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Program Officer jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at the intersection of policy, program management, and cross-sector collaboration. Employers filing LCAs for this role typically require a bachelor's degree in public policy, international development, social work, or a related field, making it a qualifying specialty occupation for H-1B purposes.
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The Program Officer will act as the main programmatic point of contact for assigned program areas within Jhpiego’s U.S. Government (USG)/Department of State (DOS) multi-country global health programming. Jhpiego’s global health programming supports integrated, sustainable health services including HIV; Sustainability, transition and integration, Global Health Security (GHS), maternal, newborn, and child health; and other priority health areas across multiple countries. The PO will work in close collaboration with the DOS project’s core global team, relevant technical leads and contributors, and country offices to provide specialized support and guidance and to ensure timely completion of project milestones and deliverables.
This position is accountable for ensuring that strong program management methodology, practices and tools are being applied. The PO will proactively identify opportunities to improve or streamline management and implementation processes, ensuring efficient and effective program management and achievement of objectives. The PO will also contribute to budget development, tracking of expenditures, subaward development and/or consultant engagement as appropriate.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Specific Duties & Responsibilities:
Leads & Proposals
- Provides specialized advice and support pertinent to generation of leads for Strategic Growth and Partnership (new business) opportunities aligned with the assigned program and technical area.
- Serves as Program Lead for proposals of moderate-to-high complexity, integrating broader knowledge of the organization and overarching strategies where applicable.
- Writes budget inputs, budget reviews, workplan matrixes and project management narrative sections used to inform and influence the development and design of moderate-to-highly complex proposals and overall development management.
- Partners with Program Manager(s) and SGP liaisons to support highly complex proposal development.
- Supports Country Directors and other stakeholders within Country Office(s) on leads development i.e. meetings with donors, initiating relationships between Country Director(s) and NPD liaisons, drafting concept notes.
Start-Up Activities
- Facilitates workplan and milestone development and planning, identifying programmatic and budget inputs.
- With the program team, facilitates detailed implementation planning including development of GANTT charts, RACI matrices, and other programmatic planning for startup.
- Partners with members of the program’s management team to establish working parameters and guidelines.
- Ensures that program team members are informed of activity plans, timelines, and other essential information needed for startup.
- Acts as a partner and provides specialized support to USG DOS funded global health programming in the development of high-quality workplans and project charters in alignment with program strategy and scope.
Implementation & Control Activities
- Independently conducts meaningful review and analyses used to inform the development of workplan activities, milestone and deliverables, and enhancements to program delivery approaches.
- Interprets and advises teams on the effective application of program management practices and methodologies, ensuring compliance with DOS global program requirements, and Jhpiego’s internal Project Management tools and procedures (PM@Jhpiego).
- Manages and monitors program management standards, ensuring application to DOS program activities as assigned.
- Identifies programmatic issues, concerns and gaps of high concern or impact to the delivery of services; initiates investigations / problem resolution within defined parameters and escalates as needed.
- Monitors and assesses service, productivity and efficiency levels within assigned program(s) and escalates any technical, project management, financial and/or compliance concerns as needed.
- Solves complex problems requiring specialized advice and guidance, including consultation with multiple stakeholders i.e. workplans, budgets.
- Ensures the timely and quality delivery of workplans, milestones, deliverables, program documentation, and progress reports to the appropriate stakeholders.
- Participates in cross-functional / organizational initiatives helping to identify risk and provide guidance to address any challenges or risks to the assigned DOS global program activities.
- Facilitates routine monthly operations meetings, drawing attention to any current problems/concerns requiring attention or resolution.
- Ensures knowledge management is maintained for assigned activities within the DOS global program, and collaborates with communications and technical staff to ensure timely and strategic communications.
- Contributes to reports for the Leadership Team with highlights / updates on programming within the assigned area.
Close-Out Activities
- Manages close out process according to internal processes and donor guidelines.
- Conducts After Action Reviews for closed out projects.
