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Publications Internship

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:50:41 -0400

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

Fall Internship
Department: Publications

The Council on Foreign Relations is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher dedicated to being a resource for its members, government officials, business executives, journalists, educators and students, civic and religious leaders, and other interested citizens in order to help them better understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States and other countries. Founded in 1921, the Council carries out its mission by maintaining a diverse membership, with special programs to promote interest and develop expertise in the next generation of foreign policy leaders; convening meetings at its headquarters in New York and in Washington, DC, and other cities where senior government officials, members of Congress, global leaders, and prominent thinkers come together with Council members to discuss and debate major international issues; supporting a Studies Program that fosters independent research, enabling Council scholars to produce articles, reports, and books and hold roundtables that analyze foreign policy issues and make concrete policy recommendations; publishing Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy; sponsoring Independent Task Forces that produce reports with both findings and policy prescriptions on the most important foreign policy topics; and providing up-to-date information and analysis about world events and American foreign policy on its website, CFR.org.

The Publications Department is involved in the editing, production, and marketing of Council books, Task Force reports, Council Special Reports, the Annual Report, and papers on a wide range of issues.

The responsibilities of the intern include (but are not limited to):

Assist Publications Department and the Director and Associate Editor in the production, editing, and marketing of Task Force reports and Council Special Reports as well as other miscellaneous projects
Participate in projects on CFR.org and partner websites
Assist with administrative tasks as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

Undergraduate or graduate student focusing on International Relations, Journalism, English, History, or a related field
Excellent editing, reading, and writing skills (background in editing, writing, and/or research preferred)
Strong attention to detail and personal initiative
Proficiency in Word and Excel; Photoshop a plus
Excellent computer skills (Internet research)
Ability to work under pressure, both independently and as a member of a team
Candidates should be prepared to work 15-20 hrs/wk

A modest stipend is offered upon completion of the internship.

Please email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter INCLUDING POSITION NAME, DAYS AND TIMES AVAILABLE TO WORK to the Human Resources Office at the above address. The Council on Foreign Relations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Quality, diversity, and balance are the key objectives sought by the Council on Foreign Relations in the composition of its workforce.

Posted: July 2008

Meetings Internship

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:50:30 -0400

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

Fall Internship
Department: Meetings

The Meetings Program seeks to achieve a mix of speakers and issues that respond to the interests of a diverse Council membership and constantly adjusts to the new issues shaping American foreign policy. The Meetings intern provides valuable support for the department in all aspects of meeting organization.

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

Assisting staff in all facets of event preparation and staging, including helping during events in the early morning (7:45-9:00am ), afternoon (12:30-2:00pm ), evening (5:30-7:00pm ), and at dinners (7:00-8:30pm ).
Assisting with correspondence with speakers and confirmation calls to member participants.
Providing research on current events in U.S.foreign policy and general administrative support.
Assisting with general administrative support, such as filing and copying.

Qualifications:

Academic major in international affairs, political science, regional studies, or economics is preferred, though students with a relevant academic, extracurricular or intellectual commitment to international affairs are encouraged to apply.
·Relevant experience in organizing events
Extremely detail-oriented
Ability to work in a pressured environment
Excellent communication and Microsoft Office skills
·Candidates should be prepared to work at least 2 days a week (15 hours).

A modest stipend is offered upon completion of the internship.

Please mail or fax a resume and cover letterINCLUDING POSITION NAME, DAYS AND TIMES AVAILABLE TO WORK to the Human Resource Office at the above address. The Council on Foreign Relations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Quality, diversity and balance are the key objectives sought by the Council on Foreign Relations in the composition of its workforce.

