CFR’s Fellowship Program offers unique opportunities for mid-career and senior-career professionals focusing on international relations. The program affords fellows the opportunity to broaden their perspective of foreign affairs and to pursue proposed research, with a placement at either CFR or another institution in New York City or Washington, DC.

The assistant director will report to the managing director for studies administration and fellowship affairs on all activities related to the fellowship program. The assistant director will be part of a dynamic team working on activities in both Washington, DC, and New York.

• Managing marketing and promotion efforts for the program and researching new marketing outlets.
• Participating in the recruitment process for the program, including but not limited to, collecting applications, serving as the first screener, distributing applications for review, and other recruitment logistics.
• Assisting the director and selected fellows on placements.
• Responding to general applicant inquiries regarding the application process and interviews.
• Writing, drafting, editing, and proofreading program content.
• Assisting in overseeing the program’s budget management, including monitoring grant information, preparing vouchers for reimbursement, and drafting reports.
• Coordinating event logistics for information sessions and conferences, travel support, and helping to prepare materials for distribution.

• Bachelor of Arts in International Relations or a related field with high academic credentials.
• A minimum of three years’ work experience that includes programming and/or project management experience and budgetary experience. Prior fellowship/academic program coordination experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, as well as ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and to coordinate multiple assignments.
• Excellent writing and communication skills. Able to work with all levels of faculty and staff.
• Outstanding professional judgment and demeanor.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven environment, both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent computer and database management skills.

Pay Range

$65,000 to $70,000 per year

Pay commensurate with experience and education

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, an on-site fitness center, and generous leave policies and health insurance programs.

The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.