Program Associate, World Learning
World Learning International Development Programs has an immediate opening for a *Program Officer* at their *Visitors Exchange Program*. World Learning is a 75-year-old global non-profit with operations in
more than 70 countries. Through its award-winning international education programs – The Experiment in International Living, SIT Study Abroad, and SIT Graduate Institute – World Learning fosters global
citizenship by connecting over 3,000 young ambassadors annually across cultural differences and social barriers. Through its International
Development Programs, World Learning practices what it teaches, undertaking community-driven international development, training, and
exchange projects in twenty countries. For more information visit
www.worldlearning.org
Reports to: Program Officers
Location: Washington, DC -1990 M Street office
Duration: Six months from date of appointment
General Description: The Program Associate supports a Senior Program Officer for MENA and the Program Officer for FORECAST/MBA with administrative duties. The Program Associate is involved in various aspects of the academic and short-term placement and monitoring of group and individual training programs.
Specific Responsibilities:
* Facilitate the application process by completing the requisite application forms, ensuring timely submission, and monitoring application process for academic placements
* Draft correspondence, copy and file documents, send /email information to Field
* Enter data into computer system, making corrections as needed
* Ensure proper receipt collection and reconciliation
* Maintain comprehensive files for each participant with copies of all documentation pertaining to each case (including procurement process, emails, applications, financial expenditures, phone logs etc.).
* Arrange for meet and greet services upon arrival to the US
* Pay monthly maintenance allowance as dictated USAID in ADS 253
* Make logistical arrangements for participants' (travel, hotel, per diem, etc.)
* Enroll participants in USAID Health and Accident Insurance (HAC)
* Make timely payments including tuition and fees, book allowances, and HAC premiums
* Assemble participant files and orientation packets
* Assist in group/individual administrative briefings and exit interviews
* Collect, record, and send exit information and materials to and from participants
* Act as liaison for (health insurance) questions and problems
* Provide assistance to Program Officers in all aspects of programming
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent, relevant experience
* Office work experience, computer skills, detailed oriented, data entry experience
* Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
* Knowledge of international development/education
* Regional expertise, preferred
Salary: This 6 month position is based on an annual salary of $32,500 + benefits. Qualified candidates must send in a cover letter to recruitment@worldlearning.org stating why they are the best qualified for this position plus a c.v. Permanent U.S. work authorization required. Open until filled.
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