Board Relations & Special Projects Manager

About The Kennedy Center

"I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, willbe remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for ourcontribution to the human spirit."- President John F. Kennedy

The Kennedy Center is the nation's cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.

At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work.We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community.The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.

Mission Statement:As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.

Why Join Us

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employeesincluding:

• Staff offers for discount tickets
• Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment)
• Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)
• Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA
• Flexible work arrangements
• We like to have fun! Check out theKennedy Center National Dance Day 2024staff video!

Job Description

The Manager of Board Relations & Special Projects supports the successful execution of Kennedy Center board and staff meetings and communications; collaborating with leadership and facilitating effective communications across the Center driven by internal focus on staff communications, leadership meetings and prioritization of tasks. Includes support to the President for internal and external projects and stewardship; support for President's role in events and speaking engagements; active management and support for strategic planning activities and other special projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees planning, communication and engagement for JFKC board activities to both board and staff
• Oversees planning, communication and engagement for Staff meetings and communications
• Provides support to President on Institutional Priorities & Strategic Initiatives creation/monitoring/staff communication.
• Attends Office of the President (OOP) meetings, maintains confidential meeting minutes, solicits President approval and distributes to OOP in timely fashion
• Provides ongoing support to President-connected projects andspeaking engagements. Managing special projects as needed and tracking progress throughout the institution
• Provides ongoing effective leadership communicating priorities and deliverables
• Facilitate Kennedy Center Town Halls and other key internal initiatives
• Supports the VP Strategic Communications in ensuring the President is represented and communicates on her behalf to internal and external stakeholders. Supports the President's EA to acts as the liaison/POC between President and other executives particular with VP, Government Relations, clients, Capitol Hill outreach and stakeholders to ensure consistent communication and ensuring involvement or decision-making at the proper time
• Collaborates with development on coordination of President's campaign logistics including staffing President at events on and off campus as needed.
• Works with President's EA on schedule management and prioritization
• Participates on behalf of the President's office in all DEIAB activities, Mix Masters and technology implementations
• Maintains accurate confidential files and data records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an applicable position, preferably in nonprofit board governance
• Strategic thinker who can lead and incubate projects
• Experience delivering high-stakes strategic recommendations to Senior Executive audiences
• Strong written, oral and presentation communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex projects with tight timelines
• Excellent knowledge of business operations, corporate development and strategy
• Strong project reporting skills, with a focus on interdepartmental communication
• Consulting experience with a focus on operations management