Program Assistant

Program Assistant, International Visitor Leadership Program

Locations

• US-REMOTE-DC
• USA-Remote (Any)
• US-REMOTE-NC

Time Type: Full time

We are seeking a Program Assistant to support the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) and other exchanges. Launched in 1940 by the U.S. Department of State, IVLP seeks to build mutual understanding between the United States and other nations through carefully designed professional visits to the United States for emerging foreign leaders in government, politics, the media, education, the arts, business and other key fields. The IVLP team develops programs for approximately 500 IVLP visitors from around the world each year. The Global Connections department designs and implements academic, professional, cultural, and youth exchange programs for students and emerging leaders around the world.

This person will provide administrative support to program officers working on IVLP projects and other exchange programs.

Essential Job Functions

• Make logistical arrangements for groups of international visitors to the United States, including travel, hotels, ground transportation, catering, and coordination with local sponsors
• Process and track project expenditures; produce financial documents; Assist in the monitoring of project budgets
• Produce project materials, including but not limited to arrival packets, name badges and administrative documents
• Maintain project files and database and provide general project support
• Brief interpreters and international participants on administrative procedures and logistical arrangements pertaining to projects
• Manage virtual meeting production logistics using Zoom and other virtual meeting platforms for IVLP participants in coordination with program officers
• Perform other duties, as assigned

Required Skills and Qualifiications:

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple administrative tasks with a high degree of accuracy; ability to work independently and as a team member, take initiative, meet deadlines, and be flexible
• Strong computer skills including use of databases and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills
• Demonstrated interest in international exchanges
• Demonstrated interest in other countries
• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Typically requires 0 – 2 years of relevant administrative experience supporting projects and/or a technical practice area

Typical Physical Demands:

• Hybrid work environment (remote with occasional travel to DC office)
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• FHI issued laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

Travel Requirements:

• Less than 10%

Candidates in DC Metro or DMV area strongly preferred.

Pay Equity and Benefits:
The expected hiring salary range for this role is listed below. FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget.

Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 12% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.

Hiring Salary Range: $38,000 – $54,000

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

FHI 360 staff working in the United States are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, regardless of the type of project or client they serve, or of their employment status (full/part-time, remote, telework, or in-office), unless an accommodation applies. FHI 360 complies with federal, state, and local laws with regard to accommodations related to this policy. Full vaccination is currently defined as two weeks after the second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccine, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. Booster doses are not required at this time.

About Us
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, technology, communication and social marketing — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

As we evolve to meet the challenges of the future, we stand committed to the principles that have guided our organization for the last 40+ years. Our work continues to be grounded in research and science, strengthened by partnerships and focused on building the capacity of individuals, communities and countries to succeed.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.