Posted: July 2008

Foreign Affairs, Publishing Internship

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:52:38 -0400

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

Fall Internship
Department: Foreign Affairs

The Council on Foreign Relations is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher dedicated to being a resource for its members, government officials, business executives, journalists, educators and students, civic and religious leaders, and other interested citizens in order to help them better understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States and other countries. Founded in 1921, the Council takes no institutional positions on matters of policy. The Council carries out its mission by: maintaining a diverse membership, with special programs to promote interest and develop expertise in the next generation of foreign policy leaders; convening meetings at its headquarters in New York and in Washington, DC, and other cities where senior government officials, members of Congress, global leaders, and prominent thinkers come together with Council members to debate and discuss an debate major international issues; supporting a Studies Program that fosters independent research, enabling Council scholars to produce articles, reports, and books and hold roundtables that analyze foreign policy issues and make concrete policy recommendations; publishing Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy; sponsoring Independent Task Forces that produce reports with both findings and policy prescriptions on the most important foreign policy topics; and providing up-to-date information and analysis about world events and American foreign policy on its website,CFR .org

The Foreign Affairs Publishing Department has a strong focus on marketing the magazine to educators, students, foreign policy associations and other non-profit organizations. Foreign Affairs produces academic resources such as Foreign Affairs Books and Custom Textbooks. These titles are used by professors in International Relations, Foreign Policy, and International Political Economy from universities and colleges in the U.S.andCanada . The internship offers an exciting opportunity to learn about marketing, outreach, and academic publishing at the preeminent journal of international affairs.

The main responsibilities of the interns will include (but are not limited to):

· Researching marketing and sales opportunities for the magazine in higher education, including corresponding with educators who use Foreign Affairs in the classroom

Fulfilling examination and desk copy requests for Foreign Affairs Books
Organizing special mailings of Foreign Affairs for publicity purposes/comp copies
Data entry: maintaining central database of academic contacts and magazine comp lists
Maintaining sales spreadsheets and reports of Foreign Affairs products
Assisting with customer service management
Researching web usability and marketing strategies

Qualifications

Educational concentration in Business, Marketing, International Relations, Political Science, Communications Media Studies or Journalism
Previous publishing experience (book or magazine preferred) a plus
Strong computer skills, including MS Word, Excel and internet
Detail oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong communication and customer service skills
Candidates should be prepared to work a minimum of 24 hours per week

A modest stipend is offered upon completion of the internship.

Qualified candidates may email, fax, or mail their resume and cover letter INCLUDING POSITION NAME, DAYS AND TIMES AVAILABLE TO WORK to the above address. The Council on Foreign Relations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Quality, diversity and balance are the key objectives sought by the Council on Foreign Relations in the composition of its workforce.

Posted: July 2008

Corporate Internship

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:53:48 -0400

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

Fall Internship
Department: Corporate

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations 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. The Council, which is headquartered in New York with an office in Washington, DC, does this by: convening meetings in New York, Washington, and in other select American cities where senior government officials, global leaders, and prominent thinkers come together with Council members to debate and discuss the major foreign policy issues of our time; conducting a wide-ranging Studies Program where Council fellows produce articles and books that analyze foreign policy issues and make concrete policy recommendations; publishing Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal covering international affairs and U.S. foreign policy; maintaining a diverse membership, including special programs to foster interest and expertise in the next generation of foreign policy leaders; sponsoring Independent Task Forces whose reports help set the public foreign policy agenda; and providing up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on the Council’s website, CFR.org.

The Corporate Program, the Council’s primary point of contact with the private sector, enlists the business community’s participation in and support of the Council’s activities. Corporate members include over 250 U.S.and non-U.S. firms representing a wide range of business sectors, including financial services, law, manufacturing, consulting, technology, media, and others. Each year the program hosts over 70 events in New YorkandWashington .

By providing administrative support for the Corporate Program, the intern will gain exposure to leading global companies and economic and political issues affecting international business while building important business skills.

The responsibilities of the intern will include:

Researching multinational companies that may be interested in joining the Corporate Program
Participating in the administration of conferences and meetings, including making follow-up phone calls to invitees and staffing events
Maintaining accurate Corporate member records
Assisting with general administrative duties as required

Qualifications

Undergraduate preferred or graduate student with a concentration in International Relations and/or Business/Economics
Experience in a corporate environment preferred; prior administrative experience and telephone skills would be a plus
Excellent writing and communication skills
Strong computer skills; data base experience; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Excellent attention to detail
Superior telephone etiquette
Candidates should be prepared to work 16 hrs/wk (2 eight hour days preferred; Fridays are not preferred).

