2016-2017 Research Associate Position - National Endowment for Democracy - Washington, DC

Background: Dedicated to international exchange, the Reagan-Fascell program offers democracy activists, scholars, and journalists from around the world the opportunity to spend five months in residence at NED’s International Forum for Democratic Studies, in Washington, D.C., in order to reflect on their experiences and consider lessons learned; conduct research and writing; develop contacts and exchange ideas with counterparts; and build ties with a global network of democracy advocates. In Spring 2016, the International Forum is hosting fellows from a diverse range of countries, including Afghanistan, Cameroon, Egypt, Hungary, Indonesia, Lebanon, Serbia, the United States, and Zimbabwe.

Responsibilities: Each Research Associate is assigned to work with several fellows. Duties include:

• consulting with fellows on the shape and direction of their projects


• providing research, written, and editorial support for fellows’ projects and products


• facilitating fellows’ networking and outreach


• aiding in the preparation and follow-up of fellows’ presentations


• assisting staff with projects, including the annual competition, events, publications, and promotion

Qualifications:

• B.A. in political science or a related field required; M.A. preferred


• 1–2 years of work experience


• Computer proficiency, especially in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint


• Knowledge of one or more foreign languages preferred


• Experience living, working, or studying abroad a plus


• Legal authorization to work in the United States

The successful applicant will (1) have a keen interest in democracy and human rights; international development, the social sciences, or area studies; (2) possess excellent research and writing skills; (3) demonstrate professionalism and strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work well in a team setting; and (4) display a dedication to international exchange and to supporting individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Duration: The program seeks to hire a full-time Research Associate at 40 hours per week, from April 1, 2016 through August 31, 2017. RAs are expected to commit to work for the entire duration of the fellowship year. RAs serve as temporary full-time employees, with benefits.

To Apply: : Applications must include a cover letter, resume, salary history and requirements, completed NED Employment Application and contact information for three professional references. Please e-mail to jobs@ned.org with your name and Research Associate – Job #1615 in the subject line. Your cover letter should address why you are interested in serving as a Research Associate with the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program and indicate any regional interests or language skills. Short-listed candidates will be asked to complete a writing test. Please, no phone calls.

Closing Date for Applications: Friday, April 8, 2016.

Program Assistant, Fellowships Program – (Job # 1614)

National Endowment for Democracy (NED)

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED), a congressionally funded, private, nonprofit grant-making organization that works to support freedom around the world, seeks a Program Assistant to provide programmatic and administrative support to the Fellowships Program, based at NED’s International Forum for Democratic Studies, in Washington, D.C. This is a non-exempt level position.

Summary:
Assists with programmatic and administrative support for Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows, Visiting Fellows, and Hurford Fellows, with a particular focus on emergency fellowships. Helps to strengthen and expand institutional resources for “democrats at risk.” Facilitates the Reagan-Fascell program’s annual global competition. Assists with publications, promotion, and other projects, as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Reports to Manager, Fellowship Programs


• Provides support for emergency and out-of-cycle fellows, alumni, grantees, and other NED associates at risk, including inquiries and intake procedures; orientation; extensions; visa and immigration; and professional placements in the post-fellowship period


• Contributes to the development of online resources and initiatives in support of human rights defenders facing persecution, including SAFE-Net


• Facilitates the Reagan-Fascell program’s annual competition


• Serves as alternate responsible officer for the Forum’s J-1 Exchange Visitor Program


• Provides administrative support to Reagan-Fascell, Visiting, and Hurford Youth Fellows


• Provides editorial input on program’s annual Newsletter and other publications


• Assists with program promotion, social media, web development, and events


• Contributes to other projects, as needed.

Qualifications:

• B.A. in political science or a related field


• 1–2 years of work experience in a field related to democracy and human rights. Experience working with human rights defenders a plus


• Strong research, writing, editing, and communications skills


• Computer proficiency. Familiarity with InDesign and web development a plus.


• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

To apply: Applications must include a cover letter, resume, salary history and requirements, completed NED Employment Application and contact information for three professional references. Applicants should indicate how they are qualified and why they are interested to serve in a supporting role for an international exchange program. Please send to jobs@ned.org , with your name and Program Assistant, Fellowships – Job # 1614 in the subject line. The NED is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit our website at www.ned.org . Please no phone calls.