Project Manager with Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) background

Required Experience/Background:  
MA degree in TEFL, applied linguistics, or a closely related field and proven professional expertise in the development of computer assisted language learning programs; or, MA degree in Information Technologies, Computer Science or closely related field and proven professional expertise in the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL).Demonstrated experience in developing internet-based learning applications and materials, especially those focused on promoting acquisition of foreign languages, from concept stage to finished product.Demonstrated experience and success in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.Strong interpersonal skills to work with multiple partners Strong presentation skills.Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills.Substantial understanding of U.S. culture and values and cultural differences as well as an awareness of and sensitivity to differences in educational standards and expectations in non-American settings.Demonstrated computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including PowerPoint and EXCEL), Adobe Suite, HTML, website maintenance, database software and social networking tools.Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment, while remaining highly organized.
Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:
Track project milestones and deliverables using appropriate tools;Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.Draft and submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants Identify a program platform suitable for multi-media learning applications and worldwide accessibilityDraft a Request for Grant Proposal (RFGP) and manage the process of awarding a cooperative-agreement grant;Develop and field test an ELLC prototype Evaluate preliminary work accomplished to date on ELLC;Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support Project Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents, including benchmarks and milestones to provide evaluation of incremental Project achievements