Career Opportunities

Welcome to the Council on Foreign Relations Career Opportunities homepage, where you can learn more about employment with our organization.

CFR offers exceptional opportunities for individuals at all levels in their careers, from recent graduates interested in our openings for Research Associates and Program Assistants for pursuing a career in international relations, to skilled professionals in a service area such as development or information services.

Below are links to current openings at the Council on Foreign Relations. CFR updates this section on a daily basis. The Council on Foreign Relations also offers volunteer internships for college students, graduate students, or graduates focusing on international relations or pursuing a career in foreign policy or a related field.

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Deputy Director, Corporate Programming and Strategic Initiatives


Posted: April 2013 Location: New York Salary Rate: Based on education and experience Type: Full Time Department: Corporate Program and Strategic Partnerships

The Corporate Program, the Council's primary point of contact with the private sector, offers a unique forum for executives of approximately 170 leading business and financial firms to explore issues at the nexus of business and foreign policy. In addition to other benefits, the Council's corporate members are offered an array of programming options, including conference calls, roundtable discussions, general meetings, and a two-day annual conference held in the spring. The Corporate Program is also involved in developing targeted strategic partnerships with member companies and other organizations.

The responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

  • Leading development and implementation of regular corporate programming, including the annual conference and other regular series' on topics at the nexus of business and policy, in coordination with vice president and directors
  • Engaging Corporate members substantively in CFR's work by developing programming and new initiatives that address the evolving priorities of current and prospective member companies and support the team's member relations and corporate development objectives
  • Managing and coordinating external communications and logistics for events and collaborating with others within and across departments (communications staff, events management staff, etc.)
  • Supervising programming associate and managing a programming intern to assist with programming research and logistics, as well as coordinating closely with DC Programming staff
  • Working closely with the vice president and team to help conceptualize and implement programming for the Global Board of Advisers and develop targeted partnerships with member companies and other organizations.
  • Managing the programming budget strategy and process in coordination with the directors
  • Representing the department in cross-departmental meetings

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 7 years related experience, including some experience in the private sector
  • Prior management and supervisory experience
  • Degree in international relations or related field, with high academic achievement
  • Demonstrated interest in and understanding of issues that are at the center of business and international relations
  • Experience in developing and implementing events, as well as audience development skills
  • Dynamic, results-oriented team player, with outstanding execution skills and the proven ability to work both independently and in a highly collaborative environment
  • Proactive and innovative thinker, with the proven ability to execute new initiatives
  • Excellent oral and written communication and networking skills
  • Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; knowledge of HTML a plus
  • Ability to work morning and evening events

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 4,700+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the below address. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Posted: April 2013

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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Interdepartmental Program Associate


Posted: May 2013 Location: New York Salary Rate: Based on education and experience Type: Full Time Department: Human Resources

The Interdepartmental Program Associate is part of the Human Resources department, reports to the Deputy Director, Human Resources, and is assigned to work in departments that request help with general duties and deadlines. The position is an excellent introduction to the operations of the CFR and may lead to promotion, depending on availability of positions and job performance.

The principal responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

  • Working as a relief receptionist, including greeting and announcing visitors and answering CFR's switchboard, which has a high volume of calls.
  • Substituting for a staff member who is out of the office, including handling event coordination, Microsoft office work, and possibly proofreading, editing, research and business writing.
  • Assisting a department that is working on a deadline or is preparing for a large event or conference.
  • Handling institutional assignments from the Executive Office, including assisting with logistics for Board of Director meetings.
  • Assisting in the Human Resources department, including scheduling candidates for interviews, conducting reference checks, assisting with event planning, and other ongoing department projects.
  • Assisting with phone calls and other event logistics for meetings.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in International Relations or related area with high academic achievement
  • Related administrative experience
  • Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • Strong writing, research, and organizational skills
  • Flexibility to adapt to a changing schedule and multitasking several projects at one time
  • Availability to work overtime

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is the nation's premier foreign policy think tank. It is a unique organization, part think tank, part publisher, part membership and non-governmental organization. It is dedicated to strengthening America's role in and understanding of the world by better comprehending global trends and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR does this through cutting-edge studies, serious, civil discussions, and rigorous analyses. CFR's headquarters is located in one of New York's grand Park Avenue mansions, with an additional office in Washington, D.C.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Posted: May 2013

