Senior Program Officer - MENA
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Position Summary The Senior Program Officer will exercise significant responsibility for all areas of program management including strategic design, program implementation, reporting and monitoring requirements, interaction with the State Department and other funders, domestic and international staff supervision, office management, communications, advocacy, fundraising, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. The Senior Program Officer will report to the Senior Program Manager.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred
At least 5 years of experience conducting democracy and human rights programs
Expertise in one or more of the following areas: strategy development, communications, advocacy and/or civic participation
Experience in providing technical assistance to local organizations in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regions or other developing countries
Experience and success in managing and supervising staff
Strong ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing
Expertise in USG funding sources and program management
Knowledge of democracy and human rights issues in the MENA regions
Knowledge of general accounting procedures as they relate to USG funding sources
Ability to write effective proposals and reports, understand and implement procedures, maintain documentation and complete required forms, and organize staff to meet multiple deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Some Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for successful implementation of current programs in the MENA region, including developing trainings and other technical assistance, assessing needs, financial management, staff supervision, office management, communications, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and other duties as needed for the success of overall Freedom House MENA operations
Build and maintain relationships with civil society and human rights organizations in the United States and in the region
Coordinate with the Senior Program Manager in DC and MENA staff to identify and pursue new opportunities for program development and funding
Prepare responses to requests from donors, governmental organizations, the media and the public regarding programs
Support Freedom House’s ongoing advocacy of democratic governance and human rights issues through occasional contribution to Freedom House publications, articles and other releases
We offer great benefits including:
100% employer-paid dental insurance
100% employer-paid health insurance; or generously subsidized depending on plan and coverage
100% employer paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
100% employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with generous matching funds with 2 year 100% vesting schedule
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursable expenses
Transportation pre-tax payroll deduction for metro, and garage parking in DC
Generous paid vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays
Tuition Reimbursement for graduate studies
And much more……
How to apply:
Qualified and Interested Applicants We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary history (only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) as well as desired salary to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing SPO MENA (2011-044) Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. Only candidates authorized to work in the U.S. need apply.
Position Summary The Senior Program Officer will exercise significant responsibility for all areas of program management including strategic design, program implementation, reporting and monitoring requirements, interaction with the State Department and other funders, domestic and international staff supervision, office management, communications, advocacy, fundraising, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. The Senior Program Officer will report to the Senior Program Manager.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred
At least 5 years of experience conducting democracy and human rights programs
Expertise in one or more of the following areas: strategy development, communications, advocacy and/or civic participation
Experience in providing technical assistance to local organizations in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regions or other developing countries
Experience and success in managing and supervising staff
Strong ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing
Expertise in USG funding sources and program management
Knowledge of democracy and human rights issues in the MENA regions
Knowledge of general accounting procedures as they relate to USG funding sources
Ability to write effective proposals and reports, understand and implement procedures, maintain documentation and complete required forms, and organize staff to meet multiple deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Some Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for successful implementation of current programs in the MENA region, including developing trainings and other technical assistance, assessing needs, financial management, staff supervision, office management, communications, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and other duties as needed for the success of overall Freedom House MENA operations
Build and maintain relationships with civil society and human rights organizations in the United States and in the region
Coordinate with the Senior Program Manager in DC and MENA staff to identify and pursue new opportunities for program development and funding
Prepare responses to requests from donors, governmental organizations, the media and the public regarding programs
Support Freedom House’s ongoing advocacy of democratic governance and human rights issues through occasional contribution to Freedom House publications, articles and other releases
We offer great benefits including:
100% employer-paid dental insurance
100% employer-paid health insurance; or generously subsidized depending on plan and coverage
100% employer paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
100% employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with generous matching funds with 2 year 100% vesting schedule
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursable expenses
Transportation pre-tax payroll deduction for metro, and garage parking in DC
Generous paid vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays
Tuition Reimbursement for graduate studies
And much more……
How to apply:
Qualified and Interested Applicants We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary history (only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) as well as desired salary to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing SPO MENA (2011-044) Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. Only candidates authorized to work in the U.S. need apply.
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