Employment Opportunities
Employment Inquiries and Applications
Applicants must apply to a specific VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER. Our relatively few vacancies and the rapid changes in the availability of applicants preclude the acknowledgement or retention of applications that are not submitted in response to an announced vacancy. While the Institute of Peace only considers US citizens for direct employment, very highly qualified non-citizens may be engaged through contracts or other procedures to provide services to the Institute. If there is not a specific vacancy announcement posted for which you are qualified, please revisit our web site periodically.
Instructions for Submitting Applications by E-Mail
Applications submitted by e-mail should be addressed to: vacancies+######@usip.org Insert the 6-digit vacancy announcement number for the ###### signs. If you have addressed your e-mail correctly, you will receive an acknowledgment promptly, often within a few minutes, indicating that your application has been received. If you apply for more than one position, you must send a separate e-mail to each vacancy announcement number for which you are applying.
Material to Submit for Vacancies
Your application (whether submitted by mail, facsimile, or e-mail) should include: a cover letter that specifically addresses the desired qualifications for the positions; your resume or CV; and a salary history. A complete application will help us to assess the level of your qualifications. Failure to submit a complete package may cause your application to be evaluated at a lower level than other applicants, and may therefore diminish your opportunity for further consideration.
Intern Opportunities
At this time the Institute does not offer opportunities for Interns. Our authorizing legislation precludes the acceptance of services on a donated or volunteered basis, and other considerations have precluded the establishment of a compensated intern program or a qualifying educational program that would fulfill our legal requirements. We hope that some form of an intern program will be available in the future. Please visit this page periodically for future announcements.
For information about our paid part-time research assistant positions, please visit www.usip.org/fellows/ra.html
Closing Date for Submitting Applications.
We usually accept applications for posted positions until the position has been filled. If you see a vacancy posted here, we are accepting applications. If there is a specific date for initial review of applications, that date will be shown in the announcement. Even if that date has passed and the announcement is viewable, we are accepting applications.
Our vacancies are often listed by other organizations (e.g. the Foreign Policy Association). These secondary listings often continue to refer to a USIP position after recruitment has concluded. If you see the vacancy in some other listing, and the vacancy is not listed here, we have concluded recruitment and are no longer accepting applications.
Eligibility for Appointment
The Institute engages staff members without regard to race, creed, national origin, age, gender, marital status or any other characteristic covered by law. All who believe they meet the stated qualifications are invited to apply.
Current Vacancies
Program Officers (PRT Reconciliation Facilitator)
Center for Post-Conflict Peace & Stability Operations
Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Conflict Management Facilitators (CM) will be based with one of the established PRTs (either Baghdad or Kirkuk) and report to the USIP Chief of Party (COP). The CM will provide conflict management expertise to help strengthen the capacity of the requesting PRT, expand the impact of USIP on the ground in Iraq, and contribute to stabilization efforts at the provincial, district/qadas and neighborhood/hayys levels of governance. The CM will be supervised by the USIP COP and coordinate all activities with the COP. Additionally, the CM will ensure coordination is done between the PRT, the sponsoring military brigade and USIP. In particular, the CM duties will include:
*Assisting PRT personnel in the conduct of a conflict assessment using the USAID pamphlet, “Conducting a Conflict Assessment: A Framework for Strategy and Program Development.” These analyses will draw on all available information and identify knowledge gaps.
*Leaving secured zones with armed escort to visit PRT locations that request USIP conflict management assistance. These trips may last up to two weeks outside the secured zones and visit several PRTs.
*Developing and implementing conflict management strategies based on the unique requirements of the PRT-identified location.
*Coordinating development and implementation activities with the Office of Provincial Affairs in the US embassy.
*Planning and arranging effective logistical, administrative and managerial support for the successful implementation of program activities, to include program planning and oversight.
*Assisting the COP to manage the security profile of the Institute in Iraq, maintaining a high level of security awareness and preparedness at all times.
*Preparing drafts and submitting cleared reports on behalf of the COP as directed.
*Performing all other duties as required by the COP.
This position is supervised by the USIP Iraq Chief of Party and requires an expert knowledge of transitional peace-building and the region. Knowledge of the local culture, conflict management techniques, country program operations and project management, and excellent reporting skills are important.
Experience working with government officials, local and international relief agencies and military authorities is desirable. Prior experience in conflict management, operations, and security management in Iraq in particular, in the Middle East in general, is preferred.
Creativity, excellent communications and analytical skills and the ability to operate with high levels of autonomy and responsibility in a highly stressful setting while exercising sound judgement in politically charged and challenging security environments is necessary.
