The Catholic University of America · 2 months ago
Program Manager for the Leonum Institute for AI and Emerging Technologies
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $85K/yr
4+ years expThe Catholic University of America is seeking a Program Manager for the Leonum Institute for AI and Emerging Technologies. This role involves serving as a strategic and operational partner to the Director, ensuring effective execution of the Institute’s goals and managing various initiatives related to AI and emerging technologies.
EducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Act as the Director’s primary partner in executing the Institute’s strategic roadmap
Anticipate needs, prioritize initiatives, and ensure timely completion of Institute goals
Draft reports, presentations, and public communications articulating the Institute’s mission and progress
Coordinate special projects and cross-campus initiatives as directed by the Director
Manage the operations of the internal AI Task Force and the external Advisory Board, including meeting agendas, minutes, and follow-ups
Oversee Institute budget tracking, expense reporting, and coordination with University finance offices
Develop systems, dashboards, and trackers to monitor deliverables across programs, events, and partnerships
Support hiring, onboarding, and coordination of fellows, postdocs, and student interns
Partner with the University’s Advancement team to coordinate donor cultivation and stewardship
Prepare briefings, talking points, and proposals for donor meetings and philanthropic partners
Track donor engagement in a CRM-style system to ensure consistent follow-up and relationship building
Contribute to fundraising strategies that support the Institute’s growth and long-term sustainability
Serve as project manager for the Institute’s flagship programs, including the Bishops’ AI Bootcamp, Vatican Symposium, National Catholic AI Summit, and Public Lecture Series
Coordinate logistics, speaker engagement, and communications for major Institute events
Ensure smooth delivery of academic and fellowship programs by coordinating with faculty, staff, and student participants
Draft correspondence, press releases, and newsletters for external and internal audiences
Maintain and update the Institute’s website and promotional materials in collaboration with CUA Communications
Support media, public relations, and storytelling efforts that elevate the Institute’s visibility and impact
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
4-6 years in executive administration, project management, advancement, or higher education
Excellent written and verbal communication; proven ability to draft professional correspondence and reports
Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to balance multiple priorities under deadlines
High emotional intelligence, discretion, and integrity in handling sensitive information
Technical proficiency with office software, CRM systems, and collaboration platforms
Demonstrated respect for and commitment to Catholic values and the mission of The Catholic University of America
Proactive and resourceful, anticipating needs before they arise
Diplomatic and professional, able to interact with senior Church leaders, government officials, donors, and faculty
Strategic thinker who can also execute details meticulously
Energized by working in a startup-like environment within a university, where structures are being built for the first time
Deeply motivated by the Institute's mission to shape the ethical development of emerging technologies
Preferred
Experience supporting senior leaders, managing complex projects, and handling donor/stakeholder relations strongly preferred
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The Catholic University of America
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