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Strategic Engagement Program Manager (based out of Washington, DC)

Job Description

Job Title

Strategic Engagement Program Manager (based out of Washington, DC)

Job Description

The Strategic Engagement Manager supports the University in our nation’s capital and assists with relationship building and strategic outreach with senior-level policy officials, research agencies, decision-makers, and thought leaders in Washington, DC. In addition, the position supports faculty members, researchers, and students in communicating and advancing the impact-related goals of the many policy-focused departments, organizations, and programs across the University. The Strategic Engagement Manager also provides subject matter expertise on strategic communications efforts, working with University leadership to advance Notre Dame’s mission and priorities.

Job duties will include:
  • Serving as a senior representative and liaison between the University and federal government entities, supporting relationships with all relevant aspects of the federal government, as well as with key stakeholders and thought leaders in Washington, DC.
  • Leading the University’s strategic engagement efforts in Washington, DC, including advising on outreach content, messages, objectives, and audiences.
  • Supporting the planning and execution of University events and strategic outreach with DC stakeholders.

This is a 3-year limited-term position.

Candidate must be able to travel to and from Washington, DC, to South Bend, IN.

Notre Dame Research is committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity and ensures that members of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome, and included. We strive to achieve a culture of openness, autonomy, and belonging; making Notre Dame an exceptional place for our team, partners, and collaborators to flourish.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 3 to 4 years of relevant work experience
  • Working knowledge of research operations at a university and federal agencies
  • Business development experience

Skills:
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Capacity to understand and communicate technical information to a variety of stakeholders
  • Initiative and curiosity to learn about new areas
  • Experience working with federal agencies is a plus
  • Familiarity with poverty research is a plus

Department

Notre Dame Research (43300)

Department Website

https://strategicframework.nd.edu/initiatives/poverty-initiative/

Family / Sub-Family

External Relations / Government Relations

Career Stream/Level

EIC 2 Professional

Department Hiring Pay Range

up to $90,000; commensurate with experience

Pay ID

Semi-Monthly

FLSA Status

S1 - FT Exempt

Job Category

Administrator/Professional

Job Type

Full-time

Job Posting Date (Campus)

11/15/2024

Job Posting Date (Public)

11/15/2024

Job Closing Date

11/19/2024

Posting Type

Open To All Applicants

Posting Number

S251581

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/36430

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