Part-time Federal Work Study job at the Sigur Center

Position Title: Staff Assistant (Federal Work Study only)

Position Description:

The Staff Assistant position is located in the Sigur Center for Asian Studies at the Elliott School of International Affairs. This position is primarily responsible for staffing the center's front desk which encompasses answering the main phone line, greeting visitors, and processing mail. Other administrative duties and special projects as assigned, such as creating spreadsheets and reports, data entry, editing, etc. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in Asian Studies and International Affairs to work closely with Asian Studies faculty and visiting scholars from Asia.Approximate Hours Per Week: 10-15

Hourly Wage: $10/hour

Qualifications:

* Interest in/knowledge of International Affairs and Asian Studies
* Asian foreign language skills
* Experience living, working, or studying in Asia* Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
* Administrative experience
* Must possess a Federal Work Study Award for the 2010-2011 academic year

Application Procedures:

* Send materials to Matt Grieger, Sigur Center Office Manager, at mgrieger@gwu.edu
* Please include the amount of your FWS award in your cover letter.
* Due to a high volume of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No calls, please.