Senior Stakeholder Engagement Manager

Minimum of 10 years of experience in stakeholder engagement, communications, R&D, and project management.
BS/BA degree in communications, political science, or equivalent education.
Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Lead the development and implementation of stakeholder management plans and engagement strategies for specific NSF programs.
Provide technical expertise in economic ecosystem development, including the identification and support of international, national, regional, and local partnerships.
Support workforce development, venture opportunities, and community engagement activities across a wide range of stakeholder entities.
Stay knowledgeable about applicable policies shaping ecosystems and provide advisement on technology and program development or modifications aligned with the mission.
Research organizations and individuals who may be potential stakeholders (e.g., researchers, innovators, partners) for specific programs.
Help programs engage, foster, and nurture stakeholders to support program growth.
Work closely with federal technical staff overseeing programs and the stakeholder engagement requirements of these programs, as well as communications.

Preferred experience working in a federal government funding research agency.
Preferred familiarity with NSF’s partnerships landscape study.
Experience and familiarity with the scientific and technological research and development community and stakeholders, including researchers, innovators, and investors.
Proactive and demonstrated problem solver with effective communication skills for collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders.
Experience in innovation and R&D programs.
Demonstrated skills and experience in project management, reporting, administrative duties, strategic planning, project progress assessments, and market intelligence efforts.
High proficiency using Microsoft Office tools.