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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Online Writer/Editor, Economics


Posted: April 2013 Location: New York Salary Rate: Based upon education and experience Type: Full Time Department: CFR.org

CFR.org is the Council's award-winning web site and a leading source of content, analysis , and foreign policy options. It publishes a mix of resources, including interactive Crisis Guides, Daily News briefs, backgrounders, and interviews with foreign policy leaders. CFR.org collaborates closely withCFR's think tank staff on its content, and features insights fromCFRFellows in a number of ways, including Expert Briefs, op-eds, and podcasts.

The Online Writer/Editor will work under the direction of the site's Editor, and will work closely with the CFR.org team. The responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

  • Serve asCFR.org's main staff writer/editor on global economic developments and policy, including global finance, energy security and science/technology. The staff writer will be expected to research, report, and write Backgrounders on a regular basis.
  • Conduct interviews with experts and policymakers and produce material that relate to major news developments in beat area.
  • Contribute to compiling the Daily News Brief (DNB) on occasion during the business week. TheDNB is a newsletter with more than 25,000 subscribers that gives a daily roundup of major international new developments from a wide range of English-language sources.
  • Serve as the website's principal liason withCFR's Center for Geoeconomic Studies, including discussing and coordinating web site coverage with the Center's staff on a regular basis.
  • Copy edit and proofread the work of other staffers.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years experience writing for a daily news publication, preferably online; experience writing on economic topics
  • Ability to write and process information under deadlines
  • Degree in global economics, public policy, or related field with high academic achievement
  • Strong writing, reporting, editing, and proofreading skills

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in NY, offices in Washington, D.C., and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S.foreign policy. The Council's 4700+ members are the leading scholars and practitioners in international affairs and foreign policy. The Council also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on global issues. The Council is host to a wide range of views, but an advocate of none.

The Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including generous leave policies and health insurance programs, an on-site fitness center, and professional development training.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Posted: April 2013

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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Program Coordinator, New York Meetings


Posted: March 2013 Location: New York Salary Rate: Based on education and experience Type: Full Time Department: New York Meetings

New York Meetings provides CFR members in New York with the opportunity to exchange ideas with international policymakers, opinion shapers, and respected experts on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy. Each year, New York Meetings convenes over 150 programs including panel discussions, film screenings, single-speaker events, debates, roundtable discussions, videoconferences, conference calls, symposia, and conferences. New York Meetings also organizes events and trips for CFR's term members.

The principal responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to:

  • Developing and researching ideas for potential speakers and topics for meetings.
  • Acting as a liaison between CFR and the presiders and speakers for each event, including providing all the necessary details for each meeting such as room set up, discussion format, and registered attendees.
  • Coordinating logistics for meetings, including drafting meeting announcements, speaker and presider invitations, maintaining database of event information, audience development, posting meeting information and related readings on the CFR member website, attending meetings to oversee logistics, and working closely with CFR's event management staff and other departments.
  • Coordinating logistics for term member roundtables, workshops, and trips.
  • Handling post event follow-up work, including writing thank you letters to speakers and presiders, and processing vouchers.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Degree in International Relations or related field with high academic achievement and knowledge of current foreign policy issues required; Master's degree strongly preferred.
  • 2+ years related experience, including experience in administrative aspects of event planning.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
  • Strong MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and database skills.
  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team.
  • Flexible schedule to accommodate early morning and evening events.

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in NY, offices in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 4700+ members are the leading scholars and practitioners in international affairs and foreign policy. The Council also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on global issues. CFR is host to the widest possible range of views, but an advocate of none.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Posted: March 2013

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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Research Associate, Civil Society, Markets, and Democracy (CSM&D) Program


Posted: April 2013 Location: New York Salary Rate: Based on education and experience Type: Full Time Department: David Rockefeller Studies Program

CFR's Studies Program is one of the country's largest foreign policy think tanks, with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program's aim is to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions.

