Position Description

Project and Program Manager

About JustWorld International

Established in 2003, JustWorld was founded to provide equestrians with a way to help fracture the cycle of poverty by supporting carefully vetted education, healthcare and nutrition programs for children around the world. Thousands of ambassadors from more than 40 countries have since committed to “ride for the cause” and assist in a variety of ways to support JustWorld in accomplishing its mission. Equestrian-based companies and events worldwide support JustWorld’s efforts, and the governing body of the global equestrian sport, the FEI, has endorsed JustWorld by declaring the organization as an official charity partner. In 2022, JustWorld is helping improve the lives of nearly 10,000 impoverished children around the globe on a daily basis.

JustWorld International is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization in the United States and tax-deductible donations are accepted in the United States. JustWorld International has no political or religious affiliation.

Executive Summary

Reporting to the Head of Projects and Administration, the Project and Program Manager will be responsible for two key elements of the organization. 

As the Project Manager you will manage JustWorld International’s existing projects and project partners, while you are also going to be on continuous lookout for expansion opportunities with a strategic mindset. Working together in synergy with the partner organizations, your main focus is on the progress of JustWorld International’s positive impact in our project countries. 

Overseeing the work of the Ambassador and Administrative Coordinator, together you will develop an efficient strategy to utilize the JustWorld International ambassadors and engage volunteers to make a change and create a new future for children.

The Project and Program Manager supports the development of all project and program related processes, policies, responsibilities, efficient reporting structure and best practices that guide JustWorld International to achieve its mission. 

Responsibilities by Function

Applicants must be fluent in English and Spanish, and are familiar with working in an international organization including regular project visits abroad.

Project Management

• Facilitate and manage the relationship between JustWorld International, its project partners, and potential new project partners by reviewing project proposals and making recommendations to the Executive Director and staff.
• Oversee the responsible management of funds by JustWorld project partners.
• Coordinate and review the submission of project updates and budget reports from project partners; make recommendations to the Executive Director and the project partners.
• Travel to project countries several times a year, as needed, to evaluate project implementation and impact, and evaluate potential projects.
• Organize supporter trips to the project countries: pre-departure planning and coordination, logistics on the ground, communications with trip participants, translations as needed, and project presentations. 
• Source data to the Marketing and Communications manager for articles of the JustWorld newsletter, promotional materials on the JustWorld projects, project updates for the website and other project based communications.
• Coordinate special donations to the project countries and make proposals to the Executive Director.
• Provide regular and consistent reports on each project partner on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.

Ambassador Program Management

• Develop an efficient ambassador program strategy and oversee the implementation of utilizing the JustWorld International ambassadors.
• Develop an ambassador program calendar in synergy with JustWorld International and other equestrian events and oversee the implementation of the programs.
• Oversee the Global Ambassador Program, including responsibility for its growth and development and overseeing the end-of-year ambassador campaign.
• Support the success of individual and group ambassador initiatives to raise awareness and funds.
• Coordinate closely with the Development and Marketing functions to craft campaigns and fundraisers.
• Support organizational efforts to communicate through social and other media sources.

Volunteer Program Management

• Develop an efficient volunteer strategy and oversee the implementation of utilizing the JustWorld International volunteers.
• Develop a volunteer program calendar in synergy with JustWorld International and other equestrian events and oversee the implementation of the programs.

Other Functions

• Contribute to planning, executing, and coordinating special events ranging in size from 20 to 750+ attendees, taking responsibility for specific aspects as needed

Position Requirements

Education

• BA (MA is a plus) college degree in business and management, project management or equivalent work experience

Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum 3 years experience in international project and program management
• Fluency in English and Spanish (both oral and written)
• International work or volunteer experience, particularly in developing countries is a plus
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, a self-starter
• Strong ability to think creatively and implement projects from the idea phase 
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Excellent interpersonal skills and open to direction and collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done, attention to detail
• Must be able to work well with others in a dynamic work environment or work from the project countries
• Must be able to travel to each of the project countries at least once a year as well as through Europe and in North America as needed 
• Ability to work in different cultures and be culturally sensitive
• Strong time management skills 
• Personal qualities of integrity, honesty, synergy, credibility and a commitment to JustWorld International’s mission.
• Passion for improving the well-being of children in impoverished communities around the world

Please email your cover letter and resume to jwinfo@justworldinternational.org

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