Office Assistant

The International Network for Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ESCR-Net) is seeking

an Office Assistant.

ESCR-Net is the largest network of groups and individuals from around the world working

to secure economic and social justice through human rights with over 250 members in 70

countries. ESCR-Net seeks to strengthen the field of all human rights, with a special focus

on economic, social and cultural rights, and further develop the tools for achieving their

promotion, protection and fulfillment. By facilitating joint actions, enhancing

communications and building solidarity between members, the network seeks to build a

global movement to make human rights and social justice a reality for all. The collective

work of ESCR-Net members is supported by a small secretariat staff. For more information

on ESCR-Net, please visit www.escr-net.org.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Reporting to the Institutional Development Coordinator, the Office Assistant will be

responsible primarily for bookkeeping functions and office organization, as well as for

answering information requests and assisting in meeting organization. In addition, the Office

Assistant will be responsible for providing logistical support as needed. At times, the person

in this position will work on additional ad hoc projects with the director and program staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Handle all bookkeeping functions for ESCR-Net, including:

o Track and record all income and expenses

o Process invoices and payments, including check requests and wire requests

o Generate financial reports according to program areas, specific

projects/events and grants

• Reconcile credit card statements on a monthly basis in accordance with the

established processes and policies

• Answer the general information requests that come to the Secretariat through

various means

• Monitor, maintain and procure office supplies and equipment

• Work with Institutional Development Coordinator on relevant fiscal and

administrative matters

• Provide back-up support to the Institution Development Coordinator with logistical

aspects of event planning, including travel arrangements, visa research and similar

tasks• Work with Institutional Development Coordinator or other staff on special projects

of ESCR-Net

QUALIFICATIONS | REQUIRED:

The successful candidate is someone who is both detail-oriented and skilled at administrative

and support tasks. Flexibility, collegiality and reliability, as well as the ability to show

initiative and to follow up, are key qualifications. In addition, the successful candidate

should have (requirements):

• Bachelor's degree

• At least 3 years of bookkeeping experience

• Experience using QuickBooks or similar financial software

• Knowledge of and experience using office computer programs, including Word,

Excel and Adobe Professional

• Attention to detail

• Cultural sensitivity and good interpersonal skills

• Ability to multi-task; to work independently; and to work comfortably in a small,

collegial office environment

• Written and spoken fluency in English

QUALIFICATIONS | DESIRABLE:

• Experience with basic financial documents such as balance sheets and income

statements

• Proficiency in Spanish, French or Arabic

• Experience with event planning or travel organization

• Background in social justice work or working within a nonprofit organization

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The ESCR-Net Secretariat is an open office format allowing collaboration. The Secretariat

has a welcoming, cooperative and focused environment. This position will involve extended

computer and desk use on a daily basis.

HOURS AND LOCATION:

This position will be based at the office of ESCR-Net's Secretariat, in the Grand Central

area, New York City. Standard office hours are from 9/10am – 5/6pm, Monday through

Friday.

IDEAL START DATE:

November 15, 2014

COMPENSATION:

The Office Assistant is a non-exempt position of 24 hours per week. Time beyond 24 hours

is at the manager's discretion. ESCR-Net offers benefits, including medical, dental and vision

coverage and generous vacation time. Pay is commensurate with experience and comparable

to similar NGOs.

How to apply:

TO APPLY:

Please send a resume, references and cover letter to ESCR-Net: escr-net@escr-net.org, using

Office Assistant in the subject line of the email, by Monday October 20th. Please note only

short-listed candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding during this process.

ESCR-Net, a project of Tides Center, is an "at-will" and equal opportunity employer.

We strongly encourage and seek applications from women, people of color, including

bilingual and bicultural individuals, as well as members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and

transgender communities. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race,

religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation,

gender identity, color, marital status, medical condition (cancer-related) or conditions

Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and AIDS-related conditions (ARC).

Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may

participate in the application process. Please advise in writing of special needs at the time of

application.