International Institute for Sustainable Development is hiring a
The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is an award-winning independent think tank working to accelerate solutions for a stable climate, sustainable resource management, and fair economies. Our work inspires better decisions and sparks meaningful action to help people and the planet thrive. We shine a light on what can be achieved when governments, businesses, non-profits, and communities come together. IISD’s staff of more than 270 experts come from across the globe and from many disciplines. With offices in Winnipeg, Geneva, Ottawa, and Toronto, our work affects lives in nearly 100 countries.
Scope
IISD is looking for a Project Assistant to join our Project Management team and provide a range of support and administrative tasks to the project managers as well as other team members. This person is an extremely efficient and organized multitasker, looking for an exciting opportunity to work with an outstanding international team. The role has growth potential and is perfect for those who want to broaden their skillset.
Responsibilities:
Event Organisation and Support
Project Support
Other tasks as required.
Skills:
Requirements:
For more details on what we are looking for in our candidates, please refer to the IISD competencies on our website.
Location: Geneva
Salary: CHF 63,000 - CHF 67,000 per annum (based on qualification and experience)
Type of Employment: Full-time (part-time applicants will be considered)
Start date: Immediate opportunity
Duration: Indefinite
Application deadline: August 19, 2024 at 4 PM CST or until the position is filled
Candidates must hold appropriate work authorization for locations where they expect to be based without any sponsorship from IISD.
Application Procedure
All submissions must be in English.
Applications will only be accepted through Bamboo HR.
Only those candidates we wish to interview will be contacted. Resumes will be kept on file for 1 year.
IISD is committed to fostering a more equitable and sustainable world and welcomes candidates who uphold our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. In addition, to correct the conditions of social injustice and disadvantage in employment around the world, we encourage candidates from historically marginalized groups, including women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, people from different racial and ethnic backgrounds, and those who identify themselves as 2SLGBTQIA+, to apply for this position. Preference will be given to the equity-deserving groups during the hiring process. We offer reasonable accommodations in our recruitment process and seek applicants’ advice on how best to accommodate their needs. Please self-identify and answer our employment equity questionnaire on our applicant tracking system when you apply.
IISD does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, caste, ethnicity, religion, colour, disability, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.