The National Endowment for Democracy (NED), a federally funded, private, nonprofit grantmaking organization that works to support freedom around the world, seeks a Program Officer /Assistant Program Officer (PO/APO) for the Europe portfolio. The position is based in Washington, D.C.
Position Summary:
The Program Officer/Assistant Program Officer (PO/APO) will work with the regional director and program staff to manage the Endowment’s grants program for the Central and Eastern European portfolio. The (PO/APO) will assist in the vetting of proposals and the monitoring and assessment of grants; draft analytical and descriptive material for internal and external offices; track political developments in Eastern Europe, with emphasis on Ukraine and provide programmatic support to senior staff.
- Responsibilities:
- Management of a portfolio of grants, including preparation of materials for review at quarterly board meetings.
- Oversee administrative and programmatic budgets.
- Review of grant applications.
- Coordination and engagement with other NED departments to further team priorities.
- Monitor grantees in the field through desk research and periodic travel.
- Maintain regular communication with grantees, other civil society organizations and contacts in the region.
- Provide general programmatic support for senior staff in fulfillment of the Endowment’s mission.
Qualifications:
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Knowledge/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs, Political Science, International Development or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
- Level 4 (APO) 2+ years
- Level 5 (PO) 4+ years
- 1+ years of living or working in the Central and Eastern Europe region for APO; 2+ years of living and working in the region for PO.
- Significant field work experience, study, or travel.
- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite, databases, and other applications.
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Other Qualifications:
- In-depth regional expertise in Eastern Europe, with emphasis on Ukraine.
- Familiarity with civil society issues and knowledge of civil society organizations and individual activists in Central and Eastern Europe, particularly in Ukraine.
- Grant-making, grant – management or fundraising experience;
- Fluency in Russian is required; Ukrainian is preferred; proficiency in other regional languages will be an added value.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
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Competencies:
- Strong organizational and grant management skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, international office environment.
The level of responsibility and independence in assigned tasks will increase with experience.
This position is part of the NED Bargaining Unit.
How to apply
To Apply:
Applications must include a cover letter, resume, desired salary, and contact information for three professional references, one of which should be a supervisor. Please, no phone calls. For more information, please visit our website at www.ned.org or [email protected].
The NED is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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