Established in 1951, Amideast is an American nonprofit organization dedicated to creating hope, opportunity, and mutual understanding among people in the Middle East, North Africa, and United States through life-changing opportunities for education and cultural exchanges. Working with local, regional, and international partners, we provide programs and services that improve educational opportunity and quality, expand access to U.S. study, empower youth and women, strengthen local institutions, and develop language and professional skills for success in the global economy. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., Amideast operates offices in 11 countries in the MENA region. For more information, visit us at www.amideast.org.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Amideast Egypt provides valuable assistance to students and graduates who require authentication of their U.S. degrees and certification of the institution's accreditation and legitimacy. Amideast Egypt offers authentication and accreditation services of American degrees obtained from accredited institutions in the United States and/or from American institutions around the globe recognized by the U.S. Council of Higher Education.
The Grants Portfolio Lead is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, implementation, and daily operations of certification programs American Corner and the Grants department. This role ensures high-quality program delivery, fosters partnerships, promotes U.S. culture and values, and enhances youth capacity through educational and professional development activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Tasks and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Certification Program Management
- Monitor delivery of certification programs
- Ensure compliance with accrediting body standards and maintain updated course materials
- Ensure Accurate following of Certification and Verification manual
- Respond to customer inquiries regarding the program
- Ensure correct procedure and verification of all documents from receiving documents till point of delivery to Customer Service
2. Exchange Program
- Work with public and private academic institutions and organizations to distribute information about exchange programs
- Assist the Grants Portfolio Manager in the implementation of grant programs and handling program details while ensuring customer satisfaction
- Contribute in the department strategic planning, goal setting and annual budget preparation as required
- Prepare and submit accurate and timely technical, statistical, and financial reports to partners, donors, and to Amideast HQ budget for all exchange programs as required
- Organizing alumni events with Exchange department staff and other required parties
- Respond to inquiries from prospective exchanges programs participants
- Maintain department processes in an efficient and effective manner
- Collaborate positively with other Amideast departments (Education and Training, Testing, Customer Service)
- Provide administrative and logistical support for exchange programs including making housing arrangements and other administrative tasks when needed
- Register clients in the various in office information sessions
- Conduct online and in -person outreach for Exchange Scholarships programs
3. American Corner Leadership
- Oversee daily operations of the American Corner, ensuring it remains a dynamic and welcoming learning space
- Curate and implement a diverse calendar of programs aligned with U.S. cultural diplomacy and educational objectives
- Coordinate with the U.S. Embassy/Consulate and other stakeholders for joint events, speaker programs, and campaigns
- Maintain and promote resources (books, digital tools, equipment) available at the American Corner
- Supervise volunteers or interns supporting American Corner activities