Вакансія: Program Manager

 About IREX: 

IREX is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to building a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world by empowering youth, cultivating leaders, strengthening institutions, and extending access to quality education and information. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of $80 million and a staff of over 400 professionals worldwide who implement programs and provide consulting expertise in more than 100 countries. For more detailed information about IREX please visit www.irex.org. 

Summary of America House Program: 

Through the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine, IREX administers the America House, a welcoming, dynamic space that fosters discussion and debate, provides opportunities for professional and personal skill building, and sparks creativity and collaboration around shared Ukrainian and U.S. values. The America House offers not only a physical space, but also a virtual hub, which facilitates access to balanced resources and information. Peer-to-peer cultural exchanges, discussions and learning at the America House provide visitors with a seat in “America’s living room.” For more detailed information about America House please visit www.americahousekyiv.org.  

Summary of Position: 

IREX’s America House Odesa Program Manager will be part of IREX’s America House team and will be responsible for the oversight of all programs of the America House Odesa project. The position is based in Odesa and may require occasional travel within Ukraine. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following: 

Description of Responsibilities:  

• In close consultation with IREX Kyiv office and the US Embassy, administer America House Odesa physical space  launch, including  renovating, and furnishing America House space according to American Spaces and IREX standards;  
• Develop program material, including research and design of strategic events, and ensure proposed activities align with USG priorities;  

• Drive innovation of programming and resources for America House Odesa; 
• Liaise with America House Kyiv team to ensure ongoing coordination and collaboration of programming activities; 
• Establish and strengthen relations with local and international organizations; 
• Contribute to overall programming strategy for America House Odesa; 
• Monitor and administer day- to-day management of the program activities;  

• Ensure effective monitoring, evaluation and reporting of program activities; 
• Draft programmatic reports, success stories as well as prepare documents and instructions related to program activities; 
• Manage volunteers and Youth Leadership Program participants; 
• Represent IREX and support its organizational development in Odesa; 
• Other duties as assigned.  

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree;  
• Strong intercultural and communications skills;  
• Minimum 3 years of experience on similar positions;  

• Knowledge of youth and cultural organizations; 
• Skilled at handling multiple tasks and able to maintain a calm, friendly demeanor under stressful situations;  
• Familiarity with political, economic, social, and conflict issues in Ukraine; 
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and complete tasks/projects in accordance with stated deadlines; 
• Experience in people management;  

• Experience in managing events and handling logistics; 
• Experience with grants management is a plus; 
• USG Alumni status and familiarity with the United States is a plus;  
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills;  
• Strong command of spoken/written English, Ukrainian;  

• Familiarity with Odesa local context seen as an asset. Applicant currently residing in Odesa or planning to relocate to Odesa in the nearest future is given preference in selection.   
• Ability to travel.  

 Working conditions:   

• Official full-time employment;  
• Competitive salary based on USD exchange rate;  
• Medical insurance and work equipment (laptop and phone);  
• Professional development opportunities;  
• Hybrid/remote working style;  

• A friendly working atmosphere where your ideas are welcome;  
• Being a part of a team of enthusiasts who strive to change Ukraine for the better.    

To Apply: 

Please send your cover letter and resume in English (ONLY) as an attachment in an email with “America House Odesa Program Manager” in the subject line to [email protected]. Only complete applications will be considered. No telephone inquiries will be accepted.  

Application Deadline: December 11, 2022.  
Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.