Overview
The Program Officer, Resettlement Partnerships role is primarily focused on expanding the national geographic footprint of the program through partnerships. The position will be responsible for identifying, reviewing and onboarding new formal and informal partners in resettlement.
Tasks Summary
- Oversee and coordinate the identification, training and mentoring of local organizations in all aspects of PIR programming and operational delivery.
- Support the direct delivery of training as needed.
- Implement recruitment, vetting and management of partnership agreements.
- Lead the development and documentation of policies and practices that promote program compliance and excellence.
- Lead the development and management of training and technical assistance.
- Ensures completion of all activities in the program cycle including reporting, data collection, proposal writing, monitoring, training, and pipeline management.
- Guide internal and donor monitoring and co-monitor local offices for compliance with program guidelines.
- Help to coordinate the development of a PIR Program toolkit and New-to-PIR Learning Series.
- Contribute to training and compliance initiatives in IRC offices.
- Re-start sponsor circle initiatives and volunteer support for initial resettlement.
- Contribute to donor reports and proposals.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum five years progressive non-profit experience, preferably with experience in the former Reception and Placement Program under USRAP.
- Previous experience leading program design, budget and implementation, monitoring program compliance and providing technical assistance required.
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Social Work, International Affairs, or related field highly desirable.
