Senior Specialist, Federation Engagement & Public Policy Coord

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POSTION TITLE: Senior Specialist, Federation Engagement & Public Policy Coordinator


WHO WE ARE:
The American Institute of Physics (AIP) is a federation of 10 Member Societies which together have nearly 120,000 members across the globe. Founded in 1931, AIP is a federation that advances the success of our Member Societies and an institute that engages in research and analysis to empower positive change in the physical sciences. Our overarching strategy is to advance the physical sciences with a unifying voice of strength from diversity.

We want you to become a part of our mission and join our dynamic team!

SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Federation Officer, this position will help design and implement initiatives that address the evolving needs of AIP’s member organizations, by promoting inter-connectivity and collaboration (with an emphasis on public policy actions), and activating internal AIP capabilities in service of their success.
The Senior Specialist will play a key role in supporting the Federation Assembly (AIP’s convening of Member Society leadership) and its initiatives, including helping plan and coordinate forums, workshops, working groups, and task forces. This role will have a special focus on the coordination and facilitating of member organizations’ public policy and government affairs. This role will provide a hub for relevant member organization stakeholders to support policy-related convenings, information sharing, and capacity building—a role that will require internal coordination between AIP’s research and content teams.
This position is ideal for someone who is energized by helping others succeed—someone who thrives on fostering dialogue, enabling collaboration, and identifying shared opportunities that strengthen partnerships and advance collective goals across the scientific federation.
Join our team of energized, collaborative, and passionate individuals, and contribute to making a positive impact on the world by advancing the physical sciences!


WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Plan Execution

• Support implementation of engagement strategies that build relationships across AIP member organizations.
• Identify shared priorities and opportunities for collaborations that advance Federation goals.
• Engage with AIP staff teams to support Federation initiatives and align resources with member organizations strategic goals.
• Support the collection and sharing of insights and feedback from member organizations that inform AIP program evolution.

• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of member organizations’ public policy priorities and activities; connect members with varied capacities to relevant expertise, tools, and resources, and support coordinated advocacy efforts.
• Represent AIP in relevant science policy coalitions and networks to gather information, foster collaboration, and share key insights with the Federation.
• Organize public policy convenings for member organizations.
• Work with AIP staff to share policy resources with member organizations, and identify opportunities for engagement.

• Develop and maintain communication with member organizations to align AIP programs with federation priorities.
  
  Act as an internal advocate for member organizations…