Program Coordinator, Government Affairs

Position description

CFR's Government Affairs operation is focused on actively engaging members of Congress and their staff, executive branch officials, and Washington, DC-based diplomats to provide timely, relevant, and useful analysis to further inform policymaking. Through discussion and examination of the critical challenges facing the United States and the international community, the program seeks to serve as both a direct resource and convener of leading thinkers and practitioners in a nonpartisan forum.

This position is based in CFR's Washington, DC office on a hybrid base. CFR currently defines hybrid status as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days when all staff are required to be onsite. This position will also be required to be on-site on Fridays to support in-person programming on Capitol Hill.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Organize logistics for weekly roundtable meetings with congressional staff (including suggesting potential topics/speakers, scheduling, arranging travel, drafting invitations, sending and monitoring event invitations, liaising with speakers, and making catering arrangements) to get CFR experts and publications before foreign policy decision makers,
• Coordinate bi-monthly dinner programming for senior congressional staff on a variety of foreign policy, national security, and global health issues,
• Draft regular newsletters, issue briefs, and electronic outreach to promote CFR products and experts,
• Track international affairs developments on Capitol Hill,
• Provide general support for the work and activities of the Government Affairs team,
• Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Minimum QualificationsEducation

• Bachelor's degree in international relations, government, public policy, or another related field is required.

Experience

• 3+ years of related experience, with some event planning experience preferred.Congressional or government relations experience, including internships, required.

Related Skills & Other Requirements

• Strong research skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills, including exceptional proofreading and editing abilities.
• Superior skills in MS Word, Excel, Adobe suite, and database management.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multi-task and problem solve independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment both independently and on a team.
• Ability to work flexible hours (many events are held over breakfast or in the evening).

Required Application MaterialsPlease submit a résumé and cover letter stating your interest in the position.Compensation and Benefits

• The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $63,000-67,000, depending on experience.
• In addition to competitive salaries, CFR provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.

Application instructions

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