Senior Program Officer/Director, Global Nuclear Policy Program (GNPP)

NTI – a nonprofit, nonpartisan global security organization focused on reducing nuclear, biological, and emerging technology threats imperiling humanity – is seeking a Senior Program Officer or Director (title to be determined based on candidate experience) to join the Global Nuclear Policy Program (GNPP) team.

GNPP works to reduce nuclear risks arising from multipolar geopolitical rivalries, rapid technological change, a breakdown in diplomatic engagement, and weakening global institutions. Our team combines deep subject matter expertise, an unparalleled international network, and a practical approach to solving real world problems. We engage the full range of stakeholders and start the tough and detailed conversations governments aren’t having. Through dialogue and strategic partnerships with governments, experts, and leaders around the world, GNPP turns policy ideas into actionable solutions to reduce the risk of use of nuclear weapons.

This position reports to the Vice President for the Global Nuclear Policy Program. This is a full-time hybrid position, working a minimum of three days a week in our Washington, DC office.

This selected candidate will support, coordinate, and implement GNPP efforts to reduce nuclear risks worldwide. The candidate will play a leading role in shaping NTI’s analysis and policy development related to nuclear policy issues and help design and execute the organization’s nuclear policy-related outreach to Congress. This will include:

• Developing and implementing activities related to promoting policies and postures that reduce nuclear risks, promote security and stability, and prevent the spread of nuclear weapons.
• Tracking policy developments and U.S. and foreign government activities and initiatives relevant to the work of GNPP.
• Representing NTI in meetings with government officials, at professional conferences, and in international diplomatic meetings.
• Serving as a key contributor to cross-program work on developing and implementing effective strategies for advancing NTI nuclear policy priorities in Congress.
• Collaborating with NTI’s Communications program to translate complex subject matter into accessible content for varied audiences through op-eds, blog posts, social media content, talking points, and other outreach materials, while contributing to NTI’s external visibility and thought leadership.
• Conducting outreach to governments, partner organizations, and other stakeholders to identify and capitalize on opportunities to cooperate to advance NTI objectives.
• Planning and implementing GNPP program activities, including establishing milestones, mitigating project risks, and other project management responsibilities.
• Planning and coordinating domestic and international meetings and events, including overseeing logistical arrangements.
• Assisting with preparation and management of grant proposals and reports.
• Providing support to other GNPP and NTI projects, as needed.

What are the requirements for the position? Preferred candidates will have:

• A bachelors’ degree, masters preferred, in a relevant field (e.g., international relations/affairs, political science, or a related field) and
• At least 6-8 years of relevant experience in government, U.S. Congress, the non-profit or private sector, or an international organization.

What would make you stand out?

• You have demonstrated knowledge of U.S. nuclear policies and postures, arms control, and/or the policy formation and/or budget process in the executive branch.
• You have experience either in, or working directly with, the legislative branch, on nuclear issues.
• You can demonstrate tangible examples of influencing global nuclear security policies and ideas related to nuclear deterrence, risk reduction, arms control, and/or nonproliferation.
• You are familiar with Russian and/or Chinese nuclear policies and postures and/or Euro-Atlantic and Asia-Pacific regional security issues.
• You have strong written and oral communication skills and a proven track record of effective policy analysis and advocacy.
• You have experience across communications channels—from social media and video to public speaking and events—and want to build visibility for your work and for NTI.
• You have demonstrated capacity to think creatively and develop and execute new, innovative projects and can juggle multiple projects with competing demands and overlapping deadlines.
• You have strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

This position will require some domestic and international travel.

Hiring pay range: $127,300 - $172,000, dependent on hiring title and prior experience. This position is eligible for health insurance benefits, as well as other generous benefits that are part of the NTI compensation package.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.

The position will remain open until filled. Early application is encouraged.

NTI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of all backgrounds and identities to apply. All applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, credit information, homeless status, status as a victim or family member of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking, or any other quality or circumstance protected by Federal or D.C. law.