Location:        Arlington, VA (Rosslyn)

Summary Description:

The Program Associate is an integral member of the firm’s operational support team for projects and new business development. The Program Associate will support existing projects and develop new activities in DevTech core practice areas. The position provides an opportunity for growth with the firm.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide all levels of management support to existing projects.
• Coordinate proposal development including recruitment and writing sections of the proposal.
• Serve as a consultant in his/her area of expertise on DevTech projects as assigned.
• Lead efforts (in coordination with DevTech senior staff) to identify new projects and activities that are relevant and cutting-edge.
• Advise DevTech senior management on trends and opportunities in development.
• Provide quality control for project deliverables including reports, documents, publications, etc.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Represent DevTech, as needed, at seminars, conferences, meetings, professional events to strengthen networks and contribute to the business development strategy of DevTech.
• Contribute to the policy dialogue with other donors on development policy issues.
• Prepare content for the website and other media.

Qualifications:

Education:     M.A. in related field

Experience:   Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in international development, preferably at least 2 years’ resident experience overseas.

Knowledge:   Knowledge of USAID procedures and regulations; technical expertise area; familiarity with proposal development for donors.

Skills:              Excellent writing skills. Strong organizational and personal communication skills.

Languages:   Fluency in English. Fluency in Spanish highly desirable.

TO APPLY

Online at: http://recruitment.devtechsys.com/apply, Select Program Associate 2009