Iran Program Officer IWPR Washington DC, United States

Summary: IWPR is seeking a Program Officer to provide management support to specific projects and work to develop new programs for its Iran Program. He/she will work directly with the Program Director to ensure the day-to-day activities of the current field projects as well as the development of the future programs.

IWPR’s mission is to give voice to people at the frontlines of conflict, crisis and change. IWPR aims to build the capacity and the skills of local journalism, working to strengthen local media institutions, and engage with civil society and governments to ensure that information achieves impact.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

Program implementation:

• Assist the Program Director with all aspect of the program activities
• Liaise and coordinate with project managers, and monitor the proper implementation of all projects to ensure that they are meeting their budgetary and programming targets

Ensure quality reporting to donors by:

• Keeping various projects field staff informed of new information from donors relating to grant responsibilities and reporting requirements.
• Ensure data gathering and flow of information from field projects for preparation of quarterly, annual and other reports as required by donors, Board of Directors, etc.
• Draft board memos, work plans, quarterly and other reports with minimal substance guidanc

Program Development:

• Participate in program development activities in full conjunction with the program and development team
• Help identifying new donors and partners,
• Supporr/prepare grant proposals in response to new funding opportunities and/or in other fund-raising efforts for existing or future projects.
• Work in close conjunction with IWPR leadership to edit and improve grant proposals..

Program Budgeting:

• Create initial drafts of budgets; generates pipeline of expenses.
• Maintain invoicing and vouchering procedures for projects
• Review spending on a quarterly basis to ensure that program spending is on target and that the budget needs no revision
• Assist with budget revisions if necessary

Administrative:

• Serve as direct administrative and executive support for the Program Director
• Coordinate and manage relationships with the key vendors and consultants
• Help organize meetings, and take on other duties as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience

• BA (MA is preferred) in international development, political science or related fields
• Minimum four (4) years project coordination and management experience in an international development organization
• Experience in writing proposals and creating budgets
• Exceptional writing skills, clear and persuasive with little to no editing;
• Seasoned knowledge of budget and accounting procedures;
• Familiarity with web-based informational and organizational tools.
• Current knowledge of Iranian social, political and cultural landscape required
• Persian language desirable

Personal Capabilities

• Capacity to work both independently and as a member of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while juggling and coordinating multiple projects and deadlines
• Cultural sensitivity
• Motivated and results oriented

To apply: Please complete online application form.

roza(at)iwpr.net