Director of Board Governance, Operations and Relations
JOB SUMMARY:
At CSIS we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from traditionally underrepresented groups.
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 200 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe. CSIS is seeking a research intern to join the Project on Prosperity and Development (PPD) starting in early January 2022. Internships are seasonal and typically last 4 months with the possibility of extension up to 6 months at the discretion of the program. The intern will be paid at an hourly rate.
Successful candidate will be primarily responsible for the program’s ongoing research on U.S. leadership in enabling financial inclusion through digital development. CSIS has done extensive work on this subject area which sits at the intersection of international security, cash-transfers and welfare systems, economic governance, financial integrity, digital revolution, and U.S. foreign policy. Successful candidate will be expected to have some understanding on these issue areas and have expertise on at least one of these areas. They should also have strong experience performing independent research and delivering on written analysis. The candidate should also be prepared to undertake multiple assignments and deliver high-quality content within reasonable deadlines. Because of the fast-paced work environment, the candidate would be a motivated self-starter with a strong writing background and excellent attention to detail. Candidates should be expected to be at their professional best through the course of this internship and be prepared to work on a diverse set of research topics. Intern will work very closely with the Senior Fellow and the Research Associate and report to the Janina Staguhn.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
RESEARCH AND WRITING (75 %): • Conduct literature reviews, and compile and analyze data for specific research assignments. • Provide other research, writing, and editing support for various reports and documents. • Support written products through background research, copy-editing, and editing citations as necessary. • Support the development of multimedia products that can showcase research findings and scholars’ analysis. • Collaborate with and support multiple staff members on different research projects on topics ranging from the future of work, forced migration, conflict and stabilization, development finance, quality infrastructure, and other sustainability and capacity building topics in the developing world.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES (25 %): • Assist in preparation for meetings, private and public events, and conferences. • Attend meetings and events to take notes on various topics related to international development while ensuring events run smoothly with minimal supervision. Many of these sessions will be conducted in a hybrid fashion (both in-person and virtual). • Perform other duties as necessary in support of staff members.
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:
• Master’s student in international finance, political science, economics, security studies, or a related field. • Good research experience working on any of the following topics: international financial systems and financial integrity, remittances and migration, welfare systems and economic governance, or global digital development. • Has academic exposure to the political economy of the developing world, specifically low- and lower-middle income countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. • Has experience working with spreadsheets and datasets. • Full-time availability for 40 hours/week (required) between January and May 2022. • Demonstrate the ability to take detailed notes during meetings in a timely and effective manner. • Demonstrate professional communication skills in conversation with colleagues and high-level stakeholders and be able to communicate ideas clearly in various written formats. • Outstanding attention to detail; proven ability to advance research projects with hands-off supervision while being accountable for the accuracy of outputs. • Demonstrated understanding of CSIS purpose and function. • Flexibility and the ability to manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and sense of humor. • Fully Proficient in English (Speaking and Writing). • Prior internship experience is a plus, although not required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should submit a resumé and cover letter at https://careers.csis.org/.
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