Purdue University – Program Administrator - West Lafayette - International Programs in Agriculture

Purdue University – Program Administrator - West Lafayette - International Programs in Agriculture

JOB DUTIES          

In collaboration with the principal investigator and associate dean, provide assistance in the day-to-day management of Afghan-funded projects managed by International Programs in Agriculture (IPIA). Key functions are to work with the principal investigator and associate dean to provide logistics support for on-campus and in-country’s various activities. Communicate with the various US collaborating institutions and other international departments in various activities and provide program assistance to those involved in the various programs funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and State Department.

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Required:

 

·         Bachelor's degree.

·         Two years of project management experience.

·         Successful candidate will be willing and able to travel to Afghanistan at least once a year.

·         Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

·         Self-motivated, resourceful and the ability to exercise sound judgment in prioritizing tasks.

·         Strong knowledge of budgeting principles and procedures with the ability to successfully manage budgets. 

·         Highly competent, thorough, and professional. 

·         Exceptional level of cultural awareness. 

·         Proficiency in software: Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook/Electronic Email.

 

Preferred:

 

·         Experience and knowledge of Purdue rules, policies and procedures.

·         Policy and procedural issue experience between Purdue and partnering countries.

·         Demonstrated knowledge of University procedures related to sponsored programs.

·         Working knowledge of applicable law, rules, and regulations of sponsors.

 

A background check is required for employment in this position.

For consideration submit resume and apply online at: www.purdue.edu/careers and reference Job Number 1300460.

 

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