"Policy & Partnerships Manager, AIM for Scale"

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Job Description

The University of Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs is looking for outstanding candidates for a Policy and Partnerships Manager position supporting its AIM for Scale program. This is a limited-term, grant-funded position (with the opportunity to be remote) expected to run through December 31, 2027. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and 3 references for full consideration.

The Keough School of Global Affairs is a leading academic institution dedicated to addressing the world's most pressing global challenges through research, teaching, and policy engagement. Home to a diverse community of scholars and practitioners, the school integrates rigorous interdisciplinary scholarship with a strong commitment to human dignity, ethical leadership, and real-world impact.

The Agricultural Innovation Mechanism for Scale (AIM for Scale) is an initiative that works with governments, multilateral development banks, and research partners to scale evidence-based agricultural innovations, with the objective of reaching millions of farmers. It is supported by the Gates Foundation and the United Arab Emirates, and co-hosted by the University of Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs and New York University Abu Dhabi. The secretariat of AIM for Scale is based at the Keough School of Global Affairs. Through country partnerships across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, AIM for Scale stewards the design and implementation of large-scale investments that improve productivity, resilience, and livelihoods for millions of smallholder farmers. The initiative brings together cutting-edge research, implementation expertise, and policy engagement to accelerate the adoption of proven innovations and strengthen national systems for long-term sustainability.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the AIM for Scale Director, the Policy and Partnerships Manager will manage and implement country-level efforts with government counterparts, development bank teams, and other stakeholders. The Manager will also coordinate external engagement and partnership efforts by organizing events, workshops, and convenings; preparing written materials such as briefs, updates, and reports; and managing outreach through digital and social media channels.

• Coordinate and Implement Country-Level Activities. The position will manage and implement country-level efforts to advance AIM for Scale's objectives. This includes liaising with implementing agencies, managing relationships, documentation, and follow-up from missions and technical workshops, and ensuring timely progress on agreed-upon activities. The role will also contribute to drafting policy notes, partner updates, and other materials that translate technical work into actionable insights for decision-makers.
• Event and Convening Support. This position will manage the planning and implementation of AIM for Scale's events, workshops, and stakeholder convenings, both virtual and in person. Responsibilities include managing logistics, preparing agendas and participant materials, and coordinating with partners to ensure participation and visibility. The position will also capture key outcomes and lessons from these engagements for external dissemination, in close coordination with the Director of Communications.
• Outreach and Content Development. The role will prepare outreach materials-including digital content and social media updates-to highlight AIM for Scale's work and impact. This includes collaborating with Secretariat members to ensure consistent messaging and visual identity across platforms, as well as maintaining regular online engagement, in close coordination with the Keough School's Director of Communications.
• Writing and Editorial Support. The position will draft, edit, and refine written materials across the Secretariat, including reports, event summaries, and talking points for senior leadership. This will require strong writing and editing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt tone and format for different audiences.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree required (four-year degree) in Economics, Sociology, Public Policy, Sustainable Development, Journalism, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.

Experience

• One to two years of relevant professional experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Prior experience or demonstrated interest in international development and agricultural policy.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to produce clear, compelling content in English for diverse audiences.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with digital tools and social media platforms for outreach and stakeholder engagement.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with international development policy processes, agricultural innovation, and/or climate-related initiatives preferred.
• High attention to detail; proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Willingness to provide flexible support to colleagues and contribute across projects as needed.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, including on short notice.

Additional Information

Compensation: Up to $83,000, commensurate with experience

This position will be accepting applications until January 9th.