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Program Officer - Disability Rights Initiative

Eurasia Foundation

Job Description

Eurasia Foundation (EF), a US-based international development organization promoting good governance and vibrant civil society, is accepting applications for a Program Officer (PO). The PO is a member of EF's Innovative Training Solutions team and is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the Disability Rights program and will directly supervise two Program Associates while providing various support functions for program activities and monitoring.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Contribute to the development of the program's overall strategy
  • Build, train, and manage the program team and ensure quality performance
  • Monitor the program(s) activities towards desired outcomes and make informed decisions to revise strategies if necessary.
  • Provide day-to-day management of the assigned program(s).
  • Manage the budget and prepare budget projections in coordination with the Finance team.
  • Prepare scope of work and contract specifications for program consultants while monitoring and managing their time and deliverables and quality of work.
  • Meet with stakeholders to discuss program status
  • Draft, edit and finalize program's progress reports based on the agreement with program's donor
  • Develop new program ideas for current and future donors.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in disability studies, social science, international relations, training area studies or other related fields is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum three years of experience in project management is required
  • Experience and knowledge in implementing/managing programs related to disability advocacy is required
  • Experience in educational projects and online training is a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Strong connection to persons with disabilities is highly desired.
  • Exceptional communications and organizational skills and attention to detail is a must
  • Knowledge on the UN convention of the rights of persons with disabilities, UN treaty bodies is required
  • Excellent problem solving, risk management, and decision-making skills are required
  • Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment is required.
  • Fluency in English and Farsi/Dari is required
  • Excellent writing skills in English and Farsi/Dari is required
All applications require a cover letter and resume to be fully considered. No phone calls,

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DETAILS

Date Posted: July 21, 2022
Region: North America
Country: United States
Job Type: Full-Time

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