Key responsibilities
The Programs Associate (Full- Time Position) will primarily support the Programs Officer in the day-to-day management of AMAR U.S. projects and development of new program proposals, but will support all aspects of AMAR U.S.’ work as we continue to establish organizationally in the U.S. and develop our presence in the Washington D.C. non-governmental community.
Responsibilities will be varied and will include:
Project Management
· Assist in the management of major multi-year projects with governmental and institutional donors;
· Hold lead responsibility on a portion of AMAR projects with corporate and individual donors;
· Maintain close working relationships with staff to ensure optimal day-to-day program results;
· Ensure regular and timely internal and external program updates and reporting;
· Conduct project budgeting, financial management and financial reporting;
· Maintain correspondence with project funders, partners and other stakeholders;
· Represent AMAR to US government agencies, international institutions, NGOS and think-tanks;
· Prepare presentations of AMAR projects and ‘the AMAR model’ in a variety of formats – PowerPoint, briefing reports, web pages etc.;
Development:
· Support the Programs Officer and Development and Communications Officer across all fundraising and development efforts;
· Create concept notes and proposals in response to identified project needs;
· Identify and apply for grants and new sources of funding from governmental, institutional, corporate and private donors, including in response to specific US government and institutional requests for proposals;
· Strengthen relationships and increase giving from existing major donors.
Administration
- Arrange travel, meetings and appointments; Attend meetings and draft official minutes;
- Assist in the management of AMAR’s internship program, including daily supervision of tasking, regular feedback and periodic performance reviews;
Maintain AMAR licences and registrations, including charitable solicitation registrations across multiple US states;
General administrative, office management and other ad hoc tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS
Commitment:
· Strong commitment to the mission of AMAR U.S.;
· Strong commitment to building a healthy, sustainable organization by supporting all members of our close knit team;
· Strong commitment to core human rights values, tolerance and diversity;
Skills and Experience:
· Bachelors’ or Masters’ degree in a relevant field of study;
· 1-3 years’ experience in related project management, international development or non-profit work;
· An aptitude for producing high-quality work to deadlines and to balancing multiple commitments in an organized and efficient way;
· High level of numeracy;
· Previous work experience would ideally include:
Project Management and reporting
Budgeting and financial reporting;
Grant Writing targeted at Governmental and intergovernmental donors
Grant writing targeted at Foundation, corporate and individual donors;
Strong writing and editing skills;
Development of foundation, corporate and individual donors;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including public speaking;
High level of proficiency with IT generally and the Microsoft Office package, in particular Excel.
Familiarity:
Familiarity of the following are not necessary, but a plus:
· History, politics, culture, and current events in the Middle East, specifically, Iraq, Lebanon and Syria;
· Arabic language skills;
· Experience living in the Middle East.
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