Atlantic Council
Associate Director, Forward Defense
Atlantic Council, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Location:
Atlantic Council Headquarters – Washington, DCEmployment Type:
Full-timeSeniority Level:
AssociateJob Category:
StaffAbout
Forward
Defense
The Atlantic Council’s
Forward
Defense ( F D) program, situated in the Scowcroft Center, generates ideas and connects stakeholders in the defense ecosystem to promote an enduring military advantage for the United States, its allies, and partners. Our work identifies the defense strategies, capabilities, and resources the United States needs to deter and, if necessary, prevail in future conflict.Overview of the Role
The Atlantic Council’s
Forward
Defense Program is thrilled to hire an Associate Director. The Associate Director will lead
F D’s portfolio of work on defense-industrial issues; execute and manage
F D’s key projects related to US defense industrial base policy, emerging defense and dual-use technology, and defense industrial integration; manage junior colleagues; and support the Director and Deputy Director with tasks related to the broader management of
Forward
Defense.The ideal candidate is innovative, resourceful, proactive, and has a proven track record of working with policymakers, military officials, and/or senior experts on emerging defense and security issues and technologies. The Associate Director will have solid judgment and the ability to multi-task and communicate effectively in a dynamic work environment.Job Responsibilities
The Associate Director will be specifically responsible for the following:Manage and assume primary responsibility in organizing and executing major
Forward
Defense projects.Set the operational tempo and timelines for projects, track multiple deliverables, and oversee junior colleagues.Shape the content, format, and structure of
F D’s defense industrial base publications and convenings.Contribute to shaping
Forward
Defense’s goals and desired policy outcomes.Edit written work and coordinate closely with fellows and staff.Liaise with other Council centers to ensure successful execution of events and publications.Maintain, develop, and cultivate a wide network of crucial partner and donor relationships.Contribute to the intellectual work of the Center through research and writing.Represent
Forward
Defense at external meetings and events.Supervise and provide mentorship to
F D’s interns and junior staff.Qualifications
General Qualifications:
Experience in project management, event management, and stakeholder management.Exceptional organizational, writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Strong track record in engaging key stakeholders in US defense and security.Significant interest in, and demonstrated knowledge of, defense and security issues.Specific Qualifications:
Graduate degree in a related field is strongly preferred.Past work experience with transferable operational, project, and people management skills.Previous relevant, substantive work experience and demonstrated expertise in subject matter.Experience in overseeing a small number of interns and staff.Experience in business development, stakeholder management, and budgeting.To produce quality work and to successfully achieve our mission, we recognize the need for our staff to maintain a healthy lifestyle and a work/life balance. Our comprehensive benefits package helps to keep costs low for our staff and their families.All Atlantic Council employees are required to adhere to the Atlantic Council’s vaccination policy. All Atlantic Council employees must be fully vaccinated and boosted, and they must submit proof of both vaccination and COVID-19 booster shot on their first day of employment.Please note :
The Atlantic Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and District of Columbia civil rights regulations and policies, the Atlantic Council does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, political beliefs, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics covered by applicable law.
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Atlantic Council Headquarters – Washington, DCEmployment Type:
Full-timeSeniority Level:
AssociateJob Category:
StaffAbout
Forward
Defense
The Atlantic Council’s
Forward
Defense ( F D) program, situated in the Scowcroft Center, generates ideas and connects stakeholders in the defense ecosystem to promote an enduring military advantage for the United States, its allies, and partners. Our work identifies the defense strategies, capabilities, and resources the United States needs to deter and, if necessary, prevail in future conflict.Overview of the Role
The Atlantic Council’s
Forward
Defense Program is thrilled to hire an Associate Director. The Associate Director will lead
F D’s portfolio of work on defense-industrial issues; execute and manage
F D’s key projects related to US defense industrial base policy, emerging defense and dual-use technology, and defense industrial integration; manage junior colleagues; and support the Director and Deputy Director with tasks related to the broader management of
Forward
Defense.The ideal candidate is innovative, resourceful, proactive, and has a proven track record of working with policymakers, military officials, and/or senior experts on emerging defense and security issues and technologies. The Associate Director will have solid judgment and the ability to multi-task and communicate effectively in a dynamic work environment.Job Responsibilities
The Associate Director will be specifically responsible for the following:Manage and assume primary responsibility in organizing and executing major
Forward
Defense projects.Set the operational tempo and timelines for projects, track multiple deliverables, and oversee junior colleagues.Shape the content, format, and structure of
F D’s defense industrial base publications and convenings.Contribute to shaping
Forward
Defense’s goals and desired policy outcomes.Edit written work and coordinate closely with fellows and staff.Liaise with other Council centers to ensure successful execution of events and publications.Maintain, develop, and cultivate a wide network of crucial partner and donor relationships.Contribute to the intellectual work of the Center through research and writing.Represent
Forward
Defense at external meetings and events.Supervise and provide mentorship to
F D’s interns and junior staff.Qualifications
General Qualifications:
Experience in project management, event management, and stakeholder management.Exceptional organizational, writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Strong track record in engaging key stakeholders in US defense and security.Significant interest in, and demonstrated knowledge of, defense and security issues.Specific Qualifications:
Graduate degree in a related field is strongly preferred.Past work experience with transferable operational, project, and people management skills.Previous relevant, substantive work experience and demonstrated expertise in subject matter.Experience in overseeing a small number of interns and staff.Experience in business development, stakeholder management, and budgeting.To produce quality work and to successfully achieve our mission, we recognize the need for our staff to maintain a healthy lifestyle and a work/life balance. Our comprehensive benefits package helps to keep costs low for our staff and their families.All Atlantic Council employees are required to adhere to the Atlantic Council’s vaccination policy. All Atlantic Council employees must be fully vaccinated and boosted, and they must submit proof of both vaccination and COVID-19 booster shot on their first day of employment.Please note :
The Atlantic Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and District of Columbia civil rights regulations and policies, the Atlantic Council does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, political beliefs, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics covered by applicable law.
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