United States of America: ABA ROLI Senior Program Officer, Middle East and North Africa (Staff)

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Program Officer is an integral part of a dynamic team supporting a portfolio of international development programs in Middle East and North Africa. Specific duties will include development, technical, administrative and financial management support and oversight.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the development of work plans and tracks all aspects of program implementation.
• Participates in the development of proposals and supporting budgetary requirements.
• Participates in the recruitment of workshop faculty and short- and long-term experts within an assigned area.
• Accompanies study tours and assist with program organization and activities and supports the tour leader.
• Provides support to and is accountable for logistical arrangements for domestic and international events and is accountable for the preparation or relevant briefing materials.
• May participate in ABA ROLI representation domestically.
• Actively participates in and assists in the development of M&E plans and ensures the effective implementation of M&E systems is based upon such data.
• Participates in the preparation of information and materials provided to donors.
• Assigns, coordinates, and participates in research activities as assigned.
• Assists in all compliance efforts with ABA and other donor policies, practices, procedures, and regulations.
• Accountable for adherence to and complianc3e with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act [FCPA].
• Conducts research and/or leads less senior Program Officers in the conduct of research related to ROLI initiatives.
• Performs other related duties as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience.
• At least four (4) years of work experience in a program management capacity.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BA in social sciences, or a relevant field with a minimum of three years previous work experience in international development, including short or long-term field experience; Related MA preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of USAID Rules and Regulations;
• Strong internet and computer software skills, including MS Office Suite programs, and web-based research tools;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work in multi-cultural and lingual settings;
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure with extreme attention to detail;
• Strong inter-personal skills.

*Due to the high volume of applications received, we are only able to follow up with candidates who are selected for interviews. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and this position may be filled prior to the close date.*

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