Overview

Open Society Foundations is inviting applications for the position of Associate, Program Management (Higher Education), a full-time role available in multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

Grant Management
- Overseeing the full grantmaking cycle
- Supporting proposal development and reviewing budgets
- Managing payments, reporting, and compliance processes
Stakeholder Engagement
- Acting as a liaison with grantees and partners
- Providing guidance on processes and requirements
- Conducting site visits and participating in programme meetings
Programme Development
- Supporting the design of grant selection processes
- Contributing to project planning and implementation
- Assisting in setting annual goals and budgets
Collaboration and Coordination
- Working with internal teams across programme, operations, and grant management
- Supporting events, workshops, and external engagements
Operational Support
- Managing consultant contracts
- Supporting logistics and programme administration

Requirements

A degree-level qualification (or equivalent)
Relevant experience in:
- NGOs
- Universities
- Think tanks
- Philanthropy or development organizations
Strong skills in:
- Project and programme management
- Strategic thinking and analysis
- Communication and stakeholder engagement
High emotional intelligence and cross-cultural competence
Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills
Commitment to human rights, equity, and democratic values
Fluency in English (additional languages are beneficial)