The sensitive nature of the work, the importance of good presentation skills, the ability to maintain morale among staff in a difficult work environment and the need to work closely with a variety of local and international interlocutors will require excellent social skills, quick judgement, and negotiation skills.
The incumbent will work closely with US government and military officials both within the confines of the International Zone and outside the Zone in tactical areas of operation. Additionally, the incumbent will travel often both inside and outside Iraq.
Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate how prior experience and/or training address these factors:
Minimum Qualifications
*U.S. citizenship;
*Minimum of two years of conflict management experience;
*Minimum of two years experience in 2 or more of the following areas: economic development (including private sector development), community development, mediation/arbitration, conflict resolution, democracy and governance, international law, and/or human rights activities;
*Minimum masters degree in a related field required.
*Potential to operate independently in complex and difficult situations with minimal home office support.
Desirable Qualifications
*Demonstrated ability to successfully support field staff and field programs in transitional environments;
*Demonstrated experience in conceptualization, design and management of projects;
*Excellent communication, writing, and social skills of interaction, including the ability to deal with counterparts on both the lowest and highest political, social and economic levels;
*Ability to consistently perform in a high visibility, high pressure environment, especially overseas and in emergency or crisis situations;
*Familiarity with the United States Institute of Peace and its programs;
*Working knowledge of Arabic.
The term of the position is through September 30, 2008 and is potentially renewable. Immediate or very near-term availability will be an important factor.
Salary is commensurate with the selectee’s experience, qualifications, and salary history plus Post Differential (currently 35% of basic pay) and Danger Pay (also currently 35% of basic pay). Benefits include an excellent retirement program, health and dental insurance, life insurance, annual and sick leave programs, flexible spending accounts, etc.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter, including recent salary history, to vacancies+200816@usip.org, fax to 202-833-1019, or mail to:
USIP Vacancy No. 200816
1200 17th Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Program Officer
Center for Mediation & Conflict Resolution
The Institute’s Center for Mediation and Conflict Resolution designs and manages the Institute’s efforts in areas where fighting is active. The Center also conducts research, identifies best practices, develops new peacemaking tools, and supports related training and education efforts.
The Center for Mediation and Conflict Resolution seeks a person to serve as a Program Officer. The incumbent will develop new program opportunities working with local partners to promote peace in priority conflict zones, which currently include Israel/Palestine, Nigeria, Colombia, Darfur, Uganda, Kashmir, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Work with contractors to develop handbooks and training materials on how to mediate/negotiate peace agreements, including mediation methodology, negotiating ceasefires, economic and educational components of peace agreements, etc. And organize public workshops and write publishable papers on peacemaking.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history. Benefits include an excellent retirement program, health and dental insurance, life insurance, annual and sick leave programs, flexible spending accounts, etc.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens. The successful candidate will have either a PhD with some post-doctoral relevant experience or an MA with at least five years of relevant experience in international relations, political science, political psychology, political sociology, education, or other relevant academic background, or equivalent professional experience in government or the non-governmental sector; (2) minimum of two years experience with international peacemaking with an NGO, government, or international organization; (3) knowledge of mediation and peacemaking methodologies; (4) knowledge of other organizations engaged in the international peacemaking field; (6) ability to travel internationally. Employment with the U.S. Institute of Peace is not employment with the U.S. government.
Interested candidates should submit a resume including recent salary history to:
Email to: vacancies+200823@usip.org
Fax to: 202-833-1019
Mail to:
USIP Vacancy No. 200823
1200 17th Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.
Program Officer
Grants
The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) seeks an individual to serve as a Program Officer in the Institute’s Grant Program. The Grant Program increases the breadth and depth of USIP’s work by supporting peace building projects managed by nonprofit organizations, including educational institutions, research institutions, civil society organizations, and NGOs.
The Program Officer plays a key role in the administration of the Grant Program. Duties include:
*Managing a diverse portfolio of grants;
*Providing guidance to applicants in the preparation of grant proposals, including active assistance in the development of grant applications from organizations in priority countries identified by USIP;
*Reviewing and evaluating new proposals;
*Managing the process of proposal evaluation, including internal and external peer review;
*Monitoring the implementation and evaluation of grant projects and contracts;
*Assisting in the Grant Program’s strategic planning;
*Serve as one of USIP's resource persons in the individual’s area(s) of expertise.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history. Benefits include an excellent retirement program, health and dental insurance, life insurance, annual and sick leave programs, flexible spending accounts, etc. Employment with the U.S. Institute of Peace is not a Federal Government position.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens. The successful candidate will have a PhD with expertise in social sciences, security studies, international relations, peace keeping or conflict management studies; demonstrated skills in grant making, evaluation and administration; experience with preparation of publications accessible to a broad public audience; significant international or other experience in working cross culturally; and strong interpersonal and communication skills. In addition to these qualifications, the Institute welcomes applications from individuals that possess area specialty, with a particular interest in and expertise on Africa.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:
USIP, 1200 17th Street, NW, Suite 200
Vacancy No. 200827
Washington, DC 20036
Resumes may be faxed to: 202-833-1019
Resumes may be e-mailed to vacancies+200827@usip.org Applications will be reviewed until position is filled.
