Deputy Director, Annenberg Public Policy Center

Deputy Director, Annenberg Public Policy Center

About APPC: A premier communication policy center founded in 1993 by Ambassadors Walter and Leonore Annenberg, APPC's mission is producing cutting-edge communication science and increasing the impact of communication scholarship to improve public well-being.

Working closely with the incoming APPC Director (to whom this position will report), the Deputy Director will support and assist with implementation of APPC's strategic priorities and vision within and outside of Penn.

Job Responsibilities

• Articulate and implement the APPC Director's work in collaboration with core and affiliated APPC faculty and staff.
• Work with the APPC Director to launch initiatives and administer programs to foster innovative research.
• Support the establishment and work of a new APPC executive advisory and policy group.
• Build and sustain transdisciplinary partnerships to promote APPC's mission.
• Routinely meet with new and affiliated faculty, students, post-docs, practitioners, university and government leaders, and policymakers.
• Help run the day-to-day activities of the center, including budgets, reports, and infrastructure.
• Facilitate communication, coordination, and collaboration across various divisions and areas within APPC.
• Support APPC PIs with identification of new grant funding opportunities and writing and submission of grant proposals.
• Represent APPC at scientific meetings, convenings, and other events.
• Develop new fundraising efforts.
• Supervise an administrative assistant.
• As time and opportunity allow, contribute directly to APPC research studies and projects.
• Develop metrics and track the success of all initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 7 to 10 years of experience, or a Master's degree and 5 to 7 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A PhD in a field related to the work of APPC is strongly preferred.
• Experience in a research university, an understanding of academic scientific administration, and a proven track record of successful leadership in this setting desirable.
• Excellent public speaking and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent writing skills, including ability to translate academic research and writing for lay audiences.
• Grant-seeking, grant-writing, and development/fundraising experience helpful.
• A track record of raising the visibility/public profile of an organization will be a strong indicator of success in the role.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, and developing more junior staff is desirable.

Position term: This is a term-limited position with an initial 5-year term ending June 30, 2031. Extension is contingent on funding and other factors.