Project Lead

Opening for Project Lead is on a term-limited employment basis. Defined employment term: July 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026

The Project Lead(PL)willbe primarily responsible for implementingand administering CRDF Globalexchangeprograms.Using project management best practices, thePLdevelops and manages the technical, financial, and administrative aspects ofprofessionalexchange programstoensure they are administered and implemented in a manner consistent with CRDF Global andfunderobjectives.The PL will alsodevelop and manageadditionaldivisionprojectsas necessary.

This position is based in CRDFGlobal'sArlington, VA officeon a hybrid basis,with an in-office expectation of 3 days per week.

Major Responsibilities:

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  Designs and implements project plans using best practices forproject management includingwork breakdown structures (WBS), statements of work, schedules,deliverables,monitoringand evaluation plans.

  
  

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  Managesmultiple projectssimultaneouslyforthe International Visitors Leadership Programandother exchange programsasrequired.

  
  

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  Designsand developsproject proposals and itineraries that meet the stated projectobjectives,withappropriateadherenceto guidelines aroundcontent and geographic balanceprogramming priorities.

  
  

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  Works withinternal and external colleagues, stakeholders, and customersto design, develop, and implement in-personand virtualprogram activities.

  
  

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  Arrange professional meetings in the Washington, D.C. area andprovideproject itinerary guidance to community partners for eachexchangeprogram.

  
  

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  Managesproject budgets, payments, and contributes to organizational financial monitoring responsibilities including project spend forecasting, credit card reconciliation, etc.

  
  

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  Assistteam with ongoing projects related to monitoring & evaluationandsocial media management(in coordination with the Marketing and Communications Team), among other areas.

  
  

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  SupportsCRDF Globalrelated growth efforts, including managing stakeholder relations and networking with funders,developing concepts and new project ideas,serving on growth capture teams,andrepresentingprogram or projects at external events.

  
  

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  Supports other programs and staff, asrequired.

  
  

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  Travels withinthe U.S.and internationally asappropriate.

  
  

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  Other duties as assigned.

  
  

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

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  2+ yearsofprogressively responsiblework experience in managing donor-funded programming

  
  

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  Bachelor's degree inrelevantfield

  
  

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  Demonstrated project management skills

  
  

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  Excellent and effective written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with a wide range of individuals from varied backgrounds at all levels within their organizations

  
  

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  Sound problem solving skills and ability to workcollaborativelytowards effective solutions duringtime-sensitive concerns and emergencies.

  
  

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  Proficient in Microsoft Office and use of databases

  
  

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  Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects at various stages of completion

  
  

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  Exceptional organizational skills/attention to detail; ability to meet deadlines

  
  

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  U.S.workauthorization

  
  

Preferred:

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  Experience working in donor-funded projects, especially for the U.S. government or multilateral institutions.

  
  

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  Experienceimplementingprofessional or academic exchangeprograms funded by theU.S. Department of State

  
  

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  Background,knowledgeor familiarity withpublic diplomacy programs

  
  

The base pay range for this position is $60,000 to $72,000 The determination of salaries in this job classification depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, relevant candidate experience, job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills. In addition, we have a comprehensive benefits package and paid time off.

CRDF Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). CRDF Global provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, or disabled status.