Institution: George Washington University
Location: Washington, D.C.
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom
Education: at least 2 years of a bachelor’s degree completed

Founded in 1821, GW is the largest institution of higher education in the District of Columbia, to include ten academic units, with a full-time equivalent enrollment of a little over 20,000 students and approximately 11,000 full-time and part-time employees (faculty and staff). The George Washington University is a community dedicated to learning, communication,respect, service and teamwork. As one of the largest private employers in the District of Columbia, the university seeks employees who support the teaching, research, and public service mission of the university.

Minimum Qualifications:
Two years of college in an appropriate area of specialization or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience is necessary.

Two years of experience that is directly related to the essential functions specified in this position description is necessary.

Desired Qualifications:

• Substantial knowledge of nuclear issues in Asia
• Knowledge of a modern Asian language
• Demonstrated experience and interest in Asia and international affairs
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Professional experience using social media tools (Twitter, Facebook, and blogs)
• Graphic design experience using InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, or similar programs
• Prior professional experience with project or program management
• Experience with website design and management
• Cross-cultural experience and/or working in an international environment
• Excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills
• Grants management and proposal writing experience
• Familiarity with accounting systems and other financial management tools
• Event/conference planning experience
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple tasks while meeting multiple deadlines
• Familiarity with word processing, database management, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work with little supervision, but also teamwork skills

JOB DUTIES

• Acts as primary point of contact for a team of 20 experts researching nuclear proliferation issues in Asia. Provides desktop research on Asian countries’ voting records in nuclear issues in international fora. Researches range of domestic debates on nuclear energy and security in key Asian countries. Composes substantive briefing memos and background papers on nuclear issues in select countries in East, Southeast, and South Asia for the project team by synthesizing and analyzing large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data.
• Manages program budgets, grants, and all financial transactions. Processes reimbursements, honoraria, and all other project payments.
• Organizes and executes all RPI public events, private conferences, and meetings. This includes coordinating all travel arrangements, catering, and all other logistical needs
• Maintains, updates, and manages project website. Maintains and manages project listservs and announcements. Writes, edits, designs, and produces a variety of publications and prepares background materials for project participants.
• In conjunction with project directors, manages all internal and external reporting associated with these projects.
• Serve as primary administrative support staff for associated projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

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