STRIDES QA Program Officer I

About the role

The STRIDES QA Program Officer I provides essential administrative and project support for the STRIDES Quality Assurance program, ensuring smooth execution of project activities, documentation, and communication across teams.

Key responsibilities

• Provide administrative and project support for the STRIDES Quality Assurance program, including conference room setup, travel requests, and sub‑task assignments.
• Maintain and update project documentation, manuals, SharePoint sites, and internal/external webpages.
• Assist with financial tasks such as subcontractor invoicing, budget coordination, and procurement requisitions in CostPoint.
• Coordinate subcontractor and consultant onboarding, track deliverables, invoices, and performance periods.
• Support compliance reporting, FFATA records, audit‑ready file maintenance, and preparation of quarterly and annual reports.
• Manage country portfolio trackers, calendars, and briefing materials for lower‑complexity portfolios.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant field such as civil society, communication, economic development, health, or related area.
• Minimum of 2 + years of experience supporting projects in NGOs, government agencies, or private organizations.
• Fluent English; proficiency in the host‑country language preferred; Spanish or French a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet project deadlines.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience using SharePoint for document management and version control.
• Familiarity with CostPoint procurement system.
• Competence with video‑conferencing tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Skype.
• Basic computer skills with PC/Laptop hardware and standard office equipment.