Programs - Washington, District of Columbia (Hybrid). Full-Time.
Refugees International (RI), a leading humanitarian advocacy organization dedicated to promoting lifesaving assistance, protection, and solutions for refugees and displaced people, seeks a Program Coordinator to support its Refugee Leadership and Partnerships program. The program seeks a highly organized and mission-driven Program Coordinator to play a central role in overseeing RI's Refugee Fellows Program, supporting refugee-led global convenings, advancing localization and power-shifting initiatives, and ensuring effective coordination across partners, donors, and internal teams. The Program Coordinator will report to the Director of Refugee Leadership and Partnerships.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Refugee Fellowship Program (40%)
Program Leadership & Oversight
* Support the overall design, implementation, and strategic direction of RI's Refugee Fellows Program, supporting multiple cohorts across regions.
Recruitment and Selection
* Lead the full fellowship recruitment cycle, including managing the application platform, reviewing and shortlisting applications, and coordinating advocate reviews.
* Manage the interview process, including scheduling and panel coordination.
* Support fellows' onboarding and orientation.
Training and Capacity Strengthening
* Identify, contract, and manage trainers and facilitators; oversee training logistics and delivery.
* Lead follow-up processes, including training evaluations, feedback surveys, and curriculum improvement.
* Ensure timely processing of trainer contracts and payments.
Workplan Development and Monitoring
* Track progress against agreed milestones and deliverables.
Fellows Support and Engagement
* Engage in and contribute to fellows' national-level advocacy and organizational work.
* Support the planning and implementation of an annual in-person retreat for fellows.
Travel and Logistics
* Support fellows' travel during the fellowship and coordinate with RI operations and finance teams.
Refugee-Led Global Convenings (40%)
Partnerships and Governance
* Support the convening of RI partners and donors meetings, including note-tracking and follow-up emails.
* Maintain momentum across partners by tracking decisions and ensuring implementation of agreed actions.
Strategic Planning and Delivery
* Support the planning and delivery of convenings and events, from concept to execution.
* Support setting agendas and shaping thematic priorities in consultation with refugee leaders and partners.
* Support all logistical aspects of planned events.
Localization and Power-Shifting Portfolio (10%)
* Support the power-shifting and localization portfolio across the organization.
* Support relationship building and follow-up with local organizations and R-Space partners.
Financial Oversight and Budget Tracking (10%)
* Track financial spending across the refugee leadership and power-shifting portfolio.
* Work with administration and finance teams to monitor expenditures against approved budgets.
REQUIREMENTS
* Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a similar degree.
* At least 3 years of experience working in the non-profit sector.
* A very high level of organization, attention to detail, and follow-through on responsibilities.
* Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
* Working knowledge of the Google Workspace environment including sheets.
* Must be eligible to work in the United States.
This position is based out of Refugees International's office in Washington DC, with a flexible, hybrid work environment and an expectation of 3 days in the office per week.
Compensation
$65,000 - $70,000 per year.
To Apply
If you are interested, please apply. Your application should include a cover letter explaining your interest in and qualifications.
About Refugees International
Refugees International advocates for lifesaving assistance, human rights, and protection for displaced people and promotes solutions to displacement crises around the world.
Application link: https://refugeesinternational.bamboohr.com/careers/72