Program Officer, Virtual Initiatives – Critical Language Scholarship Program 2026

American Councils for International Education

. Assist in the administration of institutional partner agreements and budgets .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeWashington, D.C. • District of Columbia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $59,000 - $64,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills while managing multiple priorities in a cross-cultural environment. Proficient in data analysis and reporting, with expertise in Microsoft Office applications and virtual learning tools.

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Strong Written And Oral Communication SkillsExperience With Study Abroad And International EducationExpert Knowledge Of Microsoft Office ApplicationsAbility To Work Effectively In A Cross-Cultural Work EnvironmentExperience Mentoring Or Advising Students

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisProgram AdministrationBudget ManagementLearning Management SystemVirtual Classroom ManagementWorkshop DevelopmentParticipant Orientation DesignSurvey AnalysisSelection Process CoordinationAcademic Program Assessment

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsAttention To DetailProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility To Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft ExcelVirtual Communication Software

Industry Keywords

Study AbroadInternational EducationLanguage LearningAmerican Higher Education LandscapeCross-Cultural Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in the administration of institutional partner agreements and budgets
Coordinate with overseas partner institutions on academic program components, assessments, and grades
Track participant completion of program requirements, including attendance, assignments, assessments, and surveys
Design pre-program materials and conduct participant orientations
Develop and host workshops on study abroad opportunities and professional development
Provide on-program support through office hours, classroom observations, and student meetings
Meet regularly with partners to assess program progress and troubleshoot issues
Analyze data and prepare summaries from student surveys and partner materials for regular funder reports
Support the selection process by reviewing criteria, recruiting evaluators, and moderating selection panels
Coordinate and conduct presentations, webinars, and virtual information sessions
Represent the CLS Program at U.S. universities and conferences
Prepare program highlights for funders and general audiences
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong written and oral communication skills in English
Minimum of three years of relevant full-time work experience
Experience with study abroad, international education, language learning, and/or virtual learning
Experience communicating with and advising individuals from all corners of the United States
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities quickly and effectively
Ability to work independently while contributing to an overall team effort
Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural work environment
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
Ability to learn and use new software and mobile applications relevant to virtual communication and virtual classroom management, including a Learning Management System
General financial accountability
Effective interpersonal skills
Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required
Familiarity with American higher education landscape, including various types of institutions and departments
Knowledge of a critical language offered by the CLS Program (Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Swahili), with a special preference for Russian, Arabic, Korean, Japanese, and/or Chinese
Experience mentoring or advising students

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Position currently funded for one year, with possibility of extension contingent upon continued funding and program needs