Policy and Program Manager

North Carolina State University, United States

Updated: 12 days ago
Location: Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Information


Posting Number PG193315EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Policy and Program Manager
Anticipated Hiring Range $63,000 - $70,000
Work Schedule 8 AM to 5 PM occasional work outside normal working hours (weekends and after hour events)
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Institute for Emerging Issues
About the Department
The Institute for Emerging Issues (IEI) at NC State University is committed to enhancing North Carolina’s long-term prosperity. Our collaborative approach brings together diverse groups from across the state to find consensus-based solutions to critical questions concerning economic development, education, healthcare, and the environment.
Since 1986, our annual Emerging Issues Forum has brought together national leaders and stakeholders to foster new collaborations and catalyze collective action for increased social and economic well-being. At IEI, we recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and viewpoints are essential to our mission. We strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable learning and working environment that values and celebrates differences.
Join us at IEI and be part of a community of leaders, thinkers, and doers who are committed to finding solutions to the most pressing issues facing North Carolina. Together, we can create a brighter future for all.
Essential Job Duties
IEI is seeking an energetic and adaptive team member to support IEl’s efforts to shape statewide and local policies and programs that help achieve a more vibrant and economically competitive North Carolina. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working collaboratively in a team, learning about issues from a broad array of perspectives, and creatively considering solutions that benefit our state. We seek someone comfortable with creating new programs, testing them, and adapting as necessary to achieve results.
A candidate will thrive in this role if they enjoy being challenged by complex issues, welcome collaborative and constructive feedback from partners and peers, are productive in a fast-paced environment, are genuinely interested in meeting new people, and are committed to making a difference in the lives of North Carolinians. One of the key functions of this position is shaping the annual Emerging Issues Forum and related program of work.
On an ongoing basis, this position will:
  • Co-create the Emerging Issue Forum agenda and multi-year program of work, including identifying, inviting, and prepping speakers.
  • Lead research/information collection and stakeholder engagement to frame issues and identify major programmatic themes for the issues we take on.
  • Design convening agendas and facilitate conversations that create opportunities for stakeholders to share their expertise and experience with an issue to help shape our policy efforts.
  • Synthesize research findings to identify and recommend best practices and identify opportunities for policy and practice development at the state, local and regional levels.
  • Design and implement strategies that promote action in partnership with stakeholders and IEI staff.
  • Prepare informative communications (e.g., biogs, infographics, data briefs, reports, presentations) for both internal and external audiences; collaborate with the communications team to design and help integrate data into compelling formats.
  • Support efforts to secure resources, including grant writing, reporting and compliance with standards.
  • Write grant proposals to support program outcomes. Manage grants, budgets and comply with all reporting requirements.
  • Travel requirements (0-10%) and involves occasional work outside normal working hours (weekends and after-hour events).
  • Contribute to IEl’s ongoing projects and other tasks as necessary.
  • Periodically supervise student workers.
Other Responsibilities
Other work/Responsibilities
Travel requirements (0-10%) and involves occasional work outside normal working hours (weekends and after hour events)

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience
Required
  • Post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor’s degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.
  • Knowledge of the public policy process and a minimum of two years’ experience in public policy issues and program implementation.
  • Knowledge of North Carolina’s history, politics, and key stakeholders as they relate to economic and community development (broadly defined).
Other Required Qualifications
  • Excellent self-organization.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred skills
  • Ability to synthesize complex information and data in a timely manner and share it in a clear and compelling way.
  • A high comfort level with uncertainty/ambiguity.
  • Adaptability, iterating the development of work based on recent information and stakeholder feedback.
  • Ability to be productive in a fast-paced, highly visible environment with multiple priorities and a demonstrated capacity to operate at a high level of achievement with significant independence, confidence, and motivation.
  • Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, cross­
    cultural leadership competencies, sensitivity, humility, and empathy in working with stakeholders, coworkers, and the community.
  • Ability to creatively solve problems and critically assess and recommend
    opportunities related to the work.
  • Ability to facilitate conversations among stakeholders
  • Event planning and/or agenda development.
  • Ability to convene groups of stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Reliable transportation to the worksite and meetings/events across the state.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
A valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to the worksite, meetings, and events across the state.
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes
Commercial Driver's License required No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions


Job Open Date 04/01/2024
Anticipated Close Date April 21, 2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach a cover letter, resume/CV, contact information for three references, and a short writing sample (required).

Position Details


Position Number 00106332
Position Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID 371001 - Institute for Emerging Issues
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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