Program Assistant, Task Force

Council on Foreign Relations

23h•$55,000 - $58,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Assistant is responsible for supporting the work of the Task Force Program, which convenes high-level bipartisan Task Forces and produces and distributes consensus research reports addressing U.S. foreign policy challenges This role will primarily be onsite in CFR’s Washington, DC office. The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to): Assist with the development, convening, research, editing, marketing, distribution, and outreach for each Task Force, Assist with logistics for Task Force meetings, including scheduling, drafting invitations, sending and monitoring event invitations, making catering arrangements, and conducting follow-up, Support the research, editing, and publication process for Task Force report drafts, Research and identify experts for consideration for Task Force membership or consultation during the research process, Communicate professionally with Task Force chairs and members by phone, email, and in person, Plan research trips, including arranging travel, building itineraries, and preparing briefing documents, Draft internal and external correspondence and documents, such as weekly reports, board updates, and responses to general inquiries, Monitor news and events related to Task Force topics, Track the impact of the report among policymakers, stakeholders, and the public, Support cross-departmental coordination with the Communications, Digital, Audience Strategy, and Publications teams to ensure on-time and successful delivery of the Task Force report and related promotional assets, Assist with administrative duties as needed for departmental functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in international relations or a related field with high academic achievement
One year of related experience/internship experience, with some event planning or project management experience, preferred
Strong research skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading and editing ability
Proactive and resourceful mindset with excellent planning, organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills
Knowledge of current foreign policy issues, ongoing debates, and structures of U.S. and international policymaking
Ability to work both independently and with a team
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and database management
Ability to work flexible hours as needed
Please submit a résumé and cover letter stating your interest in the position

Responsibilities

Assist with the development, convening, research, editing, marketing, distribution, and outreach for each Task Force
Assist with logistics for Task Force meetings, including scheduling, drafting invitations, sending and monitoring event invitations, making catering arrangements, and conducting follow-up
Support the research, editing, and publication process for Task Force report drafts
Research and identify experts for consideration for Task Force membership or consultation during the research process
Communicate professionally with Task Force chairs and members by phone, email, and in person
Plan research trips, including arranging travel, building itineraries, and preparing briefing documents
Draft internal and external correspondence and documents, such as weekly reports, board updates, and responses to general inquiries
Monitor news and events related to Task Force topics
Track the impact of the report among policymakers, stakeholders, and the public
Support cross-departmental coordination with the Communications, Digital, Audience Strategy, and Publications teams to ensure on-time and successful delivery of the Task Force report and related promotional assets
Assist with administrative duties as needed for departmental functions