Senior Associate, Inclusive Capitalism (ICAP) Program

About the Milken Institute

The Milken Institute is a globally minded, publicly supported, non-partisan, and nonprofit think tank headquartered in Santa Monica, with offices in Washington, DC, New York, London, Abu Dhabi, and Singapore. For the past three decades, the Milken Institute has served as a catalyst for practical, scalable solutions to global challenges by connecting human, financial, and educational resources to those who need them. Guided by a conviction that the best ideas, under-resourced, cannot succeed, we conduct research and analysis and convene top experts, innovators, and influencers from different backgrounds and competing viewpoints. We leverage this expertise and insight to construct programs and policy initiatives. These activities are designed to help people build meaningful lives, in which they can experience health and well-being, pursue effective education and gainful employment, and access the resources required to create ever-expanding opportunities for themselves and their broader communities.

The Milken Institute’s events and programmatic activities, involve the exchange of ideas with leaders from around the world. The Institute hosts more than 200 events each year, with our annual flagship event, Global Conference, bringing together 4,500+ participants from around the world, featuring more than 900+ speakers throughout 200+ sessions over the course of the event.  

About MI Finance

Milken Institute Finance (MI Finance) is a part of the Milken Institute, a non-profit, nonpartisan think tank that helps people build meaningful lives in which they can experience health and well-being, pursue effective education and gainful employment, and access the resources required to create ever-expanding opportunities for themselves and their broader communities.  More specifically, MI Finance promotes financial market understanding and works to expand access to capital, strengthen and deepen financial markets, and develop innovative financial solutions to the most pressing global challenges.

About the Position

Reporting to a Director of the Inclusive Capitalism (ICAP) Program, the Senior Associate will be responsible for the following activities:

• Support MI Finance’s ICAP Program which champions policies and investment strategies that drive economic inclusion and scale up successful money managers building community wealth.
• Work closely with other staff our other Pathways to Capital Programs –   our work on supporting capital deployment to small businesses (Initiative for Inclusive Entrepreneurship), community infrastructure finance (10,000 Communities), and other ICAP initiatives (e.g., HBCU Fellows).
• Support the strategic growth of ICAP and ensure effective integration across these important Pathways to Capital programs.
• Support the maintenance and growth of MI Finance partnerships with key external organizations to advance core objectives. 
• Support the production of written outputs including reports, white papers, articles, op-ed, presentations, and other thought leadership materials.
• Build relationships and collaborate with other MI pillars to advance MI Finance objectives.
• Engage in domestic travel as required. 
• Duties as assigned.

We’re looking for professionals who are:

• Outcome-focused and strategic: The chosen leader will be passionate about applied research, clear outcomes, internal team building, and the value of strategic partnerships and innovation.
• Collaborative leaders: The winning candidate will have a proven track record for developing emerging talent and driving innovation in the policy and finance arena. 
• Analytical, creative and rigorous thinkers: We are seeking a detail-oriented and flexible problem solver who can synthesize diverse streams of information and switch comfortably between academic and real-world thinking.
• Roll-up-your-sleeves executers and adaptive thinkers: MI leaders are comfortable with engaging in ambitious projects and are open to collaborative refinement and adaptation along the way to reach key metrics. 
• Team players: MI leaders collaborate well with multidisciplinary teams across the Institute, comfortably taking leadership when necessary as well as following directions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 2-3 years of relevant post-college work experience and an advanced degree in finance, business, economics, or public policy preferred.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Research, analytical, and financial modeling skills a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across MI Finance and other MI teams.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. 
• Willingness and ability to organize multiple, ongoing events.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and be proactive. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Working Conditions & Travel Requirements

This position will work in a professional office environment on a hybrid schedule consisting of three (3) days per week reporting in-person to the Washington, DC office location (Tuesday – Thursday), with the remaining two (2) days working remotely. Please understand, this schedule is subject to change at the Institute’s sole discretion. 

This person will also be required to travel occasionally to other offices and/or venues to assist with events as needed, requiring occasional work outside of traditional hours. International along with domestic travel is possible. Additionally, this position requires interacting virtually on a regular basis with Milken Institute staff based in other locations in the United States and around the world. 

Note

The statements herein are intended to describe the overall nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. 

We are interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. Please note, we are not sponsoring visas at this time, being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.

Please submit resume, writing sample, and cover letter illustrating how your experience and skills will contribute to the department and any unique qualities you bring to the position. If applying via Indeed, please upload any supporting documentation as one attachment. Any application that does not include a resume, writing sample, and cover letter will be rejected. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact our Human Resources department to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Our Culture

The Milken Institute is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran. 

Every person at the Milken Institute is treated with respect, supported with resources and training, and exposed to a broad range of experiences. We foster a space for growth with opportunities to share knowledge and passion with both clients and colleagues. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our leadership is actively involved in our commitment to diversity and inclusion, and fostering a culture that creates opportunities for everyone. 

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan - 403b (5% match)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Personal, Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity & Paternity)
• Fertility Support
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)
• Pet Insurance Discount
• Training & Development:
• LinkedIn Learning – over 15,000 self-guided classes offered
• Annual Mentor Program
• Wellness Resources:
• Employee Assistance Program
• CALM app membership