Education Systems Center (EdSystems) at Northern Illinois University (NIU) is seeking a full-time Policy Manager to support and drive a portfolio of high-impact projects relating to college and career readiness policy and practice, as well as lead EdSystems organization-wide project management efforts. Reporting to the Director of Policy, the Policy Manager will drive or support interrelated project areas across EdSystems’ portfolio, including, but not limited to:
Collectively, these projects enable the Policy Manager to play a critical supporting role in shaping the strategic vision for the growth of equitable and quality college and career readiness systems and related pathways in the State of Illinois and the other geographies where EdSystems works. Over time, the Policy Manager is expected to expand existing projects and lead new projects that strategically maintain EdSystems’ leadership position in this field.
EdSystems helps create a world where students have clear, unambiguous paths to college and career opportunities that equip them for meaningful participation in the global economy. We collaborate with state and local education agencies, workforce boards, community colleges, universities, and other stakeholders to design, implement, and evaluate policies and practices that ensure successful transitions to and through postsecondary and career opportunities for students, with a particular emphasis on historically marginalized populations.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and resume to LaTonya Hicks at lhicks@niu.edu. In your cover letter, please describe your experience with public policy or related field and project management.
Northern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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