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Senior Program Officer for Preferred Communities
Location:
Baltimore, MD
Description:
If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you! Since 1939, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) has offered welcome and hope to refugees. LIRS has transformed lives with the support and hard work of people like you, to welcome the most vulnerable to the United States from sea to shining sea. We help people seeking safety from persecution in their home countries and reunite families torn apart by conflict. We resettle refugees. We protect vulnerable children who arrive alone in the United States. We advocate for compassion and justice for all migrants. Widely recognized for our expertise in implementing federal programs on behalf of refugees and migrants in the United States, conducts policy advocacy, and advances the protection and rights of vulnerable migrants. Headquartered in the beautiful Inner Harbor of downtown Baltimore we provide services nationwide through a network of staff and affiliates. Attracting and retaining the best talent is vital to our continued growth and we are proud to offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision available the first day of employment, professional development, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 12 paid holidays PLUS the week between Christmas and New Year's Day, 12 weeks of paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave, company 403(b) contribution of 3%, an additional 7% match, Family Building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance, and an annual wellness benefit that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, and healthy eating plans (to name a few) all in an inclusive and progressive environment! Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service is a champion for all uprooted people. Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers. Reporting to the Associate Director for Integration, the Senior Program Officer for Preferred Communities will lead the work of the Preferred Communities (PC) team by interpreting and implementing the scope of services prescribed by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). This position will ensure full and timely compliance with all requirements therein. This work will be carried out through the writing of federal grant reports for ORR, administering and disseminating the PC-Intensive Case Management (PC-ICM), PC-Gap Services for Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees (UHP), and Afghan Humanitarian Parolees (AHP) programs. This also includes community engagement materials and the professional provision of training and technical assistance (both in person and web-based). This individual will lead the reporting process for all PC programs. The Senior Program Officer will work closely with team members to ensure data and outcomes are used to inform programmatic decisions. This position will share supervision of the full PC team with another Senior Program Officer, providing oversight of all aspects of the PC activities, including outreach, and community engagement. This position requires bold creativity and innovation with strong expertise in programmatic administration and management. DUTIES Provide strategic direction to the PC team in tandem with the other Senior Program Officer (SPO) for PC Support the implementation of all PC programs within the LIRS network. Oversee the maintenance of extendedReach (eR) and other data management systems in accordance with ORR's reporting requirements. Collaborate closely with the SPO for Data to report all PC outcomes as required by ORR monthly and semi-annually. Use data to inform programmatic decisions in collaboration with the Preferred Communities team. Oversee budgets and track affiliates and HQ program spending. Oversee community engagement and outreach initiatives and support to the LIRS network. Lead the resource-building initiative to expand PC external partners and referral network. Lead the contract and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) process, including contract amendments as necessary, in conjunction with LIRS's program administration team. Provide expert technical assistance and guidance related to affiliate real-time service provision challenges, community engagement, and client inquiries as it relates to all PC-funded programs. Work collaboratively with team members to complete ORR compliance requirements around State Refugee Coordinator Consultations, Accountability to Affected Persons, community engagement and establishing network-wide standards. Support the proposal writing process to secure funding for the program. Represent LIRS during meetings and convenings with external stakeholders Maintain strong partnerships with the LIRS network staff and directors Other duties as assigned by supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS Undergraduate degree in social work, social sciences, non-profit management or related field and or a minimum of five (5) years of experience implementing newcomer programming with management experience required Experience working with refugees, immigrants, or limited English speakers required. Experience in interpreting contract compliance and providing technical assistance to service providers and staff, required. Ability to write and edit reports and clearly interpret technical requirements. Ability to establish effective relationships with colleagues and partners. Excellent communication skills Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail. Strong proficiency in data analysis, and interpretation for reporting purposes Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, knowledge in database management and other computer applications. Deep commitment to LIRS' core values and ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners. Experience with and commitment to working in a very diverse workforce. Ability and willingness to travel 15% of time Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in an innovative and rewarding work environment. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on your first day of employment, 403(b) with company contribution and match, 20 days of vacation per year, tuition reimbursement, professional development and much more. Salaries are based on the latest market data and reflect the education, skills and requirements for the role. Differentials may exist based on the region and language abilities.
Company:
Lutheran Immigration And Refugee Service
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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