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Associate Director, Feeding Change
$103k-144k (estimate)
Full Time
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Milken Institute is Hiring an Associate Director, Feeding Change Near Washington, DC
About The Milken InstituteThe Milken Institute is a globally minded, publicly supported, non-partisan, and nonprofit think tank headquartered in Santa Monica, with offices in Washington, DC, New York, London, Abu Dhabi, and Singapore. For the past three decades, the Milken Institute has served as a catalyst for practical, scalable solutions to global challenges by connecting human, financial, and educational resources to those who need them. Guided by a conviction that the best ideas, under-resourced, cannot succeed, we conduct research and analysis and convene top experts, innovators, and influencers from different backgrounds and competing viewpoints. We leverage this expertise and insight to construct programs and policy initiatives. These activities are designed to help people build meaningful lives, in which they can experience health and well-being, pursue effective education and gainful employment, and access the resources required to create ever-expanding opportunities for themselves and their broader communities.
The Milken Institute’s events and programmatic activities, involve the exchange of ideas with leaders from around the world. The Institute hosts more than 200 events each year, with our annual flagship event, Global Conference, bringing together 4,500 participants from around the world, featuring more than 900 speakers throughout 200 sessions over the course of the event.
Milken Institute Health bridges innovation gaps across the health-care continuum to advance whole-person health throughout the life span by improving healthy aging, public health, biomedical science, and food systems.
Feeding Change activates social and financial capital, engages policymakers and industry leaders, and convenes key stakeholders to catalyze a more nutritious, sustainable, resilient, and equitable food system. Sitting at the intersection of issues impacting finance and health, Feeding Change is uniquely positioned to transform food systems and achieve better health outcomes. We curate conversations with thought leaders on food systems transformation by convening top global CEOs, entrepreneurs, investors, academics, philanthropists, community-based organizations, and policymakers to accelerate progress toward our goals.
About The PositionThe Associate Director for Feeding Change will apply exemplary analysis, project management, and communication skills to drive the development and execution of an array of program deliverables from concept to completion, including amplification to targeted external audiences. This position reports to the Senior Director of Feeding Change
Role Objectives
Note We are interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. Please note, we are not sponsoring visas at this time, being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.
This position will work a hybrid schedule consisting of three (3) days per week reporting in-person to the respective office location (Tuesday – Thursday), with the remaining two (2) days working remotely. Please understand, this schedule is subject to change in the Institute’s sole discretion.
The statements herein are intended to describe the overall nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Please submit resume and cover letter illustrating how your experience and skills will contribute to the department and any unique qualities you bring to the position. If applying via Indeed, please upload your resume and any supporting documentation as one attachment. Any application that does not include both a resume and cover letter will be rejected. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact our Human Resources department to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.
Our Culture The Milken Institute is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.
Every person at the Milken Institute is treated with respect, supported with resources and training, and exposed to a broad range of experiences. We foster a space for growth with opportunities to share knowledge and passion with both clients and colleagues. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our leadership is actively involved in our commitment to diversity and inclusion, and fostering a culture that creates opportunities for everyone.
Benefits
The Milken Institute’s events and programmatic activities, involve the exchange of ideas with leaders from around the world. The Institute hosts more than 200 events each year, with our annual flagship event, Global Conference, bringing together 4,500 participants from around the world, featuring more than 900 speakers throughout 200 sessions over the course of the event.
Milken Institute Health bridges innovation gaps across the health-care continuum to advance whole-person health throughout the life span by improving healthy aging, public health, biomedical science, and food systems.
Feeding Change activates social and financial capital, engages policymakers and industry leaders, and convenes key stakeholders to catalyze a more nutritious, sustainable, resilient, and equitable food system. Sitting at the intersection of issues impacting finance and health, Feeding Change is uniquely positioned to transform food systems and achieve better health outcomes. We curate conversations with thought leaders on food systems transformation by convening top global CEOs, entrepreneurs, investors, academics, philanthropists, community-based organizations, and policymakers to accelerate progress toward our goals.
