Hiring: Senior Director, Power of Sports Company: Atlantic Council Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 14:33:10 Target Skills & Keywords : Program Management About the job Required Skills: •Intellectual Leadership •Serve as the Atlantic Council’s leading voice on sports diplomacy, sports governance, sports economics, and the role of sport in international affairs. •Build thought leadership around sport as a strategic force shaping the future of diplomacy, economic statecraft, global development, and international cooperation. •Develop and advance the intellectual framework underpinning Power of Sports. •Produce and oversee high-quality publications, policy papers, reports, commentary, and strategic analysis. •Speak regularly at international conferences, sporting events, government forums, and media engagements. •Strategic Program Leadership •Lead the Power of Sports’ long-term strategic vision and annual programming agenda. Qualifications: •Minimum of ten years of senior-level experience in international affairs, sports diplomacy, public policy, business, international development, sports governance, or a related field. •Demonstrated expertise in the intersection of sport and international affairs. •Extensive experience building and managing complex programs or organizations. •Strong record of fundraising and business development. •Exceptional writing, editing, public speaking, and communication skills. •Proven ability to build partnerships across sectors and regions. •Strong management and leadership experience. •Demonstrated record of policy influence, convening leadership, and thought leadership. •Master’s degree or higher in international affairs, public policy, economics, business, law, sports management, or a related discipline preferred. Compensation: •$175,000 - $225,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!