Deadline: July 13, 2023
POSITION SUMMARY
The YES Abroad Local Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of the Kennedy-Lugar YES Abroad program in Sarajevo. The position reports to the Country Representative in Sarajevo and works in conjunction with Washington-based program managers and colleagues in Central and Southeast Europe. This is a part-time position: 20hrs/week with a flexible schedule, some evenings and weekends required. The position starts in August 2023 and is a limited, one-year term with a possibility of extension.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan and implement all components of the YES Abroad program cycle in Sarajevo:
- Host family recruitment, selection, orientation, and financial arrangements (stipends, reimbursements, etc.),
- Host school selection,
- Student arrival and departure travel logistics,
- Local visa support,
- Regular host family and student meetings,
- Arrival, mid-year, and end-of-program orientations,
- Local language classes and activities,
- Participant engagement in community service,
- Cultural excursions and activities,
- On-program support, which includes logistical, administrative, emotional support to participants and host families, facilitation of medical and dental services, monitoring of overall participant adjustment process and progress in school.
- Represent the YES Abroad program in Sarajevo and communicate accordingly with the local Immigration Office, local institutions, local media, U.S. Embassy, and other official institutions as needed.
- Provide as-needed updates on any time-sensitive issues; report monthly on the progress/status of participants; and provide requisite reporting for quarterly reports to the Department of State.
- Promote the YES Abroad program by publishing and forwarding stories and photos to country, regional, DC offices and social media networks and send them to ECA and in-country partners.
- Support new funding and development opportunities for American Councils. Assist with the development, planning and organization of any other program implemented by American Councils, in line with all the above assumed administrative and financial duties.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field of study
- BiH citizenship or permanent residence permit
- Experience in exchange program administration is preferable
- Outstanding time management, organization, networking, and planning skills
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to problem-solve and take initiative
- Demonstrated excellence in communication and multicultural interpersonal skills
- Fluent in English and B/C/S
- Familiarity with the education systems in BiH
- Ability to work on weekends and evenings
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office software suite and common social media platforms
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE POSITION
This position requires frequent work in the evenings or during weekends, and occasional travel with program participants within Bosnia and Herzegovina. Candidates are expected to demonstrate open-mindedness, and readiness to learn and adapt to new situations. This is an in-person role with a flexible working schedule.
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
American Councils is committed to taking affirmative steps to enhance employment opportunities for minorities, women, veterans, and people with disabilities, and strives to ensure that meaningful employment and promotional opportunities are maintained for everyone. American Councils’ commitment to equal employment opportunity is based not only on federal requirements, but also on a longstanding commitment to maintaining a diverse workforce reflective of the communities in which we operate.
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