Program Associate, Local Journalists Initiative

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is dedicated to fostering a more representative foreign policy community in the United States. They are seeking a Program Associate for the Local Journalists Initiative to support programmatic offerings, manage communications, and assist with outreach efforts aimed at local journalists.

Responsibilities

• Support the CFR Local Journalists Initiative virtual and in-person programmatic offerings and events, which include a webinar series, media briefings, an annual workshop, and CFR representation at external conferences and professional gatherings across the country
• Tasks include administrative support for scheduling events, initiating and editing draft correspondence including event invitations and thank you notes, preparing meeting materials, and contributing to reports for initiative activities
• Growing the initiative’s constituency by researching and compiling new contacts to the master list
• Supporting CFR communications and content dissemination efforts by updating webpages, preparing email campaign templates—including newsletters and surveys—and placing advertisements
• Collecting qualitative and quantitative data across program offerings for reporting purposes and strategic decision-making
• Maintaining CFR databases with accurate contact and participation information for journalists, scheduling meetings, taking and circulating meeting notes, and compiling follow-up tasks and action items
• Collaborating on a bi-monthly newsletter for journalists featuring a curated selection of CFR content
• Researching annual conferences and networking opportunities that align with initiative goals
• Coordinating across departments and with external partner organizations to align schedules, assist with event execution, and share information relevant to multiple crosscutting projects
• Providing general project support to the department, including attending and working at events held outside of business hours
• Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in political science, journalism, international relations, or a related field
• One year of experience working in outreach, partnerships, international relations, academia, government, or community engagement
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple ongoing projects simultaneously; superior organizational and time management skills, as well as attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with multiple audiences; strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills
• Ability to meet demanding deadlines with a positive attitude
• Professional conduct in all interactions with CFR members, invited dignitaries, and the general public. Judicious use of confidentiality and discretion when necessary
• Team player with capacity to take initiative, demonstrate flexibility, and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Dynamics 365
• Availability to work flexible hours and overtime, as necessary
• Capacity for domestic travel a few times each year
• Ability to assist with packing, shipping, and set up of publications and meeting materials for internal and external workshops, conferences, and events
• Event or program management experience
• Experience with Quorum or other public affairs database

Benefits

• An award-winning health and wellness program
• An on-site fitness center
• Generous leave policies
• Health insurance programs

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