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Peer to Peer Outreach Mentor, Hourly

Center For Strategic And International Studies

Peer to Peer Outreach Mentor, Hourly

Washington, DC
Paid
  • Responsibilities

     

    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.

     

    JOB SUMMARY

     

    The CSIS Trustee Chair in Chinese Business and Economics is dedicated to providing thought leadership for the policy community about the dynamics of China’s economy and its implications for industries and other countries. Our work – research, publications, events & outreach – focuses on the intersection of China’s economy, the world of technology, US-China relations, and global governance.

     

    The Trustee Chair in Chinese Business and Economics is recruiting a research associate who is highly motivated, professional, and has a strong interest in China’s political economy, domestic and international. The research associate makes substantive contributions to the research agenda of the Chairholder through research, data analysis, writing, and management of the program’s microsite and other publications. Special attention will be on the program’s China Innovation Policy Series (CIPS).

     

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

     

    Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

    • Conduct research on Chinese economic policy, the economy, and business trends. • Research, draft, and author publications. • Contribute to proposal process from fundraising through concept formulation and execution. • Edit the program’s hardcopy and digital publications. • Coordinate with other CSIS programs on research and projects.

     

    KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

     

    • Minimum degree is an M.A. in a related field (economics, political science, public policy, or international business). • Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from an accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution. • Demonstrated interest in how research speaks to public policy issues. • Excellent research and writing experience • Experience with quantitative analysis, economic data and solid knowledge base of economic policy. • Demonstrated interest and experience in data visualization, graphics, and website management. • Ability to work independently. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Fieldwork experience in China and the ability to work with Chinese-language sources.

     

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS

     

    The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

     

    Performances of duties require the use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The job frequently requires ability to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 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. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

     

    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND DEADLINE

     

    Please note that application instructions must be followed, otherwise your application may be rejected. Application materials must be submitted by October 14, 2019, via the online portal here: https://careers.csis.org/opportunities. Interested applicants please submit the following:

    • PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR NAME ON ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS. • A resume. • A cover letter explaining interest in the position, current research interests, and experience with data visualization and/or web design. • A short writing sample of 1,000-2,000 words. This may be taken from a larger work, but please do not include submissions above 2,000 words. Writing samples related to the Chinese business and economics economy are strongly recommended. • Graduate school transcript. • Contact information for 2 references. • PDFs are preferred for all documents.

    Required Skills Required Experience

  • Qualifications

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

     

    • Aid in the preparation of drawings, Engineering Orders (EO), engineering support data and specifications in a standardized format for use by Manufacturing in reproducing a product which will be in conformance to approved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type data, adhering to Records and Release procedures. 
    • Track and maintain engineering data, as required, to maintain proper engineering processes as adhered to.
    • Other duties as required of a temporary nature.

     

  • Industry
    Transportation / Trucking / Railroad