2147 PROGRAM OFFICER/ASSISTANT PROGRAM OFFICER (PO/APO), SOUTHEAST EUROPE

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 Southeast 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 Southeast Europe, and provide programmatic support to senior staff.

Responsibilities:

• Management of a portfolio of grants, including preparation of materials for review at quarterly board meetings.
• Monitoring of grantees in the field through desk research and periodic travel.
• Maintain regular communication with grantees, other civil society organizations, and contacts in the region.
• Coordination and engagement with other NED departments to further team priorities.
• Provide general programmatic support for senior staff in fulfillment of the Endowment’s mission.

Qualifications:

• 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 Southeast Europe region for APO; 2+ years of living and working in the region for PO.
  • Significant fieldwork experience, study or travel in the region.
  • Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite, databases, and other applications.

• Other Qualifications:

  • In-depth regional expertise in Southeast Europe, with emphasis on the Western Balkans.
  • Familiarity with civil society issues and knowledge of civil society organizations and individual activists in Southeast Europe
  • Grant-making, grant – management or fundraising experience;
  • Knowledge of at least one regional language is required.
  • Authorized to work in the United States.

• Competencies:

  • Strong 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.