Did you know that by applying to the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), you can play a role in building a more sustainable and inclusive world?
We are a crown corporation that has more than 350 dedicated employees who come from a variety of backgrounds and speak more than 25 languages. They work from our six offices around the world, in Ottawa, Amman, Dakar, Montevideo, Nairobi and New Delhi on a variety of projects and initiatives.
Are you looking for a career opportunity? Do you want to give meaning to your professional achievements and contribute to making the world a better place by playing a part in international development? Are you passionate about playing a key role in the efficient and effective functioning of the Program Division’s operational processes and program activities? IDRC is the place for you!
Do you want to be the next Operations and Program Assistant in one of our 5 program areas located in our Head Office in Ottawa (Hybrid Mode*)?
Democratic and Inclusive Governance (DIG)
Global Health (GH)
Education and Science (ES)
Climate Resilient Food Systems (CRFS)
Sustainable Inclusive Economies (SIE)
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At IDRC, we support your professional development.
Additional Information:
For more details on the primary duties and responsibilities, view Job Details.
As a result of this process, the Centre may establish a pool of pre-qualified candidates for future permanent and term opportunities.
* Hybrid Mode: you have the flexibility to work in a hybrid mode (3 days out of 10 in the office).
We appreciate your interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The International Development Research Centre is committed to creating and fostering a respectful, diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the people’s lives we impact and the Canadian community we work within, where everyone can truly be themselves. We welcome Indigenous peoples and persons from all races, ethnicities, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, as well as persons with physical or mental disabilities to be part of our team.
We strive to ensure barrier-free selection processes. If you are contacted regarding a career opportunity, testing or interview, please advise the People and Corporate Culture Division representative of the accommodation measures that must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Who can apply? Canadian citizens and permanent residents.