Project Associate - Technology Portfolio

About the Role

InnovateEDU is seeking a full-time Project Associate to join our team and support the EDSAFE AI Alliance. The Project Associate will be a key contributor to all EDSAFE projects, working closely with the EDSAFE Project Manager and the team to drive strategic goals and initiatives. Additionally, this associate will support the National AI Literacy Day Project Lead in ensuring the success of the annual event. We are looking for a proactive and highly organized individual who is passionate about making education safer and more equitable through responsible AI.

About InnovateEDU

InnovateEDU catalyzes education transformation by bridging gaps in data, policy, practice, and research to center the needs of the field in accelerating innovation towards an equitable, inclusive, and radically different future for all learners.

About the EDSAFE Alliance 

The EDSAFE AI Alliance is a global initiative coordinated by InnovateEDU and powered by a coalition of organizations representing stakeholders across the education sector to provide global leadership for developing a safer, more secure, more equitable, and more trusted AI education ecosystem through a focus on research, policy, and practice. We aim to build and develop an ecosystem that reflects the best practices for AI use in education.

Responsibilities

• Project and Administrative Support: Manage administrative tasks for the Project and the Managing Director. Support the execution of portfolio grant deliverables and manage contact databases using Salesforce. Manage project documentation, organize meetings, and facilitate communication channels to streamline collaboration and information sharing across the Alliance.
• Communication and Content Development: Assist with the development of project communications, including newsletters and social media content. You will also support the creation of reports, case studies, slides and presentations, webinars, and other multimedia, and manage content updates for project websites.  Assist in drafting reports, policy briefs, and presentations to communicate project findings and recommendations to diverse stakeholder groups.  Conduct desktop research and analysis on emerging AI trends, policy landscapes, and safety protocols to inform Alliance strategies and publications.
• Event and Meeting Logistics: Support the planning and logistics for all project meetings and events, such as steering committees, working groups, and in-person events. This includes preparing materials, such as slide decks, and managing scheduling and staffing. 
• Conference Planning: Orchestrate the end-to-end planning of a flagship annual conference for over 100 participants, managing everything from budget and logistics to vendor relations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external partners, including educators, policymakers, and AI developers, to ensure project milestones are met on schedule.
• Physical Requirements: This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Who You Are

You are a mission-driven individual and believe in working to close the educational opportunity gap, including in education technology and AI. You are detail-oriented, obsessed with ensuring that your team is supported, not afraid to ask questions, and love to manage multiple workstreams. You are excited to join a growing team. You like a fast pace and are highly responsive with the ability to work independently.

You are open to feedback, bring your best every day, and are ready to grow in all areas of your work. You want to join a team of folks who share your vision for mission-driven work at the intersection of education, policy, and technology.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, educational technology, or a related field
• Skilled at and comfortable with managing multiple competing priorities simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Mastery of social media platforms and Canva
• Demonstrates ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively
• Familiarity with the ed-tech landscape or current policy regarding AI ethics in education (preferred)

Compensation

We use a third-party service to determine a fair market rate for this role based on your skills, experience, and location. The salary range for this position is annually $48,000-$55,000.

In addition, full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement plan, and more.

Application Instructions

Please upload your resume and answer the required questions. Applications will be accepted, reviewed, and interviewed on a rolling basis.