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Senior Growth Strategy Specialist

2 weeks, 2 days ago
United States
Full-time
Lead
Business Development
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American Institutes for Research

American Institutes for Research

American Institutes for Research is a leading behavioral and social science research organization dedicated to using rigorous evidence to enhance everyday life and address critical societal issues across various fields, including education, health, and...

Professional Services
1K-5K
Founded 1946
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Description

  • Lead preparation of pitch materials, briefings, follow-up content, and supporting documentation for prospective partners, funders, and clients.
  • Coordinate with the Program Office and internal contributors to manage timelines, inputs, reviews, and handoffs for growth opportunities.
  • Track opportunities, stakeholder interactions, decisions, and next steps to maintain continuity, accountability, and follow-through.
  • Identify risks, gaps, and dependencies early to support opportunity progression.
  • Develop and maintain Growth Office tools, templates, and operating processes across opportunities and focus areas.
  • Conduct background research, landscape scans, and partner profiling to inform market and competitive intelligence.
  • Support early pilots, concept testing, and incubation efforts by coordinating activities and synthesizing insights.
  • Synthesize partner input and market signals into actionable recommendations and next steps.
  • Track goals, KPIs, and performance against growth targets.
  • Partner with Business Development Operations to align execution with compliance, strategic pricing, and proposal management practices.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and 9+ years of experience in business, social sciences, public policy, technology, or a related field.
  • Experience supporting business development, strategy, or complex cross-functional initiatives.
  • Experience with non-government revenue efforts, including foundations, nonprofits, and/or commercial or industry clients.
  • Experience supporting venture, startup, incubator, or accelerator-style initiatives.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
  • Strong writing, synthesis, and coordination skills with the ability to turn ideas into clear, actionable materials.
  • Experience using tools, templates, dashboards, and tracking mechanisms to support execution.
  • Effective communicator who can collaborate across functions, roles, and leadership levels in a virtual environment.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritize objectives, and meet timelines in a dynamic environment.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship, including H-1B sponsorship, is not available.
  • Qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements depending on project work.

Benefits

  • Remote work available within the United States or from one of AIR’s U.S. office locations.
  • Annual salary range of $145,000 to $170,000 USD.
  • AIR’s Total Rewards Program is designed to reward staff competitively.
  • Salary offers are based on internal equity and external market competitiveness.
  • Opportunity to work in a mission-driven, nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization.
  • Reasonable accommodation support is available during the employment process.
  • Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action commitment.
  • Drug-free work environment.

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