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Program Officer - Washington, United States - National Academy of Sciences
Description
Job Description Summary:
Resume and Cover Letter Required
OVERVIEW:
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine seeks a Program Officer to manage program activities, manage and coordinate roundtable programs and events, and prepare written proceedings in brief related to U.S.
science policy for the Government-University-Industry Research Roundtable (GUIRR). GUIRR is positioned within the U.S. Science and Innovation Policy theme of the Policy and Global Affairs (PGA) Division.Among their responsibilities, the Program Officer will serve as the lead for workshop programming and development, as well as membership management for GUIRR.
GUIRR is charged with improving the research enterprise of the United States by successfully resolving the cross-sectoral issues that prevent the U.S.
The mission of GUIRR is to convene senior-most representatives from government, universities, and industry to define and explore critical issues related to the national and global science and technology agenda that are of shared interest; to frame the next critical question stemming from current debate and analysis, and to incubate activities of on-going value to the stakeholders.
This forum is designed to facilitate candid dialogue among participants, to foster self-implementing activities, and, where appropriate, to carry awareness of consequences to the wider public.
The Program Officer is responsible for developing and managing one or more of the organization's programs or projects with minimal oversight by the Director or Senior Program Officer.
Incumbent applies in-depth professional level knowledge to independently solve a full range of complex problems. The job's primary focus may be either fundraising, collaborative and external outreach, convening activities or managing organization programs. The work is primarily intellectual or analytical in character, requiring advanced knowledge. Assignments are broadly defined and require judgment and creativity to complete.
Incumbent has authority to take whatever action deemed advisable or necessary and is often responsible for oversight or management of other staff.
Typically reports to Senior Program Officer and Director.Job Description:
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Related duties and special projects as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of issues in applicable discipline. Ability to solve varied and complex problems using originality and ingenuity. Strong program/project management skills. Ability to operate using appreciable latitude for independent judgment and action. Ability to work successfully in a team environment. Ability to develop relationships with co-workers and employees in other National Academies' departments through effective communication. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to effectively interact with all levels of employees.
Minimum Education/Training Requirements: Master's degree in a related field or equivalent knowledge.
Minimum Experience: Three years of related professional experience. Demonstrated basic proficiency in conveying scientific/technical/policy information in verbal and written form.
Preferred Education: Ph.
D. or advanced degree in a related field. Experience with fundraising, foundation management, grants management and project management preferred.
Physical Capabilities: Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time. Ability to travel regionally and within DC metro.
Required Licenses, Certification or Registration: None.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Controls: Reports to senior program officer or director. Sets objectives with supervisor and receives input and advice as needed. Assists in the supervision of project/program staff.
Work Environment: Hybrid office environment; 40% onsite with occasional travel between National Academies' facilities and to off-site meeting/sponsor locations.
Compensation Range: The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine support equity, fairness, and transparency in our compensation programs. An estimated compensation range for this position is $85,040 - $106,300. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will be based on the candidate's relevant knowledge, skills, and work experience, commensurate with compensation of current employees in comparable positions with similar knowledge, skills, and work experience, and subject to budget parameters. Note it is not typical for a candidate to be hired at the higher end of the range.
The National Academies' Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:
We, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (the National Academies), value diversity among our staff, members, volunteers, partners, vendors, and audiences.
We recognize that talent is broadly distributed in society and that many perspectives enhance the quality of our work and drive innovation and impact.
We pledge to cultivate a workplace culture and climate that promotes inclusion, belonging, accessibility, and anti-racism; upholds equity; and values the participation of all who are engaged in advancing our mission.
By embracing the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our programs, institutional policies and practices, and products, we will be able to better advise the nation on the most complex issues facing society and the world.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
It is the policy of the National Academies to recruit, hire, transfer, compensate, and promote people in all job categories and to administer all other personnel actions, terms and conditions of employment in a manner that is consistent with equal employment, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, medical condition for which a person has been rehabilitated or cured, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, political affiliation, personal appearance, matriculation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
It is also the institution's policy to recruit, hire, promote, and provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and covered veterans who are otherwise qualified.
Any qualification to be considered equivalent, in lieu of stated minimum, requires the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Some functions in this description may be specific to a particular unit of the National Academies and not applicable to other units.
Job Family:PROG
Employee Type:
Employee
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
City/State:
Washington, District of Columbia