Social Science Research Council

Position Title/Short Description

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The Social Science Research Council (SSRC) is an independent, international, nonprofit organization devoted to the advancement of interdisciplinary research in the social sciences and related disciplines through a wide variety of workshops and conferences, fellowships and grants, scholarly exchanges, research, and publications.

The SSRC seeks to hire a Program Director to play a leadership role in launching and guiding the new Abundance Academic Network (AAN) program, a multi-disciplinary academic community focused on improving government capacity in the United States and laying the foundation for strong, equitable, and sustainable economic growth. The Program Director will oversee the design and execution of the network’s strategy, lead fundraising efforts, and manage engagement with researchers, funders, policymakers, and advisory board members.

Qualifications

● PhD in the social sciences required.

● Significant experience (7+ years) in public policy, public interest technology, philanthropy, or related sectors.

● Demonstrated success in designing and managing multi-stakeholder initiatives with research, funding, and program components.

● Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.

● Experience with grantmaking, program operations, and fundraising preferred.

● Proven ability to bridge research, policy, and practice.

Annual salary range for this position is $120,000 - $130,000, commensurate with experience. For full job description, visit https://www.ssrc.org/employment/