Program Manager, Public Affairs

Job Summary

To support the fast-paced Public Affairs AI Campaign, the full-time Program Manager will manage cross-functional operations, enhance team collaboration, and ensure effective execution of strategic initiatives across various teams, working remotely or onsite in Los Angeles.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with the AI Campaign team to establish and maintain operational rhythms, ensuring coordination across communications, marketing, policy, research, legal, and product teams
• Support campaign leadership in translating strategy into execution by building roadmaps, managing timelines, and ensuring accountability across the campaign
• Drive day-to-day status reporting, performance tracking, and budget management, surfacing risks and dependencies while keeping leadership informed

Required qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in strategy, operations, consulting, or program/project management, particularly with complex, cross-functional workstreams
• Experience in building and optimizing programs and processes within growing or transforming teams
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and communicate effectively in high-pressure environments with shifting priorities
• Strong organizational skills with a track record of managing multiple workstreams and delivering detailed information efficiently
• Demonstrated ability to foster cooperation and alignment across teams without direct management authority