Project Manager, Political and Security Affairs - Washington, United States - The National Bureau of Asian Research

The National Bureau of Asian Research Washington, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Project Manager, Political and Security Affairs (PSA)

The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) is seeking aProject Managerfor the Political and Security Affairs group (PSA) to provideproject management and development support. The Project Manager may also supervise Political and Security Affairs Intern(s) and/or Project Associate(s).

This is a full-time (40-hours per week), hourly, non-exempt position reporting to the Vice President of Research. The position is based in NBR's Washington, D.C. office and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

Project Managers work on project teams to accomplish specific project objectives, and take the lead on managing specific project tasks on schedule and within budget.

Project Management: managing part or all of projects across all parts of the project cycle (including project scoping, research, publications, events, and distribution) on schedule and within budget; drafting project descriptions, concept papers, correspondence, etc.; maintaining project documentation, web-pages, and filing systems

Research Management: coordinating substantive research assistance for project teams and scholars; summarizing research papers; working with experts to scope and develop lines of research inquiry; reviewing and undertaking quality control on expert pieces and intern research support

Grant Development: contributing to the development of new proposals and projects including researching new funding opportunities and assisting the scoping, methodology, and framing of project concepts; drafting proposal narratives and supporting the drafting of proposal budgets

Publications editing: reviewing and providing substantive feedback and edits to project publications; coordinating publications distribution

Grant reporting: drafting grant progress reports according to sponsor requirements, and responding to other sponsor requests or questions

Budgeting: developing project budgets, tracking project expenses, and preparing budget reports

Event Management: designing and coordinating conferences, workshops, presentations, and government briefings for projects

Staff Management: supervising project associates, fellows, and interns to achieve specific project objectives

Relationship Management: maintaining relations with project research leads; liaising with external experts and senior officials; developing relations with sponsors and other stakeholders

Outreach: representing NBR (esp. projects) before a range of audiences (e.g., project stakeholders and constituents)

Database Administration: coordinating the maintenance of and updating project databases

Participating in and managing other NBR activities as needed

Qualifications

Project Managers have substantive expertise on a range of countries and issues and understand each project's scope/relevance in order to work effectively with scholars and other stakeholders.

Bachelor's degree in security studies, Asia Studies, international relations, or foreign policy, or other relevant discipline

2+ years of relevant experience, including at least 1 year of experience managing projects and/or project development

Knowledge and experience in political and security issues in the Indo-Pacific, in particular of China and Taiwan.

Excellent written, oral, and research skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Relationship development and management experience.

Motivated self-starter who can work independently or as part of a team.

Strongly Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency with an Asian language.

Experience developing grant proposals.

Master's Degree in a relevant field.

Application Instructions

To apply, submit the following materials with your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Resume

C ver letter

Recent 3-5 page writing sample that has not been edited by anyone else.

Three references (will notbe contacted until final interview stage)

About NBR

The National Bureau of Asian Research is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research institution dedicated to informing and strengthening policy in the Asia-Pacific. NBR conducts advanced independent research on strategic, political, economic, globalization, health, and energy issues affecting U.S. relations with Asia. To learn more about NBR, please visit

Additional Information:

This is a hybrid position based in our Washington, DC office. Full-Time staff are expected to work in-office two days per week. The expected pay range for this position is $22.00 per hour to $28.00 per hour, depending on experience.

This is a full-time position with excellent benefits. NBR provides 2 weeks of paid vacation, 19 paid holidays per year, up to 56 hours of paid sick leave (calculated at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked), and 1 week of paid professional development leave. NBR offers affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance for Employees and their families. NBR covers 80% of employees' Public Transit commuting costs. NBR offers a 401k plan with employer matching, and 100% employer-paid Life, ADandD and Long-Term Disability insurance.

NBR is committed to a workplace where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We're an equal opportunity employer and strive to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy or parental status, creed, military or veteran status, religion, ancestry, or national origin, disability, or other status or characteristic protect

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