The Research Associate will work with the director of the CSM&D program, focusing on political and economic development, civil society, and education reform, primarily in the Middle East (the Arab states and North Africa). The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

  • Researching specific areas as requested by the director, for articles, book chapters, and other publications
  • Handling writing assignments, summarizing research findings, and assisting with proofreading and fact checking of articles, book chapters, and other written materials
  • Tracking news and data sources
  • Contributing to the director's social media presence by monitoring Twitter, updating Facebook, and flagging relevant content
  • Coordinating events, including preparing invitations, making travel arrangements, corresponding with speakers and presiders, preparing background papers and materials for distribution, and providing other logistical support
  • Providing administrative support to the director, including composing business correspondence, managing email, scheduling and calendar management, and responding to media and information requests
  • Managing budgets, including preparing budgets and tracking monthly statements, monitoring grant information and writing grant reports and proposals, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement
  • Planning international travel for the director in the Middle East and North Africa
  • Recruiting and overseeing the work of the program's intern.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • High academic credentials and degree in international relations or related field with significant coursework focused on the Middle East
  • Outstanding research and writing skills, with demonstrated research experience on Middle East and North Africa, education reform, civil society, and broadly international development and foreign policy issues
  • Strong reading and translation skills in Arabic desirable
  • 1+ year(s) related administrative and/or internship experience preferred; experience coordinating events strongly preferred
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media
  • Some experience with budgets preferred but not required

Excellent benefits package includes an on-site fitness center, tuition reimbursement, generous health insurance and leave benefits, and the opportunity to attend Council-sponsored meetings.

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 4,700+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the human resources department. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Posted: April 2013

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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Research Associate, Middle East


Posted: May 2013 Location: New York Salary Rate: Based on education and experience Type: Full Time Department: David Rockefeller Studies Program

CFR's David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country's largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program aims to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions.

The Research Associate will be supporting a Senior Fellow whose work focuses on the Middle East, but with a special concentration on political Islam, radicalization, and terrorism.

The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

  • Providing administrative support to the fellow, handling correspondence, scheduling, and responding to requests for information
  • Researching specific areas for op-eds, articles, book chapters, and other publications, as requested by the fellow
  • Tracking news, significant analyses of Middle Eastern and Islamist movement politics, and other data sources
  • Monitoring media and policy developments among European governments and Muslim communities
  • Assisting with the brainstorming, proofreading and editing of articles, book chapters, and other written material
  • Coordinating events, including preparing invitations, travel arrangements, corresponding with speakers and presiders, helping to prepare background papers and materials for distribution, and providing other logistical support
  • Managing budgets, including preparing budgets and tracking monthly statements, monitoring grant information and writing reports and requests, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement
  • Implementing social media strategy to ensure maximum visibility of all products and publications.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Middle Eastern Studies, International Relations, Political Science, and/or History, and/or Middle with high academic credentials
  • Strong Arabic language skills
  • 1+ years related administrative experience desirable
  • Strong research, writing, and editing skills
  • Strong organizational, and program planning skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent computer skills, including MS Word and the Internet

Founded in 1921, CFR is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 4,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Posted May 2013

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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Research Associate, Women and Foreign Policy


Posted: April 2013 Location: New York Salary Rate: Based on education and experience Type: Full Time Department: David Rockefeller Studies Program

Salary: Based on education and experience

CFR's David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country's largest foreign policy think tanks. Its widely respected and influential research staff of more than seventy scholars advances the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through their research, writing, and public outreach.

The Research Associate will work under the direction of the Fellow of the Women and Foreign Policy Program, a project of CFR's Civil Society, Markets, and Democracy Initiative. The Women and Foreign Policy Program aims to bring the status of women firmly into the mainstream foreign policy debate and addresses the relationship between women's empowerment and stability, security, prosperity, and development. The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

  • Researching specific areas as requested by the Fellow, for articles, book chapters, and other publications
  • Handling writing assignments, summarizing research findings, and composing business correspondence
  • Tracking news and data sources on women's issues
  • Assisting with the proofreading and editing of articles, book chapters, and other written materials
  • Coordinating events, including preparing invitations, making travel arrangements, corresponding with speakers and presiders, preparing background papers and materials for distribution, and providing other logistical support
  • Providing administrative support to the Fellow, handling correspondence, scheduling and calendar management, and responding to media and information requests
  • Managing budgets, including preparing budgets and tracking monthly statements, monitoring grant information and writing reports and requests, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement
  • Managing the Fellow's presence on the internet and social media, including conducting research for and editing blog posts, selecting photographs, and moderating reader comments

