Program Coordinator, Diplomatic Outreach
Washington, DC
Full Time
Mid Level
Title: Program Coordinator, Diplomatic Outreach
Reports to: Vice President, Davis Institute For National Security and Foreign Policy
Job Summary: The Program Coordinator manages international projects, meetings, travel, initiatives, and contacts across the Davis Institute and Heritage Enterprise, and organizes and executes high-impact public and private events, collaborating with the diplomatic community, public policy partners, and international media. The ideal candidate delivers results with precision and efficiency, exhibits excellent customer service, and possesses a strong work ethic.
Job Duties:
Qualifications:
Benefits and Salary:
The Heritage Foundation offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, best-in-class health care, vision, and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement funding, “take what you need” PTO and sick leave, 14 weeks of paid leave for new moms and 6 weeks of paid leave for new dads, among other programs.
The salary range for this role is $60,000 - $70,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate, and the final salary offered to a selected candidate depends on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, and other qualifications; internal and external market pay for comparable jobs; and level of hire based on aforementioned qualifications.
Reports to: Vice President, Davis Institute For National Security and Foreign Policy
Job Summary: The Program Coordinator manages international projects, meetings, travel, initiatives, and contacts across the Davis Institute and Heritage Enterprise, and organizes and executes high-impact public and private events, collaborating with the diplomatic community, public policy partners, and international media. The ideal candidate delivers results with precision and efficiency, exhibits excellent customer service, and possesses a strong work ethic.
Job Duties:
- Organize and manage private and public programs involving the Washington diplomatic community, public policy partners, and international media for the Davis Institute.
- Build and maintain a network of international contacts on behalf of the Davis Institute to advance key departmental and Heritage-wide goals.
- Assist in cultivating the Davis Institute’s relationships with partners in the public policy community and conservative movement.
- Serve as liaison between the diplomatic corps and foreign interlocutors (think tanks, embassies, Chambers of Commerce) and key Heritage stakeholders.
- Maintain relationships with key embassies to communicate and advance Heritage perspectives and objectives.
- Track and maintain awareness of Heritage international engagements outside the Davis Institute.
- Track international travel for the Davis Institute and maintain awareness of Heritage international travel across the enterprise.
- Assist with event programs and programming, including coordinating with external stakeholders.
- Engage in research and writing support, as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience; basic knowledge of global issues, protocol, and diplomatic sensitivities
Communication: Strong writing and verbal skills in English; fluency or proficiency in foreign language preferred
Technology: Microsoft SuiteOther Requirements:
- Understands and supports the Heritage mission and vision for America, and the department’s goals and objectives.
- Promote policies consistent with Heritage’s priorities; speak with one voice.
- Possesses excellent organizational, planning, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- Exercises initiative, within mission and established policies, to achieve assigned objectives.
- Succinct, professional, and grammatically correct written correspondence skills.
- Exceptional teamwork and customer service skills.
- Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Benefits and Salary:
The Heritage Foundation offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, best-in-class health care, vision, and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement funding, “take what you need” PTO and sick leave, 14 weeks of paid leave for new moms and 6 weeks of paid leave for new dads, among other programs.
The salary range for this role is $60,000 - $70,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate, and the final salary offered to a selected candidate depends on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, and other qualifications; internal and external market pay for comparable jobs; and level of hire based on aforementioned qualifications.
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