Who We Are
IREX is a global development and education organization. We strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world—where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people, and communities thrive. With a projected annual portfolio of more than $150 million and more than 750 staff worldwide, we work with partners in more than 100 countries in four areas essential to progress: cultivating leaders, empowering youth, strengthening institutions, and increasing access to quality education and information.
The Senior Program Specialist will support the management of programs assigned to a specific country, responsible for the development of program work products, including but not limited to program timelines, budgets, reports, and other products as identified.
We are doers. Our decades of on-the-ground experience help us create greater impact, practical recommendations, and lasting partnerships.
Are you the next member of our team?
Your Background & Skills
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience working on veteran reintegration or veteran support projects, and excellent understanding of veteran support systems in Ukraine.
- Bachelor’s degree of relevant field.
- Successful record of supervising, designing, managing, and implementing projects, with strong preference for past veteran reintegration, and project management experience.
- Demonstrated success in maintaining excellent cooperation with local partner organizations, and the ability to establish productive relationships with government officials at national and local levels.
- Knowledge of and experience with programs funded by the U.S. Government.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and complete tasks/projects in accordance with stated deadlines.
- High attention to detail.
- Positive attitude and willingness to support and assist colleagues.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Ukrainian languages.
- Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Must demonstrate valid proof of unrestricted work authorization in Ukraine.
Your Daily Task
- Maintain effective collaborations with key local partners, such as program subgrantees, and other local, regional, and national government institutions and NGOs.
- Help strengthen and expands the network of veteran-focused Ukrainian NGOs.
- Negotiate with key local partners on program implementation.
- Evaluate proposals from potential subgrantees and working hand-in-hand with the selected few to finalize their envisioned subgrant activities.
- Act as a liaison between IREX and subgrantees, addresses inquiries and facilitating clear communication.
- Provide training and workshops for subgrantees on grant management, reporting requirements, and other capacity building topics.
- Support the management of a subset of project activities as assigned by the leadership team.
- Support the coordination of project activities across the team, ensuring that tasks are completed on time and aligned with project objectives.
- Support and evaluating the performance of consultants, ensuring they meet project goals and provide deliverables as outlined in their contracts.
- Act as the primary point of contact for consultants, addressing any issues or concerns and facilitating effective communication between consultants and project teams.
- Assist in communication between other program partners, experts, trainers, as needed.
- Contribute to drafting program-related documents, reports, and success stories.
- Work closely with subgrantees to ensure that they meet grant requirements and achieve their project objectives while adhering to organizational policies and regulatory standards.
- Monitor subgrantees’ adherence to contractual and regulatory requirements, including financial and performance reporting.
- Support procurements.
- Develop and support to develop contracts with consultants, ensuring that terms are clear, deliverables are defined, and compliant with organizational policies.
- Provide guidance to program staff, working hand-in-hand with the program officer.
- Other duties as assigned.
You will Get:
Committed, passionate, collaborative, and mission-driven colleagues who make IREX a good place to work. You will receive best-in-class learning, development, and growth opportunities, as well as a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive. This includes a well-being and employee assistance program, health coverage, a flexible work schedule, a generous PTO policy, a technology stipend, a diverse and inclusive work environment, and many more benefits.
We conduct background checks on all successful candidates.
This position is not eligible for Immigration Sponsorship.
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EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.