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.
About Global Market Development
The Global Market Development (GMD) team at the Milken Institute informs and empowers policymakers across emerging markets seeking to strengthen and deepen their financial markets, thereby catalyzing private-sector-led growth and long-term economic opportunity. This effort includes two flagship Global Financial Scholars Progra ms: the Capital Markets Scholars Program , b ased in Washington, DC and in partnership with the International Finance Corporation and Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, which builds a global network of rising leaders in financial policy who are advancing access to capital and business opportunity across 60 developing and emerging markets; and the Public Financial Asset Management Program , based in London and in partnership with World Bank Treasury and Bayes Business School (City University of London), which trains rising leaders in sovereign wealth funds, public pension funds, and central banks who can ensure that the dividends of economic growth and natural resources are well managed and fully benefit future generations.
GMD is also leading the development of the Milken Institute’s broader Africa Strategy, including the Africa Leaders Business Council, which convenes private- and public-sector leaders from across the globe to share their expertise on Africa and support and inform the Milken Institute's engagement and programming on the continent.
About The Position
The Milken Institute is seeking a temporary employee available full-time (40 hours per week) for six months (with potential to extend), from July 1 through December 31, 2024, who will help administer the Milken Institute’s Global Financial Scholars Programs as well as the expansion of the Milken Institute’s Africa Strategy and Africa Business Leaders Council on a daily basis. The employee will report to the Director of GMD in Washington DC (and preferably based in-person out of Washington DC or London). This is an exciting opportunity for a mid-to-senior-level entrepreneurial candidate with strong organizational skills, outstanding inter-personal and human resources skills.
Responsibilities
Liaising with Fall 2024 Global Financial Scholars and their prospective internship providers in the US and UK , including by: expanding outreach to additional firms potentially interested in hosting Scholars as interns in Spring 2025; scheduling internship interviews over July-November 2024; securing internship offer letters for the Scholars; and generally troubleshooting Scholar logistics, big and small.
Coordinating online and in-person meeting management (zoom links, sending reminders to attendees, etc.) for both US and UK cohorts of Scholars.
Scheduling and coordinating the Fall 2024 Speaker Series for both programs (in the US and UK), in collaboration with external speakers and companies as well as with our program partners at the International Finance Corporation, World Bank Treasury, Georgetown University and Bayes Business School.
Supporting planning and logistics for GMD and Africa events of the Milken Institute , to include: an MI-Invest Africa US event on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (September 2024, NYC), the Nigeria Alumni policy roundtable (September/ October 2024, Lagos) and the 3 rd Capital Markets Alumni Retreat (February 2025, location TBD).
Expanding outreach and follow-up with new members of the Africa Leaders Business Council , including through regular communications, invoicing and member paperwork (where appropriate), planning quarterly calls and in-person networking events (mostly in Washington, DC, New York City, Abu Dhabi and London), and preparing write-ups or newsletter materials as appropriate.
Providing support to the GMD Directors on a daily basis for any other administrative and logistical issues associated with the Scholars Programs and the Africa Leaders Business Council.
As the need arises, supporting broader Milken Institute needs such as panel preparation for the Middle East & Africa Summit in December 2024.
Qualifications
Advanced degree in finance, international business, and/or economics and with deep knowledge of financial markets and private-sector development with at least 3-5 years of experience.
Must have exceptional written, communication and relationship-building skills, the ability to source and communicate partnership opportunities in a clear manner, stellar organizational and time-management skills, and demonstrated entrepreneurial initiative. Prior event-planning and fundraising experience are a plus.
Having an understanding of financial and investment policy and of business opportunities in one or more developing countries or regions would be a distinct advantage – with priority on Africa.
Have a robust network of contacts in the US / UK / African financial industries.
Interest in working with developing and emerging economies (especially in Africa).
Priority will be given to candidates who bring a deep connection to Africa, either through heritage or significant experience working with African stakeholders.
Working Conditions & Travel Requirements
This position will work in a professional office environment. This person will also be required to travel occasionally to other offices and/or venues to assist with events as needed. 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
We are interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States and United Kingdom. Please note, we are not sponsoring visas at this time, being authorized to work in the US/UK is a precondition of employment.
This position will work a hybrid schedule consisting of three (3) days per week reporting in-person to your respective office location (Tuesday – Thursday), with the remaining two (2) days working remotely. Please understand, this schedule is subject to change in the Institute’s sole discretion.
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.
Please submit resume (CV) 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 your resume (CV) and any supporting documentation as one attachment. Any application that does not include both a resume (CV) 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.
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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.
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