Program Director

Job Title: Program Director (Job No.: PG-EO-EM-E2-01)

Annual Salary: Starting at $150,800. Salary can increase by 5% every one to two years based on satisfactory performance. Annual salary may reach $183,299 maximum.

Download and read the complete job description at https://www.peacegov.org/assets/public/employment/Peace Gov-JD-Prog Director.pdf and submit your application via email to hr@peacegov.org.

Application Deadline: October 31, 2025

Job Description

This is a rare opportunity for a senior executive to leave his or her imprint on a public interest program that would make a huge positive impact on the world. You will help Peaceful Governance Institute (PGI) to establish new models of peacebuilding and governance strengthening better matched for the 21st century. Join the team and change the world from chaotic enmity to harmonious amity. Be a leader in this transformation!

The Program Director leads the design and implementation of all programs and services, monitors achievement of program goals, and supervises employees and fellows. This position reports to the Executive Director. He or she establishes and maintains partnerships with third party entities. In any event that the Executive Director cannot perform his duties, the Program Director may serve as acting Executive Director.

The Program Director serves on a five-year renewable term for a maximum of three consecutive terms. He or she may be employed for up to 15 years.

Work performance is 100% remote. However, in-person meetings will be required as needed, providing at least two weeks prior notice. All of the executive officers will meet at least three times per year to discuss strategy, budgeting, performance, and sensitive matters. Applicants will be considered from all states, but the selected person must be able to travel to Washington, DC for the meetings.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

• 17.5% Management and direction of the Peacekeeping Intervention Program
• 17.5% Management and direction of the Truth and Reconciliation Program
• 17.5% Management and direction of the Conflict Mediation Certification Program
• 15.0% Management and direction of the Governance Development Program
• 7.5% Management and direction of the IT Modernization Program
• 25.0% Administrative tasks involving all the programs

Job Requirements

1. Leadership role in designing, implementing, and evaluating all programs with substantial input from the Executive Director
2. Balance workload of all programs with the Executive Director in a manner that allows each executive officer to implement activities in his or her assigned specialty area and geographic region
3. Establish a professional training program with a high-quality curriculum, regularly scheduled classes, and continuous enrollment
4. Review and report on performance indicators (operational goals) every quarter and every year, and make any recommendations for improvement
5. Write and edit program reports and other written products
6. Hire, supervise, and mentor employees and fellows
7. Co-supervise volunteers to ensure volunteers understand the organizations programs
8. Oversee management of program participants according to an established program handbook, and respond to any complaints submitted by participants
9. Manage and coordinate foreign and domestic travel arrangements
10. Establish and maintain partnerships with foreign and domestic organizations
11. Evaluate groups, organizations, and vendors for potential partnerships in a thorough vetting process to ensure funds cannot be diverted into the wrong hands or for non-charitable purposes
12. Oversee all phases of procurement to manage contracts as needed to achieve program objectives and to support programs
13. Backstop the Executive Director in general administration and Board-related activities
14. Collaborate with other executive officers and the Board on strategic planning and budget planning, and provide ongoing review and updates on the execution of the strategic plan and the annual budget
15. Cooperate as part of an editorial review team to review and approve written products submitted by internal and external authors for publication
16. Develop and revise policies in collaboration with other executive officers and the Board
17. Develop and revise standard operating procedures and technical guidelines in collaboration with other executive officers
18. Travel throughout the U.S. and abroad, 35% to 50% of the time (Certain destinations may be hardship locations with few to no amenities)

Job Qualifications

1. This position requires a background check to verify no criminal convictions and no violent acts committed within the past five years
2. Citizenship requirement: U.S. citizen or national (dual citizenship may be considered)
3. Age requirement: 35 years old or older
4. Masters degree in international relations, political science, social psychology, social work, conflict resolution, or related field
5. Bachelor of Arts degree in international relations, political science, economics, sociology, or related field
6. 10 years or more of professional, technical experience in social work, community development, or international development
7. 3 years or more of experience in conflict resolution, either as a practitioner or as an instructor
8. 2 years or more of supervisory experience (emphasis on mentoring staff and remote supervision across multiple time zones)
9. Experience or demonstrated knowledge in applying performance management methods and techniques to measure results and impacts of social programs
10. Experience or demonstrated knowledge in budget planning and execution with particular focus on allocating costs across different programs
11. Understanding of national security with particular focus on economic security
12. Understanding of international terrorism, domestic terrorism, and political violence
13. Knowledge of the cultural traditions, political histories, and government agencies of various countries in either Latin America or Eurasia-Russia
14. Spanish or Russian fluency is an advantage but not mandatory
15. Strong writing and editing skills to produce detailed technical materials (guidelines, manuals, and handbooks, etc.)
16. Strong oral communication skills, preferably in public speaking

Character Standards

Each person should exhibit the following character standards as demonstrated in work experience, personal life, general interests, and hobbies. The interview may have role playing exercises to assess these standards.

1. Pragmatic
2. Open-mindedness
3. Creative and Innovative
4. Strong Work Ethic
5. Independent Worker
6. Responsible for Your Actions (Hold Yourself Accountable)
7. Awareness of Your Limits
8. Team Player
9. Conscientious of Other Peoples Needs and Concerns
10. Understanding Between Right and Wrong

Evaluation Criteria

All applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria. Candidates who achieve a score of at least 80 points will advance to the final round for hiring.

15 Points: Educational Background
30 Points: Professional Experience
20 Points: Demonstration of Remaining Qualifications
10 Points: Demonstration of Character Standards (1 point for each standard)
10 Points: Command of Written Communications
10 Points: Command of Oral Communications
5 Points: Organization and Presentation of the Employment Application

Submission Guidelines

1. Prepare your resume or curriculum vitae (CV) to include sufficient information that can show you meet the job qualifications and character standards. There is no page limit on the resume or CV. Highlight your abilities to supervise and mentor staff, delegate work assignments, manage competing priorities, and execute programs from inception to completion. In addition to listing accomplishments, please list any failures. PGI leadership understands that projects can fail, but we learn from it and move on -- better and stronger. Challenges always come up especially in international work. Feel free to explain the circumstances behind the failures. Again, the resume or CV can be as long as needed to show the depth and breadth of your capabilities.

   The selection committee looks forward to reading your resume or CV.

2. Prepare a letter of interest (cover letter) to introduce yourself, explain why youre interested in the job, and further explain what makes you different from the competition. The letter should be no longer than one page.

   Please include if you need a reasonable accommodation based on a medical or religious reason.

3. Submit the letter of interest and resume/CV by the application deadline via email to hr@peacegov.org.
4. Only those candidates who achieve a score of 65 points or better will be contacted for a first round of interviews.
5. Interviews will be scheduled after November 15, 2025. Expect 2 rounds of interviews. The selected candidate will start January 19, 2026.

Non-discrimination Policy

Peaceful Governance Institute does not and will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by law, in employment, program participation, professional training, and training admission and enrollment -- inclusive of all operations. Peaceful Governance Institute is an equal opportunity employer.

If you felt discriminated against during the hiring process, please send a complaint by email to complaint@peacegov.org.

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