Research Assistant, Middle East - Washington, United States - United States Institute of Peace
Description
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.
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
Provides research, analysis and administrative support for the "Agents, Actors and Ideas of Conflict in the Middle East and Africa" program, primarily "The Iran Primer" and "The Islamists" websites.
Hours
Up to 20 hours per week during regular business hours starting as soon as May 2024 with the possibility of extension into the fall.
Hourly rate:
Range of $17 to $18 an hour. Rate to be determined depending on education.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Generate content for two Middle East websites
- The Iran Primer and The Islamists
- Conduct research on relevant topics for both sites and the senior fellow
- Monitor current events closely in Iran and the wider Middle East
- Update existing resources, including timelines and profiles
- Provide web layout support by creating infographics and finding photographs and other media
- Help promote websites online, including through use of social media
- Provide programmatic and administrative support for program
- Complete special assignments as needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be a fulltime university student
- Coursework towards a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in international relations, Middle East studies or related field preferred.
- Excellent writing and communications skills preferred.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team; excellent organizational skills; flexibility; strong detail orientation.
- Familiarity with standard office software, online research databases and social media platforms preferred.
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
All USIP contract and employee positions are contingent upon the favorable completion of a suitability background investigation.
HOW TO APPLY
- Cover letter
- Resume
No Phone Calls. Interviews will be scheduled by appointment only.
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