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The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) supports people who have lost or left their homes. For over 100
RECEPTION & PLACEMENT
years, the unwavering commitment of our leadership, team, network of service providers, and advocates has helped redirect the
destiny of countless vulnerable lives. In neighborhoods, in Washington, and around the world, we break down barriers and
demand justice for refugees and immigrants as they successfully integrate into new communities. We provide essential social and
legal services to rebuild productive lives, turning tragedy into prosperity. We are a purpose driven organization with a mission to
protect the rights and address the needs of persons in forced or voluntary migration worldwide and supporting their transition to a
dignified life. To learn more about our work, please visit our website at www.refugees.org. 

OVERVIEW 

Through a cooperative agreement with the Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration, U.S. Department of State, USCRI
manages a Reception and Placement (R&P) program across the U.S. The R&P program helps refugees secure early economic self-
sufficiency and successfully integrate into American society. The Program Officer is directly responsible for managing a regional
portfolio of resettlement sites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   

 Serve as first point of contact for designated sites and/or regional areas, providing general management of program activities and
program compliance.
 Ensure consistent oversight and support of pre-and-post- arrival program processing and activities.
 Provide consultations, technical assistance, and guidance to portfolio sites.
 Supervise and ensure overall compliance with required site trainings and certifications for case managers, resettlement directors, and
associated staff.
 Disseminate communications to select sites within a regional portfolio.
 Participate in R&P committee meetings and contribute materials and support for committee objectives which may include
development and evaluation of training materials, cultural orientation implementation, program protocols, and monitoring activities.
 Contribute to annual publications, policy updates, and strategic programmatic workplans.
 Conduct monitoring and desk audits to evaluate the quality of services being provided to qualified participants and ensure efficient
funding allocation.
 Collect, review, and submit quarterly consultation reviews and financial reporting.
 Assist in drafting and submitting the annual program proposal to funder.
 Track and report program activities for sites within assigned portfolio.
 Identify, leverage, and stay abreast of relevant existing promising practices and tools from a wide range of sources and partners to
enhance resource capability and impact.

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job duties
indicated is not an exhaustive statement and other job-related duties may be assigned as required by the supervisor(s).  

 POSITION REQUIREMENTS 

 Master's degree in the areas of health and social services, international affairs and/or immigration policy, international law, or social
work with related technical assistance and training, OR a Bachelor’s degree with at least three years’ experience in related fields;
 Experience working with refugee serving programs and/or related programs aiming to increase access to critical resources for
immigrant and underserved populations, and demonstrated knowledge and experience of immigrant needs and services;
 Experience in grants management and financial oversight;
 Experience providing training and technical assistance;
 Experience in program monitoring and evaluation or continuous quality improvement;
 High proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically proficiency with Word, Power Point and Excel;

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 Ability to work both as a team member and independently, with a high level of self-motivation, flexibility to meet goals and deadlines
in a fast-paced environment;
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Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with providers, partners, and funders;
Highly adaptable and flexible with the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a demanding work environment;
 Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team and independently;
 Foreign language ability is desirable, and individuals of culturally diverse and/or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to
apply;
 Ability to travel domestically, as required; and
 Demonstrated support of USCRI’s values by exhibiting respect for others, maintenance of confidential information, an appreciation of
a multicultural workplace, and a dedication to human rights, including of trafficking victims, refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers,
and vulnerable or disenfranchised populations.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS   

 Satisfactory completion of USCRI’s Orientation and Program Trainings; 

 Complete additional training as identified by supervisor or Human Resources.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS   

 Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity;

 Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands;
 Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying; and
 Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard measurements).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

ADDITIONAL NOTES

Please submit a resume with cover letter describing your interest and qualifications with your online application.

References will be required at time of the final interview.

No telephone calls please. Position will remain open until filled.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants is an equal opportunity employer.

Reviewed By: AnnaMarie Bena Date: September 7, 2021

Approved By: AnnaMarie Bena Date: September 8, 2021
Last Updated By: Marie Olenych Date/Time: September 7, 2021

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