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Washington DC's learning and development market is driven by federal agencies, major contractors like Booz Allen Hamilton and Leidos, and global associations headquartered in the district. Employers across policy, defense, and nonprofit sectors regularly hire L&D managers to build workforce training programs, and many sponsor H-1B visa and other work visas for qualified international candidates.
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Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Collaborative on Global Children’s Issues fosters cross-disciplinary research and dialogue on critical and emerging issues affecting children and youth worldwide. We convene researchers, policymakers, practitioners, faith leaders, and young people to promote evidence-based, innovative, and solutions-oriented approaches to support children and youth in situations of adversity.
Values:
- Committed to creating opportunities that center children and youth;
- Grounded in the lived experiences of children and youth, their families, and communities;
- Responsive to current needs and useful to actors working in a variety of contexts and capacities to meet them;
- Evidence-informed and solutions-oriented; and
- Building effective bridges between young people and stakeholders involved in practice, policy, and research.
Approach:
- Convene: Facilitate interdisciplinary and intergenerational engagement and collaboration on critical and emerging issues affecting children and youth around the world.
- Facilitate research, policy analysis, and implementation science: Strengthen our field by bridging gaps between research, policy, practice, and the lived experience of children and youth in situations of adversity.
- Learn from the front line: Partner with innovators working at community, national, regional, and global levels.
- Train: Equip the next generation of global leaders to prioritize the experiences, well-being, and agency of children and youth around the world by building curricular and career pathways that promote child- and youth-centered approaches in research, policy, and practice.
The Director of Research and Learning Partnerships (the Director) will help lead the Collaborative on Global Children’s Issues and support the Executive Director (ED) in fostering cross-disciplinary research and dialogue on critical and emerging issues affecting children and youth worldwide, with a particular focus on children in adversity and pathways to resilience. The Director will work closely with the ED to build strategic partnerships; advance research and educational initiatives; develop high-impact events and learning opportunities; and support thought-leadership that brings together policy, practice, research, and the lived experiences of children and young people. The Director will help increase awareness and recognition of the Collaborative as an incubator of ideas, conversations, and leadership to promote evidence-based, innovative, and solutions-oriented approaches to support children and youth in situations of adversity.
Vision and Strategic Leadership: The Director of Research and Learning Partnerships will help shape and implement the Collaborative’s strategy, developing activities that advance the Collaborative’s mission, values, and impact. Specifically, the Director will oversee the development and implementation of a multidisciplinary research and learning agenda and build research and learning partnerships with faculty and staff from other Georgetown University programs and departments, as well as external stakeholders.
Academic and Research Program Development: The Director of Research and Learning Partnerships will advance curricular content on children and youth at Georgetown, and increase opportunities for student and faculty engagement and learning. The Director will advance the Collaborative’s efforts to offer university-wide credit and non-credit learning opportunities for graduate students, undergraduate students, and other stakeholders. In addition, the Director will work to advance a new Minor or Certificate Program in Children’s Issues. The Director will also support implementation and further development of a Student Fellows Program and Global Fellows Program, and help the Collaborative bring in scholar-practitioners whose research interests and profiles contribute to the Collaborative’s mission. The Director will also provide overarching management, quality assurance, and ensure the strategic coherence of papers and reports published by the Collaborative, contributing to sector-wide knowledge sharing and learning.
Fundraising and Donor Engagement: The Director of Research and Learning Partnerships will maintain and build relationships with current and prospective donors. The Director will support donor prospecting, grant writing, donor engagement, and reporting, in collaboration with the Executive Director.
Work Interactions
The Director of Research and Learning Partnerships reports to the Collaborative’s Executive Director and works closely with the Program Manager.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years of research and program management experience in child protection, child development, child rights, social services, or a related field.
- Demonstrated inclusive leadership skills and a track record of building partnerships that advance the well-being of children, youth, and families globally.
- Experience designing, leading, or contributing to multidisciplinary research agendas, including overseeing the development of papers, reports, or other research products.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including experience writing for academic, policy, and general audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a complex, multi-faceted environment.
- Experience working with vendors and partners from a variety of international backgrounds.
- Proven skills in time management, organization, and communication.
- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain composure under pressure.
- Proactive, team-spirited disposition, with the ability to consult with others and make independent decisions.
- Collaborative work style, with openness to feedback and adaptability to evolving priorities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., public policy, international development, psychology, social work, or education).
- Experience in a higher-education setting, including curriculum development, teaching, or managing student fellowship or mentorship programs.
- Experience with donor engagement, grant writing, or fundraising, ideally in an academic or nonprofit context.
- Familiarity with Georgetown University or similar academic institutions' research and administrative structures.
- Publication record or other demonstrated contributions to the field of children's issues, child rights, or global child welfare.
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range:
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$80,429.00 - $157,238.93
Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
Current Georgetown Employees:
If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance:
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance website for general information about requesting accommodations, as well as information about requesting accommodations specifically for applicants. You also can also contact the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at (202) 687-4798 or oeoc@georgetown.edu.
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.
GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
INTRODUCTION
Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Collaborative on Global Children’s Issues fosters cross-disciplinary research and dialogue on critical and emerging issues affecting children and youth worldwide. We convene researchers, policymakers, practitioners, faith leaders, and young people to promote evidence-based, innovative, and solutions-oriented approaches to support children and youth in situations of adversity.
Values:
- Committed to creating opportunities that center children and youth;
- Grounded in the lived experiences of children and youth, their families, and communities;
- Responsive to current needs and useful to actors working in a variety of contexts and capacities to meet them;
- Evidence-informed and solutions-oriented; and
- Building effective bridges between young people and stakeholders involved in practice, policy, and research.
Approach:
- Convene: Facilitate interdisciplinary and intergenerational engagement and collaboration on critical and emerging issues affecting children and youth around the world.