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in International Relations, or related field as well as coursework in women's studies and/or international development
  • 1+ year(s) related administrative and/or internship experience preferred; experience coordinating events strongly preferred
  • Outstanding research, writing, and editing skills, with demonstrated research experience on women's issues and broader development and foreign policy issues
  • Strong organizational and planning skills and high attention to detail
  • Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and internet research
  • Experience with budget management and/or website maintenance preferred

Founded in 1921, CFR is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 4,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background

Posted: April 2013

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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Technical Trainer/Associate Database Manager


Posted: March 2013 Location: New York Salary Rate: Based on education and experience Type: Full Time

The Technical Trainer/Associate Database Manager will act as the Council's (CFR) institutional trainer for all applications of the Information Services department. He/she will also assist with the management of CFR's extensive database. The principal responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

  • Conduct a high volume of staff training using a multi-faceted approach that includes but is not limited to white board, videos, Webex, videoconferencing, and standard instructor-led methods
  • Develop and conduct training on a number of applications; including Microsoft Word and Excel including advanced functions, computer security protocol, use of CFR's Customer Relationship Management database system, and use of CFR's ShoreTel phone system
  • Assist with the management of CFR's extensive database; including duplicate record management, organization and sub-organizations records, updating member records, and quality control of users' database entries
  • Provide support for record queries; including creation of queries to import files, writing queries for statistical and list building output, and maintaining and documenting existing queries
  • Provide technical support on client software upon request
  • Provide departmental and project support upon request

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BA degree or similar education in a related field, with strong academic credentials
  • Minimum 3 years related experience as a technical trainer in the areas stated above
  • Strong experience in developing training programs in the areas outlined above
  • Strong knowledge of databases, queries, and Boolean logic
  • Strong knowledge of SQL Server; pervasive SQL skills a plus
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Familiarity with desktop operating systems
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
  • Proven ability to be a highly productive, results-oriented problem solver; project management experience; ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including periodic staff weekend coverage
  • Excellent understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced functions
  • Strong understanding of relational database theory, design, maintenance, and query construction
  • Ability to lift and carry weight of up to 20 pounds

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 4,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

Qualified candidates should email or fax a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Posted: March 2013

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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Multimedia Coordinator


Posted: May 2013 Location: Washington Salary Rate: Based on education and experience Type: Full Time Department: CFR.org

CFR.org is CFR's award-winning website and a leading source of foreign policy analysis. It publishes a mix of resources, including interactives, Daily News Briefs, Backgrounders, and interviews with foreign policy experts. CFR.org collaborates closely with CFR's think tank on its content and features insights from CFR fellows in a number of ways, including Expert Briefs and video interviews.The Multimedia Coordinator will provide administrative and editorial support to a team of writers and producers under the direction of CFR.org's Editor and the Deputy Director for Multimedia.

The responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

  • Handle administrative responsibilities, such as maintaining the overall department budget, grant reporting, coordinating departmental meetings and scheduling, assisting with project management.
  • Support the editorial team in coordinating day-to-day activities including content distribution and publishing.
  • Support the multimedia team in managing, producing, and marketing CFR.org's growing volume of multimedia content, including interactive productions, videos, podcasts, and graphics.
  • Serve as the point person for CFR.org's social media initiatives and monitoring of web analytics.
  • Train interns and new staff on multimedia techniques and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BA degree in International Relations, Journalism, Communications or a related field, with high academic credentials.
  • Experience working with budgets, accounts payable, receivable, and grant reporting required.
  • Experience in multimedia journalism or communications with a strong demonstrated interest in social media.
  • Strong written and oral communications skills.
  • Familiarity with digital editing tools such as Photoshop and web publishing standards a plus.
  • Ability to work as a team player, with colleagues in two cities – New York and Washington, DC.
  • Ability to multitask and work flexible hours (if necessary).

