Associate Director, Workforce Innovation and Policy

4 weeks ago

Washington DC USA, United States The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) Full time
Job Title: Associate Director, Workforce Innovation and Policy

The Manufacturing Institute is a 501(c)3 nonprofit workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers. Our mission is to inspire, educate, and empower the manufacturing workforce of today and tomorrow. We support all American workers, including emerging workers, women, veterans, and students, through skilled training programs, community building, and career growth.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an Associate Director, Workforce Innovation and Policy, to join our Workforce Innovation team. The successful candidate will provide support for new and existing projects and initiatives, using various systems, tools, and resources to drive results. This role will lead in creating, planning, and executing convenings, webinars, and conferences, and will communicate and collaborate with external partners, including employers, non-profits, education institutions, and government agencies.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the execution of key deliverables to stakeholders and partners, as related to the Workforce Innovation team's portfolio of projects.
  • Develop reports, collateral, toolkits, and social media content, as needed.
  • Drive collaboration with other programs and related activities under the MI Workforce Innovation portfolio, including badging, credentialing, and skills-based hiring initiatives.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key policymakers and stakeholders, monitoring legislative and regulatory development, and developing advocacy strategies based on the needs of the manufacturing sector.
Requirements:
  • Experience in workforce development and the federal government (either legislative or executive branches).
  • A bachelor's degree, preferably in a field related to this work.
  • Five to seven years of work history, preferably with experience in any of the following areas: education and workforce development policy, building and supporting training models for industry, experience with industry sector partnership development.
  • Possess a strong interest and understanding of the political landscape, policy process, education and workforce policy issues, and advocacy strategies.
  • Awesome organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
  • A willingness to learn new skills, tools, and processes.
  • A continuous improvement mindset.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive pay and annual performance-based bonus programs.
  • An outstanding benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, SmarTrip, and a 401(k) Salary Deferral plan with employer match and contributions.
  • Vacation and sick leave.
  • Complimentary on-site gym access and healthy snacks in the break room.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about workforce development and innovation, and have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply.

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