Research Associate, Global Governance, Justice & Security Program

The Stimson Center • Washington, DC

242d • $55,000 - $82,000

About The Position

The Henry L. Stimson Center (Stimson), a nonpartisan global security think tank located in Washington, DC, seeks a Research Associate for the Global Governance, Justice & Security Program. This role ensures that our practices support our mission-driven work, align with Stimson's vision, values, strategic goals, standards of conduct, and operational objectives, and demonstrate our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and employee well-being. We seek a highly motivated, organized, entrepreneurial, and collaborative individual committed to Stimson's mission and core values. This person understands that any organization is only as good as the people working there and the relationships they build and sustain. This job will require building authentic relationships with staff and affiliates that facilitate the successful candidate's ability to challenge, develop, and support them.

Requirements

• B.A. or advanced degree and demonstrated interest or background in international relations, international organizations, development economics, climate governance, and/or international security.
• Familiarity with the UN system (including the international financial institutions), G20, WTO, and other global governance forums and processes.
• Ability to work independently and to collaborate with peers in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Superior research, analysis, writing, copy-editing, and proofreading skills.
• Diplomatic skills and cultural sensitivity; willingness to work with global stakeholders, occasionally during non-standard hours.
• Experience with SharePoint, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and other workplace tools that support team organization and promote hybrid collaboration and teamwork.
• Creative problem-solving.

Nice To Haves

• M.A. in Political Science, International Relations, International Law, Development Economics, International Security, or a related field.
• Proficiency in a foreign language, particularly one or more of the official UN languages.
• Prior non-profit experience in the areas of UN and broader global governance studies.
• Experience with legal research and textual analysis.
• Experience with social-media platforms, analytics, and effective promotion strategies; experience developing social media awareness, promotional campaigns, and calendars.
• Experience with database management or development, as well as relevant tools like Wordpress, Datawrapper, AirTable, STATA, SPSS, etc.
• Experience with qualitative analysis and related tools (e.g. NVivo).

Responsibilities

• Research, write, proofread, and copy-edit program issue briefs, policy papers, analytical research reports, project reports to funders, and stakeholder updates.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders and funders to meet deliverables and support project objectives.
• Research and track funding opportunities and contribute to project funding and research grant proposals.
• Provide administrative support to the Global Governance Innovation Network, to sustain relationships, and promote results of the Global Policy Dialogues and related research products, including those associated with the new Pact Innovation Forum project.
• Provide administrative and logistic support for program activities.
• Other responsibilities as appropriate.

Benefits

• 15 Vacation Days
• 10 Sick Days
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Retirement Match
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Commuting
• Wellness
• Education Benefits
• Parental Leave
• Bereavement Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree