Senior Manager of Design Strategy

The Institute for Women’s Policy Research (IWPR) is the nation’s preeminent think tank committed to achieving economic equity for women and eliminating structural and institutional barriers to women’s full participation in the workforce and society. IWPR’s mission is to build knowledge and evidence to support policies that help grow women’s economic power and influence in society, close inequality gaps, and improve the economic security and well-being of girls, women, and families. We generate the ideas that build power and economic equity for all women.

At IWPR, we believe social and economic mobility in the United States is determined and influenced by race, ethnicity, class, gender identity, sexual orientation, and other markers of difference. In working to achieve economic equity and to better understand the experiences of all women in the workforce and in society, we use both racial equity and intersectional frameworks in our research and analysis to help generate strategies and solutions that are grounded in the economic realities of women and families. We also prioritize building an inclusive and welcoming work environment that values the diverse perspectives and experiences of all staff.

The Senior Manager of Design Strategy serves as the in-house graphic designer for IWPR’s digital platforms and print publications, strategic communications materials, and all creative assets. They work collaboratively to conceive and develop high-impact designs and products that support IWPR’s mission to unlock economic equity for all women.

A vital member of the Communications and External Affairs team, the Senior Manager of Design Strategy ensures all IWPR products—including digital assets, website, and publications—meet the highest quality standards while keeping on track with tight deadlines. They are an experienced graphic designer with a strong understanding of design theory and concepts—and a willingness to share their expertise to support colleagues. They also enjoy working in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. As part of a growing team, the Senior Manager of Design Strategy also serves as the chief brand champion, ensuring that every design product or digital output is in alignment with brand guidelines and standards. The Senior Manager of Design Strategy will also lead design for IWPR’s social media platforms and must be well-versed in the creative visualization of data, the creation of social media cards and infographics, and video/animated/multimedia digital content.