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Department: | CONGRESSIONAL |
Location: | Washington, DC |
Salary: |
The Aspen Institute
The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Since its founding in 1949, the Institute has been driving change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most critical challenges facing communities in the United States and around the world. Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Institute has a campus in Aspen, Colorado, and an international network of partners.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
To achieve our mission of a more free, just, and equitable society, we commit to working proactively to advance the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion across our myriad endeavors such as the recruitment, compensation, training, and advancement of staff. The best people-serving institutions make this commitment, and we seek to be a leader in the ways that we do so and learn from others. Visit our website to learn more about our commitment and recent actions taken toward building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment.
The Aspen Institute Congressional Program is an educational initiative designed to address the need for informed, civil engagement to help federal legislators develop policies to deal with challenges on the key issues of our time. Its central mission is to promote leadership in the U.S. Congress by providing lawmakers and their staff with a deeper understanding and background on critical issues. The hallmark of the Program is neutrality and integrity by taking no position on specific legislative initiatives. Funding is largely from philanthropic foundations. Our strategy involves annual off-the-record conferences in international and domestic venues and regular educational breakfasts and lunches in Washington.
Primary Function:
The Deputy Director works in an engaged consultation and partnership with the Executive Director on all aspects of strategy, fundraising, program activities and operations. The Deputy Director serves as a leader, thought partner, and manager of a broad range of functions that undergird the Congressional Program. She/he/they keeps track of the program supporters, their budget cycles, project funding, and stays abreast of required grant proposals and grant reports. The Deputy Director engages in long term, strategic planning for the program and its events.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Deputy Director position is divided among four broad categories: Fundraising and Financial Oversight, Long Range Planning and Strategy, Program Development, Logistical and Onsite Support.
Fundraising and Financial Oversight:
Long-Range Planning and Strategy:
Program Development:
Logistical and On-Site Support:
Principal Interactions:
The Deputy Director will work closely with and report to the Executive Director.
Qualifications, Experience and On-Going Personal Development:
Please note, a cover letter is required to apply to this position.
The Institute has implemented a mandatory COVID vaccination policy for all employees who will work at one of our physical locations, attend any of our in-person events or travel on behalf of the Institute. Staff unable to be vaccinated may request an exemption under certain circumstances.
The Aspen Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all District and federal laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against.