The
U.S. Consulate Nuuk seeks a motivated Project Management Assistant (Development
Assistance) to support our vital foreign assistance programs in
Greenland. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to U.S.
diplomatic efforts in the Arctic region.
Kindly
note that this position is based in Nuuk, Greenland. The work schedule
for this position is full-time, 40 hours per week.
What
You'll Do
Project
and Activity Management Support
Support management, monitoring, and evaluation of programs to ensure they meet U.S. Government goals
Assist with budget planning, cost estimation, and financial tracking in compliance with Department of State regulations
Coordinate with the Financial Management Office to track funding, expenditures, and payments to Implementing Partners
Work closely with implementation teams and stakeholders to keep projects aligned with USG objectives
Operational
Support: Communications, Knowledge Management, and Logistics
Provide communications support to the team, Implementing Partners, and stakeholders
Coordinate with Public Diplomacy and Communications Teams to highlight program success stories through social media and other channels
Draft compelling content, guides, infographics, and presentations that showcase project achievements
Develop and maintain organized documentation systems (electronic and hard copy) in compliance with record management guidelines
Coordinate travel and logistics for temporary duty staff, USG officials, and site visits
Program
Management Support
Arrange meetings with Greenlandic economic organizations and officials, including appointments and logistical coordination
Provide Danish-English interpretation as needed
Support development of Country Operational Plans and strategic initiatives
Assist in data gathering, analysis, and basic feasibility reviews
Participate in workshops and planning sessions to support program development
The
Work Environment
You'll
work directly under the supervision of the Principal Officer at the U.S.
Consulate Nuuk, supporting Department of State assistance programs. This role
offers exposure to diplomatic operations, international development, and Arctic
policy.
Qualification
Requirements
Education
Two
years of university or college studies required.
Experience
Minimum
two years of experience providing program and administrative support with
international assistance programs within the U.S. Government or equivalent work
with a private or host-government entity. Experience should include information
collection and analysis in an office environment.
Language
Requirements
English
and Danish: Fluent
Greenlandic:
Good working knowledge
Required
Skills
Interpret technical requirements, monitor and evaluate project execution and partner performance, review invoices, and inspect project deliverables
Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to work effectively in a bilingual environment and communicate persuasively with stakeholders
Develop and maintain working-level contacts with host government institutions to negotiate program goals and action plans
Analyze financial data, track budgets, and ensure financial accountability
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, Gmail, Google suite, or equivalent software
Ready
to make an impact in Nuuk? This position
offers a unique blend of program management, diplomatic support, financial
coordination, and Arctic engagement—with the added opportunity to use Danish
and Greenlandic language skills in a truly distinctive location.
Please
follow Seeker - Vacancy - Detail Overview to send us your
application as soon as possible and no later than February 28, 2026. You are more than welcome to
contact Mission Copenhagen HR Office at CopenhagenRecruitment@state.gov
or 33 41 74 98.
