Program Associate, Operations and Impact

The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. The Aspen Economic Strategy Group is seeking a Program Associate who will manage engagement with members, produce newsletters, and provide logistical support for program operations.ResponsibilitiesDetermine and execute a plan of action for the public release of program content, including the launch of the program’s annual volume of policy papers, maximizing reach among the group’s target audiencesManage AESG content calendar, including schedule of newsletter, social media posts, email campaigns, blog posts, op-eds, etcDraft blog and social media posts that summarize complex economic topics and papers from the AESG’s content libraryDistill and communicate existing work into digestible policy lessons for policymakers and pitches for journalistsProduce promotional campaigns for events, papers, and annual policy volumeLiaise with graphic designer to develop visual content for campaigns, social media graphics, book covers, etcManage the AESG website (WordPress) and liaise with contractors to support site maintenanceProduce regular member newsletterCollect and summarize AESG member writings and contributions to current economic policy debates for weekly distribution to AESG membersOrganize occasional member-only virtual meetingsManage program contact databaseManage the creation and development of meeting and event materials, including agendas, organizational materials, invitations, and design elementsManage creation of annual impact report and draft donor acknowledgementsOrganize annual meeting materials (agendas, participant lists, bio books)Support senior meeting consultant by executing various tasks related to annual member meetingSupervise summer internOrganize and schedule program-related calls and meetings among program staff and principals (co-chairs, members, and/or commissioned authors)Make office space reservations at Aspen Institute Washington DC officesProcess vendor payments and program expensesFacilitate principals’ expense reimbursementsSkillsB.A. degree in economics, public affairs, or related fieldMinimum of 1-3 years of relevant professional experienceStrong writing skills with a proven ability to distill and summarize complex topics into accessible proseExperience working with principals and their staff, such as senior business executives or elected officialsExperience with operational systems (including Google Workspace, Microsoft Office) and design programs (such as Canva and Adobe Suite)Strong written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated interest in US economic policyAbility to handle sensitive information with discretionOrganized and detail-orientedAdept at meeting deadlines and exhibiting grace under pressureAbility to handle multiple tasks, shift priorities quickly, and adapt to a changing environmentStrong orientation towards collaboration and problem-solving in a small team environment, including the ability to flex between different types of tasks as neededExperience with cloud-based communications software and platforms (Mailchimp, Zoom, etc.)A desire to learn, a sense of humor, flexibility, and resourcefulnessBenefitsHealth, dental, vision, and prescription benefitsRetirement benefitsPaid leaveCompany OverviewOur Purpose: We ignite human potential to build understanding and create new possibilities for a better world. It was founded in 2023, and is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.aspeninstitute.org/programs/digital-equity-accelerator.



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