About the National Refugee Leadership and Lived Experience Council Program (NRLLEC)
The NRLLEC is a new program funded by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) that designs, implements, evaluates, and promotes national-level councils consisting of refugees and other ORR-eligible populations who have resettled into communities throughout the United States within the last five years. The program's primary goal is to positively impact the lives of council members and their refugee and larger communities by building council members' capacity to serve as leaders.
Position Summary
The NRLLEC Program Director oversees the implementation and administration of the new National Refugee Leadership and Lived Experience Council (NRLLEC) program. This position reports to the Refugee Congress Executive Director. The Program Director is responsible for ensuring the success of the design, implementation, promotion, evaluation, and dissemination of NRLLEC activities. This includes managing and coordinating the work of the Executive Committee and the activities of subcommittees.
Key Responsibilities:
The NRLLEC Program Director will participate in leadership team meetings, staff check-ins, organizational planning sessions, and professional development opportunities.
Requirements/Qualifications:
Location: While this is a remote position, candidates who reside in the Washington DC region are strongly preferred.
Salary Range: $ 85,000 - $95,000
Benefits: Benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance; paid time off; a 403(b); and other benefits.
How to Apply
NOTE: Only complete applications will be considered.
Please submit a resume and cover letter discussing your interest in the NRLLEC program, Refugee Congress’ mission, and your experiences and skills that qualify you for this position, along with references to jobs@refugeecongress.org, using the subject line “NRLLEC Program Director.” Please reach out to jobs@refugeecongress.org with any questions.
About Refugee Congress
Refugee Congress (RC) is a national nonpartisan organization, built and led by leaders who have experienced forced displacement, that promotes the well-being, inclusion, and dignity of refugees, asylees, and other forcibly displaced peoples (FDPs). We envision a world where forcibly displaced people are treated with dignity and respect, their contributions are recognized, and their voices are integral to shaping policies that affect their lives. Our mission is to promote the well-being, inclusion, and dignity of refugees, asylees, and other FDPs through leadership development, public education, and advocacy. Through our work, we aim to ensure that policies and programs are more inclusive and equitable by involving those who have experienced forced displacement in their creation.
Refugee Congress is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion. People of color, women, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender/gender identify, age, or disability.
For more information about Refugee Congress, please visit our website at www.refugeecongress.org.
About the National Refugee Leadership and Lived Experience Council Program (NRLLEC)
The NRLLEC is a new program funded by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) that designs, implements, evaluates, and promotes national-level councils consisting of refugees and other ORR-eligible populations who have resettled into communities throughout the United States within the last five years. The program's primary goal is to positively impact the lives of council members and their refugee and larger communities by building council members' capacity to serve as leaders.
Position Summary
The NRLLEC Program Director oversees the implementation and administration of the new National Refugee Leadership and Lived Experience Council (NRLLEC) program. This position reports to the Refugee Congress Executive Director. The Program Director is responsible for ensuring the success of the design, implementation, promotion, evaluation, and dissemination of…
Competitive benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance; paid time off; a 403(b); and other benefits.
Competitive benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance; paid time off; a 403(b); and other benefits.
NOTE: Only complete applications will be considered.
Please submit a resume and cover letter discussing your interest in the NRLLEC program, Refugee Congress’ mission, and your experiences and skills that qualify you for this position, along with references to jobs@refugeecongress.org, using the subject line “NRLLEC Program Director.” Please reach out to jobs@refugeecongress.org with any questions.
NOTE: Only complete applications will be considered.
Please submit a resume and cover letter discussing your interest in the NRLLEC program, Refugee Congress’ mission, and your…