Program Coordinator, Communities & Governance Practice (NEW)

Who We Are

IREX is a global development and education organization. We strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world—where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people, and communities thrive. With a projected annual portfolio of more than $150 million and more than 750 staff worldwide, we work with partners in more than 100 countries in four areas essential to progress: cultivating leaders, empowering youth, strengthening institutions, and increasing access to quality education and information.

IREX seeks a Program Coordinator to provide programmatic, financial, and administrative support for IREX's programs in the Communities and Governance (C&G) practice. C&G projects advance equal access to rights and justice, expand inclusive avenues for civic participation, and promote accountable governance. The Program Coordinator will contribute to critical program administration functions including writing and editing reports, assisting with compliance and financial management tasks, and supporting subgrant and contract development and monitoring.  

We are doers. Our decades of on-the-ground experience help us create greater impact, practical recommendations, and lasting partnerships.

Are you the next member of our team?

Your Background & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Experience working with project partners, consultants, and/or beneficiaries is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of US Government requirements for grant-funded programs is strongly preferred.
• Experience developing and/or delivering trainings is preferred.
• Experience working on or interest in civil society, gender equality and social inclusion, human rights, advocacy, or other civic engagement topics.
• Experience handling personal identifying information.
• Knowledge of and experience with monitoring and evaluation and data collection preferred.
• Study, work, or living experience abroad, preferably in the Middle East, East Asia or Near East.
• Work experience may include internships or part-time job or combination of both. Skills may vary based on program, project, or practice needs.
• Proficiency in Dari, Persian (Farsi), or Tajik required. Speaking, reading, and writing proficiency in English required. 
• Proven administrative and organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
• Clear, succinct, and compelling communication skills, including exceptional writing and editing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member with the consistent ability to take initiative, meet deadlines, and be flexible.
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communications skills.
• You must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United …