Associate Director, Communications and Marketing

Location:        New York, NY  

Sector:           Non Profit 

Organization URL: http://www.cfr.org

Experience:     Mid Career  

Date Posted     Jan-12-2012 

Description

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Council on Foreign Relations

Human Resources Office          

58 E. 68th Street

New York, New York 10065

humanresources@cfr.org

www.cfr.org

www.ForeignAffairs.com

 

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Associate Director, Communications and Marketing

Salary: Based on experience and education

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America’s understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR’s 4,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR 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 its award-winning website, CFR.org.

Founded in 1922, Foreign Affairs is published by CFR, and is the preeminent publication on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy.  It is published in 190 countries and 5 languages. 

The Associate Director is part of the Communications and Marketing team that is responsible for positioning and promoting CFR, with a focus on the media relations efforts for Foreign Affairs magazine and its website, ForeignAffairs.com.  The major responsibilities of this position will include:

• As part of the Communications and Marketing team, develop and implement media, communications, and marketing strategies for CFR and its products.
• Working closely with Foreign Affairs business and editorial staff, managing the communications and media relations for Foreign Affairs print and online content, including tracking impact/results.
• Coordinate marketing and strategy meetings for each issue, special sections, e-books, and other products.
• Execute targeted press campaigns on print and web-only content.
• Leverage the profile and reach of Foreign Affairs authors and editorial staff by arranging broadcast and other press opportunities.
• Develop and implement social media outreach campaigns.
• Coordinate with the Foreign Affairs business staff to improve coverage in high-end trade media.
• Develop leads for media and content partnerships.

Qualifications

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4-5 years of related experience in media relations
• Proven knowledge of and interest in current U.S. foreign policy and international affairs issues
• Excellent written and communication skills, including extensive experience writing press releases and copy editing

• Experience developing and implementing social media strategies
• Degree in Communications, International Affairs, or related field
• Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and database management
• Candidates must be flexible, proactive, organized, and able to function in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Candidates must have the ability and willingness to work flexible hours when necessary

Contact Details

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Contact:      Human Resources

Telephone:    212-434-9400

Email: humanresources@cfr.org

Application Instructions

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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: January 2012

Senior Associate- Senior Education Specialist

Location:             Washington DC, DC  

Sector:                 Education 

Organization URL: http://www.creativeassociatesinternational.com

Experience:          Advanced  

Last Date To Apply       Feb-29-2012 

Date Posted                          Jan-12-2012 

Description

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Senior Associate - Senior Education Specialist Education for Development Division

Start Date: Immediate

Background

Creative Associates International (Creative) is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions, and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, DC, the firm has a field presence in more than 20 countries worldwide with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. Department of State, and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm enjoys a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike. Creative combines one of the strongest education practices in the international development community with a long history of program delivery in conflict, post-conflict and stabilization settings. This is a senior management position encompasses all aspects of project management, market development, entrepreneurial business capture, professional team leadership, and effective program delivery in challenging settings.

Position Summary

This position requires a seasoned education professional with broad experience in donor-sponsored international education programming and proven expertise in technical areas that are relevant to instructional systems, educational governance, early grade student assessment, ICT applications in education, instructional quality improvements, teacher training and professional development, decentralization, and community mobilization. The Senior Associate will work collegially with other educational professionals to deliver state-of-the-art educational support services across broad and diverse circumstances. The Senior Associate directs or oversees the implementation of projects in the field, contributes to new business prospecting and development, and participates in providing leadership and technical depth to ED Division and its practice areas.

Reporting & Supervision

The Senior Associate reports to a Practice Area Director and indirectly to the Vice President and Senior Director of the Education for Development Division.

Primary Responsibilities

As Technical Leader: Analyzes, catalogues, organizes the firm's experience related to ED practice areas. Distills current and past activities into best practices and coherent approaches. Provides technical guidance to Home Office staff and Chiefs of Party in the field. As Marketer and Business Developer Helps to analyze the marketplace and identifies new business targets and leads or contributes significantly to capture preparation. Analyzes the competitive field and helps to develop fitting alliances and strategic partnerships. Plays a leading role in the business development process as a proposal leader or writer. Helps to develop sophisticated market strategies to position the firm as a leading contender for specific market opportunities. As Manager Works with Home Office staff and COPs to ensure projects achieve contract/agreement deliverables. Troubleshoots technical, contractual, and personnel issues when they arise; serves as a conduit for negotiation with corporate offices and senior management. Ensures compliance to the firm's policies and procedures. Serves as Project Director on selected projects or as interim project director as needed. Manages the firm's senior-level relationship with the client. Manages the firm's senior-level relationship with sub-contractor and services providers (in collaboration with the firm's Office of Contracts) Oversees the preparation of quarterly and annual reports to the client. Assists in recruiting of key personnel and consultants. Over time, provides technical and programmatic coherence to project design and execution. As a senior member of the ED Division Participates in division management, planning, and strategic decision-making. Contributes to the creation of a technically rigorous and intellectually nurturing environment. Builds networks, publishes, and engages the field to enhance the public image and competitiveness of the division.

