Strategic Initiatives Specialist

Reporting to the Director of Executive and Strategic Initiatives, the Strategic Initiatives Specialist will assist with the management and execution of high-priority research, meeting content preparation, presentations, reports, and high visibility projects in support of key priorities for the External Affairs division. The ideal candidate has experience in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment, and is adept at working with leadership to translate priorities and accomplish goals efficiently. This person will also be a well-equipped communicator, able to clearly identify and translate information for stakeholders at varying levels of seniority. Skills in using AI tools to productively and efficiently deliver quality work are a plus. A never-ending curiosity and solutions focused attitude are important qualities in the right candidate.

• Bachelor’s degree required with 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent communication skills, including strong writing, research, and editing ability.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills and ability to synthesize information and develop creative, detail oriented, and impactful solutions.
• Mature professional who can manage and facilitate an intense workload, produce quality results in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Must be proactive, anticipate problems, and be resourceful to find workable solutions.
• Proficiency with MS Office products, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, is required.
• Experience in higher education is not needed, nor is it desired.
• This role requires in-person presence five days a week. Some evening and weekend hours may be required.

• Assist in research and preparation for major university events, including Commencement.
• Assist in research and preparation for presidential and executive priorities.
• Collaborate on university-wide messaging while exercising sound judgment for progress and direction on behalf of the division.
• Assist with planning and creating content for high-priority meetings and events, including presentations and summaries.
• Proactively assist with developing strategic opportunities as related to relevant projects.
• Evaluate and provide feedback for submissions from the departments in the division. This could involve editing documents, maintaining a current knowledge of division priorities, providing relevant responses, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.