The intern will report to the Associate Director of Corporate Affairs. A modest stipend is offered upon completion of the internship.

Posted: July 2008

Communications Internship

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:55:00 -0400

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

Fall Internship
Department: Communications

The Council on Foreign Relations is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher dedicated to being a resource for its members, government officials, business executives, journalists, educators and students, civic and religious leaders, and other interested citizens in order to help them better understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States and other countries. Founded in 1921, the Council takes no institutional positions on matters of policy. The Council carries out its mission by: maintaining a diverse membership, with special programs to promote interest and develop expertise in the next generation of foreign policy leaders; convening meetings at its headquarters in New York and in Washington, DC, and other cities where senior government officials, members of Congress, global leaders, and prominent thinkers come together with Council members to debate and discuss an debate major international issues; supporting a Studies Program that fosters independent research, enabling Council scholars to produce articles, reports, and books and hold roundtables that analyze foreign policy issues and make concrete policy recommendations; publishing Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy; sponsoring Independent Task Forces that produce reports with both findings and policy prescriptions on the most important foreign policy topics; and providing up-to-date information and analysis about world events and American foreign policy on itswebsite, CFR.org

The Communications office helps to garner attention for the Council’s projects and programs. The department plays a critical role in the debate on foreign policy issues through managing thousands of television, radio, print, and online interviews with Council Fellows, hundreds of CFR articles and op-eds in leading media outlets, and publishing the Council's membership newsletter.

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

Assisting with the development and maintenance of media contact database
Responding to public inquiries about the Council, and media requests for experts
Tracking and recording media mentions of the Council’s publications
Assisting with the editing of news releases, and material selection for members’ newsletter
Providing general administrative support

Preferred Qualifications:

Undergraduate or graduate student with an academic major in Communications, Journalism, or International Relations
Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
Ability to juggle many tasks simultaneously
Good organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent proof reading and editing skills
Candidates should be prepared to work a minimum of 20 hours per week

A modest stipend is offered upon completion of the internship.

Qualified candidates may email, fax, or mail their resume and cover letter INCLUDING POSITION NAME, DAYS AND TIMES AVAILABLE TO WORKto the above address. The Council on Foreign Relations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Quality, diversity and balance are the key objectives sought by the Council on Foreign Relations in the composition of its workforce.

Posted: July 2008

CFR.org Internship

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:57:12 -0400

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

Fall Internship
Department: CFR.org

The Council’s outreach initiative aims to engage an interested and influential group of Americans from around the country and the world by providing ideas and timely, clear, and accurate information on key international issues. CFR.org, America’s foremost Internet resource for foreign policy and national security analysis, is one of the primary tools for doing so.

The responsibilities of the intern include (but are not limited to):

Providing support in editing and production of pieces for the website, including coding and photo production
Maintenance of must read databases
Providing administrative support to CFR.org staff, including correspondence, transcribing interviews, and research
Assisting with research for interactive multimedia projects

Preferred Qualifications:

Undergraduate or graduate student focusing on international relations and/or journalism
Previous administrative, journalism, web site experience, and multimedia experience a plus
Excellent editing and writing skills
Strong organizational and communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Familiarity and facility with online research
Must be a quick learner.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; HTML skills a plus
Ability to work independently or on a team.
Candidates should be prepared to work 40 hours a week

A modest stipend is offered upon completion of the internship.

Please email or fax a resume and cover letter INCLUDING POSITION NAME, DAYS AND TIMES AVAILABLE TO WORK to the Human Resources Office at the above address. The Council on Foreign Relations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Quality, diversity, and balance are the key objectives sought by the Council on Foreign Relations in the composition of its workforce.

