Strategic Engagement Specialist

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The Center for Security and Emerging Technology at Georgetown University (CSET) is seeking applications for a Strategic Engagement Specialist to advance CSET’s development goals through cultivating relationships with strategic stakeholders, preparing funding requests, and providing critical administrative support. 

CSET is a 100% grant and gift funded research organization at Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service. We focus on studying the security impacts of emerging technologies, supporting academic work in security and technology studies, and delivering nonpartisan analysis to technologists and policymakers. CSET currently focuses on artificial intelligence, advanced computing and biotechnology.

Responsibilities

The Strategic Engagement Specialist will report to the Director of Communications and Strategic Engagement and will be responsible for:

  • Serving as a thought partner to the Director of Communications and Strategic Engagement and strategic engagement team in creating and implementing CSET’s development strategy;
  • Managing CSET’s target audience database and interactions, which will include overseeing the implementation of a new CRM system and maintaining accurate, up-to-date data entries;
  • Cultivating relationships with current and new strategic stakeholders to maximize financial support and long-term engagement;
  • Overseeing the development and execution of funding proposals, applications, and agreements;
  • Helping create and manage fundraising collateral;
  • Supporting a range of communication efforts, including social media, to maximize financial support and long-term engagement;
  • Assisting in planning and executing events to support CSET development goals;
  • Assisting Director of Communications and Strategic Engagement with other administrative processes that support development aims;
  • Monitoring trends and developments in AI, ML, biotechnology, and national security policy;
  • Contributing to CSET’s organizational development, including internal working groups, seminars, and discussions; and supporting and mentoring colleagues;
  • Upholding CSET’s mission, values and culture; and
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree;
  • At least three years of experience in a development role;
  • Experience with donor management and relationship-building software tools; 
  • Exceptional organizational skills; ability to efficiently manage tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and consistently meet deadlines;   
  • Proven track record of optimizing resources and enhancing workflow efficiency;
  • Proficiency with office productivity tools such as Google Suite or Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Ability to work successfully in a collaborative matrixed/multi-disciplinary environment;
  • Motivated, enthusiastic, intellectually curious and self-driven; 
  • Alignment with CSET’s mission, values and culture; and
  • Ability to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

This position is based in the United States and offers no relocation assistance. This position is not eligible for a specialty-occupation sponsorship and, accordingly, this position requires that all applicants be legally eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship from Georgetown University.

The Strategic Engagement Specialist can expect to earn between $72,000-$80,000 annually, commensurate with experience, and have access to Georgetown’s generous benefits package.

This position is designated as hybrid, which means candidates will be expected to work from CSET’s D.C. office at least 2-3 days per week.

Application Instructions:
Please note that we only consider complete applications, which include:

  • Resume/CV
  • Cover Letter that addresses the following:
    • Why are you interested in CSET and this role, specifically?

We encourage anyone interested in contributing to CSET’s mission through this role to submit an application, even those unsure of their candidacy. 

APPLY HERE by Monday, June 24th, 2024.

If you have any questions with regard to completing your application, please email csetcareers@georgetown.edu