US: Associate Director, Our Secure Future

PAX Sapiens
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Organization Summary

PAX sapiens' mission is to prevent predictable global catastrophes through the creation of new systems of collective coordination that build a more peaceful world. We use direct grantmaking and coordination tools such as convenings, conferences, and information sharing systems to advance human security and sustainable peace. In support of our mission, our focus areas include strengthening global systems for pandemic prevention, preventing nuclear war, and promoting better US-Chinese relationships in global fora specifically. We focus on hiring talented and impact-focused professionals who are passionate about driving positive change. PAX also works on other issues relating to sustainable peace and security including through the program Our Secure Future, focusing on the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda. 

Our Secure Future

Our Secure Future: Women Make the Difference (OSF) is a program at PAX. The OSF mission is to strengthen the Women, Peace and Security movement for more effective policy decision-making to create a more peaceful world. We envision a more just and peaceful future transformed by women’s full participation. More information can be found at Our Secure Future. 

Primary Role 

The OSF Associate Director will serve as an integral member of the OSF team and report directly to the Vice President of OSF.  This is a key position for the OSF team, with the opportunity to grow. The OSF Associate Director will focus approximately 75% of their time working closely with the Vice President as a thought partner in building the WPS National Action Plan Academy. Duties include co-designing, building, implementing and managing all program activities and providing support in the daily management of the new Our Secure Future WPS National Action Plan Academy. In addition, the Associate Director will spend 25% of their time assisting the OSF Vice President in OSF team management responsibilities.