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The Aspen Institute

The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Founded in 1949, the Institute drives change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most important challenges facing the United States and the world. Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Institute has a campus in Aspen, Colorado, an office in New York, and an international network of partners.

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Socrates Program

The Aspen Institute Socrates Program provides a forum for emerging leaders from various professions to convene and explore contemporary issues through expert-moderated dialogue. Socrates also provides the opportunity for participants to enter into a diverse professional network, and into the broader range of the Aspen Institute's programs.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Aspen Institute Socrates Program seeks a highly organized, adaptable, and detail-oriented Program Coordinator to assist with the production of seminar reading materials, logistics and planning of seminars, and communications and marketing. The position requires a strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and a passion for learning.

The Program Coordinator works directly with the Associate Director and Executive Director of the Socrates Program. The salary range for this role is $50,000 - $60,000. In accordance with our Reimagining Work policy, the ?Program Coordinator should be willing to be in-person with colleagues a minimum of 40% of the time while having the flexibility to work remotely for the balance. The preference is for this role to work out of the NYC office, but DC located candidates are also welcome to apply.


WHAT YOU WILL DO

Reading Production

• Work with Socrates Program moderators to develop a seminar reading list, which includes, but is not limited to: research, editing, proofreading, layout, and obtaining copyright permissions

• Compile all readings into designed and bound PDFs and/or printed materials for participants and moderators

• Troubleshoot any related problems

Communications

• Develop marketing materials, newsletter, and social media content

• Maintain department website

• Draft emails to Socrates participants and alumni

Program Support

• Prepare and summarize Socrates seminar evaluation reports

• Draft expense and reimbursement requests

• Provides file management and phone and email support as needed

• Assist in processing contracts

• Support the smooth execution of high-quality presentations, press announcements, and other events, including printing, assembling, shipping and organizing materials

• Assist with the booking of travel of moderators and participants

• Work with donors and vendors

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO THRIVE

• Bachelor's degree and 1 year of relevant experience, or high school diploma with 3-5 years experience required

• Demonstrated excellence in writing and analytic ability

• Experience engaging with multiple stakeholders

• Previous experience with social media and communications

• Strong interest in the work and mission of the Aspen Institute and the ability to represent the organization externally

• Excellent writing skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with team

• Must be able to exercise good judgment

HOW TO APPLY

All interested applicants must submit the following:

1. A one-page cover letter. Cover letter should highlight the applicant's specific qualifications for this position. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

2. Resume/CV.

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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