Center for International Development and Conflict Management (CIDCM)

POSITION: Faculty Research Assistant (Program Coordinator)
This one-year position is for a Program Coordinator at the Center for
International Development and Conflict Management (CIDCM). CIDCM is an
interdisciplinary research and policy service unit located in the Department of
Government and Politics at the University of Maryland, College Park. For more
information: www.cidcm.umd.edu.

RESPONSIBILITIES: CIDCM seeks a highly motivated individual to provide
administrative research support for the Center’s Director and Deputy Director.
The ideal candidate would enjoy a University atmosphere and welcome working
with faculty, graduate students, and administrative staff. Job responsibilities
involve coordination and implementation of aspects of Center research,
administration, public relations, and outreach, including:

- Oversee public communications and outreach functions for the Center,
including management of the content of the Center’s website
- Coordinate visiting fellows program
- Provide administrative support for CIDCM research projects
- Provide day-to-day oversight and processing of financial transactions
- Assist with grants management and proposal preparation
- Coordinate IT needs for the Center
- Organize conferences, seminars and other special events, as needed
- Oversee student workers

QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s degree is required. The successful candidate will
possess superior organizational, communication/writing, and administrative
skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, web design, and
internet research. A background in political science and/or journalism,
knowledge of financial management or accounting, and previous work in a
university or non-profit environment are preferred. The University of Maryland
is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply.

SALARY: Low $30s for a full-time, one-year position with an excellent fringe
benefits package that includes tuition remission.

POSITION AVAILABLE: Open June 28, 2010, available until filled.

How to Apply:

For best consideration, send a cover letter, resume, brief writing sample, and three references by June 14, 2010 to: Chantal Russell via email (crussell@cidcm.umd.edu),
or by mail to attn: Program Coordinator Search, Center for International
Development and Conflict Management, 0145 Tydings Hall, University of Maryland,
College Park, MD 20742.