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Program Coordinator and Research Assistant - Global Health Policy Center

Center For Strategic And International Studies, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Program Coordinator and Research Assistant - Global Health Policy Center

Research Programs & ProjectsWashington, DCID: 1588-233Full-Time/RegularJOB SUMMARY:At CSIS, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from traditionally underrepresented groups.The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. The CSIS Global Health Policy Center (GHPC) works with diverse stakeholders to make U.S. global health efforts more strategic, integrated, and sustainable, as well as to raise awareness of global health and its importance to U.S. national security.CSIS GHPC seeks a highly motivated Program Coordinator/Research Assistant to support the Center’s work, particularly related to the HIV/AIDS and routine immunizations portfolios supporting the research and organizational work of the director.The ideal candidate will have an educational and/or professional background in global health/health and some experience in project coordination. They should be able to work concurrently on multiple activities and projects and be adaptive to changing operational needs.The salary band for this position is $55,000-$60,000, commensurate with experience.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:Project Management (75%), including but not limited to:Provide direct logistical and administrative support to the Program Director, including calendar management, travel coordination, itineraries, and other documents.Coordinate logistics for events, meetings, conferences, and other activities as assigned.Communicate verbally or in writing with CSIS and external partners.Manage the publication process for reports and other digital products.Monitor and review project budgets and annual program budgets.Liaise with external contacts and other CSIS experts.Other tasks as assigned by the Director.Research (25%), potentially including but not limited to:Conduct topical and regional research in support of Routine Immunization and HIV portfolio publications and briefings.Provide substantive guidance to the program’s network of experts during the publication, drafting, and editing process.KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelor’s degree in Global Health, International Relations, International Development, Public Policy/Administration, or related field.Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in global health policies, programs, and stakeholders.Work experience in a policy-focused non-profit or think tank preferred.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Self-starting, entrepreneurial mindset, able to work independently and in teams.PC literate, specifically MS Office, and familiarity with web-based tools.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS:This position will be based out of our Washington DC headquarters and is expected to be in-office. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.OUR BENEFITS:Medical insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceShort-term and long-term disability403(b) for retirement planningTuition AssistanceFlexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountMilitary Leave12 Paid HolidaysSick leaveVacation leaveHOW TO APPLY:Interested applicants should submit: a 1-page résumé; a one-page cover letter directly addressing the required and preferred knowledge, education, experience, and skills listed; and a two-page writing sample as separate, clearly labeled PDF documents at

https://csiscareers.silkroad.com . Incomplete applications will not be considered.Applicants should submit all materials prior to 12:00 p.m. EST on Friday November 15, 2024.The selected candidate is expected to be located in D.C. and work full-time, five days a week, Monday through Friday.For more information on the Global Health Policy Center please visit

Global Health Policy Center | CSIS .

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