Strategic Engagement Program Manager (based out of Washington, DC) – University of Notre Dame

Title of the Job: Strategic Engagement Program Manager (based out of Washington, DC)

Location: Washington DC

Job Description: Position InformationJob Title Strategic Engagement Program Manager (based out of Washington, DC)
Job DescriptionThe 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 QualificationsEducation 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

Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
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
Schedule: Days of Week & Hours
Schedule: Hours/Week
Schedule: # of monthsPosting Detail InformationThe University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and others that will enhance our community. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).Posting Detail InformationJob 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
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