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The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is a Canadian-based not-for-profit organisation with a diverse team of more than 150 people located in more than 30 countries, is seeking an experienced Project Administrator to help manage and expand the Trade Knowledge Network (TKN). The Trade Knowledge Network, which is managed by IISD, is composed of research and policy organisations around the world that are exploring the connection between trade and sustainable development and working to ensure that increased international trade can contribute to sustainable development in their countries and regions. Working in a small, friendly and dynamic team, under the supervision of the TKN Coordinator, the Project Administrator will manage all contractual and financial aspects of the TKN. Applicants must have 3 to 5 years experience of project accounting and administration, excellent written and spoken English and a relevant university degree. It is an 80% - 100% position (to start immediately), with a salary of 65,000-78,000sfr pro rata. The application deadline is 7 November 2007 Please send a CV (no longer than 2 pages including the names, phone numbers and email addresses of 3 referees) as well as a covering letter (1 page) to Fariba Dibenetto-Achtari at fdibenedetto-achtari@iisd.org. Only shortlisted candidates' applications will be acknowledged. For more information please see http://www.iisd.org/about/employment.asp.