Program Officer, Policy and Program Learning

Washington, DC

Full Time

Policy and Program Learning

Mid Level

The Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) strengthens democracy around the world through private enterprise and market-oriented reform. CIPE is one of the four core institutes of the National Endowment for Democracy, and is an affiliate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Since 1983, CIPE has worked with business leaders, policymakers, and civil society to build the institutions vital to a democratic society. CIPE’s key program areas include Enterprise Ecosystems, Democratic Governance, Business Advocacy, Women’s Economic Empowerment, Anti-Corruption& Ethics and Trade.

The Policy & Program Learning unit (PPL) plays a key role within CIPE’s thought leadership and strategic policy options. PPL team conducts applied research and leverages program experience to facilitate exchange of good practices and reform opportunities among CIPE’s partners and international network.

Scope: CIPE is seeking a full-time, exempt Washington D.C.-based Program Officer for knowledge management, on the Policy and Program Learning team. Knowledge Management captures lessons in democratic and market reform from CIPE’s experience, and then makes this knowledge accessible to partners and staff to enhance the effectiveness of future reform efforts. The Program Officer is responsible for organizing and sharing of this knowledge with CIPE programs.

Responsibilities:

Contribute to the development and implementation of strategy for facilitating access to CIPE’s knowledge base

Capture lessons and curate content from CIPE’s program experience, including tools, case studies, training materials, and issue briefs
Facilitate peer learning and knowledge exchange
Maintain CIPE’s knowledge base through platforms such as the SharePoint-based Intranet, the shared knowledge bank, and a project data catalogue
Analyze and present data from CIPE’s program portfolio to generate program insights
Communicate CIPE’s approaches to democratic and market reform through writing or events
Develop concept papers, proposals, budgets, project reports, contracts, and/or grants
Collaborate with multiple CIPE departments to achieve programmatic goals, including Programs, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning, Information Technology, Communications, and Grants & Finance
Supervise and develop junior program staff, such as Program Associates and interns
Adhere to appropriate CIPE, NED and U.S. Chamber of Commerce policies and procedures

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree is required
Master’s degree, or the equivalent experience, in social sciences, international development, public policy, business administration, or a related field is preferred
3-6 years of professional experience with knowledge management, research, evaluation, international assistance, non-profit organizations, or business support organizations

Competitive Benefits including medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability, flexible spending, paid family leave, life insurance, 401(k), commuter benefits, telework, and more! Employee events including Company Picnic, Health & Wellness Fair, Holiday Party and lots of fun in between!

Applications will be accepted and interviews conducted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. CIPE offers a salary competitive with other international non-governmental organizations and an excellent benefits package. Applicants must be legally able to work in the United States; CIPE is unable to sponsor employees for work visas.

CIPE is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, and marital status or any other legally protected class or characteristic covered by applicable law. CIPE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals and bases all employment decisions on qualifications, merit, and business need. CIPE believes diversity and inclusion across our organization is critical to our programs, mission, and success as a globally operating business. We strive to recruit, develop, and retain talent from a diverse candidate pool.

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