Program Officer II, IVLP

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.


This position is funded through the end of the calendar year: December 31, 2026.

Accountabilities:

• 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

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Prior experience as a programmer for IVLP is required
• 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.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Works on problems of diverse scope that require review of various factors.
• Uses cost benefit/risk assessment with selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate action.
• Builds productive working relationships internally and externally.
• Decisions may cause delays and affect a work unit or area within a department.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Receives little instruction on routine work. Receives methods and procedures on new projects or assignments.
• May provide guidance to other lower-level personnel.
• Reports to a Manager, Associate Director, or Director.

Typical Physical Demands :

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift or move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used :

• Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

Travel/Location Requirements:

• 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.

The expected US-based hiring salary range for this role is listed below. 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 7% 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: USD 64,000 - 74,000 annually

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.

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