Posted on November 7, 2006

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Assistant to the VP, Communications

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations is the leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. The headquarters is in New York City, with a dynamic office in the nation's capital, and programs nationwide. The Council's 4,000+ members are prominent leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. The Council also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on the Council's award-winning website, CFR.org.

The Communications and Marketing office arranges for media interviews with the Council's impressive group of foreign policy experts, and works to market the Council's programs and publications. It uses a full complement of tools to reach target audiences, including CFR.org, traditional media outreach, webcasts, podcasts, conference calls, and press briefings.

The Assistant to the Vice President of Communications and Marketing will provide support to the Vice President and the department. The major responsibilities of this position will include:

• Providing administrative support to the Vice President as well as the department, including making travel arrangements, handling phones; calls, scheduling appointments, drafting and proofreading written material, managing departmental files, and reimbursing expenses;
• Acting as key departmental liaison for communications between the Vice President, Communications and Marketing staff, and other departments;
• Drafting and preparing correspondence and other written materials for the department;
• Developing media contacts and specialized press lists;
• Assisting with on-the-record meetings and press briefings, including checking in press and creating press kits.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years related administrative experience in communications or media;
• BA with strong academic credentials and a strong interest in international affairs and the media;
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills;
• Exceptional organizational skills and proven ability to meet deadlines;
• Excellent proofreading and editing skills;
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and database management;
• Innovative, energetic team player;
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours when necessary.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the following address:

HR Coordinator
Council on Foreign Relations
58 East 68th Street
New York, NY 10022
Fax: 212-434-9893
E-mail: humanresources@cfr.org

PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

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Job Type: Administration
Organization Type: Nonprofit Organizations