Job Vacancies Pan American Development Foundation (PADF), September 2010
Job Vacancies Pan American Development Foundation (PADF)
Created in 1962 through a unique agreement between the Organization of American States (OAS) and the private sector, the Pan American Development Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization 501(c)(3) that creates public-private partnerships to assist the least advantaged people in Latin America and the Caribbean. Having worked in every country in the region, PADF engages community-based groups, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), national, state, and municipal governments, and the private sector in the process of implementing appropriate solutions for sustainable development. Through these partnerships, we seek to achieve excellent and lasting programmatic impacts in creating economic opportunities, promoting social investments, strengthening communities and civil society, and preparing for and responding to natural disasters.
Position: Program Manager II
Closing Date: Thursday, 30 September 2010
Location: United States of America (the) – Washington, D.C.
JOB DESCRIPTION Program Manager II
Position Title Program Manager II
Grade 8
Location Washington, D.C. One-year, full-time position with benefits.
Start Date
Position is available immediately.
Supervision
Reports to and performance evaluated by the Program Director.
Education Required
Must have a B.A. or B.S. in International Development, Political Science, Public Policy, Journalism, or similar related field. Masters degree preferred.
Language Proficiency Required
Native or fluent Spanish and English, excellent oral and writing abilities in both languages.
Other Requirements
* At least 1-3 years of experience in International Development, Civil Society Strengthening, Civic Participation, or related area working in a Latin America country with Latin American beneficiaries at the grassroots level and with civic and political leaders.
* Knowledge of U.S. State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development processes, operations and programs is also required.
* Knowledge of standard Microsoft software.
* Results-oriented, self-motivated, ability to work in fast-paced environment. Effective communication skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Exhibits and supports a positive attitude. Seeks opportunities to contribute to program goals.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
The Program Manager is responsible for day-to-day management of a civil society program. The candidate shall support the development and implementation of general program management instruments, including financial tracking mechanisms, selection of and negotiation with partner organizations, tracking of program budgets, monitoring of program activities, and evaluation of program outputs. The candidate shall ensure that all project grants and partner organizations comply with organization and US Government regulations, and will assist in supervising the program budget process, and will be responsible for meeting donor technical and financial reporting requirements. The candidate shall manage key program timelines, deadlines, and deliverables to ensure strong program implementation on time and within budget.
The Program Manager shall be knowledgeable of USAID project preparation and implementation requirements and will participate in support of program development opportunities.
The candidate shall be able to exercise leadership and inspire confidence among potential donors and must have an ability to work at all levels of society, from senior corporate and international agency executives, to local community, NGO leaders, and project beneficiaries.
Interested candidates should forward CV and short cover letters to: Seto Akinjiola, PADF Human Resources Director, sakinjiola@padf.org
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About PADF
Created in 1962 through a unique agreement between the Organization of American States (OAS) and the private sector, the Pan American Development Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization 501(c)(3) that creates public-private partnerships to assist the least advantaged people in Latin America and the Caribbean. Having worked in every country in the region, PADF engages community-based groups, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), national, state, and municipal governments, and the private sector in the process of implementing appropriate solutions for sustainable development. Through these partnerships, we seek to achieve excellent and lasting programmatic impacts in creating economic opportunities, promoting social investments, strengthening communities and civil society, and preparing for and responding to natural disasters.
Pan American Development Foundation
Organization of American States Building
1889 F Street N.W., 2nd Floor
Washington, D.C. 20006
http://www.padf.org
How to apply
Please contact Seto Akinjiola, PADF HR Manager at sakinjiola@padf.org
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