Program Officer, Selection and Administration, Stevens Digital Leaders

The Program Officer – Selection and Administration will provide operational, administrative, and logistical support for the implementation of the J. Christopher Stevens Digital Leaders Program, a U.S. Department of State-funded program that connects participants in the United States and the Middle East and North Africa. The program includes four interconnected components that build on one another: short-term virtual exchanges focused on leadership and professional skills development;

virtual internships and project-based learning opportunities with U.S. and MENA organizations; in-person Alumni Accelerator workshops centered on themes such as STEM, artificial intelligence, digital media, entrepreneurship, and peace building; and alumni seed funding to support participant-led community impact projects. The Program Officer will support the successful coordination of program activities of over 4,000 participants, partner communications, trainings, and events across multiple countries and time zones.

FLSA STATUS
:
Exempt

Pay Range
: $55,000-$65,000

The Program Officer – Selection and Administration will provide operational, administrative, and logistical support for the implementation of the J. Christopher Stevens Digital Leaders Program, a U.S. Department of State-funded program that connects participants in the United States and the Middle East and North Africa. The program includes four interconnected components that build on one another: short-term virtual exchanges focused on leadership and professional skills development;

virtual internships and project-based learning opportunities with U.S. and MENA organizations; in-person Alumni Accelerator workshops centered on themes such as STEM, artificial intelligence, digital media, entrepreneurship, and peace building; and alumni seed funding to support participant-led community impact projects. The Program Officer will support the successful coordination of program activities of over 4,000 participants, partner communications, trainings, and events across multiple countries and time zones.

Working closely with the Program Manager and Senior Program Officers, the Program Officer will help ensure smooth day-to-day program operations, maintain compliance with organizational and donor requirements, support financial and reporting processes, and contribute to a high-quality participant experience. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced international program environment.

The position reports to the Program Director. This is a Washington, D.C.

-based position with a hybrid schedule of office and work-from home days (minimum two in-office days).

• Serves as operational lead for participant recruitment and selection, including application management and review process;
• Takes the lead on administrative support to the program, including but not limited to, scheduling, facilitator payments, participant support, and maintenance of program documentation;
• Coordinates logistics for virtual and in-person meetings, trainings, workshops, and exchange activities across multiple time zones;
• Supports participant onboarding and communication in coordination with program staff and implementing partners;
• Monitors program timelines, deliverables, and internal tracking systems to support successful implementation;
• Provides administrative and operational support for facilitator trainings, virtual exchange activities, and alumni engagement efforts;
• Supports outreach and coordination with educational institutions, civil society organizations, and partner organizations in the United States and MENA region;
• Provides administrative and logistical support for Alumni Accelerators and other major program activities;
• Updates the Program Manager and Senior Program Officers on program developments, implementation challenges, and key operational updates;
• Maintains program databases, participant records, and filing systems in accordance with organizational and donor requirements;
• Supports financial tracking, payment processing, and reconciliation activities in coordination with finance and operations teams;
• Drafts quarterly reports, briefing materials, and program documentation; and
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in international relations, international education, public administration, development,…