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Sender: Marge Baraniecki ([log in to unmask]) Subject: Job Description (July 1, 1999) Educational Programs Manager Vermont-based non-profit seeks recent college graduate to manage student and teacher exchange programs between the Unites States, Russia and Ukraine. Project Harmony is an internationally recognized leader in the field of content-based, educational travel opportunities for secondary school groups. Project Harmony, a not-for-profit professional and educational exchange organization with offices in the US, Russia and Ukraine, currently seeks a qualified person to fill the position of Educational Programs Manager. The position is based in Vermont, but requires extensive travel domestically and occasional travel to Russia or Ukraine. The Educational Programs Manager will work closely with staff abroad in Russia and Ukraine. Project Harmony has been strengthening and consolidating its educational program work in recent years. As a result, the organization seeks a new staff member to coordinate all program planning and implementation for these programs: * School Linkage Programs (USIA-funded exchanges) * Direct School Exchange Programs (privately funded exchanges) * Teacher Intern Program (US teachers in the NIS) * Teacher Exchange Program (NIS-US professional exchanges) * Teacher trips (privately funded professional enhancement trips) This is a full-time position with an initial contract of one year; a one to three year commitment is preferred. Responsibilities * Work closely with staff members in St. Petersburg, Petrozavodsk, Moscow, Irkutsk and Samara, Russia and Lviv, Kyiv and Odessa, Ukraine * Work closely with secondary school teachers, administrators, students and parents * Conduct planning sessions with teachers from US partner schools; conduct orientations for students preparing to travel and families preparing to host * Greet NIS student groups upon arrival and assist them in acclimating to the US * Manage all program budgets with bookkeeping assistance * Maintain accurate database of program participants and working partners * Create and continually update program materials * Maintain constant program correspondence between Project Harmony offices, funding sources and partner schools * Conduct ongoing program evaluations * Promote Project Harmony Educational Programs on the PH web site and through other venues * Recruit participating schools and educators Qualifications * Excellent Russian language skills; living or extensive travel experience in the NIS; significant knowledge of Russian and/or Slavic culture and history * Highly organized, able to prioritize multiple projects and tasks, pays attention to detail and able to work independently and in a team environment * High interest in secondary education * Experience or interest in service-learning or civic education * People-oriented, enthusiastic, strong intercultural communication skills, team player * Fiscal responsibility and familiarity with budgets * Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field * Flexibility in adapting to new challenges Benefits include international travel expenses, health insurance, small organization with ability for job growth and a friendly working environment. Salaries commensurate with experience. Project Harmony is an equal opportunity employer. Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume to: Human Resources - Educational Programs Project Harmony 5197 Main Street, Suite 6 Waitsfield, Vermont 05673 Or e-mail to: [log in to unmask] with subject line "Educational Programs" Specific inquires about the nature of the work involved may be directed to the current Educational Programs Manager, Patti Daniels: [log in to unmask] (802) 496-4545 x108 ** 04 ********************************************************************** Sender: Marge Baraniecki ([log in to unmask]) Subject: Job Posting (July 2, 1999) Project Harmony Seeks qualified professional to fill the position of Program Manager for the Internet Access and Training Program in Russia Release date: July 2, 1999 Close date: July 30, 1999 ** Applicants must be able to start no later than August 15, 1999. ** Applicants must be American citizens fluent in Russian with work and living experience in Russia. Project Harmony, a not-for-profit professional and educational exchange and training organization with offices in the US, Russia and Ukraine currently seeks a qualified professional to fill the position of Program Manager for the Internet Access and Training Program in Russia. Fluency in Russian is MANDATORY. The position is based in Moscow, with extensive field travel throughout Russia. A two-year commitment is sought. Project Harmony seeks immediate placement (no later than August 15, 1999). While primary management responsibilities will cover the Internet Access and Training Program, this position will involve coordination for Internet training and education components of several Project Harmony programs in Russia. Summary of the IATP Program The Internet Access and Training Program is a technology development initiative which enhances non-commercial access to and use of the Internet throughout Russia, in particular for educators and alumni of US government-funded exchange and training programs. Over the course of the next two years, Project Harmony will conduct training programs, professional workshops and online events based out of a network of 32 IATP public access centers in twenty communities across Russia. In addition to seminars and workshops, Project Harmony will work closely with educators and professionals, as well as partner institutions, to develop a large base of electronic resource materials in the Russian language. US- Russian relationships will be strengthened through the development of free and open channels for communication between individuals and organizations. Over 200 educators will receive comprehensive Internet training and more than 400 Internet-related workshops will be conducted. Through this program, Project Harmony will also distribute $250,000 in small grants to Russian professionals and organizations to develop Russian-language online resources. Program Manager responsibilities include: * Primary oversight and management of staff of the Internet Access and Training Program * Work closely with US Program Director on program design, implementation and evaluation * Overall financial management and accountability for program * Program promotion and publicity throughout Russia * Responsible for regular program reporting and evaluation to Program Director and funding agencies * Oversee the process for development of Internet resources, end-user training curricula and technology-focused alumni services for NIS program participants * Management and implementation of extensive small grants competitions throughout Russia * Assist program coordinators and field staff in hands-on program implementation * Oversee and manage web site and electronic resource development * Work closely with US Technology Programs Director to create new initiatives and enhance current programs through the targeted use of online resources, the Internet and e-mail and application of other new information technologies to the benefit of program participants and alumni Qualifications Sought: * Management experience, in particular management of foreign nationals * Well organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once; attention to detail; ability to work independently * People-oriented; enthusiastic; a good negotiator; strong intercultural communication skills; team player * Fiscal responsibility and experience with working with budgets; Quicken knowledge a plus * Strong background in Russia/NIS area studies * Extensive experience with Internet use and development, in particular for professional development, education and research * Fluent spoken and written Russian language a must * No less than one year living and/or working experience in Russia * Background in the information technology field; experience with web site development and use of interactive technologies such as video conferencing and distance education Benefits include international travel expenses, health insurance, small organization with ability for job growth and a friendly working environment. Salary commensurate with experience. Project Harmony is an equal opportunity employer. Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume and salary history to: Human Resources - IATP-Mgr. Project Harmony 5197 Main Street, Unit 6 Waitsfield, Vermont 05673 Or e-mail to: [log in to unmask] with subject line IATP-Mgr. No phone calls please. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: JULY 30, 1999 %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%