Program Coordinator

** APPLY TO WEBSITE** https://cnfa.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/1038 Primary Objective/Position Summary The Program Coordinator is an integral member of CNFA’s Program Management Unit (PMU) and will work on a dynamic team to support CNFA’s portfolio of agricultural development programs globally by providing administrative backstopping support from CNFA Headquarters in Washington, DC. General Responsibilities The PC will be responsible for a wide range of functions, including but not limited to: Support the function of liaising between projects and CNFA HQ in Washington, DC; Provide quality control in the preparation of work plans, budgets, regular updates and progress reports, and other major project deliverables; Support the senior members of the project management unit (PMU) in overseeing operational and programmatic success; Support the project implementation progress in relation to budgets, including monitoring and advising on project expenditure adjustment plans when necessary; Monitor the project to ensure agreement compliance, programmatically and financially, as well as timely achievement of project deliverables; Assist with preparation of contractual approval requests; Assist communications staff in developing and maintaining promotional content for project and CNFA websites; Review grant and procurement documentation to ensure compliance with client regulations and facilitate client approvals; Draft scopes of work for consultants and timetables for the design and implementation of specific consultancy mandates; participate in recruitment of highly qualified consultants; Assist CNFA’s recruitment team in the identification and retention of key employees, including local staff; Assist the PMU and in-country team with technical and operational procurement; Support the onboarding and contracting of project team staff; Collaborate with the Program Development Team to identify, attract and secure new business; Travel for site visits to assist in field office work efforts, complete general evaluations of program progress and potential, and collect program information; and Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Qualifications: Education Minimum Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, International Development, or related field. Master’s Degree preferred. Experience Preferred experience working with international development projects/programs focused on enterprise development, agriculture and/or agribusiness. Preferred experience backstopping USAID programming focused on the Middle East. Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities Knowledge of USAID (and/or other donor) program planning cycles, agreement rules and regulations, and reporting; Strong conceptual, verbal and written communication skills; Ability to initiate and organize work while establishing priorities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment to meet deadlines with attention to detail; Ability to develop strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results; Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities; Ability to work in an environment with international objectives; Ability to be flexible and interpersonal skills to interact with employees at all levels; and Ability to travel as required. Preferred working knowledge reading/writing/speaking Arabic. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook required. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $44,000.00 - $77,400.00 per year Benefits: 403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday License/Certification: Driver's License (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Washington, DC 20036 (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20036