Program Manager Aspen Strategy Group

The Aspen Institute•Washington, DC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Manager will contribute substantively and administratively to the Aspen Strategy Group (ASG), with a high degree of project ownership and independence. Reporting to the management of the ASG and Aspen Security Forum Director and Deputy Director, the role primarily oversees the Rising Leaders Program and launches the Albright International Leaders Program, while also supporting work across the ASG portfolio, including the Aspen Strategy Group, Aspen Security Forum, summer workshop, and Track II dialogues. The position operates in a collaborative, ambitious, dynamic, and fast-paced team environment. The role is expected to work in person with colleagues at least 60% of the time, with flexibility to work remotely for the balance. The stated salary is $90,000.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 5 years of professional experience.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Excellent communication, writing, editing, and organizational skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a small team and also work independently.
Ability to multitask, take initiative in problem-solving, and manage competing demands and priorities.
Strong work ethic and excellent time-management skills.
Keen understanding of protocol.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Ability to work under pressure, handle stress, and be comfortable with ambiguity.
Proficiency with, or ability to learn easily, tools such as iContact, WordPress, FormAssembly, and Canva.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as International Relations or Political Science.
Long-term interest in U.S. foreign policy and national security.
Desire to learn, sense of humor, creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage Rising Leaders Program projects, including the application cycle, seminars, policy paper editing and publication, and virtual and in-person programming.
Plan and execute year-round programming and events for Rising Leaders Program alumni.
Develop processes and lead the launch of the Albright International Leaders Program, including recruitment and promotion, applications, selection, and programming for the new year-long program.
Maintain organized program documentation, records, procedures, and operational materials.
Provide programmatic, administrative, and logistical support for projects and meetings across the ASG portfolio, including the Rising Leaders Program, Albright International Leaders Program, ASG Summer Workshop, Aspen Security Forum, and Track II dialogues.
Draft external correspondence for meeting participants and outside stakeholders, such as invitations and thank-you notes.
Translate broad objectives into actionable plans, set priorities, manage competing deadlines, and move critical tasks forward.
Assist with writing and proofreading ASG materials, including meeting materials, grant proposals and reports, and summary documents.
Conduct background research for programming and meetings, attend sessions, and take substantive notes.
Manage event and conference logistics, including application materials and tracking, RSVP lists, contracts, and BEOs.
Contribute to and edit the Weekly Leaf newsletter.