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Project Assistant
We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Washington, District of Columbia. In this role, you will support various projects by providing translation services and assisting with administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations. This position requires fluency in Amharic and strong organizational skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Translate documents from Amharic to English and vice versa with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure translation aligns with project goals and deadlines.<br>• Assist in organizing and maintaining project documentation and records.<br>• Support communication efforts by translating written and verbal materials as needed.<br>• Monitor progress on assigned tasks and report updates to project leads.<br>• Participate in team meetings and provide input related to translation and project workflows.<br>• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, file management, and correspondence.<br>• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information.<br>• Conduct research and gather information relevant to project requirements.<br>• Coordinate with external stakeholders when necessary to facilitate project success.
• Fluency in Amharic and English, with strong translation skills.<br>• Proven experience in document translation, preferably in a meticulous and detail-focused setting.<br>• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.<br>• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.<br>• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.<br>• Proficiency in using basic office software, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.<br>• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.<br>• Prior experience in a project assistant or administrative role is a plus.
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  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 19.00 - 22.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Washington, District of Columbia. In this role, you will support various projects by providing translation services and assisting with administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations. This position requires fluency in Amharic and strong organizational skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Translate documents from Amharic to English and vice versa with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure translation aligns with project goals and deadlines.<br>• Assist in organizing and maintaining project documentation and records.<br>• Support communication efforts by translating written and verbal materials as needed.<br>• Monitor progress on assigned tasks and report updates to project leads.<br>• Participate in team meetings and provide input related to translation and project workflows.<br>• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, file management, and correspondence.<br>• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information.<br>• Conduct research and gather information relevant to project requirements.<br>• Coordinate with external stakeholders when necessary to facilitate project success.
  • 2025-11-04T19:58:57Z

Project Assistant Job in Washington | Robert Half