John F. Kennedy Center , Inc.
Board Relations & Special Projects Manager
John F. Kennedy Center , Inc., Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
About The Kennedy Center
"I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit." - President John F. Kennedy
The Kennedy Center is the nation's cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.
At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.
Mission Statement:
As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.
Why Join Us
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including:Staff offers for discount ticketsRetirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment)Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire11 paid holidays per yearMedical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLAFlexible work arrangementsWe like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video!Job Description
The Manager of Board Relations & Special Projects supports the successful execution of Kennedy Center board and staff meetings and communications; collaborating with leadership and facilitating effective communications across the Center driven by internal focus on staff communications, leadership meetings and prioritization of tasks. Includes support to the President for internal and external projects and stewardship; support for President's role in events and speaking engagements; active management and support for strategic planning activities and other special projects.
Key Responsibilities
Oversees planning, communication and engagement for JFKC board activities to both board and staffOversees planning, communication and engagement for Staff meetings and communicationsProvides support to President on Institutional Priorities & Strategic Initiatives creation/monitoring/staff communication.Attends Office of the President (OOP) meetings, maintains confidential meeting minutes, solicits President approval and distributes to OOP in timely fashionProvides ongoing support to President-connected projects andspeaking engagements. Managing special projects as needed and tracking progress throughout the institutionProvides ongoing effective leadership communicating priorities and deliverablesFacilitate Kennedy Center Town Halls and other key internal initiativesSupports the VP Strategic Communications in ensuring the President is represented and communicates on her behalf to internal and external stakeholders. Supports the President's EA to acts as the liaison/POC between President and other executives particular with VP, Government Relations, clients, Capitol Hill outreach and stakeholders to ensure consistent communication and ensuring involvement or decision-making at the proper timeCollaborates with development on coordination of President's campaign logistics including staffing President at events on and off campus as needed.Works with President's EA on schedule management and prioritizationParticipates on behalf of the President's office in all DEIAB activities, Mix Masters and technology implementationsMaintains accurate confidential files and data records.Other duties as assigned.Key Qualifications
5 years of experience in an applicable position, preferably in nonprofit board governanceStrategic thinker who can lead and incubate projectsExperience delivering high-stakes strategic recommendations to Senior Executive audiencesStrong written, oral and presentation communication skillsAbility to prioritize and manage multiple complex projects with tight timelinesExcellent knowledge of business operations, corporate development and strategyStrong project reporting skills, with a focus on interdepartmental communicationConsulting experience with a focus on operations management
"I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit." - President John F. Kennedy
The Kennedy Center is the nation's cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.
At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.
Mission Statement:
As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.
Why Join Us
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including:Staff offers for discount ticketsRetirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment)Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire11 paid holidays per yearMedical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLAFlexible work arrangementsWe like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video!Job Description
The Manager of Board Relations & Special Projects supports the successful execution of Kennedy Center board and staff meetings and communications; collaborating with leadership and facilitating effective communications across the Center driven by internal focus on staff communications, leadership meetings and prioritization of tasks. Includes support to the President for internal and external projects and stewardship; support for President's role in events and speaking engagements; active management and support for strategic planning activities and other special projects.
Key Responsibilities
Oversees planning, communication and engagement for JFKC board activities to both board and staffOversees planning, communication and engagement for Staff meetings and communicationsProvides support to President on Institutional Priorities & Strategic Initiatives creation/monitoring/staff communication.Attends Office of the President (OOP) meetings, maintains confidential meeting minutes, solicits President approval and distributes to OOP in timely fashionProvides ongoing support to President-connected projects andspeaking engagements. Managing special projects as needed and tracking progress throughout the institutionProvides ongoing effective leadership communicating priorities and deliverablesFacilitate Kennedy Center Town Halls and other key internal initiativesSupports the VP Strategic Communications in ensuring the President is represented and communicates on her behalf to internal and external stakeholders. Supports the President's EA to acts as the liaison/POC between President and other executives particular with VP, Government Relations, clients, Capitol Hill outreach and stakeholders to ensure consistent communication and ensuring involvement or decision-making at the proper timeCollaborates with development on coordination of President's campaign logistics including staffing President at events on and off campus as needed.Works with President's EA on schedule management and prioritizationParticipates on behalf of the President's office in all DEIAB activities, Mix Masters and technology implementationsMaintains accurate confidential files and data records.Other duties as assigned.Key Qualifications
5 years of experience in an applicable position, preferably in nonprofit board governanceStrategic thinker who can lead and incubate projectsExperience delivering high-stakes strategic recommendations to Senior Executive audiencesStrong written, oral and presentation communication skillsAbility to prioritize and manage multiple complex projects with tight timelinesExcellent knowledge of business operations, corporate development and strategyStrong project reporting skills, with a focus on interdepartmental communicationConsulting experience with a focus on operations management