Program Associate (IVLP)
Program Associate (IVLP)
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Not Disclosed
Salary Not Disclosed
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Reports to: Program Officer
Salary Range: $49400
Anticipated Start Date: August 18 2025
Term of Employment: Full-time
Apply by: July 20 2025 resume and cover letter required
Base of Designation: Washington DC
Remote Eligible: Hybrid only not remote (staff member must be based in Washington DC)
Conditional on Funding Position funded through 12/31/25; will be renewed pending availability of funding and satisfactory performance
World Learning seeks a Program Associate to support the implementation of the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) the flagship professional exchange program of the U.S. Department of State. The Program Associate will work with a Program Officer and other partners to make programmatic and logistical arrangements for foreign professionals participating in the IVLP program.
The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to manage multiple tasks work both independently and collaboratively handle logistics and other arrangements with attention to detail and communicate clearly and effectively with diverse partners and stakeholders. An interest in working with people from other cultures and backgrounds and a proactive collaborative attitude are essential. This position provides an opportunity to engage with U.S. and international leaders in a range of fields learn about key U.S. foreign policy issues and help forge international partnerships.
ABOUT GLOBAL PROGRAMS
This position will be a part of the Global Programs unit which designs implements monitors and evaluates global exchange education and development programs. We work with various donors including the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development to achieve immediate impact and sustainable outcomes. Consistent with our organizations status as both a global nonprofit and an accredited institution of higher education we prioritize experiential programs that are grounded in theory proven in practice and lift up diverse voices.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the successful implementation of in-person virtual and hybrid exchange programs in support of U.S. foreign policy goals;
- Arrange program logistics (air and ground travel hotels meeting venues and virtual meetings);
- Create and manage financial documents and processes including invoices expense reports and budgets;
- Conduct project briefings with participants on program arrangements;
- Assist in the development of program itineraries and arrange professional appointments for participants;
- Conduct research to support the preparation of programs;
- Support the preparation of briefing books and program materials for participants;
- Accompany participants as required to appointments; or facilitate on-site or virtual meetings for participants;
- Supervise interns and support their professional development; and
- Actively participate in activities to support team organizational and network-wide goals.
As members of World Learnings staff program associates also have various opportunities for professional development including skill-building workshops shadowing sessions with internal and external entities and brownbag lunches on various topics relevant to international education and exchange.
Requirements
Required Experience/Education:
- A bachelors degree and one year of professional experience; or three years of relevant professional experience
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the location where this position is offered.
Required Skills:
- Experience with successfully managing multiple tasks at the same time while meeting deadlines;
- Demonstrated experience with organizing logistics for events or travel;
- Strong attention to detail including in written work and financial tasks;
- Effective presentation and interpersonal skills;
- An ability to problem-solve work with responsibility and make decisions in ambiguous situations;
- Proficiency with technology platforms such as Microsoft 365 Suite web conferencing platforms and social media;
- Fluency in written and spoken English
Required Behaviors/Competencies:
- Acts as a collaborative and resourceful team player;
- Understands how to cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with diverse stakeholders;
- Supports a culture of continuous learning and improvement through diligent program monitoring data tracking and reflection to ensure strong outcomes;
- Displays curiosity about World Learning and is eager to represent the organization effectively to external audiences as required;
- Shows dedication to the organizations business development targets through ongoing program implementation and relationship building;
- Committed to promoting diverse equitable and inclusive practices in program implementation and monitoring and willing to challenge exclusionary practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
- International or intercultural experience is appreciated as reflected in personal background or international work or study experience;
- Experience implementing U.S. Department of State-funded programs is valued but not required
Benefits
World Learning provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes: medical dental vision FSA/HRA Life/AD&D Short Term/Long Term Disability EAP Parking and Transit 403 (b) retirement plan for full-time and eligibile part-time employees.
The World Learning Inc. Family
For more than 90 years World Learning Inc. is a thriving global organization made up of The Experiment in International Living the nations most experienced provider of international education through exchanges for high school students; School for International Training offering accredited undergraduate study abroad programs through SIT Study Abroad and internationally focused masters degrees through SIT Graduate Institute; and World Learning a global development and exchange nonprofit organization.
World Learning
World Learning has worked to create a more sustainable peaceful and just world. World Learnings education development and exchange programs help people find their voices connect with their communities strengthen the institutions that form the backbone of a democratic society and build relationships across cultures. With World Learnings support these emerging leaders tackle critical global issues like poverty conflict and inequality.
The Experiment in International Living
The Experiment in International Living is the nations most experienced provider of international education through exchanges for high school students. For more than 90 years The Experiment has empowered young people to step off the beaten path experience the world as a classroom immerse themselves fully in another culture and build the knowledge and skills needed to confront critical global issues.
SIT
School for International Training (SIT) was founded in the early 1960s as a training center for the first Peace Corps volunteers. For nearly 60 years SIT has prepared students to be effective changemakers and global citizens through experiential education focused on the worlds most critical global issues. SIT Study Abroad offers accredited summer and semester undergraduate programs in Africa Asia and the Pacific Europe Latin America and the Middle East as well as comparative programs on multiple continents. SIT Graduate Institute offers global and hybrid certificates masters and doctoral degrees.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
