ABOUT US

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.

Aspen Digital

Aspen Digital is a nonpartisan technology and information-focused program that brings together thinkers and doers to uncover new ideas and spark policies, processes, and procedures that empower communities and strengthen democracy. It is future-focused and inspires collaboration among diverse voices from industry, government, and civil society to ensure our interconnected world is accessible, safe, and inclusive – both online and off. Across its initiatives, Aspen Digital develops methods for elevating promising solutions and turning thought into networked impact. To learn more, visit aspendigital.org

Take9

Take9 is a national public service cybersecurity campaign, launched in September 2024 with the goal of increasing the public’s awareness of cybersecurity and directing them to take steps to be secure online – by pausing and taking 9 seconds before acting. The first of its kind, the campaign set out to show how cybersecurity is essential to individual, community, and national security amongst a growing landscape of digital threats against homes, workplaces, bank accounts, but also infrastructures like hospitals, schools, and utilities.

In Year 1 of the campaign, Take9 reached more than 42 million consumers nationwide—through large-scale media placements, online content and video explainers, a dedicated website, and support from over 57 partner organizations. Year 2 sets out to expand and deepen its impact by reaching new audiences while engaging existing ones, and continuing to build a movement where people are able to take actions to become more secure online.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Project Manager, Take9, Cybersecurity Programs, is a savvy professional who thrives on coordinating and driving various tasks and workstreams with excellence, while supporting a range of key internal and external stakeholders. In particular, the Project Manager will manage and track all aspects of the Take9 public service awareness campaign to ensure its success.

This includes supporting Directors, and coordinating the collaboration between the Aspen Digital Cybersecurity team and the Take9 creative agency partner, aligning communication, as well as managing and tracking timely deliverables from internal and external stakeholders. The Project Manager will support senior team leaders with outreach to partners across the cyber civil defense space, partner onboarding, and all other aspects of the campaign. The Project Manager might also support relevant industry events like the Aspen Cyber Summit and other public and private sessions and conferences, and support the production of content and publications.

This is a Washington, D.C. based position that will report to the Senior Director, Cybersecurity Programs Aspen Digital. This position is term-limited, set to end after 12-months. The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. Employees are expected to work in person at the office approximately two days a week. The position might require monthly or quarterly travel nationally.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Support and work closely with Directors on all aspects of Take9 Y2 program launch, development, and implementation.
• Manage daily and weekly coordination between and amongst Take9 core team partners, which include internal stakeholders, the Take9 creative agency, and philanthropic supporters.
• Coordinate and help steward meetings with internal and external stakeholders, e.g. by drafting agendas, scheduling, inviting, and completing prep work, minute taking, and follow-up communication.
• Ensure ongoing, timely, and consistent flow of information between various stakeholders.
• Manage metrics for Take9 partnership and campaign, and track and adjust tasks.
• Address risks and issues affecting project deadlines, and maintain clear and consistent communication on status.
• Support the editing, production and distribution of quality Take9 campaign management and briefing materials.
• Organize day-to-day operations for Take9 and support event logistics, partner engagement, analytics tracking, and coordinations.
• Attend affiliated events on behalf of Take9.
• Support the production, organization and execution of key stakeholder communications, and conduct email communication with partners.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO THRIVE

• 5+ years of relevant experience with track record of effective program management, and ability to deliver high quality results.
• Highly skilled at organizing, implementing, managing priorities, and maintaining structure and processes in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience and ease handling multiple external relations, including high level stakeholders, and the ability to communicate, plan, organize, and follow through with internal and external constituencies.
• Experience or strong interest in cybersecurity and the field of associated organizations; experience in communications and advertising a plus.
• Experience with program development, project management, and design.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work with and engage diverse audiences.
• Ability to thrive in high performing environment.
• Experience with publications production and dissemination helpful.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including a desire to learn.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Aspen Institute offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, and prescription benefits, retirement benefits, and paid leave.

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.

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