The Guttmacher Institute is seeking a dynamic Senior Administrative Assistant to support the Communications & Publications Division broadly, and the Vice President specifically, in achieving the organization’s mission. The Senior Administrative Assistant is responsible for supporting the Division’s senior leadership in the effective execution of key internal and external priorities, including organizational management, strategic and programmatic oversight, networking, Board engagement and representing the Institute to a range of external audiences. The position includes significant administrative and representational components, and serves as a liaison between Division leadership and a variety of individuals and institutions. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects and activities simultaneously, and have the analytical skills to digest and interpret information quickly, all while learning and growing in this exciting role. Commitment to completion of tasks efficiently and at a high level of quality is a must.

Reporting to the Executive Vice President (EVP), the Executive Assistant will work in collaboration with the Special Assistant to provide administrative support to the executive office, which includes the President, EVP, and the Distinguished Scholar. The EA will have primary responsibility for all administrative activities including calendar management, travel management, routine correspondence, phone and email support, project support, and meeting coordination. The EA will also serve as liaison between the executive office and a variety of audiences, including divisional vice presidents, staff across the Institute, grant-makers, reporters, vendors and peers in external organizations. 

The Senior Global Communications Manager is a key part of Guttmacher’s communications team, working both independently and collaboratively to develop and implement strategies to maximize the reach of Guttmacher’s international research. This position oversees the day-to-day operations of the global dissemination program as well as the creation of a wide range of traditional and digital materials designed to communicate the Institute’s work to key audiences, including media, policymakers, advocates and service providers at country, regional and global levels. The Senior Global Communications Manager also serves as the primary liaison with the Institute’s in-country communications partners. This position manages two mid-level communications managers and is responsible for the resource planning, budget management, and development support for international research proposals. 

Reporting to the Director of Institutional Giving, the Senior Development Associate plays a key role in mobilizing financial resources to support Guttmacher’s strategic objectives. This individual’s primary focus is raising funds to support the Institute’s U.S.-focused activities and projects. The Senior Development Associate will write and edit grant proposals and reports; conduct research to identify prospective donors; cultivate relationships with representatives of private foundations; and play a key role in developing and implementing Guttmacher’s institutional fundraising strategy.