Special Assistant to the President, Research

Description

Overview: The Special Assistant will work under the direction of the Council’s President and the President’s Chief of Staff. Qualified candidates will have related experience that demonstrate deep knowledge of international relations, and have required judgment, strong writing and editing skills, the ability to prioritize, and experience dealing with high profile individuals.


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

• Providing research assistance on long term writing projects for the President.
• Providing additional research to the President on various foreign policy topics, including to support production of op-eds, speeches, moderating scripts, etc.
• Editing and/or proofreading written material, including articles/op-eds, speeches, Council publications, and summaries of research findings.
• Coordinating the President’s review of draft Council publications and related materials.
• Drafting memorandums of meetings with foreign officials.
• Assisting with the President’s high-level meetings and events (including on international travel), by preparing background materials, rapporteuring, and providing other logistical support.
• Providing additional administrative support to the President and Chief of Staff as needed.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in International Relations or a related field (or equivalent years of related experience), with high academic credentials and broad knowledge of current foreign policy issues preferred.
• Outstanding research skills.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills. (Writing samples will be required later in the process.) Experience in journalism or communications a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent computer and database management skills.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team.

Pay Range $60,000 to $65,000 per year Pay commensurate with experience and education About CFR: 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 5,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent magazine on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.
The Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including an award-winning health and wellness program, an on-site fitness center, and generous leave policies and health insurance programs.
The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.