Bilingual Program Officer - Contract - 19530

Job summary

Coordinate and support the planning, implementation, administration, and reporting of international development programs, including budgets, research, data analysis, communications, and program documentation. Support meetings, events, governance, and stakeholder relationships while ensuring activities align with applicable policies and requirements.

Job details

About The Opportunity LRO Staffing is partnering with an Ottawa-based organization to recruit a Bilingual Program Officer for a six-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced program or project professional with a background in international development, international affairs, or the Canadian post-secondary sector to contribute to a significant international development initiative. Duties include but are not limited to: Supporting the planning, implementation, and coordination of complex program and project activities Serving as a key point of contact for program inquiries and providing ongoing support to stakeholders Supporting the planning and delivery of meetings, events, forums, and other program initiatives Supporting communications activities and the development of program-related content and materials Ensuring program activities and communications align with established policies, guidelines, and requirements Drafting, revising, and translating a variety of program documents, reports, and materials Contributing to analytical, narrative, and financial reporting Conducting research, surveys, data analysis, and preparing reports, guidelines, and implementation plans Supporting budget administration, financial tracking, and related program activities Providing administrative and technical support to ensure the effective delivery of program activities Supporting governance, committee, and stakeholder activities, including meeting preparation and coordination Providing guidance and support to program partners and stakeholders Assisting with the coordination of program-related events, activities, and initiatives Collaborating with internal teams and a range of external partners and stakeholders About You The successful candidate will have the following: Undergraduate degree in international relations, international development, management, humanities, social sciences, or a related field; a combination of relevant education and experience will also be considered 3-4 years of relevant program, project, or international development experience Experience planning, implementing, and administering donor-funded programs or projects; experience with government-funded international development programs is an asset Experience preparing implementation or work plans, narrative and financial reports, and budget projections Knowledge of international development, international affairs, and global issues Knowledge of results-based program management (RBM) and partner or country-led approaches is an asset Fluency in both French and English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with excellent attention to detail Strong research, analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills Ability to manage multiple priorities, complex activities, and firm deadlines Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a cross-organizational team Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel Experience working in an international or multicultural environment is an asset About the Job Work Arrangement: Hybrid; two days per week in the Ottawa office, including a required Thursday onsite Location: Ottawa, Ontario Duration: Six-month contract, with an immediate start Hourly Rate: $30.00 to $40.00 per hour Hours: 35 hours per week; flexible schedule within regular business hours How To Apply Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to executivesupportcontract@lrostaffing.com. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19530. LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate. Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.

What you’ll do

Coordinate and support the planning, implementation, administration, and reporting of international development programs, including budgets, research, data analysis, communications, and program documentation. Support meetings, events, governance, and stakeholder relationships while ensuring activities align with applicable policies and requirements.

Requirements

An undergraduate degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and 3–4 years of relevant program, project, or international development experience are sought. Candidates should be fluent in French and English and have strong coordination, communication, analytical, organizational, and Microsoft Office skills; donor-funded program experience is required, while government-funded international development and results-based management experience are assets.

Listed skills

• Data analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Program Coordination
• Project Management
• International Development
• Donor-Funded Program Administration
• Implementation Planning
• Narrative and Financial Reporting
• Budget Administration
• Research
• Data Analysis
• Results-Based Program Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Event Coordination
• Written and Verbal Communication
• French-English Fluency
• Microsoft Excel
• Prioritization

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Administrative
• Education
• Social Services

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