and/or international affairs;
Working knowledge of the United Nations;
2-5 years experience doing digital communications;
Impeccable command of English, particularly in writing and editing;
Ability to write for the web and social media;
Technologically savvy, with strong knowledge of web usability and social media;
Photo/Video and Video post-production skills preferred (Final Cut Pro);
Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop/Indesign/Illustrator) skills preferred;•Superb organizational skills and attention to detail; and
Ability to work on a team in a dynamic environment;

Compensation

Compensation commensurate with experience. This is a seasonal position for a period of 3 months and applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

To apply

Please send to employment@ipinst.org (“Web/Social Media Specialist” as the e-mail subject) by July 15th the following:

1) Cover letter with current resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)

2) 2-3-page writing sample

3) Contact information for three professional references

Please send only Word, Word Perfect or Adobe Acrobat files. Do not compress or zip files. No telephone or faxed inquiries. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Office & Events Assistant – IPI MENA

IPI seeks an Office and Events Assistant to support the Director of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Office on all office administration matters and preparation and organization of events for IPI’s office in Manama, Bahrain.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities are under the overall supervision of the Director of MENA Office. Responsibilities will involve a mix of administration, and organizing of policy events, roundtables and seminars in Manama and other locations, primarily in the Middle East and North Africa region.

Administration

Handle general paper and electronic correspondences;
Maintenance of records;
Purchase and maintain office supplies;
Organize upkeep of office space, including kitchen, meeting room and other facilities spaces;
Assist with negotiating contracts and vendor relations and settle disputes over billing matters;
Monitor and prepare Expense Reports (ER) for payments of general office expenses;
Prepare ER for monthly banking activities;
Prepare ER for credit cards; and
Other ad hoc administrative tasks as determined by the Director.

Events

Organize events as needed;
Arrange catering and other services;
Prepare or copyedit events-related materials, including invitations, agendas, thank you notes, and other correspondences;
Contact invitees prior to an event and other outreach duties related to the planning of an event;
Compile participant list and biographies for upcoming events;
Coordinate and execute all logistical aspects of IPI events, including room setup, check-in of participants, greeting of guests, handling of microphones, display of publications, and other matters as they arise;
Coordinate logistics with speakers and their staff as needed;
Arrange for special needs, including translators, photographers and others;
Manage post-event follow-up, including sending the photos and transcript to our website manager, sending a follow up message to participants in order to direct them to our website to view photos, transcript, etc.;
Take inventory of events-related materials as needed;
Assist with the coordination of the work of the interns; and
Other ad hoc event tasks as determined by the Director.

Qualifications

BA required, in International, Public or Business Administration or related field;
in Office Assistance and Events Administration;
2-3 years relevant experience in office assistance and meetings organization;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Strong organizational skills and an extraordinary attention to detail;
Excellent ability to multitask;
Excellent Word and Excel skills;
Ability to perform well and creatively in a fast-paced and high-pressure work setting and with colleagues from multicultural environments; and
English and Arabic proficiency required

To apply

Please send cover letter with curriculum vitae and contact information for three professional referees to employment@ipinst.org (with “Office and Events Assistant – MENA Office” as the email subject).

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No telephone or faxed inquiries. The position will be filled as soon as a successful candidate is identified. Candidates must be willing to relocate to Manama, Bahrain.