Programs Specialist (Egypt)

Apply For This Job Location:Egypt - Alexandria AddressAlexandria, Job Type:Full-Time Posting Date05/20/2026Company DescriptionEstablished 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, expnd access to U.S. study, empower youth and women, strengthen local institutions, and develop language and professional skills for success in the global economy. Headquarters in Washington, D.C., Amideast operates offices in 11 countries in the MENA region. For more information, visit us at www.amideast.org.Position DescriptionThe Program Specialist provides essential administrative and operational support to the English Language Department, focusing on corporate educational programs (online and in-person). This role ensures high-quality delivery, efficient coordination, and responsive service to participants and corporate clients.ResponsibilitiesProgram Coordination & DeliverySchedule and manage closed English language classes for corporate clientsConduct site visits and oversee logistics, operations, and administration of training sessionsSchedule Zoom sessions and distribute links to instructors and participantsManage private tutoring logistics and classroom assignmentsCommunication & Client RelationsCreate and manage WhatsApp groups for corporate classes and general EL programsCommunicate regularly with participants via email, WhatsApp, and phoneAdministrative & Financial SupportReport session delivery and attendance to corporate clientsTrack corporate numbers for PO coordination with Sales ManagerRequest monthly invoices and submit backup documentation to financeOrganize pay sheets for instructors and trainers for review and approvalAssist with procurement, travel, and accommodation logistics for corporate clientsAcademic & LMS ManagementAdminister placement tests and group participants accordinglyUpload classes, quizzes, and materials to the LMSTrack attendance and performance; follow up on issuesCoordinate certificate issuance upon course completionDocumentation & ReportingMaintain organized records on Amideast SharePointUpdate program tracker weekly with attendance and progressProvide regular updates and reports to stakeholdersAdditional SupportObserve evening classes 3 days per weekAssist with grant-related tasks and PMP material access requestsOther duties as assignedQualificationsRequiredBachelor’s degree3+ years of work experience Knowledge of or experience in development programsExcellent professional communication skills (written and oral)Excellent command of MS Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPointPreferredExcellent organizational and multitasking abilitiesTeam-oriented with independent work capabilityAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesDetail-oriented and proactiveTOEIC score of 750 and strong Arabic communication skillsThe physical demands and work environment that have been described is representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This position description is an overview of the major functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of the position; the Employee’s Manager may assign other duties as related or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary within the general scope, without the need for additional compensation.Amideast is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.Positions that involve interaction with children will be required to read, acknowledge, and comply with and attend special training in accordance with the Child Protection and Safeguarding policy. All Amideast representatives must comply with the Code of Conduct and all applicable organizational policies which include but are not limited to, Anti-Human Trafficking and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.