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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Drupal Developer
Type: Full Time
Type: Full Time Department: Web Management and Development
Salary: Based on education and experience
Location: NY or DC
CFR is looking for an experienced Drupal developer to extend the capabilities of www.foreignaffairs.com, the website of the bimonthly magazine Foreign Affairs. The site launched on Drupal in April of 2009; you may read a detailed case study about the launch on Drupal.org at http://drupal.org/node/518314. If hired, you will join a team of ten Web professionals who together make up a dedicated digital publishing group within CFR. Your work will center on enhancing the Drupal CMS with custom module development, maintaining the existing code base, and collaborating with vendors like security consultants and sysadmins.
The responsibilities will include (but are not limited to) the following:
• Coordinating with outside developers at the magazine's fulfillment vendor to use APIs to access customer databases.
• Creating customer workflows and mechanisms for rapidly testing new products.
• Developing new content features for the magazine's editorial staff. • Enhancing the facilities for serving ads to enable a greater variety of advertising strategies
Required Qualifications:
• Three or more years of experience as a Drupal developer in LAMP environments.
• Experience in Drupal module development or related Drupal activities highly preferred.
• Experience working on paid-content or other ecommerce sites preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Your ability to collaborate with non-technical professionals outside the Web department is essential.
• Continuing education in Web application development as demonstrated by personal Github repositories, blogging, etc.
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, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter with salary requirements to the Human Resources department at the above address. 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 diverse backgrounds.
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
Posted: January 2013
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Head Houseman of Rental Events
Type: Part Time
Department: Special Events
Salary Range: Hourly; Based on experience
The headquarters for the Council on Foreign Relations is housed in the historic landmark Harold Pratt mansion as well as the state-of-the-art Peterson Conference Center. This combined space is used for several hundred meetings a year and is one of the most sought after locations in Manhattan to rent for corporate meetings, conferences, weddings, and other special events.
The Head Houseman will be part of the Outside Events team and will work closely with the staff who coordinate rental events. He/she will be responsible for overseeing the logistics prior to, during, and following events; in order to ensure that they run efficiently and smoothly and that the facility's appearance meets clients' expectations and is maintained at the highest level.
This position is based on a schedule requiring flexible hours with the ability to work weekends and evenings; and to adjust to seasonal demands (including periodic lengthly shifts).
The principal responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
Preferred Qualifications:
The Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package including health insurance programs and an on-site fitness center.
Qualified candidates should email a list of qualifications and experience 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: September 2012
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
Posted: January 2013
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Production Editor, Publishing
Type: Full Time
Title: Production Editor, Publishing
Salary: Based on education and experience
The Publishing department, part of the David Rockefeller Studies Program, is responsible for editing and producing CFR's print and online publications and for ensuring editorial consistency across CFR, its promotional materials, and its website. The production editor will work closely with the editorial director, associate editor, the Director of Studies office, fellows and research associates, and program staff across the organization.
The principal responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
• Coordinating the editing, proofreading, production, printing, and mailing of all CFR reports, including trafficking manuscripts between authors, editors, designers, and printers;
• Building webpages and maintaining the Publications section of the website, including posting video links, reviews, and other relevant materials on existing webpages;
• Ensuring editorial consistency across the website and in CFR's print and promotional materials, including the member newsletter, brochures, flyers, and advertisements;
• Serving as a resource for all CFR staff on editing, grammar, and publishing questions;
• Creating and updating departmental marketing materials and working with the editorial director on the overall marketing strategy for CFR publications;
• Supervising research associates working on a publication; and
• Managing the department's intern.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Degree in English, writing, or related subject
• Previous editorial/production experience in a fast-paced environment; four years or more in trade, academic, or nonprofit publishing preferred
• Outstanding spelling and grammar skills and knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style
• Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle deadlines
• Ability to learn quickly (namely new technology) and strong interest in the evolving publishing landscape
• Proven supervisory skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat; knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop helpful
• Experience working with a content management system and HTML useful
Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, 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 4000+ 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 CFR's award winning website, CFR.org.
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.
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: February 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
Posted: February 2013
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Publishing Associate
Type: Full Time
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Publishing Associate
Salary: Based upon education and experience
Foreign Affairs seeks an exceptionally organized and dynamic self-motivated individual to assist with all areas of the magazine's business operations. The right candidate for this position will pay superior attention to detail and be able to juggle multiple requests across the department. The candidate will be comfortable working with spreadsheets and databases, but also has strong written and verbal communication skills. The role requires significant administrative support, but also provides the opportunity to learn all aspects of the magazine business from production to advertising to digital development.
