Vice President, Atlantic Council and Senior Director, Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security
$250,000–$300,000 year
On-siteWashington, District of Columbia, United States
Job Summary
Lead the Scowcroft Center's vision and programming to influence global security strategy and public debate. Recruit, manage, and develop a team of over 40 resident staff, initiative directors, and fellows while overseeing finances and administrative obligations. Expand the financial base by sustaining current support and pursuing new opportunities with corporations, governments, and foundations. Represent the Council externally with government and international actors, media, and donors to shape policy outcomes. Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the board while mentoring the next generation of global leaders.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree or equivalent combination of education and distinguished professional experience
- Successfully led a major national security organization or comparable policy enterprise
- Strong global network of security and defense experts across government, the private sector, and within global NGOs
- Established credibility with bipartisan senior policymakers and experience influencing U.S. or allied security strategy
- A proven track record of business development success with an entrepreneurial approach
- Demonstrated success securing seven-figure, transformational funding
- Managed complex budgets and large global, multidisciplinary teams
- Superb interpersonal skills and the ability to manage and mentor a large team, consisting of full-time employees and fellows, and works well with others from interns to senior officials
- Demonstrated commitment to developing high-performing, inclusive teams and mentoring emerging leaders from diverse backgrounds
Desired Qualifications
- Doctorate
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