Posted: July 2008

Foreign Affairs, Advertising Internship

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:58:50 -0400

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

Fall Internship
Department: Foreign Affairs

Foreign Affairsmagazine has a fall internship opening in the Advertising Department. The main responsibilities of the interns will include (but are not limited to):

Assist with the re-design of the Foreign Affairs website, competitive analysis, and the marketing of Foreign Affairs.
Perform research for specific projects and make recommendations.
Participate in department meetings with respect to marketing, sales, production, and strategy.
Administrative support as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

Undergraduate or graduate student with educational concentration in Business, Marketing, Communications, or International Relations.
Strong Word, Excel, PowerPoint, XP skills.
Strong phone skills.
International Affairs and publishing interest/ background a plus.
Ability to work independently and multi-task.
Prior experience with proofreading, editing, and online research preferred.
Attention to detail and strong follow through skill required.
Preference will be given to candidates who are able to begin their internship in August and continue until mid-December
Candidates should be able to work a minimum of 16 hours per week

A modest stipend will be offered upon completion of internship.

Please email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter INCLUDING THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT AREA to the Human Resources Office at the above address. The Council on Foreign Relations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Quality, diversity, and balance are the key objectives sought by the Council on Foreign Relations in the composition of its workforce.

Posted: July 2008

Program Assistant, National Program and Outreach

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:52:34 -0400

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

Title: Program Assistant, National Program and Outreach
Salary: Based on education and experience
Full Time
Department: National Program and Outreach

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, offices inWashington , DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America ’s understanding of the world and contributing ideas toU.S.foreign policy. The Council’s 4300+ members are 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 award winning website, CFR.org

With more than one-third of its members based outside of New York and Washington, DC, the goal of the National Program & Outreach is to energize foreign policy discussions nationwide among CFR members and to extendCFR’s outreach to leaders in a cross-section of American life, including the academic community; religious leaders; state and local officials; and civic, nonprofit, and community leaders.

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

Assisting with the logistics of planning and implementing Outreach programs, including tracking responses and participation, preparing rosters, drafting thank you notes, and updating meeting records
Facilitating mailings of CFR materials and publications to Outreach constituents
Researching and compiling information and contacts for Outreach constituents
Maintaining database of contacts
Providing other general logistical and project support to department

Job Requirements:

Strong related experience, including logistical experience in program and/or event planning
BA in International Relations or related field with high academic achievement and knowledge of current foreign policy issues
Enthusiastic team player with positive and flexible attitude and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Superior organizational skills and attention to detail with an ability to effectively multi-task and meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong proofreading and editing skills
Strong MS Word, Excel, and database skills
Ability to work flexible hours, as necessary

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.

Posted: July 2008

Interdepartmental Program Associate

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 13:36:34 -0400

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

Title: Interdepartmental Program Associate
Salary: Mid thirties, based on education and experience
Full Time

The Council on Foreign Relations 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. The Council does this through cutting-edge studies, serious, civil discussions, and rigorous analyses. The Council’s headquarters is located in one of New York’s grandPark Avenuemansions, with an additional office inWashington, D.C.

The Interdepartmental Program Associate is part of the Human Resources department, and is assigned to work in departments that request help with general administrative duties, and possible proofreading, research, editing, and business writing. The position is an excellent introduction to the operations of the Council. It 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):

Handling institutional assignments from the Executive Office, including assisting with logistics for Board of Director meetings.
Working as a relief receptionist, including greeting and announcing visitors and answering the Council’s switchboard, which has a high volume of calls.
Substituting for a staff member who is out of the office, including handling event coordination, wordprocessing and excel 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.
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 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

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: June 2008

Research Associate, U.S. Foreign Policy

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:19:26 -0400

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

Title: Research Associate, U.S. Foreign Policy
Full Time
Department: Studies

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations 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. The Council, 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 the Council’s website, cfr.org.

The Council’s Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks. Its widely respected and influential research staff of more than 50 scholars advance 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 a Senior Fellow, working on projects related to U.S Foreign Policy and the role of religion in world affairs. 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
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
Researching specific areas as requested by the Fellow, for articles, book chapters and other publications
Tracking news and data sources
Assisting with the proofreading and editing of articles, book chapters, and other written material
Preparing international agendas and research trips for fellow

Preferred Qualifications:

BA in History, or Literature; or Religious Studies; significant coursework in American History, Middle Eastern History, and international relations preferred
1+ year(s) related administrative experience
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Email
Strong research, writing and editing skills

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 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.

