Associate Director, English Language Programs

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

English Language Programs, funded by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) at DOS, places experienced U.S. TESOL professionals at educational institutions on short- and long-term assignments in all regions of the world, both in-person and virtually, through its three programs: the Fellow Program, the Specialist Program, and the Virtual Educator Program.  Program participants serve as cultural ambassadors who advance English language learning and foster mutual understanding through cultural exchange.  GU’s Center for Intercultural Education and Development (CIED) is the current administrator of ELP.  

The Associate Director of English Language Programs (ELP) supports the ELP Director in providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and program innovation for a major international exchange initiative funded by the U.S. Department of State (DOS) and administered by Georgetown University (GU). This senior leadership position plays a key role in the execution of a complex, multimillion-dollar portfolio, including multiple DOS Cooperative Agreements totaling $75M+ and dozens of U.S. Embassy awards and partnerships totaling $7M+. The Associate Director ensures program effectiveness, fiscal accountability, and compliance with federal and institutional policies, as well as serves as a key liaison between GU, DOS, U.S. Embassies, and external stakeholders, advancing U.S. public diplomacy objectives through English language education.  Key areas of responsibility include:

Program Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement

• Provide high-level oversight of the English Language Fellow, Specialist, and Virtual Educator Programs.

• Collaborate with the ELP Director to shape long-term strategic direction and innovation across all programmatic areas.

• Represent GU and ELP in meetings with DOS, U.S. Embassies, and partner institutions.

• Support integration of data-driven practices and alignment with DOS policy priorities.

Financial and Contractual Oversight

• Oversee budget planning and program reporting for all major funding streams, in collaboration with GU Finance and DOS.

• Ensure program-wide compliance with federal regulations, Cooperative Agreements, and institutional policies.

• Direct senior-level review and approval of subawards, vendor contracts, and participant agreements.

• Provide executive-level supervision of grant and financial reporting, supported by designated staff.

Direct Operational Oversight of Core Program Activities

Provide direct, year-round oversight of three core program areas—Fellow, Specialist, and Virtual Educator Programs—by collaborating closely with program managers to ensure high-quality implementation and strategic alignment in the following areas:

• Program Recruitment and Applications

  • Lead recruitment processes for 800+ assignments across the three programs.

  • Oversee management of the online application and proposal systems, including eligibility screening, interviews, and roster creation.

• Participant Onboarding and Deployment

  • Ensure effective onboarding of selected participants, including virtual and in-person orientations.

  • Oversee participant deployment and monitor progress throughout assignments.

  • Lead resolution of participant incidents, in coordination with key stakeholders.

• Technology and Systems Management

  • Provide strategic direction for core program platforms, including the Knowledge Management System (KMS), Salesforce CRM, Community of Practice, and the program website.

  • Collaborate with technical and program teams to ensure platform effectiveness and user experience.

Indirect Operational Oversight of Core Program Activities (through Program Managers)

• Supervise three program managers responsible for the daily operations of the Fellow, Specialist, and Virtual Educator Programs.

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