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The Arab Council for the Social Sciences (ACSS) is a regional, independent, non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening social science research and knowledge production in the Arab world.

ACSS is recruiting for the following positions (based in Beirut):

- Program Assistant: 

The Program Assistant will be responsible for:

• Providing administrative and functional support to the ACSS Director General;
• Working closely with Program Coordinator/s and other staff on grants and fellowships programs;

Eligibility, Qualifications & Competencies

• BA degree, preferably in a Social Science or Humanities field.
• Languages: Excellent Arabic and English (speaking, writing, reading). French is an asset
• 1-2-years of experience in an administrative, communications and/or other functional support role is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills (writing & speaking)
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented
• Works well in a team and under stress.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled.

Please submit a cover letter, current CV, and references by email to admin@theacss.org.  Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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- IT Officer 

The Information Technology (IT) Officer will be responsible for providing:

• Fast and useful technical assistance on computer systems. You will answer queries on basic technical issues and offer advice to solve them.
• Database applications by maintaining existing systems, developing architecture, programming, troubleshooting, and data security.
• Management of the ACSS IT infrastructure.
• Basic computer literacy training to the ACSS staff.

Eligibility, Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.): Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience as a help desk technician or other customer support role
• Tech savvy with working knowledge of office automation products, databases and remote control
• Advanced understanding of computer systems, mobile devices and other tech products
• Ability to diagnose and resolve major technical issues
• Proficiency in English and Arabic. French is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled.

Please submit a cover letter, current CV, and references by email to admin@theacss.org.  Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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