- Ensures quality final report is delivered.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in a related field.
- Five years of related experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
- Ability to travel 30%.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Certified in PM@Jhpiego (Jhpiego’s internal project management curricula) or Project management for Development Professionals (DPro). If these certifications have not been completed, the successful candidate must complete within 60 days of hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven experience successfully managing public health projects of moderate-to-high complexity and scope with USG funding.
- Knowledge of USG rules and regulations.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with diverse groups.
- Excellent problem solving skills.
- Proficient skills in Office 365.
LOCATION
Location: Jhpiego
COMPENSATION
- Starting Salary Range: $74,867 - $92,924 Commensurate with Experience
EEO is the Law
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
INTRODUCTION
The Program Officer will act as the main programmatic point of contact for assigned program areas within Jhpiego’s U.S. Government (USG)/Department of State (DOS) multi-country global health programming. Jhpiego’s global health programming supports integrated, sustainable health services including HIV; Sustainability, transition and integration, Global Health Security (GHS), maternal, newborn, and child health; and other priority health areas across multiple countries. The PO will work in close collaboration with the DOS project’s core global team, relevant technical leads and contributors, and country offices to provide specialized support and guidance and to ensure timely completion of project milestones and deliverables.
This position is accountable for ensuring that strong program management methodology, practices and tools are being applied. The PO will proactively identify opportunities to improve or streamline management and implementation processes, ensuring efficient and effective program management and achievement of objectives. The PO will also contribute to budget development, tracking of expenditures, subaward development and/or consultant engagement as appropriate.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Specific Duties & Responsibilities:
Leads & Proposals
- Provides specialized advice and support pertinent to generation of leads for Strategic Growth and Partnership (new business) opportunities aligned with the assigned program and technical area.
- Serves as Program Lead for proposals of moderate-to-high complexity, integrating broader knowledge of the organization and overarching strategies where applicable.
- Writes budget inputs, budget reviews, workplan matrixes and project management narrative sections used to inform and influence the development and design of moderate-to-highly complex proposals and overall development management.
- Partners with Program Manager(s) and SGP liaisons to support highly complex proposal development.
- Supports Country Directors and other stakeholders within Country Office(s) on leads development i.e. meetings with donors, initiating relationships between Country Director(s) and NPD liaisons, drafting concept notes.
Start-Up Activities
- Facilitates workplan and milestone development and planning, identifying programmatic and budget inputs.
- With the program team, facilitates detailed implementation planning including development of GANTT charts, RACI matrices, and other programmatic planning for startup.
- Partners with members of the program’s management team to establish working parameters and guidelines.
- Ensures that program team members are informed of activity plans, timelines, and other essential information needed for startup.
- Acts as a partner and provides specialized support to USG DOS funded global health programming in the development of high-quality workplans and project charters in alignment with program strategy and scope.
Implementation & Control Activities
- Independently conducts meaningful review and analyses used to inform the development of workplan activities, milestone and deliverables, and enhancements to program delivery approaches.
- Interprets and advises teams on the effective application of program management practices and methodologies, ensuring compliance with DOS global program requirements, and Jhpiego’s internal Project Management tools and procedures (PM@Jhpiego).
- Manages and monitors program management standards, ensuring application to DOS program activities as assigned.
- Identifies programmatic issues, concerns and gaps of high concern or impact to the delivery of services; initiates investigations / problem resolution within defined parameters and escalates as needed.
- Monitors and assesses service, productivity and efficiency levels within assigned program(s) and escalates any technical, project management, financial and/or compliance concerns as needed.
- Solves complex problems requiring specialized advice and guidance, including consultation with multiple stakeholders i.e. workplans, budgets.
- Ensures the timely and quality delivery of workplans, milestones, deliverables, program documentation, and progress reports to the appropriate stakeholders.
- Participates in cross-functional / organizational initiatives helping to identify risk and provide guidance to address any challenges or risks to the assigned DOS global program activities.
