Associate Director, Professional Development

The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is the largest manufacturing association in the United States, representing manufacturers in every industrial sector and in all 50 states. The mission of the NAM is to be the voice for all manufacturing in the United States.


Job Title: Associate Director, Professional Development
Division: Finance & Administration
Department: Strategic Communities
Reports To: Director, Innovation Content
FLSA Status/Level: Exempt; Senior Professional
Location: DC Headquarters

Position Overview:
The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is the most influential voice for manufacturing in the United States—representing many of the world’s most iconic brands and thousands of small and medium manufacturers across the country. The Associate Director, Professional Development will play an integral role in influencing change, to contribute to a movement where your work genuinely matters and helps craft the narrative of U.S. manufacturing.

The Associate Director, Professional Development, will enhance and manage professional development content for the Manufacturing Leadership Council (MLC) and the Innovation Research Interchange (IRI). This role is responsible for managing all professional development programming to ensure that it provides member value.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Content Management & Accessibility:
• Create, curate, and maintain a robust library of professional development content, including on-demand learning modules, workshops, courses, and other learning materials.
• Work closely with the MLC and IRI teams to identify emerging topics and develop new content that aligns with member needs and industry trends.
• Manage and optimize the Learning Management System, ensuring it is user-friendly and provides a seamless learning experience.
• Coordinate the design and planning of executive education programs with academic partners.
Professional Development Program Design:
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, industry leaders, and internal teams to design and deliver high-impact professional development programs.
• Use data-driven insights to evaluate the effectiveness of programs, continuously improve content based on member feedback and engagement analytics.
• Compile and analyze member feedback on content and learning needs, using this information to refine offerings and ensure they meet the evolving demands of the industry.
Session Facilitation:
• Lead and facilitate professional development sessions that engage participants and encourage active collaboration.
• Apply interactive facilitation techniques and frameworks to translate concepts into practical, actionable skills.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
• Partner with the MLC and IRI leadership teams to align professional development initiatives with overall strategic objectives.
• Work cross-functionally to develop and execute strategies to drive member engagement with professional development programming and LMS content, including targeted communications and campaigns.
• Work with the strategic partnership team to identify revenue generation opportunities within professional development programming.
Data Analysis & Reporting:
• Track key performance metrics for all professional development content, providing regular reports on engagement, feedback, and areas for improvement.
• Use data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for new content development or existing content enhancement.
The above list of responsibilities is representative of the position and is not intended to limit or preclude other responsibilities and tasks that may be associated with or added to the position.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• None

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in education, Learning & Development, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience in professional development, learning management, or content curation, preferably within an association or membership-driven organization.
• Familiarity with adult learning modes and techniques.
• Experience managing Learning Management Systems (LMS) and working with content management tools.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a member-first approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed recommendations.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals wi