Position Summary:

The Project Lead, Exchanges, will be primarily responsible for implementing and administering CRDF Global exchange program activities. Using project management best practices, the Project Lead develops and manages the technical, financial, and administrative aspects of exchange programs, including but not limited to the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), to ensure they are administered and implemented in a manner consistent with CRDF Global and funder objectives. This position is based in CRDF Global’s Arlington office. The PL will also develop and manage additional Development & Exchanges projects as necessary.

Major Responsibilities:

• Designs and implements project plans using best practices for Project Management (for

multiple projects) that may include work breakdown structures (WBS), statements of work, schedules, deliverables, monitoring and evaluation plans, and project budgets.

• Manages projects for the International Visitors Leadership Program and other exchange programs as required.
• Design and develop project proposals and itineraries that meet the stated project objectives, and appropriate content and geographic balance.
• Works with stakeholders to design, develop, and implement in-person and virtual program activities.
• Arrange professional meetings in the Washington, D.C. area and provide project itinerary guidance to community partners for each IVLP project.
• Assist IVLP team with ongoing projects related to monitoring & evaluation and social media management (in coordination with the Marketing and Communications Team), among other areas.
• Supports CRDF Global related growth efforts, including managing stakeholder relations and networking with funders; developing concepts and new project ideas; serving on growth capture teams; and representing program or projects at external events; and
• Supports other programs and staff, as required.
• Travels within the U.S. and internationally as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• 3 years of progressively responsible work experience in managing donor-funded programming
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Excellent and effective written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with a wide range of individuals from varied backgrounds at all levels within their organizations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and use of databases
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects at various stages of completion
• Exceptional organizational skills/attention to detail; ability to meet deadlines
• Strong diplomatic and negotiating skills
• US work authorization

Preferred:

• Experience working in donor-funded projects, especially for the U.S. government or multilateral institutions.
• Experience implementing the International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) or other programs funded by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
• Background, knowledge or familiarity with public diplomacy programs

Salary & Benefits: The base pay range for this position is $59,360 to $ 65,000. The determination of salaries in this job classification depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, relevant candidate experience, job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills. In addition, we have a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) retirement savings plan; paid time off; education reimbursement; student loan paydown and more.

CRDF Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). CRDF Global provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, or disabled status. All positions require US work authorization and CRDF Global does not provide employment visa sponsorship. Unless otherwise stated, all positions are based in our Arlington, Virginia location. We work in a hybrid environment that provides employees a weekly mix of in-office and remote work.