Posted: June 2008

Deputy Director, Membership & Fellowship Affairs

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:12:21 -0400

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

Title: Deputy Director, Membership & Fellowship Affairs
Salary: Based on education and experience
Full Time
Department: Membership & Fellowship Affairs

The Council on Foreign Relations is the nation's premier foreign policy membership organization. The Council has approximately 4,400 individual and 250 Corporate members, which are the core constituency of the organization. It is dedicated to being a resource for the members and the broader foreign policy community on the international relations challenges facing the United States and other countries. The Council does this through cutting-edge research, through publishing the preeminent foreign policy publication, Foreign Affairs, and through its award-winning website, cfr.org, considered one of the best for on-line foreign policy information.

The Council sponsors several prestigious annual fellowship programs. These include the International Affairs Fellowship program designed to advance the professional development of outstanding foreign policy professionals, the Edward R. Murrow Fellowship designed for foreign correspondents or editors of international news, and the Military Fellowships designed for outstanding officers from the various branches of the Military.

The Deputy Director for Membership and Fellowship Affairs will work directly with the Vice President on all aspects of managing the work of the department.The principal responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Supervising the Membership and Fellowship staff
Managing the application processes for Council membership and the visiting fellowship programs, including interacting with candidates and nominators and overseeing the preparation of materials for selection committee meetings
Working closely with the Vice President on assessing and developing the selection processes to improve efficiency and meet institutional goals
Working closely with the Vice President on designing and implementing a systematic approach by which candidates are referred to the Board membership selection committee
Working closely with the Vice President and the Council’s technology units, continue to develop an expanded online experience for members
Overseeing the daily work of the department, including budget and database management
As part of the team, help to develop and implement programming, including an annual International Affairs Fellowship Conference
Increase, broaden, and deepen relationships with members, working closely with VP and in coordination with other departments, and encourage “cross fertilization” between individual and corporate membership

Preferred Qualifications:

Ten or more years related work experience in a fast-paced, high profile organization, including significant managerial and supervisory experience; experience managing selection processes preferred
Degree in International Relations or a related field
Strong knowledge of current foreign policy issues
Outstanding written communication skills
Strong computer skills; experience with advanced functions such as developing reports strongly preferred
Experience in statistical analysis strongly preferred
Flexible, positive, team-oriented attitude

Qualified candidates should email 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.

Posted: June 2008

Research Associate, Military Fellows

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 17:05:36 -0400

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

Title: Research Associate, Military Fellows
Full Time
Department: Studies

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, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasingAmerica’s understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S.foreign policy. The Council’s 4000+ members are 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 andU.S. foreign policy on the Council’s award winning website, CFR.org.

The Council’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.

Each year, the Chiefs of Staff of the Army and the Air Force, the Chief of Naval Operations, and the Commandant of the Marine Corps nominate an outstanding officer from their respective services as a candidate for a Military Fellowship. The program enables the officers selected to broaden their understanding of foreign relations by spending a year in residence at the Council's headquarters in New York. Fellows participate in Council programs, meet with Council members and staff, and engage in studies in conjunction with the Council's Studies Program. They also assist in arranging several politico-military trips for Council members during the year. As part of the Studies Program, the Research Associate will support the activities of the Director of the Military Fellows Program and the Military Fellows.The major responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to:

Providing logistical support to the Director and Fellows, handling correspondence, scheduling, and responding to requests for information
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, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement
Drafting, editing, and proofreading written material, including speeches, meeting summaries, memos, and summaries of research findings
Providing research assistance and tracking news and data sources on requested foreign policy issues

Preferred Qualifications:

BA in International Relations, or related field, with strong academic credentials
Familiarity or experience with the U.S. Military
1 or more year(s) related administrative experience
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

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: June 2008

Assistant to the Vice President, National Program and Outreach

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 11:26:18 -0400

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

Title: Assistant to the Vice President, National Program and Outreach
Full Time
Department: National Program and Outreach

