LaMP is seeking an experienced and event-savvy Interim Operations Associate to provide maternity cover for our Operations Associate from early August 2026 through the end of December 2026. This temporary role is central to the successful planning and execution of LaMP’s international conference taking place during the contract period, while also ensuring continuity across day-to-day operations, financial coordination, and global team support. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role will be based in Washington, DC. For the first 3-4 weeks, the Interim Operations Associate will work in close partnership with the outgoing Operations Associate during a structured handover period, ensuring seamless coverage of administrative, financial, logistical, and event-related responsibilities. The role is fully remote, with the expectation of in-person co-working in Washington, DC with the Operations Manager one to two days per week to accelerate onboarding and tight coordination. As a registered non-profit in the US and Germany, LaMP offers exposure to cross-regional, multi-million-dollar projects spanning 10+ countries, with funding exceeding $10 million from multinational organizations, companies, and philanthropic foundations. The ideal candidate brings demonstrated event management expertise, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced non-profit environment. Key Responsibilities 1. Conference and Communications Management (Primary Focus) Lead operational and logistical planning for LaMP’s international conference, including venue coordination, vendor management, attendee registration, and on-site execution Draft and publish social media and other event material including digital and physical for the event in coordination with the Communications Manager Coordinate international travel logistics and visa applications for staff, speakers, and consultants attending the conference Develop and maintain the conference run-of-show, agenda materials, registration tracking, and participant communications Support conference budgets, contracts, and invoicing  Serve as the primary operational point of contact for conference logistics across multiple time zones, both pre-event and on-site Manage post-conference follow-up, including expense reconciliation, participant surveys, and documentation 2. Programmatic Support Support Project Managers with grant management activities, including preparing, reviewing, and tracking accounts receivable and accounts payable invoices, and drafting and filing contracts Review and refine project materials, including slide decks and visual content; provide prooing and formatting support Conduct small to medium-sized research tasks to support active projects as needed Maintain project files and organize documentation for easy access; ensure files remain up to date 3. General Administrative Support Respond to general inquiries from staff regarding internal processes and procedures Assist with scheduling meetings across global time zones Support completion of organizational and funder-related forms and contracts Organize and manage routine event logistics outside the conference, including invitations, agendas, and participant follow-ups for webinars Organize and complete visa applications and other travel forms for staff and consultants Ensure SaaS platforms (including LaMP’s CRM) remain functional and up to date Support onboarding of any new staff or consultants who join during the contract period  4. Financial Management (light touch) Support organization-wide financial health by working with the Operations Manager and Accountants to keep program budgets updated and ensure expenses are allocated correctly Assist in gathering documentation for donor or client financial reporting, including reimbursements 
