Associate Manager, Institutional Programs

Description

• Title: Associate Manager, Institutional Programs

Employment Status: Exempt

• Salary: $57,750 - $65,000
• Supervisor Title: Senior Director, Institutional Programs
• Date Revised: September 2025

Summary Of Position:

The Associate Manager, Institutional Programs is responsible for implementing a wide range of programs that fall within Meridian’s development portfolio. The Associate Manager will serve as primary and secondary producer on salon dinners, forums, briefings, receptions and other formats as needed to service Meridian’s range of stakeholder groups, including the private sector, U.S. government, individual supporters, and diplomatic corps. 

This position is located in Washington D.C. and Meridian requires MD, DC, or VA residence for all employees. The position may work partially remotely until further notice. 

Position Responsibilities:

Implementation:

• Draft,      send and track programmatic correspondence including speaker invitations,      event invitations, confirmation emails and thank you notes. With support,      track and manage RSVP lists across multiple platforms (e.g., Salesforce,      Excel, Linvio), ensuring accuracy and follow-up.
• Support design      and day-of management and production of all programs (approx. 30 events      annually, primarily in-person with occasional hybrid or virtual) designed      and/or implemented by the Engagement, Growth, and Partnerships Team.  
• Oversee      program data and related event websites with accurate content including      event details, registration functionality, and post event summaries.      Assist in updating past event descriptions and stakeholder bios. 
• Coordinate      and liaise with Meridian Events team for logistics of programs. 
• Coordinate      with Meridian Communications team for collateral development, invitations,      social media content, etc.
• Support      outside-of-DC convening to build Meridian’s profile outside of our      nation’s capitol region

Delegations:

• Support for Meridian’s Global Insights      Delegations and forthcoming exchange programs with individual or      corporate-focused stakeholders, including budgeting, program design,      resource identification and outreach, and enrollment 

Business Development:

• Support in development and outreach for      sponsorships and partner initiatives, including Social Secretaries      reception, Welcome to Washington, and similar types of programs 

Network Engagement

• Lead designer of Meridian Salons network      engagement tools, to include quarterly convenings and routine meetings      among the group’s leadership
• Contribute substantively towards      development of key networks and audiences across Meridian’s programs,      including research, attendance at relevant programs, and cultivation      activities 
• Engage with a distinct set of embassies      in Washington, DC, serving as the primary relationship manager. 

Administrative/Other:

• General Salesforce usage and list maintenance. 
• Cultivation of networks—Engagement with embassies and the private sector, building up your personal network and Meridian’s network.
• Responsible for completing all      organizational administrative responsibilities in a timely manner and      meeting all organizational administrative deadlines
• Other duties as assigned 

Employer’S Statement

Meridian is committed to empowering global leaders and amplifying voices of a wide variety of backgrounds to create pathways for greater understanding, shared values, and respect. Connecting people has been our foundation for over 65 years. If you share our values and enthusiasm to promote non-partisan collaboration to address global challenges and opportunities, you can find a home at Meridian. 

As an equal opportunity employer, Meridian promotes equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, personal appearance, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, family responsibilities, marital, veteran or military status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity will be offered and maintained to all persons at every stage and condition of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.

Meridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including a full medical plan with no deductible, dental (including orthodontics), a retirement plan with a substantial employer contribution from day one, fully paid life, long- and short-term disability, a variety of voluntary benefits, and generous paid leave and holidays. 

How To Apply

Qualified candidates should apply here. Only candidates being considered for this position will be contacted. NO PHONE CALLS in reference to this position will be accepted.

Requirements

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5-7 years of related experience
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Customer service experience and mindset
• Understanding of and interest in non-profit development and fundraising activities
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal; experience drafting invitations, bios, event descriptions
• Familiarity with staffing events
• Exceptional organizational skills, detail oriented, with excellent time management skills
• Driven and high-energy personality with ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong inter-cultural communication skills; maturity, cultural sensitivity, and tact suitable for working with individuals from around the world

Technical Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office,      including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams is necessary for      this role
• Experience with Canva, Zoom and      Salesforce is helpful