Global Engagement Program Assistant

It is the mission of the North Dakota Department of Commerce to lead North Dakota's efforts to attract, retain and expand wealth. We strive to improve the quality of life of the people of North Dakota, to broaden the State's economic base, create new wealth and generate quality jobs for our people. We are currently looking for a temporary part-time Global Engagement Program Assistant for project-based work in attracting foreign direct investment to North Dakota and conducting economic, capital and/or workforce development missions to foreign countries. As a Global Engagement Program Assistant, you will assist in the development of the ND Department of Commerce Global Engagement Office, which will include the creation and/or enhancement of marketing materials, analyzing and researching foreign businesses and countries on prospective investments, and assisting with relationship management of existing foreign businesses, consul offices and embassies. You will also assist with legislative education to include writing draft legislative testimony and conducting interviews and writing stories. You will assist agency team members in making logistical arrangements for foreign travel, assist in planning and executing mission trips to foreign countries, and attend conferences and pre-mission trips to foreign countries to assist with the execution of the missions. You will also create final reports of the mission trips and conduct post-mission follow-up as required.To succeed in this position, you need to be highly collaborative with strong interpersonal skills, can adapt and change approach or methods to fit the situation and be self-directed with the ability to complete projects with limited supervision, take ownership and ask for help when needed, and be comfortable working under tight deadlines.To be considered for this role, you must be able to travel and be willing to travel inside and outside of the United States. You also must have or be able to obtain a US Passport. You must have a minimum of a high school diploma/GED and three years of work experience performing a variety of complex office support OR an associate degree in a business-related field and two years of work experience. Preferred candidates should have work or academic experience with the following: highly effective oral and written communication; data analysis and problem-solving; ability to establish databases to maintain and track data; presentation development and delivery skills; research and analysis using a variety of methods; and be proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).Location: Commerce has a central office location in Bismarck and this position will be working remotely from any North Dakota location. Travel is required.About the position:This is a part-time temporary position, with no specified end date.Hourly Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience.Work Hours: Approximately 15-20 hours per week. Hours may vary and are flexible. Additional hours will be required during times of travel.

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601 Commerce Application Procedures

Submit the completed online application including cover letter, resume, and three (3) business references.Application materials must be received at the Department of Commerce by 11:59 p.m. (CST) on the closing date.EMPLOYMENT REFERENCE: Prior to job offer, employment references may be checked.BACKGROUND CHECK: A criminal history and driver's license check will be performed on the successful candidate.Contact Denise Faber at 701-328-7282 or email at dfaber@nd.gov for more information or accommodation and assistance in the application or interview process.If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The ND Department of Commerce does not provide sponsorships.https://www.commerce.nd.gov/ND Relay TTY 1-800-366-6888 / Voice 1-800-366-6889

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.