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher. Founded in 1921, CFR is dedicated to being a resource for its members, government officials, business executives, journalists, educators and students, civic and religious leaders, and other interested citizens to better understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States and other countries. CFR, with headquarters located in New York City and an office in Washington, DC, conducts outreach programs to target constituencies nationwide. The organization's 4,500+ members are leaders in global issues and include representatives from a broad range of fields. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on international affairs. CFR provides commentary and analysis about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org, on ForeignAffairs.com, and through social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the human resources department. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Posted: May 2013

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
1777 F St. NW, Washington DC,20006
FAX +1 202.509.8490
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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Research Associate, Center for Preventive Action


Posted: May 2013 Location: Washington Salary Rate: Based on education and experience Type: Full Time Department: David Rockefeller Studies Program

The Council's David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country's largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program's aim is to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions.

The Center for Preventive Action (CPA) seeks to help prevent, defuse, or resolve deadly conflicts around the world and to expand the body of knowledge on conflict prevention. It does so by creating a forum in which representatives of governments, international organizations, nongovernmental organizations, corporations, and civil society can gather to develop operational and timely strategies for promoting peace in specific conflict situations. The center focuses on conflicts in countries or regions that affect U.S. interests, but may be otherwise overlooked; where prevention appears possible; and when the resources of the Council on Foreign Relations can make a difference.

The Research Associate will work under the direction of the Director and Senior Fellow on projects related to conflict prevention and crisis areas within the Center for Preventive Action. The major responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

  • Conducting qualitative and quantitative research for Center for Preventive Action publications as well as articles and book chapters authored by the Director and Senior Fellow
  • Coordinating events, including suggesting and researching potential topics, determining appropriate invitees, preparing invitations, corresponding with speakers and presiders, helping to prepare background papers and materials for distribution, and providing other logistical support
  • Shepherding reports and articles through the publication process. Drafting, proofreading, formatting, and editing documents for internal use and external publication
  • Managing social media and other digital tools
  • Managing budgets, including tracking monthly statements, monitoring grant information, writing reports and requests, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement
  • Providing administrative support to the Director and Senior Fellow, including scheduling appointments, handling phone calls, making travel arrangements, and drafting correspondence
  • Supporting other Fellows and departments, upon request

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, or related social science field, with high academic achievement; strong knowledge of global affairs required
  • Experience with budget management and/or website maintenance preferred
  • Excellent research, writing, and editing skills
  • Strong organizational and planning skills and high attention to detail
  • Experience with website maintenance preferred
  • Related internship or professional experience
  • Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and internet research

Founded in 1921, CFR is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 4,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Posted May 2013

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
1777 F St. NW, Washington DC,20006
FAX +1 202.509.8490
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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Research Associate, Latin America


Posted: May 2013 Location: Washington Salary Rate: Based on education and experience Type: Full Time Department: David Rockefeller Studies Program

CFR's David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country's largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program's aim is to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions.

As part of the Studies Program, the Research Associate will report to the Nelson and David Rockefeller Senior Fellow for Latin America Studies and Director for Latin America Studies, as well as provide support to the broader Latin America Program at CFR. The Washington-based Latin American Program examines general themes relating to Latin America and the Western Hemisphere, with a particular focus on Brazil and Cuba.The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

  • Providing administrative support, handling correspondence, scheduling, and responding to requests for information
  • Research and writing for op-eds, articles, book chapters, and other publications, as requested by the fellow
  • Assisting with the proofreading and editing of articles, book chapters, and other written material
  • Coordinating events, including preparing invitations, travel arrangements, corresponding with speakers and presiders, helping to prepare background papers and materials for distribution, and providing other logistical support
  • Managing budgets, including preparing budgets and tracking monthly statements, monitoring grant information and writing reports and requests, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement
  • Manage fellow's presence on social media, including publishing a blog, website, video, and/or using social media applications such as Twitter, Google+, etc., as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BA degree in International Relations, Political Science and/or Latin America Studies, with high academic credentials
  • 1 year related administrative and/or internship experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong research, proofreading, and editing skills
  • Proven capacity to multitask and work independently
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Fluency and/or proficiency in both Spanish and PortugueseKnowledge of Spanish language a plus.
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Email, including advanced functions such as mail merge

Founded in 1921, CFR is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 4,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Posted May 2013

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
1777 F St. NW, Washington DC,20006
FAX +1 202.509.8490
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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