Sr. Program Associate

ABOUT ZERO TO THREE Founded in 1977, ZERO TO THREE works to ensure that babies and toddlers benefit from the early connections that are critical to their well-being and development. Our mission is to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. At ZERO TO THREE , we envision a society with the knowledge and will to support all infants and toddlers in reaching their full potential. Our Core Values Statement: We believe that how we do our work is as important as what we do. To learn more about ZERO TO THREE , please visit our website at zerotothree.org. SUMMARY The Sr. Program Associate, Operations and Executive Support will serve as a trusted partner to the Chief Policy Officer and Policy Center Leadership Team, providing comprehensive administrative, operational, and project support. Reporting to the Lead Impact Officer, this role helps ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the Policy Center through executive support, financial management, meeting and event support, communications, and document preparation. The Sr. Program Associate will build strong relationships across ZERO TO THREE and with external partners and stakeholders, delivering exceptional customer service while fostering collaboration and supporting the successful execution of departmental priorities and initiatives. The position also leverages technology and AI-enabled tools to improve processes, streamline workflows, and enhance organizational effectiveness. The Sr. Program Associate will handle sensitive organizational and personnel information and must demonstrate a high degree of integrity, discretion, and sound judgment in maintaining confidentiality. This is a remote position requiring the Sr. Program Associate to reside within the Washington, DC Metro area. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Executive and Administrative Support Provide administrative and operational support to the Chief Policy Officer and other senior leaders, including calendar and project management, me