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Responsible for day-to-day management and oversight of all basic aspects of program implementation such that all programmatic activities and administrative, budgetary, and compliance requirements are being met/exceeded according to ABA, Center for Global Programs, and donor processes and regulations.

Principal Duties/Job ResponsibilitiesJ Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of work plans and tracks all aspects of program implementation.

• Participates in the development of proposals by overseeing coordination with country offices and business development division, participating in drafting of logic models and indicators, coordinating with consultants and local partners, and participating in drafting of MEL (monitoring, evaluation, and learning) plans.

• Oversees the drafting of job descriptions for staff and consultants, ensures application of local labor laws, collaborates with Human Resources Department to identify interview panel members and draft interview questions, participates in panel interviews, trains new staff on processes and procedures, assists with key personnel recruitment, recruits event speakers, consultants, experts, and pro bono partners.

• Provides support to and is accountable for logistical arrangements for domestic and international events and is accountable for the preparation or relevant briefing materials.

• Actively participates in and assists in the development of MEL plans and ensures the effective implementation of MEL activities, oversees data collection and recording, and ensures adherence to MEL policies, including DevResults or other MEL tracking systems, as needed.

• Participates in and coordinates the preparation of information and materials provided to donors, including quarterly and final reports, work plan drafts, and updates.

• Assigns, coordinates, and participates in research activities, including conducting desk research and/or leading program officers and associates in the conduct of research related to portfolio programs and/or Center for Global Programs initiatives.

• Supports oversight of procurement processes, participates in contract negotiations with consultants, manages subgrants, stewards RFA processes.

• Oversees adherence to data and personally identifiable information privacy regulations and branding waivers and vetting processes, conducts country media monitoring and tracks political and environmental developments impacting safety and security.

• Assists in the oversight of program compliance with all ABA and donor policies, practices, procedures, and regulations including, safeguarding and risk mitigation measures, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act [FCPA], drafts risk analyses and related protocols and contingencies.

• Stays abreast of trends in the rule of law and adjacent fields and represents ABA Center for Global Programs at external events domestically.

• Performs other related duties as required.

Required Education, Qualifications, Experience

• Bachelor’s degree.

• At least four (4) years of work experience in a program management capacity.

Preferred Education, Qualifications, Experience

• Master’s degree in international development or any other discipline relevant to the work of American Bar Association – Center for Global Programs..

• Knowledge of relevant region/country.

• Interest in and commitment to rule of law, democracy and governance, human rights, gender equality and social inclusion.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders.

• Strong research, writing, analytical, knowledge management, and communication skills.

• Effective time management and a strong ability to multi-task, adapt and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills and familiarity with social media.

• Ability and willingness to be an effective team player.

• Previous supervisory experience.

• Fluency in written and spoken English.

• Language proficiency, if not fluency, in one or more other languages.

The American Bar Association is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the American Bar Association, please call 312-988-5188.

How to Apply:

Strategic Programs – Senior Program Officer CGP – Career Portal