Program Officer - YPIP

POSITION LOCATION: Tashkent, Uzbekistan

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time (40 hours/week)

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible

About the organization 

American Councils for International Education is a premier, international non-profit organization creating educational opportunities that prepare individuals and institutions to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world. Through academic exchanges, overseas language immersion, and educational development programs, American Councils has designed and administered innovative programs that broaden individual perspectives, increase knowledge, and deepen understanding for more than 40 years across more than 80 countries.

Position Summary

The Program Officer will work closely with the American Councils Uzbekistan office and primarily within the Positive Youth Development program portfolio. The Program Officer works to advance American Councils’ mission by supporting the development and implementation of international education programs. This position is responsible for managing programs from conception to completion, including participant recruitment, program logistics, and financial management. The Program Officer is also responsible for building and maintaining relationships with partner organizations and stakeholders. This position reports to a Deputy Country Director in Tashkent and Program Manager in DC. 

Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the implementation of international education programs, including program logistics and participant recruitment.
• Develop and maintain relationships with partner organizations and stakeholders.
• Provide support and guidance to program participants throughout the program cycle.
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Monitor program activities and evaluate program outcomes, making adjustments to program design as necessary.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement new program initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of organizational policies and procedures related to international education programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as HR, business, or communications.; Master's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in program management, preferably in the international education field.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software suite, common social media platforms and project management tools
• Familiarity with international education programs and study abroad procedures.
• Proficiency in Russian and Uzbek language preferred.

Compensation

American Councils for International Education offers a competitive international salary based on Tashkent, Uzbekistan cost of living standards. 

TO APPLY:

· Please send to uzjobs@americancouncils.org your resume/CV as well as a cover letter that includes the following: (i) why are interested in the position, (ii) why you are well suited for the position, and (iii) what you would expect as a monthly salary (final takehome salary amount per month after taxes).

· Your resume/CV should be saved as follows: LAST NAME OF APPLICANT – resume.doc (for example, if your last name is Kayumov, the file should be Kayumov-resume.doc).

· Your cover letter should be saved as: LAST NAME OF APPLICANT – letter.doc (for example, if your last name is Kayumov, the file should be Kayumov-letter.doc). File extensions of .docx and PDF are also acceptable.

· Write LAST NAME OF APPLICANT – YPIP Program Officer in the subject line of your email.

Hiring will be conducted on a rolling basis, the position will be filled immediately once the proper candidate is interviewed and selected.

Interested candidates should submit their application as soon as possible.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – American Councils is committed to taking affirmative steps to enhance employment opportunities for minorities, women, veterans, and people with disabilities, and strives to ensure that meaningful employment and promotional opportunities are maintained for everyone. American Councils’ commitment to equal employment opportunity is based not only on federal requirements, but also on a longstanding commitment to maintaining a diverse workforce reflective of the communities in which we operate. 

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information