- Facilitate research, policy analysis, and implementation science: Strengthen our field by bridging gaps between research, policy, practice, and the lived experience of children and youth in situations of adversity.
- Learn from the front line: Partner with innovators working at community, national, regional, and global levels.
- Train: Equip the next generation of global leaders to prioritize the experiences, well-being, and agency of children and youth around the world by building curricular and career pathways that promote child- and youth-centered approaches in research, policy, and practice.
The Director of Research and Learning Partnerships (the Director) will help lead the Collaborative on Global Children’s Issues and support the Executive Director (ED) in fostering cross-disciplinary research and dialogue on critical and emerging issues affecting children and youth worldwide, with a particular focus on children in adversity and pathways to resilience. The Director will work closely with the ED to build strategic partnerships; advance research and educational initiatives; develop high-impact events and learning opportunities; and support thought-leadership that brings together policy, practice, research, and the lived experiences of children and young people. The Director will help increase awareness and recognition of the Collaborative as an incubator of ideas, conversations, and leadership to promote evidence-based, innovative, and solutions-oriented approaches to support children and youth in situations of adversity.
Vision and Strategic Leadership: The Director of Research and Learning Partnerships will help shape and implement the Collaborative’s strategy, developing activities that advance the Collaborative’s mission, values, and impact. Specifically, the Director will oversee the development and implementation of a multidisciplinary research and learning agenda and build research and learning partnerships with faculty and staff from other Georgetown University programs and departments, as well as external stakeholders.
Academic and Research Program Development: The Director of Research and Learning Partnerships will advance curricular content on children and youth at Georgetown, and increase opportunities for student and faculty engagement and learning. The Director will advance the Collaborative’s efforts to offer university-wide credit and non-credit learning opportunities for graduate students, undergraduate students, and other stakeholders. In addition, the Director will work to advance a new Minor or Certificate Program in Children’s Issues. The Director will also support implementation and further development of a Student Fellows Program and Global Fellows Program, and help the Collaborative bring in scholar-practitioners whose research interests and profiles contribute to the Collaborative’s mission. The Director will also provide overarching management, quality assurance, and ensure the strategic coherence of papers and reports published by the Collaborative, contributing to sector-wide knowledge sharing and learning.
Fundraising and Donor Engagement: The Director of Research and Learning Partnerships will maintain and build relationships with current and prospective donors. The Director will support donor prospecting, grant writing, donor engagement, and reporting, in collaboration with the Executive Director.
Work Interactions
The Director of Research and Learning Partnerships reports to the Collaborative’s Executive Director and works closely with the Program Manager.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years of research and program management experience in child protection, child development, child rights, social services, or a related field.
- Demonstrated inclusive leadership skills and a track record of building partnerships that advance the well-being of children, youth, and families globally.
- Experience designing, leading, or contributing to multidisciplinary research agendas, including overseeing the development of papers, reports, or other research products.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including experience writing for academic, policy, and general audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a complex, multi-faceted environment.
- Experience working with vendors and partners from a variety of international backgrounds.
- Proven skills in time management, organization, and communication.
- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain composure under pressure.
- Proactive, team-spirited disposition, with the ability to consult with others and make independent decisions.
- Collaborative work style, with openness to feedback and adaptability to evolving priorities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., public policy, international development, psychology, social work, or education).
- Experience in a higher-education setting, including curriculum development, teaching, or managing student fellowship or mentorship programs.
- Experience with donor engagement, grant writing, or fundraising, ideally in an academic or nonprofit context.
- Familiarity with Georgetown University or similar academic institutions' research and administrative structures.
- Publication record or other demonstrated contributions to the field of children's issues, child rights, or global child welfare.
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range:
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$80,429.00 - $157,238.93
Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
Current Georgetown Employees:
If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance:
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance website for general information about requesting accommodations, as well as information about requesting accommodations specifically for applicants. You also can also contact the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at (202) 687-4798 or oeoc@georgetown.edu.
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.
GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
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Which companies sponsor visas for learning development managers in Washington DC?
Federal contractors and consulting firms are the most active sponsors in Washington DC, including Booz Allen Hamilton, Deloitte, Leidos, and Accenture Federal Services. Large nonprofits and trade associations headquartered in the district, such as the American Red Cross and various policy institutes, also hire L&D managers and have sponsored work visas. Government contracting firms tend to have established HR infrastructure for managing sponsorship.
Which visa types are most common for learning development manager roles in Washington DC?
The H-1B is the most common visa for learning development managers in Washington DC, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in instructional design, education, organizational development, or a related field. Some candidates transition from F-1 OPT or STEM OPT. Candidates with multinational employer backgrounds may also qualify for an L-1A intracompany transferee visa if moving from an overseas office.
How to find learning development manager visa sponsorship jobs in Washington DC?
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Which areas in Washington DC have the most learning development manager sponsorship jobs?
Most sponsoring employers for L&D manager roles are concentrated in the core DC metro area, particularly around downtown Washington, Bethesda, and the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor in Northern Virginia, which hosts a dense cluster of federal contractors and consulting firms. The National Capital Region functions as a single hiring market, so candidates searching Washington DC should also monitor adjacent Maryland and Virginia suburbs where many headquarters and regional offices are based.
Are there any Washington DC-specific considerations for learning development managers seeking sponsorship?
Washington DC's heavy concentration of federal contractors means many L&D manager roles require or prefer candidates who can obtain a security clearance, which generally requires U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residence and complicates sponsorship for international applicants. Roles at purely commercial firms, nonprofits, and associations without clearance requirements are more accessible. Candidates with advanced degrees in instructional design or organizational development from DC-area universities like George Washington University or Georgetown may also have stronger employer pipelines.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored learning development manager jobs in Washington DC?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.