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 (Accesis a multifaceted 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 9:005:00 ET and will require one week of inperson attendance at the Washington, D.C. office each year.

This position will offer you:

• An opportunity to implement a highimpact 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 50year history of successful achievement in improving lives in lasting ways.
• A serviceoriented team of colleagues, dedicated to making a positive impact through creative problemsolving.

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 setup, 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.
• Crosscultural 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 23 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 9:005:00 ET and will require one week of inperson attendance at the Washington, D.C. office each year.