Qualifications

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	Required Skills & Qualifications
	Master's degree in education or closely related field; A minimum of 10 years of experience in international development; A minimum of 8 years of experience in international education working on or in developing countries; Prior experience with USAID-sponsored programming, preferably in the education sector; Strong and demonstrated project management experience; Strong and demonstrated capture management and proposal development experience; Strong communications skills; and Team leadership skills.
	Desired Skills & Qualifications
	PhD in education or closely related field; Strong knowledge of the developmental education sector; In-depth knowledge of USAID education programming; Experience in conflict, post conflict and transitional settings; Experience in the field, preferably as Chief of Party; and Academic background, research experience, publishing in technical areas concerning position; Working fluency in a pertinent second language.
	Application Instructions
	To apply for this position, please complete and submit our simple on-line form, where you can upload your résumé and other documents.
	Only if you are unable to submit online, may you send your résumé and cover letter by e-mail to Recruitment@CreativeDC.com with "Senior Associate - Senior Education Specialist CODE:HDQ48606" on the subject line. Please note only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please. Creative is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA).

Contact Details

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Contact:       Judia Turner

Telephone:      2027722159

Email: stephanies@creativedc.com

Application Instructions

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Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please complete and submit our simple on-line form, where you can upload your résumé and other documents.

Only if you are unable to submit online, may you send your résumé and cover letter by e-mail to Recruitment@CreativeDC.com with "Senior Associate - Senior Education Specialist CODE:HDQ48606" on the subject line. Please note only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please. Creative is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA).

Senior Associate - Instructional Systems and School Governance Practice Area

Location:          Washington DC, DC  

Sector:              Education 

Organization URL: http://www.creativeassociatesinternational.com

Experience:        Advanced  

Last Date To Apply         Feb-29-2012 

Date Posted                           Jan-12-2012 

Description

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Senior Associate: Instructional Systems and School Governance Practice Area
Education for Development Division (ED)

Start Date: Immediate
Background
Creative Associates International (Creative) is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions, and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, DC, the firm has a field presence in more than 20 countries with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. Department of State, and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm enjoys a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike. Creative offers one of the strongest education practices in the international development community.
Position Summary
This Senior Associate position requires a seasoned education professional with broad experience in donor-sponsored international education programming and proven expertise in technical areas relevant to instructional systems, educational governance, early grade student assessment, ICT applications in education, instructional quality improvements, decentralization, and community mobilization. This position will focus, though not exclusively, on teacher training and professional development. The Senior Associate will work collegially with other educational professionals to design and deliver state-of-the-art educational support services across broad and diverse circumstances. The Senior Associate directs or oversees the implementation of projects in the field, contributes to new business prospecting and development, and participates in providing leadership and technical depth to the ED Division and its practice areas.
Reporting & Supervision
The Senior Associate reports to the Instructional Systems and School Governance Practice Area Director and indirectly to the Vice President and Senior Director of the Education for Development Division.
Primary Responsibilities
As Technical Leader:

• Develops strategies for improving teacher and principal professional development.
• Analyzes, catalogues, and organizes the firm's experience related to ED’s Instructional Systems and School Governance practice areas.
• Assists the Instructional Systems and School Governance practice area director.
• Distills current and past activities into best practices and coherent approaches.
• Provides technical guidance and support to Home Office staff and Chiefs of Party in the field.
• Provides hands-on assistance in the field.
• Mentors junior colleagues in technical areas.

As New Business Developer:

• Plays a leading, substantive role in the business development process as a proposal leader or writer.
• Helps to analyze the marketplace and identifies new business targets and leads or contributes significantly to capture preparation.
• Analyzes the competitive field and helps to develop fitting alliances and strategic partnerships.
• Helps to develop sophisticated market strategies to position the firm as a leading contender for specific market opportunities.