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

Providing administrative and logistical support to and handling correspondence for the Vice President and the department
Assisting with the logistics of program planning and implementation of programs, including tracking responses and participation, preparing rosters, drafting thank you notes, and updating meeting records
Collaborating in the planning, preparation, and execution of the annual National Conference, the centerpiece of the National Program
Maintaining database of contacts
Managing departmental expenses and preparing vouchers
Providing other general support to entire department

Job Requirements:

Strong related experience, including logistical and administrative experience in program/event planning
BA in International Relations or related field with high academic achievement and knowledge of current foreign policy issues
Enthusiastic team player with positive attitude and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Superior organizational skills and attention to detail with an ability to effectively multi-task, demonstrate flexibility, and meet deadlines with a positive attitude
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong proofreading and editing skills
Strong MS Word, Excel, and database skills
Ability to work flexible hours, as necessary

Posted: June 2008

Program Coordinator, National Program and Outreach

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 08:55:58 -0400

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

Title: Program Coordinator, National Program and Outreach
Full Time
Department: National Program & Outreach

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

Coordinating logistics for National Program meetings and annual National Conference
Arranging logistics for the National Program Conference Call Series and teleconferences of New Yorkand Washington, DC, meetings
Support details of program planning such as, drafting and sending invitations, coordinating with offsite event planning and catering staff, and managing post-event follow-up
Researching background materials and conceptualizing topics for programs
Providing collaboration and leadership to department and contributing to team dynamic

Job Requirements:

Minimum of two to three years strong related experience, including project management and logistical experience in program/event planning
BA in International Relations or related field with high academic achievement and knowledge of current foreign policy issues
Team player with strong leadership skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Superior organizational skills and attention to detail with an ability to effectively multi-task, demonstrate flexibility, and meet deadlines with a positive attitude
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong proofreading and editing skills
Strong MS Word, Excel, and database skills
Ability to work flexible hours, as necessary

Posted: June 2008

Executive Assistant to the Vice President, Washington Program

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 10:24:15 -0400

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

Title: Executive Assistant to the Vice President, Washington Program
Full Time

The Council on Foreign Relations is the nation’s premier foreign policy membership organization. It is dedicated to strengthening America ’s role in and understanding of the world by contributing ideas to U.S.foreign policy. The Council does this by convening a high volume of events with prominent world leaders, through cutting-edge research, and through publishing the preeminent U.S.foreign policy publication, Foreign Affairs.

In the nation’s capital, the Council’s Washington Program is a dynamic program that convenes over a hundred events each year focusing on timely foreign policy topics. The Council uses its convening power to help inform not only their DC members, but also Congress, the administration, the media, and the business community. The Council’s research staff is also well-represented in Washington, with nearly twenty research fellows and a number of special programs, including the Center for Preventive Action and the Center on Universal Education.

The Executive Assistant will work as the right hand to the Vice President of the Washington Program. It is an excellent opportunity to get an overview of the multifaceted program in Washington. The major responsibilities of this position include (but are not limited to):

Providing administrative support for the Vice President, including scheduling appointments, handling travel arrangements, and handling and responding to phone calls and mail
Working with the Deputy Director and Special Assistant in acting as departmental liaison for coordinating ongoing operations, special projects, and communications with staff
Assisting with program planning logistics, including preparing invitations, tracking participation, making confirmation or cancellation calls to members, and checking in participants at events
Drafting, proofreading and producing correspondence and other written materials
Coordinating various departmental submissions for written materials, including a weekly report of activity for the President, and materials for the website
Monitoring the departmental budget and completing vouchers

Preferred Qualifications:

Several years of related administrative work that required using excellent judgment and discretion, including experience providing administrative support to a senior manager
BA in related field, and interest in current foreign policy issues
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience in logistical aspects of program planning
Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong proofreading and editing skills
Strong MS Word, Excel, Lotus Notes and database skills
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team

