Information TechnologyFull-TimeJunior-level(1-2 yrs)
Job Description
IDinsight is an international development organization that helps policymakers and managers make socially impactful decisions using rigorous evidence. We tailor a wide range of analytical and quantitative tools to enable our clients to design better policies, rigorously test those ideas, and take informed action at scale to improve lives. The IT Project Associate will own project management responsibilities connected with the implementation of new systems as well as several other organization-facing IT initiatives.
Responsibilities
As an IT Project Associate, your core day-to-day work may include:
IT Project Coordination: Supporting the implementation of internal IT projects by leading activities such as project planning, user research, and product research.
Internal Communication: Creation of deliverables for internal stakeholder communication.
Change Management: Supporting the design and implementation of IT Change Management initiatives.
Vendor Management: Supporting the management of external IT service providers.
Goal Setting: Formulating and tracking key IT and security metrics.
SETA: Coordinating Security Education Training and Awareness (SETA) initiatives.
Professional Growth and Internal Contributions
Beyond your core responsibilities, you will contribute to the Systems team and your own professional development through:
Systems Support: You will occasionally provide Systems Support through our internal help desk. Every Systems team member contributes to these efforts to gain direct insight into the technical challenges IDinsighters face.
Continuous Learning: IDinsight has implemented a diverse array of Systems. While mastery of these Systems is not required for this role, we look for a commitment to developing deep technical expertise over time to enable internal growth opportunities.
Qualifications and Requirements
We are looking for an entrepreneurial, "get stuff done" teammate with the following qualifications:
1-3 years of professional experience in IT, Consulting, Project Management, or related roles.
A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or other quantitative disciplines.
Strong communicator in multiple forms (written communications, public speaking, teamwork, and upward management).
Excellent project management skills and proficiency with solutions such as Jira and Notion.
Experience administering enterprise systems such as workspace collaboration suites, ITSM tools, HRIS, SASE, ATS, CRM, etc.
Detail- and execution-oriented, able to take a task from a high-level strategic idea to rapid execution with a large amount of autonomy and conscientiousness.
Demonstrated track record as a self-starter and leader, including comfort with ambiguity and dynamic environments.
Strong desire for professional growth and development, with a track record of openness to give and receive feedback.
Strong problem-solving skills in handling system challenges.
People-focused and people-facing, with high levels of empathy and a desire to listen to teammates’ concerns and needs.
Strong ability to maintain integrity and confidentiality in complex situations.
Ability to handle sensitive information, data, and issues with mature and discreet professionalism.
Ability to work with international, cross-cultural, and diverse teams.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the IDinsight career portal on idinsight.bamboohr.com. Alternatively, applications can be initiated via the MyJobMag application link.