As Project Director:

• Works with Home Office staff and COPs to ensure projects achieve contract/agreement deliverables.
• Troubleshoots technical, contractual, and personnel issues when they arise; serves as a conduit for negotiation with corporate offices and senior management. Ensures compliance to the firm's policies and procedures.
• Manages the firm's senior-level relationship with the client.
• Manages the firm's senior-level relationship with sub-contractor and services providers (in collaboration with the firm's Office of Contracts)
• Oversees the preparation of quarterly and annual reports to the client.
• Assists in recruiting of key personnel and consultants.
• Provides technical and programmatic coherence to project design and execution.

As a senior member of the ED Division:

• Participates in division management, planning, and strategic decision-making.
• Contributes to the creation of a technically rigorous and intellectually nurturing environment.
• Builds networks, publishes, and engages the field to enhance the public image and competitiveness of the division.

Qualifications

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Required Skills & Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or closely related field;
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in international development;
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in international education working on or in developing countries;
• Expertise in teacher training and professional development;
• Prior experience with USAID-sponsored programming, preferably in the education sector;
• Strong and demonstrated project management experience;
• Strong and demonstrated capture management and proposal development experience;
• Strong communications skills; and
• Team leadership skills.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• PhD in education or closely related field;
• Strong knowledge of the developmental education sector with emphasis on teacher professional development ;
• In-depth knowledge of USAID education programming;
• Experience in conflict, post-conflict and transitional settings;
• Senior level experience in the field, preferably as Chief of Party;
• Academic background, research experience, publishing in technical areas concerning position;
• Working fluency in a pertinent second language.

Contact Details

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Contact:      Stephanie Schott

Telephone:        2027722159

Email: stephanies@creativedc.com

Application Instructions

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Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please complete and submit our simple on-line form, where you can upload your résumé and other documents.

If you are unable to submit online, may you send your résumé and cover letter by e-mail to Recruitment@CreativeDC.com with "Senior Associate - Instructional Systems and School Governance Practice Area CODE:HDQ48877" on the subject line. Please note only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please. Creative is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA).

Internship, International Security Program

Location:         Washington, DC  

Sector:            Non Profit 

Experience:      Entry Level  

Date Posted     Jan-12-2012 

Description

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The Atlantic Council’s Program on International Security seeks well-organized, highly reliable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate initiative, knowledge and interest in NATO and transatlantic security.
Interns for the Program on International Security at the Atlantic Council are vital contributors to the program’s fast-paced activities. This internship is an exciting opportunity to support work on NATO and transatlantic security in the months leading up to the NATO summit in Chicago in May 2012 at the leading think tank on transatlantic security in the United States.
The mission of the Atlantic Council is to renew the transatlantic community for 21st century global challenges. The Program on International Security addresses critical issues in international security relevant to the United States and its European allies and partners.  This includes a particular focus on NATO, Transatlantic security, European security and defense policy, and US national security policy and decision-making vis-à-vis its European allies.
The Program conducts research and project activities on these and other topics, which includes public speeches by senior US and international policy makers and military commanders; off-the-record briefings, dinners and strategy sessions with senior US and international policy and military officials; research and writing for publications, issue briefs, and the New Atlanticist policy analysis blog; drafting proposals for fundraising efforts, and other associated activities.
The position is non-paid, but candidates gain valuable skills, experience, knowledge, and contacts in the US and international policy community.
Interns for the International Security Program provide important research and logistical support to assist these efforts and support program staff.  Interns work closely with the Program Director, his deputies, assistant directors, and the Senior Fellows from the US military and State Department in supporting the activities of the Program.  Interns are also encouraged to pursue their own research projects and to write and publish their own policy briefs or blog posts.
Duties are not limited to, but will include:

• Conduct research to support the activities of the Director and his deputies.
• Support for the Council’s activities in the run-up-to the NATO 2012 Chicago Summit.
• Produce the daily international security news brief.
• Manage program contacts and knowledge.
• Draft correspondence and take notes at Council roundtables and strategy sessions for program archives.
• Handle logistical issues for program events and activities.
• Write analytical pieces for publication on the New Atlanticist blog.
• Help draft policy briefs and task force reports.  

Each intern is responsible for completing all tasks stated above and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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• Must be at least a college junior in good standing, a graduate student or a recent graduate.
• Must demonstrate proven interest in NATO and transatlantic security.
• Must work well with others and interact professionally with senior figures.
• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale), or equivalent from a non-US institution.
•  Must be eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Contact Details

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Email: internship@acus.org

Application Instructions

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To be considered for this position, please email a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to: internship@acus.org.

In the subject line, please indicate which program you are applying to.

The Atlantic Council is an equal opportunity employer.