Senior Program Manager America-Mideast Educational and Training Services, Inc. (AMIDEAST)

The Senior Program Manager is responsible for managing and implementing the Amideast Iraq Field Office s portfolio of scholarship and exchange programs. The portfolio includes degree-granting scholarships and short-term educational programs funded by U.S. Government agencies, as well as programs supported by other donor partners. The Senior Program Manager oversees the design, planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of these programs. Core activities include preparing implementation plans, managing recruitment processes, developing program announcements, delivering presentations to stakeholders and applicants, screening applications, participating in interview panels as required, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting. The Senior Program Manager also leads the development and expansion of the program portfolio, including drafting and managing grants and cooperative agreements with donor partners. In coordination with the Country Director, the role supports business development efforts and generates new funding opportunities. This includes leading the preparation of technical and cost proposals for U.S. Government agencies and other donors and developing associated budgets. The Senior Program Manager leads fee-for-service growth efforts across Iraq through market analysis and targeted outreach. The Senior Program Manager reports to the Country Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management

• Manage the full project lifecycle, including planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, reporting, and closeout.
• Ensure compliance with donor regulations, Amideast policies, and budget requirements, including forecasting and financial oversight.
• Lead the development of technical and cost proposals for U.S. Government agencies and other donor partners, in coordination with the Country Director and Amideast headquarters.
• Manage assigned staff, including setting priorities, providing regular feedback, holding staff accountable for performance and deliverables, and ensuring compliance with Amideast policies and codes of conduct.

Scholarship and Exchange Programs

• Oversee scholarship and exchange programs, including outreach, application support, advising, visa coordination, and pre-departure orientations.
• Coordinate with the U.S. Embassy and Consulate and Amideast headquarters on program design, implementation, reporting, and compliance.
• Conduct outreach visits to universities, NGOs, and businesses across Erbil and other areas of Iraq to promote exchange opportunities.
• Maintain program databases, draft required reports, and ensure reporting deadlines are met.

Business Development and Fee-for-Service Growth

• Lead strategies to expand Amideast s fee-for-service offerings, including TOEIC testing, PMP training, specialized English courses, and workforce development programs across Iraq.
• Conduct market surveys, stakeholder mapping, and outreach campaigns to identify new clients and partners.
• Collaborate with government ministries, universities, corporations, and NGOs to tailor Amideast products and services to client needs.
• Support the Country Director in negotiating partnership agreements and developing proposals for new fee-for-service initiatives.

Administrative Duties and Reporting

• Prepare quarterly and final program reports for the Country Director and headquarters.
• Oversee program-related administrative tasks.
• Support all priorities and initiatives assigned by the Country Director.