International Program Officer - NARUC

International Program Officer

The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC), a 501©4 trade association, seeks a Program Officer for its international energy regulatory programs.  This position is for 12 months, with the possibility for extension depending on grant funding and performance.  Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The organization offers a generous benefits package. The candidate will work primarily on energy regulatory programs for Africa, the Middle East and Latin America.   

Requirements: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Energy, Environment, International Relations, Public Administration or related field and 2-4 years professional experience is required.  Experience with non-profit and USAID regulations and procedures highly desirable.  In-country living experience in developing or transition country and proficiency in a foreign language is useful.  Requires knowledge of energy sector and policy, familiarity with electricity and natural gas regulation highly desired.   Strong experience in coordinating international and domestic workshops and meetings; strong organizational skills and attention to detail; experience managing delegations in developing countries; strong communication, analytical, computer and writing skills; ability to work well in both a team setting and individually.  Previous program management experience and working knowledge of relevant exchange visitor (J-1) visa procedures very useful.  International and domestic travel required (approx 25% of time). 

 

Responsibilities: organizes international exchanges, meetings, training programs, conferences; design and develop interactive activity agendas on energy regulation; implements Monitoring and Evaluation Plan and writes associated reports for projects; delivers briefings (written and oral) to donor representatives regarding energy reform in the target countries; serves as a facilitator during activities; drafts correspondence, press releases; conducts research; maintain files & databases; coordinates logistical arrangements (travel, hotel, meals, visa, insurance, etc); prepares financial/expenditure documents, expense reports, and project budgets.

 

Must be extremely proficient in Microsoft Office.  Must be US citizen or have US work permit.  Please send cover letter, resume, and salary history to Ms. Erin Hammel, Director, International Programs, NARUC, www.naruc.org/international, email: ehammel@naruc.org.  No telephone calls. EOE