Vietnamese-Speaking Resident Director

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The Southeast Asian Flagship Languages Initiative (SEAFLI) program, located in Hanoi, Vietnam, supports learners of Vietnamese in acquiring the targeted Southeast Asian language and culture. SEAFLI consists of intensive, structured language instruction and peer tutors/conversation partners who are native speakers of the target language.

The Resident Director serves as American Councils’ representative in Hanoi for participants’ health, safety, academic performance, and program logistics. The Resident Director must be available to participants daily; meet regularly with teachers, administrators, and students; arrange group travel and cultural programs; observe SEAFLI language classes; and be available during emergencies. The Resident Director will communicate regularly with host institution representatives in Vietnam and American Councils staff in Washington, DC, and will report to the US-based Senior Program Manager. Prior to the program start, Resident Directors are required to complete a staff orientation and attend the Pre-Departure Orientation for SEAFLI students in July. The Resident Director will travel to the program site in advance of the students’ arrival.

Anticipated Employment Dates: August 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026 (tentative)

Responsibilities

• Serve as the local liaison between American Councils and the host institute administration to ensure the academic program proceeds as agreed
• Monitor participants’ health, safety, and academic performance, and promptly communicate significant issues to American Councils and host institution staff
• Coordinate health care for participants and intervene on behalf of participants as necessary
• Enforce policies regarding terms and conditions of program participation
• Coordinate host country program logistics, including cultural excursions and related travel, and communicate logistical details to US-based staff
• Submit weekly written updates to the Senior Program Manager
• Coordinate with the host institution to arrange peer tutors/conversation partners
• Submit a final report, program grades, and test scores within two weeks of program conclusion
• Manage program finances and submit monthly expense reports accounting for all program expenditures
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Advanced level or higher oral proficiency in Vietnamese
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in relevant language or area studies, or equivalent
• Study, work, or extensive travel experience in Vietnam
• Experience overseeing and guiding groups
• Skills in academic and personal counseling
• Skills in general financial accountability

Benefits

• This position is not eligible for healthcare benefits

American Councils is committed to providing employment opportunities for all individuals in accordance with federal regulations. Our focus is on ensuring equal access to employment and advancement opportunities based on merit. American Councils’ commitment is driven by federal requirements, including Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). We also ensure our employment practices comply with applicable regulations, including E-Verify requirements for work eligibility.

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