Program Assistant

Social Science Research Council•New York, NY

10d•$52,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Social Science Research Council (SSRC) is an independent, international, nonprofit organization devoted to the advancement of interdisciplinary research in the social sciences through a wide variety of workshops and conferences, fellowships and grants, summer training institutes, scholarly exchanges, research, and publications. For more information, please visit our website: www.ssrc.org. The SSRC is seeking a program assistant to support program operations across the organization. The Program Assistant will work closely with program staff to organize meetings, workshops, and conferences related to fellowships and project development. The role involves coordinating logistics, assisting with data, and reporting, supporting knowledge-based efforts to enhance program effectiveness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (social sciences, non-profit management, public administration, or related field)
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize daily activities to meet competing deadlines
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Strong writing and verbal communication skills
Proficient with MS Office (including MS Word and MS Excel) and general comfort with a contemporary office computing environment, including virtual workspaces
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability and willingness to travel to conferences and events

Nice To Haves

Experience with social media applications and content creation

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, implementation and evaluation of programs and projects
Provide logistical support for virtual and in-person conferences, workshops, and meetings (e.g., travel, accommodations, catering, Zoom management, and crafting agendas)
Serve as a primary contact for program-related questions and correspondence
Manage database and electronic files for applicants, grantees, and other contacts
Process payments requests, tracking expenses, and assisting with budget monitoring
Administrative tasks, including, but not limited to, file maintenance, preparing meeting materials, and creating and maintaining databases and spreadsheets
Writing for, and assisting with, regular grant reports and applications
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, financial procedures, and funder requirements
Additional duties as assigned