Space Security Program Lead

Atlantic Council; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) plan

FSA options

Paid time off

Wellness benefits

Pet insurance

PSLF eligibility

Resumo da oferta

Atlantic Council’s Forward Defense Program seeks an Assistant Director to lead the space security workstream and support strategic forces projects. The role involves coordinating senior staff, engaging partners, and contributing to publications and events.

The candidate will manage projects, build a strong network of donors and partners, and mentor interns and junior staff while supporting broader program management tasks.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree or higher; graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years full-time experience in project/ program management.
• Experience in managing interns or staff is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Support the Associate Director and Director in managing the Forward Defense portfolio.
• Lead the space security workstream, including business development, donor reporting, budgeting, and thought leadership.
• Oversee projects, coordinate junior colleagues, and ensure timely delivery to upper management.
• Shape content and structure of FD’s publications and convenings, with a focus on space security pieces.
• Conduct research and writing on strategic forces topics such as space deterrence and missile defense.
• Edit written work and coordinate with fellows and staff for various outputs.
• Liaise with centers, development, engagement, and executive office to publicize events and publications.
• Develop and maintain relationships with defense, space, government, industry, and academic partners.
• Provide day-to-day mentorship to FD’s interns and junior staff.

Conhecimentos

Project management

Event management

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Writing and editing

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Networking

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate degree preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Atlantic Council’s Forward Defense Program seeks an Assistant Director to lead the space security workstream and support strategic forces projects. The role involves coordinating senior staff, engaging partners, and contributing to publications and events.

The candidate will manage projects, build a strong network of donors and partners, and mentor interns and junior staff while supporting broader program management tasks.