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Senior Program Officer, Academic & Professional Exchange

IREX · Posted Nov 4, 2026

Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Hybrid
Full-time · Mid
$66K–$82K per year
5+ years

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The Senior Program Officer will play a central role in delivering a consistent, high-quality Fellowship experience across U.S. host institutions, leading day-to-day implementation of the Academic Year Program.

Compensation

Salary Range: $65,600 - $82,000 Please note: While we aim to offer competitive compensation, not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the range.

Responsibilities

Support the transition and startup of international exchange program including development of work plans, operating procedures, guidance, templates, and systems.
Lead day-to-day implementation of Academic Year Program, ensuring each Fellow’s experience is responsive to individual professional development goals.
Oversee Fellow advising and support before arrival and throughout the program.
Serve as IREX Host Advisor and primary relationship manager for assigned U.S. host institutions.
Build productive partnerships with campus coordinators, academic advisors, faculty, and other institutional stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Nice to have: SEVIS
Nice to have: J-1 exchange programs

Skills

International education management Professional exchange management

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