Program Officer II, IVLP

Family Health International•Washington, DC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

FHI 360 designs and implements academic, professional, cultural, and youth exchange programs for students and emerging leaders around the world. We are seeking a Program Officer II to join our team that implements the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) and other exchanges. The Program Officer will manage a series of short exchanges to the U.S. (typically 3-week) throughout the year for emerging leaders from around the world. Projects cover a vast array of topics such as federalism, judicial systems, entrepreneurship, education and public health.

Requirements

Full understanding of project/project management concepts and practices.
Basic knowledge of the technical area of the project.
Task level knowledge.
Working knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with project design.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong and demonstrated project/project management skills.
Ability to problem solve and implement corrective action as needed.
Ability to prepare reports and provide information to management in a timely matter.
Articulate, professional, and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with funder and staff.
Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English, fluent in host country language as appropriate.
Bachelor's degree
4-6 years of work experience in a NGO, government agency or private organization
Strong oral and written communication skills; demonstrated professionalism in written correspondence
Strong and demonstrated program/project management skills
Proven organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy; ability to take initiative, meet deadlines, and be flexible
Demonstrated ability to think analytically and to problem solve
Proven ability to build productive working relationships internally and externally
Strong computer skills including use of databases and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
Must reside in the Washington, D.C. area, and be able to work often from the D.C. office and attend project activities around the region.

Responsibilities

Research, conceptualize and write proposals for exchange programs, developing themes and content and determining itineraries
Develop and manage project budgets to ensure that project activities have financial support and that expenses do not exceed funds authorized by project grants, which includes responsibility for disbursement of funds to project participants, interpreters, and vendors, as well as the reconciliation of travel advances
Identify and coordinate with local partner organizations across the United States to develop local programs
Arrange the Washington, D.C. itineraries for each project, including coordination of professional appointments, panels, site visits, and social and cultural activities
Arrange and conduct orientation sessions in the Washington, D.C. office for delegations.
Help prepare project materials and packets for participants at the Washington, D.C. office prior to each group’s arrival.
Supervise program associate activities on assigned projects to ensure the timely planning and implementation of all project logistics and materials
Orient the project interpreters and liaisons to the policies and practices of FHI 360 and the client, and to the requirements of the assigned project
Maintain a close and responsive working relationship with the client, interpreters, and partner organizations throughout the assigned projects, making adjustments to in the program as needed; managing emergency situations
Conduct final project evaluations, and prepare timely, accurate, and complete program reports as required by the project grant