Program Officer (Fixed Term)

ADVENTIST DEVELOPMENT & RELIEF AGEN•Silver Spring, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Officer (PO) is a member of the Program Implementation Unit and will provide time-bound surge support (8 months) across the management of U.S. Government funded programs, with occasional support to foundation and other donor-funded projects as needed. The role supports Senior Program Managers with core program management functions, including reporting, coordination, and the systematic capture and translation of program learning into actionable and donor-facing products. This includes alignment with ADRA International systems such as LogAlto and adherence to donor requirements. This position contributes to strengthening ADRA International’s ability to connect implementation, data, and learning to support adaptive management and strategic positioning with key donors, particularly U.S. Government entities (DOS, USDA). This position is an 8 month assignment and employment will be on a fixed term agreement.

Requirements

Master’s degree in international studies, Business Administration or Knowledge Management.
At least one year of relevant experience in program management, and/or Knowledge Management within international development or related sectors
Experience in program design, implementation, and monitoring
Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in cross-cultural teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, Canva, Tablea, Logalto.
Fluency in English

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with U.S. Government funding mechanisms (USAID, USDA, State Department)
Additional language skills (French, Spanish, or Arabic)
PMD certification or equivalent
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
Ability to meet deadlines and maintain attention to detail
Strong collaboration and communication skills across teams and geographies
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

Support the review and updating of internal procedures, tools, and guidance documents
Contribute to the preparation of monthly and quarterly program updates, ensuring alignment between narrative reporting and LogAlto data
Support the use of LogAlto for tracking indicators, extracting insights, and strengthening coherence between M&E data and program narratives
Review and provide quality assurance for programmatic reports, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with donor expectations (primarily USG, with occasional support to other donors)
Support submission of reports through donor platforms
Coordinate regular check-ins with Country Offices, document key discussion points, and track follow-up actions
Maintain program tracking tools and dashboards (SharePoint, LogAlto, and internal trackers)
Provide general programmatic and administrative support as needed
Identify, capture, and synthesize key lessons learned from program implementation in coordination with Program Managers and MEAL teams
Translate program data and field experience into structured learning products, including briefs, white papers, and implementation summaries
Ensure learning outputs are aligned with LogAlto data, donor reporting, and program priorities
Support the development of donor-facing materials that highlight results, approaches, and impact, aligned primarily with USG priorities and adaptable to other donor audiences
Contribute to internal knowledge sharing to promote consistency and uptake of best practices across the portfolio
In coordination with Marketing and Development (M&D), support the identification and framing of humanitarian stories grounded in program evidence
Support proposal development through research, drafting, editing, and formatting
Integrate relevant program learning and evidence into proposals to strengthen positioning with U.S. Government donors (DOS, USDA) and, where relevant, foundation and other funding streams
Track donor priorities, funding trends, and emerging areas of focus
Performs other duties as required.