Research Analyst, South Asia Program – SENIO001880-00001

US Institute of Peace

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Who We Are

Peace is our commitment. The United States Institute of Peace represents the American people’s shared values and commitment to peace worldwide. We know that Peace is Security – it advances both U.S. and international security by preventing, managing, and mitigating violent conflict.

We are an independent, non-partisan institution and are actively engaged with peacebuilding efforts worldwide. Together we tackle the most challenging problems and hold fast to the possibility of a more peaceful world. To learn more about USIP programs and job openings, go to https://www.usip.org/about/careers.

If you have a passion for making the world a better place and want to have a front-row seat on the world stage, USIP is the place for you.

JOB BRIEF

The Research Analyst will support the South Asia Program staff with substantive research and writing tasks and coordination of meetings and events to help accomplish the mission of the Institute The position is based in Washington, DC and reports to USIP’s South Asia Program Director.

TARGET SALARY RANGE

Grade 8 – $56,000 – $57,000

The Institute uses the General Schedule salary tables for administering compensation. Offers are determined based upon candidate qualifications, related experience, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Research Support:

* Assists South Asia program colleagues with substantive research and writing projects, including both long-term and short-term projects.

* Conducts background research, and other desk and interview-based research as requested.

* Reviews and edits products written by USIP or external authors and supports publication peer review and editing process.

* Provides meeting notes to and drafts discussion summaries for the South Asia Team.

* Builds and maintains substantive expertise on a range of issues related to South Asia.

* Writes and/or assists in writing and publishing articles for the USIP website and other USIP and external publications.

* Works with the South Asia Team to define research priorities and identify partners and researchers.

Events and Meetings Support:

* Works with the South Asia Team to provide administrative and logistical support for working groups, conferences, dialogues, meetings, and events in Washington, DC, overseas, face-to-face, and virtually, including preparing event text, agenda, panelist bios, and hosting online calls.

* Assists with drafting event text, agendas, panelist bios, background information, etc., and develops informative descriptions of events for internal USIP staff members and external guests.

* Collaborates to ensure all logistical arrangements for program events are completed, including reserving rooms, developing invitations, monitoring RSVPs, ordering food and supplies, arranging room set-up, and serving as the main point of contact for attendees as needed.

* Liaises with meeting participants as needed to ensure a successful meeting.

* Coordinates monthly South Asia Program internal meetings as needed.

* Assists in tracking and maintaining contacts database.

* Serves on USIP-wide events assistance roster.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelor’s degree in international relations or related field required.

* Two (2) years of relevant work experience related to South Asia required, including India and/or Pakistan, as well as academic training relevant to policy issues in the region and the institutions, and tools of U.S. foreign and security policy.

* Experience living in the region also preferred.

* Fluency in a South Asian language (Bengali, Hindi, Nepali, Urdu etc.) is preferred.

* Experience assisting in the organization of conferences, meetings, and events, including with organizations in South Asia, preferred.

* Excellent writing and editorial skills, with record of publication on South Asia and related policy topics.

* Excellent research and analytic skills, including on topics related to the history, politics, economics, security, and regional relations of South Asia.

* Experience working as part of a team.

* Strong skills in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Word, MS Outlook, and MS Excel is required. Strong computer skills in database usage preferred.

* Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.

* Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships and strong interpersonal skills, including cross-cultural communication.

All USIP contract and employee positions are contingent upon the favorable completion of a suitability background investigation.

As with many organizations, USIP follows specific guidelines related to COVID vaccinations. These guidelines align with the latest findings from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The overall intent is to ensure the safest possible workplace for USIP employees and contractors. In accordance with the guidelines, all USIP employees and contractors with building access are required to be fully vaccinated regardless of telework or remote status.

Upon acceptance of the position, you are required to submit proof of vaccination along with your signed offer letter to HR. If you require an exemption, either medical or religious, we will provide you with the exemption form for you to complete prior to your start date.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this position, please submit a complete application package consisting of:

1. Completed employment application including titles, dates of hire and salary requirements.

2. Cover letter

3. Resume

For questions about this position please email [email protected]. Do not send resumes or attachments to this email address.

Only those applicants that are selected for further discussions will be contacted.

No Phone Calls. Interviews will be scheduled by appointment only.

USIP is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of USIP to offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, political affiliations or belief, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please use the following URL:

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