About The PositionThe Associate Director for Feeding Change will apply exemplary analysis, project management, and communication skills to drive the development and execution of an array of program deliverables from concept to completion, including amplification to targeted external audiences. This position reports to the Senior Director of Feeding Change
Role Objectives
- Project Management 40%
- Oversees day-to-day execution of the project work plan including managing timelines, work plans, deliverables and stakeholder engagement to ensure timeliness and completeness of tasks
- Oversee and support content as it relates Feeding Change projects, programming, private roundtables, meetings, workshops, and/or Labs
- Contributes significant content expertise throughout project workflow (e.g., planning, outputs)
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to support Feeding Change projects
- Support Associates, and Sr. Associates in the execution of projects and deliverables
- Research & Writing : 40% FTE
- Lead and support the development of a range of written products, including funded reports, white papers, action and issue briefs, research summaries, grant applications, reports, concept notes, proposals, blog posts, and slide decks.
- Conducting background research to guide panel content development and framing
- Conducting literature reviews, including both academic and grey literature, to guide research projects
- Ensure that all reports are complete, well-written, and reviewed by relevant internal and external stakeholders
- Identifies trends and emerging areas in the field, as well as suggests those that could be integrated into portfolio
- Communications: 15%
- Serve as Feeding Change lead on communications including developing messaging and content for the website, social media, and for all communication channels
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders on consistent messaging and communication strategies and deliverables
- Facilitate, moderate, and/or present on Food Systems and Feeding Change content areas as needed
- Administrative Support: 5% FTE
- Support Feeding Change with programmatic and administrative assistance including scheduling, notetaking, formatting, copy-editing, creating PowerPoint decks and other visuals, and managing Excel spreadsheets and other duties as assigned
- Research, synthesize, and coordinate the writing of reports, policy & issue briefs, key collateral, and other communication materials
- Provide oversight and support for Feeding Change’s programming including Global Conference, Future of Health Summit and other events
- Manage a broad array of activities throughout a project cycle including partner interviews and engagement, survey development and implementation, thought leader cultivation, and roundtable facilitation.
- Conduct research and thematic analysis on Food Systems Issues to identify trends, system barriers, and policy opportunities to propel ecosystem change.
- Build relationships with external stakeholders including industry, government, non-profit, academia, philanthropy, and other influential leaders.
- Foster a supportive, inclusive, and creative work environment.
- Manage Feeding Change portfolio data within the Milken Institute’s existing systems (Salesforce, SharePoint, etc.)
- Advanced degree required (masters’ level or equivalent) with 6-8 years of work experience in the Food Systems sector.
- A proactive, highly organized, detail-oriented, and hard-working professional with excellent project management skills
- An excellent and fast writer with a strong copyedit skillset
- Multitasker able to handle complex projects in a fast-paced environment, requiring the ability to effectively prioritize and respond promptly to internal and external communications
- Motivated self-starter displaying high productivity and follow-through
- Team-oriented individual who seeks out tasks when work is completed
- Detail-oriented and flexible problem solver who can synthesize diverse streams of information and switch comfortably between academic and real-world thinking.
- Roll-up-your-sleeves executer that is comfortable with engaging in new and nebulous projects which will include developing an approach upfront while constantly refining along.
- Comfortable public speaking, either in small meeting settings or for large audiences
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Salesforce (desired)
Note We are interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. Please note, we are not sponsoring visas at this time, being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.
This position will work a hybrid schedule consisting of three (3) days per week reporting in-person to the respective office location (Tuesday – Thursday), with the remaining two (2) days working remotely. Please understand, this schedule is subject to change in the Institute’s sole discretion.
The statements herein are intended to describe the overall nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Please submit resume and cover letter illustrating how your experience and skills will contribute to the department and any unique qualities you bring to the position. If applying via Indeed, please upload your resume and any supporting documentation as one attachment. Any application that does not include both a resume and cover letter will be rejected. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact our Human Resources department to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.
Our Culture The Milken Institute is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.
Every person at the Milken Institute is treated with respect, supported with resources and training, and exposed to a broad range of experiences. We foster a space for growth with opportunities to share knowledge and passion with both clients and colleagues. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our leadership is actively involved in our commitment to diversity and inclusion, and fostering a culture that creates opportunities for everyone.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan - 403b (5%)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity & Paternity)
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)
- Training & Development:
- LinkedIn Learning – over 15,000 self-guided classes offered
- Mentor Program
- Wellness Resources:
- Employee Assistance Program
- CALM app membership
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$103k-144k (estimate)
POST DATE
09/08/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
10/03/2024
WEBSITE
milkeninstitute.org
HEADQUARTERS
Santa Monica, CA
SIZE
200 - 500
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