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Current Employment and Internship Opportunities

Project Associate/Manager, Political and Security Affairs (PSA), Washington, D.C.

Center for Health and Aging (CHA) Internship, Seattle, WA

Project Manager, Trade, Economic, and Energy Affairs (TEEA)
Washington, D.C.

Public Affairs and Communications Internship
Washington, D.C.

Project Associate/Manager, Political and Security Affairs (PSA)
Washington, D.C.

The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) is accepting applications for a Project Manager or Project Associate to support the Vice President for Political and Security Affairs (PSA) and contribute to an active and robust research agenda that includes an annual conference on the People's Liberation Army (PLA), NBR's signature Strategic Asia Program, and other PSA projects.

Responsibilities

Project Management: managing the complete range of project activities on schedule, within budget, and according to expectations for timeliness and quality
Project Development: working with the Vice President for PSA to conceptualize, develop, and expand PSA's research agenda
Team Building: Leading and motivating project teams to achieve specific objectives, and working within an active research team
Research: conducting independent research and writing regularly for a wide variety of internal and external publications
Event Management: overseeing the design, logistics, and coordination of project meetings and related publications
Budget Management: maintaining budgets and budget reports, including tracking and coordinating payments, reimbursements, and other expenses that are both upcoming and ongoing
Outreach: maintaining and updating content on relevant NBR websites; representing NBR before a wide range of audiences
Engagement: building and maintaining relationships with business leaders, scholars, government officials, and foreign interlocutors to facilitate research and new projects
Participating in and supporting other NBR activities as needed

Qualifications

A successful candidate will have excellent communication and project management skills, display strong analytical skills and intellectual creativity, and posses an independent and entrepreneurial spirit. A successful candidate will also possess strong writing, editing, and analytical capabilities, and posses the ability to work effectively and collaboratively within an active and motivated team. M.A. in a related discipline and substantive knowledge of political and security issues within the Asia-Pacific are required. Previous work experience in a related field, and capabilities with Asian language(s), are strongly preferred. The position will be for a Project Associate or Project Manager based on qualifications and experience.

Application Process

The deadline for applications is June 15, 2013; however, qualified applications received first will be given priority. Incomplete applications will not be considered. To apply, submit the following to NBR:

Letter of interest
Resume
Application Form: PDF or MS Word
Three references with name, title, affiliation, relationship to you, phone number, and email address

Please email application materials to: Ms. Kailani Cordell, Director for Human Resources, employment@nbr.org.

Administrative Internship
Seattle, WA

Are you a recent graduate or student looking for a part-time job? Do you enjoy customer service, excel in the areas of organization and communication, and have a passion for the details? The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) is recruiting an energetic and positive Administrative Intern for its Seattle office to assist with administrative, human resources, and operations activities that facilitate the smooth running of NBR’s Seattle office. This is a paid, 25 hours per week, temporary (6-12 month) internship position beginning this July. The preferred work schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00am-1:00pm, but the schedule can be flexible and may change from time-to-tine depending on staffing and project needs. The Administrative Intern reports to the Executive Assistant to the Office Manager and to the Director of Operations and Human Resources.

Administrative Responsibilities include assisting the Office Manager with:

answering the phones and covering the front desk
taking inventory of and maintaining office equipment and supplies
maintaining NBR’s internal information and contact database
maintaining NBR’s institutional filing and storage systems
tracking Institutional Development donations by maintaining a hardcopy and electronic
documentation system of donations received assisting in the planning and coordination of office events
supporting special projects and events, including board of directors meetings and institutional development activities
preparing meeting materials, agendas, correspondence, memoranda, etc.
composing, typing, and sending correspondence
other duties as assigned

Operations and Human Resources Responsibilities include assisting the Director with:

assisting with recruitment, hiring, staffing, benefits, office policy and procedures, contracts, fundraising, business development, and other operations and human resource related responsibilities

Other responsibilities may include:

Project Assistance: drafting and proof-reading correspondence, proposals, etc.; helping maintain project documentation, web-pages, and filing systems
Institutional Development Support: reviewing, fact-checking, proof-reading and formatting correspondence and publications; assisting with distribution/mailings, etc.
Database Administration: maintaining and updating databases; data entry and research for institutional and project databases
Event Planning: providing administrative support to conferences, workshops, presentations, and briefings (drafting agendas; assisting with travel, accommodation, and venue arrangements; note-taking, etc.) Participating in and supporting other NBR activities as needed

Qualifications: He/she must exercise good judgment and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. As one of NBR’s first point of contacts (in person, over the phone, and by email), the Administrative Intern must advance a welcoming, professional demeanor and appearance. The ideal candidate should be a motivate self-starter who can work independently or as part of a team, pays acute attention to detail, and is not afraid to roll up their sleeves and undertake a variety of responsibilities.

Application Process

The deadline for applications is June 15, 2013; however, qualified applications received first will be given priority. Incomplete applications will not be considered. To apply, submit the following to NBR:

Letter of interest
Resume
Application Form: PDF or MS Word
Three references with name, title, affiliation, relationship to you, phone number, and email address

Please email application materials to: Ms. Kailani Cordell, Director for Human Resources, employment@nbr.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Project Manager, Trade, Economic, and Energy Affairs (TEEA)
Washington, D.C.

