Work Location : Ecuador - Quito | Type of Post : Not Applicable |
Other Possible Location : Guatemala - Guatemala City | Funding : APPROVED |
Expected Travel : up to 10% | Type of Contract : |
Language Requirement : English, Spanish | Application Deadline : |
Employee Duration : Full-Time |
JOB SUMMARY:
CARE knows that when barriers to progress are taken out of their way, women entrepreneurs are an unstoppable force. We know that when women business owners have the support, training, access to finance and digital skills they deserve, they thrive, creating opportunities not only for themselves but for everyone around them. Drawing on lessons from our own work and partners and collaborators around the world, CARE launched a Women’s Entrepreneurship practice in 2019. This rapidly growing portfolio has already impacted over 150,000 entrepreneurs and unlocked over $150M in loans across the world. CARE takes a human-centered approach to understanding the needs and ambitions of women business owners and works across the private and public sector to deliver powerful, scalable programs that drive business growth, job creation and economic justice. We are looking for a dynamic, motivated professional to join our team as a key Program Support Specialist of the Women's Entrepreneurship Unit.
We are seeking a highly organized and versatile individual to join our team. As a Program Support Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting various aspects of our organization, including procurement, finance, event coordination, communications, and operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and proactive and possesses excellent communication, project management and organization skills.
Please submit your job application, CV/resume, and cover letter in English.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administrative/ Procurement/ Finance Support
Program Support and Coordination
Communication, Monitoring & Evaluation and Stakeholder Engagement
Event Management and Logistics Coordination
QUALIFICATIONS:
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