VP, Scowcroft Center for Strategy & Security

Atlantic Council; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Atlantic Council's Scowcroft Center in Washington, DC seeks a Vice President to lead the Center's programming and strategy. You will guide a bipartisan team of over 40 staff, oversee finances, and steward a broad network of donors and partners to advance national security policy views.

Responsibilities include shaping the Center's vision, directing dozens of projects, and representing the Council to government, international actors, media, and donors.

Qualifications

• Led a major national security organization or comparable policy enterprise.
• Strong global network of security and defense experts across government, the private sector, and NGOs.
• Credible with bipartisan senior policymakers and experience influencing U.S. or allied security strategy.
• Proven track record of seven-figure, transformational funding.
• Managed complex budgets and large, multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead vision and strategic programming for the Scowcroft Center.
• Design and oversee programs influencing policy and public discourse on national security strategy.
• Recruit, manage, and develop top talent; oversee finances and administrative obligations.

Skills

Leadership

Global network

Policy influence

Fundraising

Education

Master's degree or higher

Job description

The Atlantic Council's Scowcroft Center in Washington, DC seeks a Vice President to lead the Center's programming and strategy. You will guide a bipartisan team of over 40 staff, oversee finances, and steward a broad network of donors and partners to advance national security policy views.

Responsibilities include shaping the Center's vision, directing dozens of projects, and representing the Council to government, international actors, media, and donors.