Program Officer I

Program Officer I Description: 

All eligible candidates are highly encouraged to include a cover letter with their application. 

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization. We are dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes authorities in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges.

The English Access Scholarship Program (Access) is a multi-faceted program designed to support global English language learning needs and to improve English teaching globally. The program exposes participants to U.S. culture and democratic values through English language scholarships, professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators, and programming for alumni. Since its inception in 2004, over 200,000 students in more than 80 countries have participated in the Access Program activities.  

This position requires availability from 9:00-5:00 ET and will require one week of in-person attendance at the Washington, D.C. office each year.

This position will offer you: 

• An opportunity to implement a high-impact global education and public diplomacy program with inclusivity, increased diversity, and accessibility at the core. 

• The chance to be a part of an agile, collaborative, and dedicated team focused on supporting the goals of the Access program and global counterparts.  

• Opportunity to learn and grow within a larger nonprofit organization with a 50-year history of successful achievement in improving lives in lasting ways.  

• A service-oriented team of colleagues, dedicated to making a positive impact through creative problem-solving. 

Responsibilities: 

• Provide operational assistance for the administration of the English Access Scholarship Program. 

• Partner with and support Regional Program Officers in regional portfolios. 

• Complete administrative tasks in support of core project operations including agreement set-up, processing program reports, and program close out. 

• Assist in creation and maintenance of project materials, including but not limited to internal process outlines, standard program templates, and standard communication templates. 

• Review and verify program documents for accuracy. 

• In partnership with the Regional Program Officers, ensure that routine program communication is sent to U.S. Embassy personnel. 

• Perform quality assurance checks of new technologies to improve program procedures. 

• Assist in the preparation and facilitation of training sessions for internal and external Access Program team members. 

• Other duties, as assigned 

Applied Knowledge & Skills: 

• Strong attention to detail. 

• Outstanding time management skills and ability to manage competing deadlines. 

• Strong oral and written communication skills. 

• Proven organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy. 

• Ability to work independently and as a team member, take initiative, and be flexible. 

• Cross-cultural communication skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a professional, clear, and positive fashion with clients and staff. 

• Strong data management and digital literacy, including use of databases; proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel, and SharePoint. Advanced SharePoint and Excel skills preferred. 

Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree required; a minimum of 2-3 years of work experience in a NGO, government agency or private organization. 

• Some travel may be required in this position. 

• This position requires availability from 9:00-5:00 ET and will require one week of in-person attendance at the Washington, D.C. office each year.

The expected US Based hiring salary range for this role is listed below. Candidate FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget. 

Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 12% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.

US Based Hiring Salary Range: $51,000 - $67,000

International hiring ranges will differ based on location.

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

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