The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) is seeking a Project Manager to support the Senior Vice President of Trade, Economic, and Energy Affairs (TEEA) and the TEEA group project directors to manage and execute the Energy Security Program (ESP), Pacific Energy Summit (PES), Myanmar’s Regional Re-emergence and other TEEA projects. The Project Manager also helps manage relationships with project advisors, key institutional partners, sponsors, and participants

Responsibilities

Project Development: developing concept papers and proposals; contributing substantive input to project programs, meeting agendas, and related materials
Project Management: managing the complete range of project activities on schedule and within budget; motivating project teams to achieve specific project objectives
Event Management: overseeing the design, logistics, and coordination of project meetings and related publications
Budget Management: maintaining budgets and budget reports, including tracking and coordinating payments, reimbursements, and other expenses that are both upcoming and ongoing
Outreach: maintaining and updating content on relevant NBR websites; representing NBR before a wide range of audiences
Research Support: coordinating substantive research assistance for project teams and scholars; summarizing research papers; providing market research
Database Management and Development: coordinating the design, maintenance and updating of the various TEEA initiatives’ databases and invitation lists
Participating in and supporting other NBR activities as needed

Qualifications

The Project Manager must have excellent communication and project management skills to capably and independently represent NBR in projects involving international constituencies and participants from the business, government, and academic sectors. The Project Manager should also possess strong writing, editing, and analytical skills. Additionally, he/she should be familiar with a wide range of countries and policy issues in the Asia-Pacific region (substantive knowledge on Asia and energy/security issues, Asian language(s), and key stakeholders). Masters degree preferred.

Application Process

The deadline to apply is Friday, May 31. To apply, submit the following:

Cover letter
Resume
Application Form: PDF or MS Word
Three references with contact information (i.e., name, title, affiliation, phone number, and email)

Please send applications by email to: Ms. Kailani Cordell, Director for Human Resources: employment@nbr.org; phone (206) 632-7370. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Public Affairs and Communications Internship
Washington, D.C.

Do you want to learn how to effectively communicate research on Asian politics to U.S. policymakers, the media, and the corporate community? The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) is recruiting a Public Affairs and Communications Intern for its Washington, D.C. office, to support activities that reach out to Congress, the media, and industry, and engage the Obama administration. This unique experience provides exposure to a range of NBR research and programs, as well as introducing the intern to NBR’s network of scholars and stakeholders.

This is an unpaid, volunteer, part-time (~15-20 hours per week) internship. The intern will be a member of NBR’s Outreach team for 6-12 months, beginning this June. The intern will assist with event planning, conduct background research, and support a variety of other Outreach activities, such as Engaging Asia which convenes government and academic experts from the United States and Asia to provide analysis and policy recommendations for future U.S. engagement with the region. S/he reports to the Assistant Director for Outreach as his/her supervisor. The internship, though volunteer, pays a nominal stipend of $350 per quarter. Students are also encouraged to apply for credit or funding through their home institution.

Responsibilities

Assist with media outreach: draft press releases, media advisories, and other press materials
Provide background research for staff meetings and briefings on Capitol Hill and with the corporate community
Assist with the planning of Outreach events
Support the development and implementation of social media strategies to increase NBR’s reach
Develop new content for NBR’s website
Support NBR Washington, D.C. public events and other office needs as necessary
Answer incoming calls to the organization

Qualifications

Current BA/MA student or recent graduate, working towards or holding a relevant degree
Excellent written, oral, research, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as substantive expertise and interest in contemporary U.S. foreign policy towards Asia
Motivated self-starter who can work independently or as part of a team, pays acute attention to detail, and has demonstrated organizations skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is a requirement
Familiarity with SharePoint, experience using social media tools in a professional setting, and knowledge of web/graphic design are a plus, but not required

Application Process

The deadline for applications is May 31, 2013; however, qualified applications received first will be given priority. Incomplete applications will not be considered. To apply, submit the following to NBR:

Application Form: PDF or MS Word
Cover letter that details your qualifications and availability
Resume
Brief writing sample on a topic related to your field of study

Contact information of three references, including name, title, affiliation, relationship to you, phone number, and email address

Please send applications by email to: Ms. Kailani Cordell, Director for Human Resources, email: employment@nbr.org, phone (206) 632-7370.

Center for Health and Aging (CHA) Internship
Seattle, WA

Are you interested in international affairs and global health policy? Would you like to use your knowledge of international relations and health to support activities that inform and strengthen U.S. policy towards Asia? If so, apply for NBR’s CHA Internship!

The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) is seeking a volunteer, part-time intern (12-18 hours per week) to provide research and administrative support to NBR’s Center for Health and Aging for 3-6 months, starting in May. This position would be ideal for a candidate seeking to build their professional experience in public health issues while working at a nonprofit policy research institution. The internship, though volunteer, pays a nominal stipend. Students are also encouraged to apply for credit or funding through their home institution.

Responsibilities

Publications: researching, drafting, reviewing, proofreading, and formatting documents on public health issues for the Center for Health and Aging (including Commentaries, Q&As, and other online content)
Research assistance: providing background research on public health issues, individuals, and organizations and supporting development of concept papers and proposals.
Event planning: providing administrative and logistical support for briefings and discussions on public health issues.
Providing general office support for other NBR activities, including answering incoming calls to the organization.

Qualifications

Current MA or MPH student or recent graduate
Excellent written, oral, and research skills
Substantive expertise and interest in public health issues in Asia and contemporary U.S. policy toward international health, and familiarity with international health agencies and NGOs
The intern should be a motivated self-starter who can work independently or as part of a team, pays acute attention to detail, is organized, and works well under pressure U.S. citizenship or permanent residence status (by time of application deadline)

Application Process

Application Form: PDF or MS Word
Cover letter that details your qualifications and availability
Resume
Brief writing sample on a topic related to your field of study
Contact information of three references, including name, title, affiliation, relationship to you, phone number, and email address

Please email application materials to: Ms. Kailani Cordell, Director for Human Resources, employment@nbr.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered.