Program Assistant

• Assist with recruitment efforts for the Academy, organizing and executing outreach, reviewing applications, corresponding with applicants, and managing contracts.
• Manage weekly operations for select Academy programs, including taking attendance, tracking participation and accomplishments, managing electronic filing and contact systems, and collecting assignments.
• Process invoices, expenses, reimbursements, and payments for services for Academy vendors and speakers.
• Serve as the first point of contact for outside inquiries. Handle written, telephone, and web requests for information.

This role helps empower citizens to have a say in decisions that affect them by supporting programs that equip people across sectors with skills to shape critical policy efforts, building an America where everyone is engaged in the democratic process.

• HS Diploma + 1-2 years’ experience, bachelor’s preferred.
• Passion for operations work and strong attention to detail.
• Strong, demonstrable writing, editing, and professional communications skills.
• Strong interest in and passion for policy work.

The Aspen Institute offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, and prescription benefits, retirement benefits, and paid leave. Salary range: $60,000 – $65,000.

The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society, driving change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most critical challenges facing communities in the United States and around the world.