Issue Date: August 20, 2025
Deadline for Application: August 31, 2025 by 17:30 pm.
Full-time, one year position

Position Description
SUMMARY

American Corner Mary is a learning and cultural center designed to promote interaction – both in-person and virtual – among audiences in Turkmenistan and the United States. The Corner offers compelling programs, workshops, and activities in five core areas: English language learning, EducationUSA advising, cultural programs, alumni engagement, and information about the USA. The Corner also offers free Internet and resources such as books, magazines, films, games, and access to technology tools and equipment.

The Mary American Corner (MAC) Activity Coordinator is responsible for coordinating alumni and volunteer activities in the region. This position reports directly to the Manager of the Mary American Corner and FLEX Alumni Coordinator, but requires frequent coordination with the American Corners Grant Manager. The job is great for someone who has project organization experience and enjoys a fast-faced, challenging work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write monthly reports on alumni activities to be submitted to the Alumni Coordinator in Ashgabat at the end of each month;
• Write weekly highlights on all activities to be submitted to the American Corner Manager and Public Diplomacy section at the U.S. Embassy at the end of each week;
• Provide coordination and encouragement to alumni and volunteers as they plan and execute activities;
• Work with alumni and volunteers to develop proposals and budgets for alumni and other projects. Submit these proposals to the MAC Manager and the FLEX Alumni Coordinator in Ashgabat;
• Organize monthly alumni and volunteer meetings;
• Assist the MAC Manager in developing the monthly events calendar, based on visitor, volunteer, and alumni interests;
• Design and release the monthly calendars in three languages (English, Turkmen and Russian);
• Maintain regular contact by telephone with alumni in your region and inform them about scheduled events in Mary, Ashgabat, and elsewhere in Turkmenistan;
• Report on alumni news for posting on the American Councils web site and other publications;
• Actively gather information about alumni/volunteer successes for the monthly report;
• Engage the public in emerging technologies, including 3D printing and robotics(basics);
• Maintain the MAC library (register patrons);
• Assist the MAC Manager with other duties, as necessary;
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned by your supervisor, the American Spaces team, and American Corners Grant Manager.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• General knowledge of U.S. history and politics, values, society, culture, and education systems/structure;
• Knowledge of the local community and ability to assess community interest in American topics;
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in (the local language) and in English;
• Experience with online and digital technologies preferred;
• Experience in activity/project organization;
• Previous experience in Alumni activities preferred;
• Ability to create, promote, and evaluate a variety of programs and events that promote the Corner and its resources;
• Ability to prepare written reports and communications within provided guidelines;
• Ability to recruit, train, and work with local volunteers;
• Ability to work effectively on a team;
• Strong leadership skills and ability to organize, encourage, inspire, and motivate peers;
• Creativity, initiative, and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to manage time, abide by rules, demonstrate accountability, and understand the need for quality in work;
• Computer skills, including strong knowledge of Word, Excel, and Power Point;
• Turkmen citizenship.

In general, all American Councils staff members are expected to support a positive, team atmosphere and step outside of their formal roles from time-to-time to support the organization, special initiatives, or individual programs when needed.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

A complete application must include:
1. Resume/CV;
2. Cover Letter highlighting motivation for the position and expected salary;
3. A list of previous alumni projects completed in Turkmenistan (if alumni applicant.)

Please email applications to indicating “Mary American Corner Activity Coordinator position” in the subject line of your email.
The application should be received not later than August 31, 2025 by 17:30 pm.

For information, please call (993-63) 50-20-36 or visit our website at https://americancouncilstm.org/

American Councils is a legal entity in Turkmenistan under the Foreign Assistance Agreement between the governments of the United States and Turkmenistan with the purpose of implementing US Embassy education and cultural exchange programs in Turkmenistan.