- Facilitates routine monthly operations meetings, drawing attention to any current problems/concerns requiring attention or resolution.
- Ensures knowledge management is maintained for assigned activities within the DOS global program, and collaborates with communications and technical staff to ensure timely and strategic communications.
- Contributes to reports for the Leadership Team with highlights / updates on programming within the assigned area.
Close-Out Activities
- Manages close out process according to internal processes and donor guidelines.
- Conducts After Action Reviews for closed out projects.
- Ensures quality final report is delivered.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in a related field.
- Five years of related experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
- Ability to travel 30%.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Certified in PM@Jhpiego (Jhpiego’s internal project management curricula) or Project management for Development Professionals (DPro). If these certifications have not been completed, the successful candidate must complete within 60 days of hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven experience successfully managing public health projects of moderate-to-high complexity and scope with USG funding.
- Knowledge of USG rules and regulations.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with diverse groups.
- Excellent problem solving skills.
- Proficient skills in Office 365.
LOCATION
Location: Jhpiego
COMPENSATION
- Starting Salary Range: $74,867 - $92,924 Commensurate with Experience
EEO is the Law
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
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Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Program Officer roles must be tied to a specific academic field to qualify as a specialty occupation. Document how your degree in public policy, international development, nonprofit management, or social sciences directly supports the job duties your employer will list in the LCA.
Search employers with verified H-1B LCA history
Target organizations that have already certified LCAs for Program Officer or closely related titles. Use Migrate Mate to browse employers with documented H-1B filing history for this role, so you're not testing whether a sponsor is willing.
Verify prevailing wage before your offer stage
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job title. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 11-9151 before salary negotiations so you know the floor your employer must meet.
Distinguish program officer duties across sectors
Federal agencies, international NGOs, and foundations each structure Program Officer responsibilities differently. Employers in government contracting often have stronger H-1B infrastructure and established HR workflows for USCIS filings than smaller nonprofits filing for the first time.
Get a separate LCA for each worksite
If your Program Officer role involves field assignments, partner-site visits, or a hybrid arrangement across multiple office locations, each primary worksite requires its own certified LCA from DOL. Confirm your employer understands this before your I-129 petition is filed.
Account for H-1B cap timing in your job search
H-1B selection rules have changed recently, so your start date depends on when your petition is filed relative to the cap cycle. Build at least six months of lead time into your job search if you're currently on OPT or another status with a hard expiration.
H-1B Visa Program Officer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Program Officer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, when the position genuinely requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as public policy, international affairs, nonprofit management, or social sciences. The employer must document that degree-level knowledge is a normal requirement for the role, not simply preferred. Employers who have previously filed LCAs for Program Officers have already made this case to DOL, which is a strong signal of a qualifying position.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Program Officers?
Federal contractors, large international NGOs, multilateral organizations, and foundations with established HR teams are the most consistent sponsors. These employers have recurring LCA and I-129 workflows and understand the documentation requirements. Smaller nonprofits can and do sponsor, but they often need more lead time and may be filing for the first time. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for this title so you can target your applications efficiently.
How long does H-1B status last for a Program Officer?
USCIS grants H-1B status in an initial period of up to three years, with extensions available up to a six-year maximum. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if you have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or a pending PERM labor certification that has been on file for at least 365 days. Planning for extensions before your first approval expires is important in a role with long project cycles.
What happens if my Program Officer role involves work at multiple locations?
Each primary worksite requires a separate certified LCA from DOL before work begins at that location. If your role involves regular assignments at a partner organization, field office, or client site, your employer must file additional LCAs and post wage notices at each location. Short-term placements under ten consecutive days may qualify for a short-term placement exception, but recurring assignments do not.
Can I switch Program Officer employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 allows you to change employers once your I-129 has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file a new H-1B petition before your start date. You can begin working for the new employer as soon as the receipt notice is issued, without waiting for a final approval.