Program Officer III in Washington, DC or Research Triangle Park, NC.

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts 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. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Program Officer III in Washington, DC or Research Triangle Park, NC.

Position Description:

Provides technical assistance and support to programs. Collects, complies, and analyzes information relevant to programs. Provides administrative and project support, in addition to communication efforts related to program management and execution. Ensures compliance with internal and external regulations. Monitors budget for programs and develops monitoring system for reviewing project status. Ensures completion of program while adhering to budget, scope, and schedule requirements. Develops/Reviews work plans, prepares presentations, and supports other related program objectives and deliverables. The Program Officer III will:

Provides support to program management such as troubleshooting, updates work plans, coordinates travel arrangements and monitors program activities. Tracks performance against Financial Cost Objective (FCO) ID, project timelines, budget, objectives, and deliverables. Facilitates communication by answering partner inquires and monitoring project websites. Designs, implements, and coordinates specific program activities and may conduct research to achieve program goals. Works with Project Manager and assists with developing budgets, proposals, managing grants, project materials, and information. Collects, complies and analyzes information relevant to the program. May provide administrative support to programs as needed by writing, reviewing, and translating reports on a quarterly basis. Provides technical assistance and support to program. Reviews and contributes to work plans for one or many programs. Documents and shares project accomplishments, challenges, and lessons learned among internal and external partners. Serves as the liaison for internal units, such as finance, contracts, centers, etc. Supports program/project teams administratively and technically to provide high quality deliverables to clients Develops reports, briefing papers, press releases, and presentations as necessary for one or multiple projects/programs. Ensures timely implementation, and monitors project activities against work plans. Identifies resource development opportunities and supports development of proposals. Assists with budgeting and writing proposals. Serves as the liaison with government officials, local communities, and other organizations. Provides technical input to projects, including monitoring and evaluation. Supervises and mentors staff and provides training on systems, policies, and regulations. Leads projects/programs in coordination among project leaders. Oversees all aspects of the program. Ensures integrity of design and implementation of program. Provides timely and high quality work plans with programmatic, financial, technical reports. Develops and monitors budgets. Ensures accountability of all project activities. Ensures achievement of project performance objectives and deliverables. Develops and maintains relationships with government agencies, and other organizations. Represents organization in matters pertaining to the execution of the program.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree or its international equivalent in knowledge/information services, Communications, Public Health, Social Sciences, Education, Economics or other field related to international/ human development. Typically requires a minimum of 8 + years’ experience with program management, crosscultural communications, US Government rules and regulations or an equivalent combination of both education and work experience. Substantial experience using computerized information systems. Articulate and professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with clients and staff. Fluent Spanish language proficiency required.

How to apply:

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation and benefits package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

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