Program Manager

The Aspen Institute

. Lead and manage all projects pertaining to the Rising Leaders Program, including the application cycle, policy paper editing and publication process, and virtual and in-person programming with experts .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management capabilities, including planning, execution, and oversight of programs related to U.S. foreign policy and national security. Proficient in communication, writing, and organizational skills, with a keen attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

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Project ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsEvent Logistics ManagementResearch and Writing

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementWritingEditingResearchEvent Planning

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingTime ManagementFlexibility

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IContactWordPressFormAssemblyCanva

Industry Keywords

U.S. Foreign PolicyNational SecurityProgram DocumentationAlumni ProgrammingPolicy Paper Editing

Tech Stack

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WordPress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage all projects pertaining to the Rising Leaders Program, including the application cycle, policy paper editing and publication process, and virtual and in-person programming with experts
Plan and execute Rising Leaders Program alumni programming and events throughout the year
Develop processes and lead the launch of the Albright International Leaders Program, including recruitment, promotion, application and selection processes, and programming oversight
Establish and maintain organized systems for program documentation, records, procedures, and operational materials
Provide programmatic, administrative, and logistical support across the Aspen Strategy Group portfolio, including the Rising Leaders Program, Albright International Leaders Program, ASG Summer Workshop, Aspen Security Forum, and track II dialogues
Draft external correspondence for meeting participants and outside stakeholders
Translate broad objectives into actionable plans, establish priorities, manage competing deadlines, and ensure critical tasks move forward
Assist in writing and proofreading meeting materials, grant proposals and reports, and summary documents
Conduct background research, attend sessions, and take substantive notes
Manage logistics for conferences and events, including application materials, tracking processes, RSVP lists, contracts, and BEOs
Contribute to and edit the Weekly Leaf newsletter

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
Master’s degree in a relevant field (International Relations, Political Science, etc.) strongly preferred
Long-term interest in working in U.S. foreign policy and national security strongly preferred
Minimum 5+ years of professional experience
Meticulous attention to detail
Excellent communication, writing, editing, and organizational skills
Ability to collaborate effectively and work as a team player within a small-team environment
Ability to multi-task and take initiative in problem-solving
Strong work ethic and excellent time-management skills
Keen understanding of protocol
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
Ability to work well under pressure, handle stress, be comfortable with ambiguity, and manage competing demands/priorities
Proficiency with, or easy ability to learn, iContact, WordPress, FormAssembly, Canva, etc.
Desire to learn, sense of humor, creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Prescription benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave
Flexible remote work for the balance of time after being in-person with colleagues a minimum of 40% of the time