Political Education Administrative Assistant.

About Fight Inequality Alliance

Fight Inequality Alliance is a growing global movement organising and mobilising to counter the excessive concentration of power and wealth in the hands of a small elite. We are building a just, equal and sustainable world. We are embarking on an exciting new phase in the alliance’s history, where we aim to become the most powerful global movement tackling the power of the 1% yet. To achieve this, we are embarking on our 10-year road map (2023 to 2033). For the alliance, the next decade is a critical time for the system that replaces neoliberalism to be defined and fought for. Whilst we organise at a larger scale to change the inequalities pressing on the daily lives of people living on the frontlines of inequality, we will also build people powered alternatives to the current system. The values that guide and drive our work are listed here.

POLITICAL EDUCATION ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Join FIA as a Political Education Administrative Assistant

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving Global alliances towards impactful change? FIA is looking for a Political Education Administrative Assistant

to join our Political Education Team. Be at the helm of our mission to strengthen FIA’s mission and promote our organisational culture and values.

About the role:

The role is responsible for facilitating the smooth operation of the political education team by providing comprehensive administrative and logistic support, supporting internal and external communication, and coordinating various activities and events. The role will support documentation and reporting, handling information requests, and communications support thereby contributing to the overall effectiveness and productivity of the team. The role supports the implementation of the vision and overall goal of developing and delivering a political education curriculum and programming across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

What you’ll do:

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing secretariat, communication and administrative support to the team
• Supporting the communications requirements of the political education team by developing and implementing digital communication strategies
• Providing support to the Global Organizing School (GOS) both online and in-person, including handling information requests from participants
• Coordinating the political education team activities, events, meetings and providing administrative and logistic support.

What we’re looking for:

• Excellent organisational planning and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of political education and social justice issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software applications.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and collaborative approach.
• Discretion and integrity in handling confidential information.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and requirements.
• Project coordination skills
• Meeting preparation experience (including logistics and minute-taking);
• Experience arranging travel (flights, accommodation, transport, etc.);
• Excellent IT skills, including experience with MS Office etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of international travel principles, immigration regulations and trends.
• Knowledge in event planning and management
• Awareness of innovative approaches and best practices in global education.
• Knowledge of working with external stakeholders.

Experience:

• At least 3 years’ experience in administrative and logistics support roles, in a multi-country organisation or non-profit setting
• At least 2 years’ experience as part of a multi-disciplinary team across regions, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Meeting preparation experience (including planning, logistics and minute-taking).
• Event organising and budgeting experience (quotes, invoices, schedules, negotiation, conflict resolution, etc.)
• Experience arranging travel (flights, accommodation, transport, etc.)
• At least 2 years proven experience in social media management, content creation, or communications.
• Able to thrive in an emergent and uncertain space, in a “start-up” organisation without all the systems, processes and support of a big NGO.

Essential

A commitment to the Alliance’s values including:

• Strong feminist understanding, analysis, commitment and behaviour.
• Commitment to battling all forms of discrimination and to standing with the most oppressed.
• Strong commitment to develop, promote and practice Fight Inequality Alliance’s goals and values, as well as adhering to and upholding our Common Principles.
• Commitment to grassroots organising and leadership
• Be open to learn/follow the lead/ be accountable to those who experience oppression based on gender, race/ethnicity, disability, socio-class, LGBTQIA, geography, etc.
• Willingness to travel as required without creature comforts.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Completely fluent and strong in English. Preferably also fluent in at least one other language.

Position type: One-year contract

Salary: As per FIA salary which can be accessed here

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Reporting to: Project Lead Political Education

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a global movement making a real difference in the world
• Work with a passionate and dedicated team of professionals
• Access opportunities for professional growth and development
• Enjoy a flexible work environment with a focus on work-life balance
• Contribute to meaningful and impactful work that aligns with your values

If you're ready to take on this exciting role and drive positive change with us, we want to hear from you! Be part of our transformative journey towards a more just and equitable future.

How to apply:

Please click on the "apply" button at the bottom to start the application process. Applications close on 20th June 2025 at 23:59 UTC/ GMT. Please upload an up-to-date curriculum vitae and a covering letter, clearly explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.

Due to high volumes of applications received, we can only correspond with short listed applicants. Should you not have received feedback on your application within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

FIA reserves the right to withdraw any of our vacancies at any time.