The Online Writer Editor, Election 2020, will be a part-time (18 hours per week) remote position through January 2020. CFR.org is the Council’s award-winning website that publishes a mix of digital resources focused on U.S. foreign policy and international affairs, including backgrounders, reports, newsletters, videos, podcasts, and interactives. The Digital Editorial team collaborates closely with CFR’s think tank, featuring regular insights and analysis from more than seventy fellows.
• Work with CFR.org Deputy Editor to provide coverage related to the 2020 presidential campaign
• Compose text for foreign policy issue pages and candidate pages
• Monitor candidates’ statements, campaign materials, policy proposals, and debates, and file ongoing updates to candidate positions
• Track relevant international developments as they relate to the campaign
• Liaise with campaign staff or candidate representatives as necessary
• Work with CFR think tank staff as necessary
• Contribute background to video, podcast, and other multimedia coverage as necessary
• Degree in related field
• Demonstrated knowledge and interest in current U.S. foreign policy issues as well as presidential elections
• Prior related experience in journalism and writing for a daily news publication, preferably online
• Ability to write and process information under deadlines
• Strong writing, reporting, editing, and proofreading skills
• Strong social media skills
Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 5,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent magazine on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.
The Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including an award-winning health and wellness program, and an on-site fitness center.
The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.