The principal responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to:
Preferred Qualifications:
Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations 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 4000+ 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 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: February 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
Posted: February 2013
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Research Associate, Global Health
Type: Full Time
Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., New York, NY 10065
FAX: (212) 434-9893
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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Research Associate – Global Health
Salary: Based on education and experience
Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is an independent national membership organization and a nonpartisan center for scholars dedicated to producing and disseminating ideas so that individual and corporate members, as well as policymakers, journalists, students, and interested citizens in the United States and other countries can better understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States and other governments. CFR, which is headquartered in New York with an office in Washington, DC, does this by: convening meetings where prominent thinkers debate and discuss the major issues of our time; conducting a wide-ranging studies program; publishing Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal covering international affairs and U.S. foreign policy; maintaining a diverse membership; sponsoring independent task forces; and providing up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on CFR's website, cfr.org.
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. CFR's Global Health Program, established in 2004, seeks to integrate—in both study and in practice—critical issues of global health into U.S. foreign policymaking. Issues include, but are not limited to: emerging infectious diseases (notably HIV/AIDS and avian flu) and noncommunicable diseases (such as cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's), worldwide inequities in life expectancy and maternal mortality, global shortage of health workers, weakness of health systems, and rising threats posed by biological and chemical weapons.
The Research Associate will work under the direction of Senior Fellow for Global Health Laurie Garrett. Garrett is the only author to have been awarded the three big "Ps" in journalism: the Polk, the Peabody, and the Pulitzer. A highly sought after expert on many global health issues, including global health funding, HIV/AIDS, and biosecurity, Garrett's work has helped to make CFR a leader in the field of global health and foreign policy. The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
Preferred Qualifications:
Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above contact information. 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.
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
Posted: February 2013
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Research Associate, U.S. Foreign Policy
Type: Full Time
Location: New York, New York
Salary: Based upon experience and education
The Research Associate will work under the direction of the President Emeritus and Board Senior Fellow focusing on U.S. foreign policy. The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
Preferred Qualifications:
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, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department, preferably via email to humanresources@cfr.org. 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: February 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
Posted: February 2013
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Drupal Developer
Type: Full Time
Type: Full Time Department: Web Management and Development
Salary: Based on education and experience
Location: NY or DC
CFR is looking for an experienced Drupal developer to extend the capabilities of www.foreignaffairs.com, the website of the bimonthly magazine Foreign Affairs. The site launched on Drupal in April of 2009; you may read a detailed case study about the launch on Drupal.org at http://drupal.org/node/518314. If hired, you will join a team of ten Web professionals who together make up a dedicated digital publishing group within CFR. Your work will center on enhancing the Drupal CMS with custom module development, maintaining the existing code base, and collaborating with vendors like security consultants and sysadmins.
The responsibilities will include (but are not limited to) the following:
• Coordinating with outside developers at the magazine's fulfillment vendor to use APIs to access customer databases.
• Creating customer workflows and mechanisms for rapidly testing new products.
• Developing new content features for the magazine's editorial staff. • Enhancing the facilities for serving ads to enable a greater variety of advertising strategies
Required Qualifications:
• Three or more years of experience as a Drupal developer in LAMP environments.
• Experience in Drupal module development or related Drupal activities highly preferred.
• Experience working on paid-content or other ecommerce sites preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Your ability to collaborate with non-technical professionals outside the Web department is essential.
• Continuing education in Web application development as demonstrated by personal Github repositories, blogging, etc.
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, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter with salary requirements to the Human Resources department at the above address. 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 diverse backgrounds.
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
Posted: January 2013
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Human Resources Associate
Type: Full Time
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: Based upon education and experience
As part of the human resources team, the human resources associate will provide support on all departmental functions, with a focus on recruitment, employee activities, benefits, training, record management, and lead all efforts with CFR's volunteer internship program in the Washington, DC office. The associate will also provide daily reception services support.
The principal responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
Preferred Qualifications:
Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations is the leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. The headquarters is in New York City, with a new, state of the art location in the heart of Washington, D.C. The Council's 4,000+ members are prominent leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. The Council 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 the Council's Emmy award-winning website,CFR.org.
The Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, such as generous leave policies, a health and wellness initiative including 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 February 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
Posted: February 2013
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