Program Associate, NGO – Temporary

Emory University

. Support the Rule of Law Program’s PAIReD and ATJ Africa projects .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and coordination skills to support program operations, including budget management, event planning, and report development. Proficient in research, communication, and social media content development to enhance program visibility and effectiveness.

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Program CoordinationBudget ManagementReport DevelopmentEvent PlanningResearch and Analysis

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Hard Skills

Budget ManagementReport DevelopmentEvent PlanningProcurement ProcessesSocial Media Content DevelopmentStatistical ReportingDatabase ManagementGrant WritingInvoice ProcessingTravel Coordination

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsNetworking SkillsTeam LeadershipFlexibility

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Rule of Law ProgramPAIReDATJ AfricaProcurement CommitteesRFPsFunding ResourcesProgram ObjectivesProgram SuccessStatistical ReportsTraining

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Rule of Law Program’s PAIReD and ATJ Africa projects
Organize, coordinate, and plan operational facets of a global program and related activities
Coordinate travel
Process invoices and contracts
Schedule meetings and take notes
Support procurement processes, including establishing procurement committees, advertising RFPs, organizing applications, developing scoring matrices, and scheduling interviews
Develop social media content
Coordinate events
Assist with report development
Support project and work plan implementation
Research factors impacting program success and document program requirements
Monitor and report program objectives and goals
Develop promotional materials and venues, manage relational databases, and establish or forecast budget requirements
Develop work plans and monitor progress
Monitor expenditures and prepare financial reports; assist with identifying funding resources and developing fundraising strategies
Prepare operational and statistical reports
Conduct training, represent the program at international meetings and conferences, and network with affiliated groups
Write or develop reports, speeches, briefings, newsletters, promotional materials, grants, and other program materials
Conduct research and gather information for publications
Plan, administer, or monitor program budgets or related grants
Assist with program-related conferences, conventions, or meetings
May supervise staff
Perform related responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program
Two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer
Must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs
Non-exempt employees must reside within the state of Georgia

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly
Flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities