Velos is seeking a bright, energetic, self-motivated, detail-oriented Manager of Association Programs to join a small team supporting the National Security Space Association (NSSA), a rapidly growing industry association, assisting with day-to-day association activities.

NSSA (www.nssaspace.org) is a 501(C)(3) non-profit support association soley dedicated to the National Security Space Enterprise, to include the Department of Defense, U.S. Space Force, and the Intelligence Community. NSSA works to advance long-term cooperation among industry and government, leading the way with expert opinion, insight and analysis.

Reporting to the Chief Operations and Development Officer, the Manager of Association Programs will manage and assist in growing our association programs, which are designed to bring together industry and government professionals, thought leaders, and policy experts within the national security space community. This position will have a unique opportunity to engage with these key stakeholders, gaining exposure to cutting-edge developments in space operations, policy, and technology.

SUMMARY OF POSITION DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS

• Engage with and facilitate robust interactions among senior leadership personnel across the White House, Defense Department, Intelligence Community, and Congress
• Lead coordination of content (i.e., event agendas) for myriad events such as annual conferences, forums, and virtual engagements (both classified and unclassified), ensuring a seamless experience for participants
• Support NSSA's devoted think-tank (the Moorman Center for Space Studies), workforce development activities, and congressional engagements
• Support preparation for NSSA Board of Advisors and Board of Directors meetings
• Serve as primary staff liaison for newly launched committees
• Support communication team initiatives
• Provide logistical support to NSSA team members in producing meetings and events
• Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in business, government relations, political science, or related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Motivated team player and "can do" self-starter, who can work with little supervision
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated commitment to accuracy, detail, and timeliness in completion of tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate meaningful relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders
• Intellectual curiosity with desire to learn and ability to rapidly translate new skills to informed decisions
• Demonstrate critical thinking, sound judgment, ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred

• Experience with corporate membership associations or national security space industry desirable
• Willingness and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance

About National Security Space Association

The National Security Space Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit support association solely dedicated to the Title 10 and Title 50 national security space enterprise. We work to foster long-term cooperation among industry and government officials, leading the way with expert opinion, insight and analysis. We’re devoted to fostering a holistic, mission-oriented workforce that will shape the face of national security space for generations to come.

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