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    Research Assistant, Indigenous Peacebuilding - Washington, United States - United States Institute of Peace

    United States Institute of Peace
    United States Institute of Peace Washington, United States

    1 week ago

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    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 around the world. 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


    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 Assistant will provide research and support for the Religion and Inclusive Societies program within USIP's Center for Thematic Practice.

    Work Schedule: 20 hours per week during the academic year.

    Expected Project Dates:
    February May 2024


    Pay:
    $ per hour


    RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Inform indigenous & peacebuilding project design and development through desk research and literature reviews.
    • Support the implementation and evaluation of various religious, indigenous engagement initiatives and religious/Indigenous literacy resources.
    • Monitor and periodically report on current events and state of the field in religion, indigeneity, peace, and conflict.
    • Support the development of key products such as reports, blogs/articles, and program descriptions by editing and verifying sources, etc.
    • Assist with designing and planning events (including roundtables and workshops) to enhance the visibility and success of RIS work.
    • Provide additional support as needed.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Excellent research and writing skills.
    • Demonstrated interest in the field of conflict resolution and its intersection with religion, and Indigeneity.
    • Ability to translate complex themes, ideas, or data into compelling, accessible, and informative narratives and visuals.
    • Demonstrated international experience preferred.
    • Graduate student preferred.
    • Current enrollment in an academic program at a Washington Consortium member institution
    • Some previous research and office experience required

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


    • Cover letter
    • Resume
    • A brief writing sample demonstrating your research and writing ability
    USIP's Research Assistant program is administered through the Consortium of Universities. Any full-time university student (both local or remote within the U.S.) is eligible for these openings.

    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.