Global Campaigns and Special Projects Manager, Global Affairs

About the Role

The Global Affairs team at Openai leads the company's engagement with policymakers, institutions, industry leaders, and communities shaping the future of AI. The team's mission is to ensure that artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity, requiring deep, durable engagement with external stakeholders. The Global Campaigns and Special Projects Manager will sit at the center of a highly cross-functional and globally distributed environment, helping to translate broad strategic priorities into coordinated execution.

As a key member of the Global Affairs team, the Global Campaigns and Special Projects Manager will work closely with research, product, legal, communications, partnerships, and go-to-market teams to anticipate emerging issues, shape proactive engagement strategies, and advance Openai's mission internationally.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate activities across multiple policy initiatives and special projects, tracking progress, surfacing risks, and helping ensure successful execution
• Partner closely with the VP of Global Policy and cross-functional leadership to support proactive global initiatives and external engagement strategies
• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of international policy campaigns, executive engagements, convenings, partnerships, and strategic external moments
• Help develop and maintain integrated planning systems across campaigns and special projects, including timelines, stakeholder trackers, milestones, briefing materials, and execution workflows
• Help develop operating rhythms and follow through across distributed teams to ensure priorities and projects are aligned across time zones, functions, and regional priorities
• Work across functions to coordinate initiatives, facilitate communication, and support alignment among key stakeholders
• Prepare high-quality briefing materials, strategic updates, presentations, talking points, and stakeholder materials for senior internal and external audiences
• Help identify emerging geopolitical, policy, reputational, and ecosystem developments and translate them into actionable execution plans and engagement opportunities
• Build lightweight systems and processes that improve coordination, accountability, operational visibility, and campaign execution across a complex global portfolio
• Develop and leverage AI-enabled workflows and tools to strengthen organizational effectiveness, project management, and information synthesis

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in managing global policy campaigns, partnerships, and external engagement
• Strong background in Excel and experience with AI tools and workflows
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage complex global projects
• Strong operational discipline and sound judgment, with the ability to work in a fast-moving environment
• Experience working in a cross-functional and globally distributed environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work with senior internal and external audiences
• Ability to develop and maintain integrated planning systems and operating rhythms
• Experience with policy initiative development and execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify emerging issues and develop actionable plans

Nice to Have

• Experience working in the tech industry, particularly in AI or related fields
• Knowledge of global policy and regulatory frameworks, particularly in the AI sector
• Experience with AI-enabled workflows and tools, such as project management software and data analytics platforms
• Familiarity with international institutions and global governance frameworks

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge AI company
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs
• Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Access to the latest AI tools and technologies
• Comprehensive health insurance and benefits package
• Generous paid time off and vacation policy
• Opportunity to work with a talented and diverse team of professionals

• Tip: Showcase your experience with Excel and AI tools in your application, highlighting specific examples of how you've used these tools to drive campaign execution and project management.
• Be prepared to discuss your approach to managing complex global projects, including your strategies for coordinating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Consider developing a portfolio of your work, including examples of briefing materials, strategic updates, and presentations you've created for senior internal and external audiences.
• When negotiating salary, be sure to research the market rate for similar roles and highlight your unique skills and experience.
• Red flag: Be cautious of companies that lack transparency around their mission and values, or that have a history of poor leadership or unethical practices.
• Tip: Practice your communication skills, including your ability to articulate complex ideas and strategies to senior internal and external audiences.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience working in a cross-functional and globally distributed environment, including your strategies for building relationships with remote teams and stakeholders.