The International Republican Institute (IRI) seeks a Program Officer for their Asia regional programs, to be based in Washington, DC.

[From the IRI website]

A nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, the
International Republican Institute (IRI) advances freedom and democracy
worldwide by developing political parties, civic institutions, open
elections, good governance and the rule of law. IRI is active in more
than 65 counties with offices in 44 countries.

The Program
Officer(PO), Asia Region is responsible for designing and implementing
a strategy for selected IRI programs in Asia. S/he develops long-range
and annual plans for one or more country programs, identifies potential
partner organizations, develops training strategies, manages a program
budget, and oversees project implementation.

The Program
Officer closely monitors political and economic developments in the
country and develops and maintains the relationship between IRI and
country partners and grantees. S/he designs, develops and implements
projects in collaboration with partner organizations. The PO executes
programs, including election observation missions, conferences,
training seminars and other program activities in the country.

The
Program Officer is responsible for developing and meeting country
program fundraising goals, including preparing grant proposals,
budgets, quarterly reports and evaluations. The PO is responsible for
managing projects to ensure that reporting requirements are met, that
IRI projects comply with all donor agency regulations, that projects
remain within budget allocations and that grantees comply with grant
requirements.

The Program Officer conducts research related
to project proposals and conferences and represents IRI at various
public functions in Washington.

REQUIREMENTS:
1.     Graduate
degree in political science, international relations or related field
and 3-5 years related experience, or equivalent combination.
2.     Working knowledge of politics, economics, history and culture of countries in Asia.
3.     Strong communication and presentation skills.
4.     Demonstrated
ability to effectively direct or participate in complex negotiations
with bilateral and/or multilateral government agencies, other donors or
relevant audiences.
5.     Ability to work independently and as a
member of a team to coordinate and lead the efforts of other
professionals to effectively meet country needs.
6.     Experience identifying complex problems and developing creative solutions.
7.     Experience with grant management and basic accounting experience necessary to draft and oversee a budget.
8.       Demonstrated experience working with USG funded projects and familiarity with USG regulations and processes preferred.
9.      Demonstrated experience with NGO management desirable.
10.     Ability to work well under pressure.
11.     Willingness to travel.

For more information and to apply, see the IRI website.