Project Manager, WPS Nation Action Plan Academy

Project Manager, WPS National Action Plan Academy

Organization Summary

PAX sapiens’ mission is to prevent predictable global catastrophes through the creation of new systems of collective coordination that build a more peaceful world. We do that through catalyzing coordination and collective action across the Philanthropic, Private, and Public sectors [P^3]. PAX works to mitigate systematic security risks and strengthen global systems of cooperation and common problem-solving. We do so with a long-term perspective, an empirical approach, and through [P^3] partnerships that bring non-state actors to the table alongside governments to collectively solve problems.

Our Secure Future: Women Make the Difference (OSF) is the D.C.-based program of PAX sapiens. The OSF mission is to strengthen the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) movement for more effective policy decision-making to create a more peaceful world. We envision a more just and peaceful future transformed by women’s full participation in all decision-making spaces. To learn more about OSF’s mission and work, visit our website at www.oursecurefuture.org or follow us on X at @oursecurefuture.

What is the WPS National Action Plan Academy?

OSF’s recently launched WPS National Action Plan Academy is focused on engaging countries and key policymakers to create and implement high-impact National Action Plans (NAPs) on WPS.

The WPS NAP Academy Has a Three-pronged Approach

• Regional Convening: The WPS NAP Academy partners with a regional or multilateral organization to convene a multi-country and multi-stakeholder workshop that builds regional understanding, solidarity, and skillset on WPS, resulting in a stronger regional capacity to develop and implement high-impact NAPs.
• Technical Assistance: Through close collaboration and relationship-building, the WPS NAP Academy provides targeted and country-specific technical assistance and guidance to support the development and implementation of high-impact NAPs.
• Thought Leadership: The WPS NAP Academy conducts policy research, outreach, and innovative programming to enable government officials to more effectively develop and implement high-impact NAPs.
  
  

Primary

OSF is seeking a Project Manager to support its WPS NAP Academy. We require a motivated self-starter who is passionate about peace and equality, able to work well in a small team, and has the savvy to turn obstacles into opportunities. This role is ideal for someone who is equally comfortable taking the lead role on projects, as well as willing to pitch in at all levels. The Project Manager is a new position in the OSF team. The Project Manager for the WPS NAP Academy will provide additional research and support to the broader OSF team as needed. OSF is a high energy, entrepreneurial, and highly collaborative environment. This position requires the ability to produce high quality results and work independently.

Reports To

OSF Associate Director

Job Type: Exempt, Full-time

Compensation

$93,500 to $99,000 annual salary

Benefits For Our US-based Employees Include

• 15 paid vacation days a year
• 8 paid holidays
• 10 days paid annual sick leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefit options for employees and family members
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid Work from Home/ In-office schedule
• Family Leave
• Professional Development Funds
• Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
  
  

Location:

This position is located in Washington, DC. The Project Manager will be expected to work out of our DC office location on a hybrid work schedule (90% remote).

Primary Responsibilities

• Act as the liaison with key partners. Under the direction of the Associate Director, manage communication with key partners and participating governments, including regular communication to build trusted relationships between partners, civil society and OSF.
• Proactively work with the Associate Director and partners to identify solutions to challenges, and track results on WPS National Action Plans.
• Work closely with the Associate Director to stand-up the WPS National Action Plan Academy operationally and strategically.
• Coordinate logistics and administration, and support with partners and mid-to-senior level policy decision-makers (USG, participating governments, etc.);
• Support original content development, training materials creation and delivery, curriculum development as needed under the direction of the Associate Director;
• Assist the OSF Associate Director and Vice President in NAP Academy meeting strategic objectives;
• Communications duties: contributing to research and writing, including producing web content, policy briefs, research reports, and other documents as needed to achieve the goals of this fast-paced program.
• Work with the OSF team to support OSF partnerships including logistics, event planning, administrative needs.
• Respond to support requests from participating NAP Academy countries as appropriate. This may include conducting research, developing curricula, coordinating consultations, etc.
• Assist with and conduct, facilitate, and produce original research in the form of policy briefs, research reports, blog posts, and other documents as needed using both primary and secondary sources.
• Conduct off-site advance work solo, or with a team as needed; work closely with official government agencies on the OSF WPS NAP Academy objectives under the direction of the Associate Director.
  
  

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills And Competences

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject (e.g., International Relations, Political Science, etc.). Master’s degree in relevant subject preferred.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience. Demonstrated experience conducting Women, Peace and Security-related training preferred.
• Passionate about equality and international peace and security issues, particularly Women, Peace and Security.
• Ability to thrive in high pressure environments. Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information and situations, demonstrating poise, tact and diplomacy with a positive attitude.
• Demonstrated experience managing competing deadlines.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Superb oral and written communication skills in English.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Suite, and other programs); willingness to learn new software to support the goal of the program.
  
  

At PAX sapiens, we celebrate diversity and welcome its benefits and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.