Posted: June 2008

Chief Financial Officer

Wed, 21 May 2008 09:57:41 -0400

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

Title: Chief Financial Officer
Full Time

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations is the leading independent national membership organization and 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. The Council, 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 the Council’s website, cfr.org.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will provide strategic management and oversight of all financial, investing, budgeting, cost containment, risk management, and accounting activities of the Council. A member of the senior management team, this individual will work in partnership with theCOO and other Council leadership. The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

Provides strategic direction on short term and long term financial planning and forecasting, including working with department heads to prepare budget projections and to monitor budget progress. Provides ongoing review of budget projections and updates financial projections. Presents budget projections to the senior management and the Board.
Monitors the Council’s investment portfolio in conjunction with the Council’s investment subcommittee (which has responsibility for the Council’s investment decisions) and the outside investment advisor. Establishes and maintains an ongoing dialogue with the 20+ investment managers, and provides analysis and updates on a regular basis to theCOO and President.
Oversees departmental staff of 8 and all financial activities in both locations, including payroll, general ledger activity, accounts payable, property insurance, shared fiduciary responsibility for the annuity, and travel management. Works with departmental staff to continue the development of effective financial systems and procedures.
Provides direction and maintains best practices for expenditure and cost control policies.
Analyzes and interprets financial data and presents financial reports to the COOand President in a clear and systematic manner.
Manages obligations in connection with tax-exempt bond financing of the Washington building and works with an outside management consulting firm on the construction budget.
Ensures compliance with all government reporting in accordance with GAAP principles.
Provides direction on the accounting of grants received from foundations, corporations, and private donors.

Preferred Qualifications:

The successful candidate must be a confident, high-energy, and articulate leader with excellent technical financial skills and a career path that has culminated in a senior financial position at an organization of similar size and complexity.

The ideal candidate will have:

An undergraduate degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field. An advanced degree and CPA designation are highly valued.
Extensive experience in designing and implementing financial management systems, processes, and operations.
Interpersonal skills that enable him/her to interface successfully at all levels of the organization including board members.
Strong understanding of the financial markets and experience in analyzing institutional investments and returns.
Knowledge of GAAP principles, including principles governing nonprofit organizations;
The ability to improve operational decision making through analytical tools and effective decision-support metrics.
Knowledge and/or understanding of fund-raising operations and temporarily restricted funds in charitable organizations.
Excellent analytical, business writing, and presentation skills.
The ability to work effectively in a collaborative work environment.
Demonstrated success in managing teams and providing professional development opportunities.
A demonstrated passion and appreciation for foreign affairs and the Council’s mission.

Qualified candidates should email or fax a resume and cover letter to:

Korn/Ferry International

Attn: Cheri Griffin

1700 K Street, NWm Suite 700

Washington, DC 20006

Cheri.Griffin@kornferry.com

Fax: 202-822-8127

Posted: May 2008

Research Associate, Middle East

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 09:58:47 -0400

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

Title: Research Associate, Middle East
Full Time

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations 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 foreign policy choices facing theUnited States. The Council, which is headquartered in New York with an office in Washington, DC, does this by conducting a wide-ranging studies program; convening meetings where prominent thinkers debate and discuss the major issues of our time; publishing Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal covering international affairs and U.S. foreign policy; maintaining a diverse membership; and providing up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on the Council’s website, cfr.org. The Council’s Studies Department is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks, with a staff of some of the most respected and influential senior scholars in the field today. The Fellows work on advancing the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through their research, writing, and public outreach.

The Research Associate will report to the Senior Fellow in Middle Eastern Studies focusing on the consequences of the American invasion and occupation of Iraq, Israel/Palestine, terrorism and counterterrorism, radicalization and demographic changes in Europe.

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

Researching specific areas for 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
Tracking news and data sources
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
Providing administrative support to the Fellow, handling correspondence, scheduling, and responding to requests for information

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in International Relations, Political Science and/or Middle Eastern Studies with high academic credentials; MA preferred
Strong research, writing, and editing skills
1+ years related research and administrative experience
Spoken and written Arabic language skills preferred
Strong organizational, and program planning skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel and Email

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.

Posted: April 2008