Director,(Nuclear Energy), Nuclear Materials Security Program

The Nuclear Threat Initiative is seeking a Director, with a focus on Nuclear Energy, to join the Nuclear Materials Security (NMS) team. This position reports to the Vice President for NMS.  This is a full-time hybrid position, working a minimum of three days a week in our Washington, DC office.   

NTI is a non-profit global security organization focused on reducing nuclear, biological, and emerging technology threats imperiling humanity.  

This selected candidate will help lead NMS efforts to improve global nuclear materials security, specifically in the area of nuclear energy.  This will include:   

• Developing and implementing activities related to the responsible and safe expansion of nuclear energy, focusing primarily on the area of spent fuel management and safeguards.  

• Developing and implementing activities related to building capacity in international institutions related to nuclear security and nonproliferation.

• Working in close coordination with external partners.

• Representing NTI at professional conferences and international meetings with governments, NGOs, and international organizations.

• Planning and implementing NMS program activities, including establishing milestones and mitigating project risks, as well as other project management tasks.

• Supporting programmatic/cross-programmatic efforts to ensure the achievement of NTI objectives.  

• Providing support to other NMS projects, as needed.

What are the requirements for the position?  Preferred candidates will have:

• A bachelors’ degree, masters’ preferred, in a relevant field (e.g., international relations/affairs, political science, physics, or a related field) and 

• At least 8 years of related experience in an international organization, government, non-profit, or private sector working directly on nuclear-related issues

What would make you stand out?  

• You can demonstrate tangible examples of how you have helped enhance global nuclear security and nonproliferation.

• You have experience engaging and working closely with international and domestic stakeholders to drive toward actionable policy outcomes. 

• You have strong written and oral communication skills and demonstrated capacity to think creatively and develop and execute new, innovative projects. 

• You can juggle multiple projects with competing deadlines, and you have strong interpersonal skills

This position will require regular international and domestic travel. 

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. 

Hiring pay range: $146,000 - $164,000 annual, dependent on prior experience and education.  This position is eligible for health insurance benefits.

How do I apply:  For consideration, please send a resume and a cover letter to stevens@nti.org.  Use subject line “NTI - NMS Director”. The position will remain open until filled. Early application is encouraged.  

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship; NTI is not able to provide employment sponsorship for this position.  Additionally, all applicants must hold residency in Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia during the duration of their employment with NTI.  

NTI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of all backgrounds and identities to apply. All applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, credit information, homeless status, status as a victim or family member of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking, or any other quality or circumstance protected by Federal or D.C. law.