The Program Development Officer at Cultural Vistas facilitates new program development and program operations of programs through proposal writing and grants management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Program Development -

• Evaluates Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to determine feasibility, compliance with visa regulations, and internal Cultural Vistas policies
• Researches, identifies, and establishes other sources of grant and program funding opportunities
• Manages the coordination and compilation of grant applications for submission including generating high-quality proposals with minimal guidance, compliant with fund-specific guidelines

- Program Management -

• Ensures that programs provide robust and meaningful training and/or learning opportunities in line with the mission of Cultural Vistas
• Manages full program cycle and synthesizes program policies and expectations as well as effectively communicates them to all stakeholders
• Monitors program deadlines and reporting requirements
• Prioritizes tasks, problem-solves and multi-tasks in a time sensitive, client-focused work environment
• Solicits regular feedback from internal and external stakeholders, as pertaining to Program Development projects and programs
• Budgets management and tracking of expenses including compiling required financial reporting
• Works closely with other departments at Cultural Vistas to complete projects and programs (i.e., Accounting, Human Resources, IT, Communications, Marketing & Creative Services)

- Client Relationship Management -

• Maintains regular communication with program partners, host companies, participants and Cultural Vistas partners to ensure meaningful opportunities and a seamless process
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with current and potential partners for new program opportunities
• Educates clients and participants on the purposes of the programs, visa regulations, and Cultural Vistas partnership procedures
• Ensures smooth administration of programs and projects, as well as, clear messaging to internal and external clients
• Ensures high quality and consistent customer service to all parties

- Professional Development -

• Develops and maintains an advanced knowledge of best practices in program administration, visa regulations (as necessary), application requirements and Cultural Vistas policies
• Develops and maintains industry knowledge by seeking out educational workshops, classes, and related publications
• Supports ongoing communication to all appropriate staff as it pertains to initiatives and new and existing business
• Takes a proactive approach to improve business functions and workflow within department
• Works in accordance with the mission, goals, values, and strategic direction of Cultural Vistas