Friday, April 25, 2008

Program Assistant, The Women's Law Project - Pittsburgh, PA

Posted: 4/25/08

The Women’s Law Project is a legal advocacy organization committed to fighting discrimination and injustice against women and to advancing their legal, economic, and health status. It has offices in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.

The Program Assistant position will be in the Pittsburgh Office and will entail administrative and program responsibilities. Responsibilities will include a range of activities from answering the phone to organizing programs. We are looking for a bright, self-starting, optimistic person to manage the office of our small, busy, high-energy non-profit. We promise a steep learning curve and great on-the-ground experience with women’s rights advocacy and project development. It’s an excellent opportunity to make a difference in the lives of women and girls. The Program Assistant will work closely with the two staff attorneys in Pittsburgh and with the staff of our Philadelphia office.

The ideal candidate will possess the following education, skills, and experience:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office software, Excel and Access.
Excellent organizational skills, flexibility and attention to detail, ability to prioritize assignments and work on both team and individual projects.
Strong verbal, research and writing skills.
Commitment to social justice and equality for women.

TO APPLY: Please submit a resume, a cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications for this position, and names and contact information of 2 references. All materials should be addressed to Tatyana Margolin and emailed to womenslawproject@gmail.com by May 10, 2008. Please, no phone calls.

The Women’s Law Project is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Women’s Law Project will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military status, age or national origin. Women of color, underrepresented minorities, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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