Interested candidates should submit a resume including recent salary history to:
Email to: vacancies+200827@usip.org
Fax to: 202-833-1019
Mail to:
USIP Vacancy No. 200827
1200 17th Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.
Program Assistant
Center for Postconflict Peace and Stability Operations/Centers of Innovation
USIP’s Center for Post-Conflict Peace and Stability Operations (PPSO) coordinates about $18 million of programmatic activity on an annual basis, with widely decentralized execution occurring throughout the Institute and outside the Institute by grantees. Its Centers of Innovation (COI) spend an additional $6 million, including several new and rapidly growing entrepreneurial efforts on media and peacebuilding, economies of conflict and technology of peacebuilding as well as more established programs in rule of law and religion and peacemaking. Approximately 40 staff, research assistants and consultants work in PPSO and COI, which are headed by a single vice president.
We seek a Program Assistant to track program and budget execution and evaluation, as well as service the administrative requirements of the vice president responsible for both groups. This will require playing a coordinating role in annual preparation of budgets and operating plans as well as tracking and periodic reporting on program and budget execution and program evaluation on an Institute-wide basis. It will also entail contributions to programmatic as well as personnel goals and objectives, support for implementation of programs and events, and management of the vice president’s schedule and appointments.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens. The ideal candidate will have a sophisticated understanding of budgets and program planning; superb organizational skills; an MA with at least 3 years of relevant experience or a BA with at least 5 years of relevant experience in public administration, international relations, political science, or equivalent professional experience in government or the non-government sector; demonstrated experience in developing and managing programs; experience demonstrating strong competence in financial management and program administration; excellent writing and oral communications skills; excellent computer skills especially in word processing, spreadsheets and internet navigation; ability to work independently and yet collegially with staff and external organizations and individuals. Experience with database management, making domestic and international travel arrangements, and organizing conferences and meetings preferred.
Position will start by May 1. This is a full-time position. Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history. Benefits include an excellent retirement program, health and dental insurance, life insurance, annual and sick leave programs, flexible spending accounts, etc. Employment with the U.S. Institute of Peace is not employment with the U.S. government.
Interested candidates should submit a resume including recent salary history to:
Email to: vacancies+200828@usip.org
Fax to: 202-833-1019
Mail to:
USIP Vacancy No. 200828
1200 17th Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
202-833-1019
Program Assistant
Center for Mediation & Conflict Resolution and the Education and Training Center International
The Center for Mediation and Conflict and the Education and Training Center International seek candidates for a Program Assistant This position supports both centers. The ideal candidate will be able to undertake the following tasks: Arrange and coordinate conferences and meetings, including working long-distance with partner organizations overseas that will support on-site USIP workshops; draft reports and occasional Peacebriefs; help develop planning and strategy documents for conflict teams; website development for the Center; make travel arrangements both domestically and abroad in zones of conflict according to federal travel regulations; act as a liaison between program officers and administrative departments to ensure compliance with federal regulations in program planning and execution; prepare expense vouchers; assist in drafting program budget and keep track of spending for corresponding fiscal year; assist in drafting quarterly reports of activities for the Board of Directors; help prepare contracts; maintain and manage databases; provide basic computing support; respond to questions and requests from the general public; maintain office files; support other staff and perform other related duties as needed.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary history. Benefits include an excellent retirement program, health and dental insurance, life insurance, annual and sick leave programs, flexible spending accounts, etc.
A B.A or MA degree in international relations or a related field. Basic understanding of international conflict and peacemaking, experience organizing conferences and meetings, making domestic and international travel arrangements, and managing databases. Strong computer skills in word processing, database, spreadsheet, HTML, and Internet navigation; familiarity with budgets; strong organizational skills; multitasking abilities; familiarity with budgets; ability to work independently in a complex environment; and strong interpersonal and communication skills. International experience preferred. Foreign language capability is an asset but not a requirement. Employment with the U.S. Institute of Peace is not employment with the U.S. government.
Interested candidates should submit a resume including recent salary history to:
Email to: vacancies+200832@usip.org
Fax to: 202-833-1019
Mail to:
USIP Vacancy No. 200832
1200 17th Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.
Program Assistant
Center for Conflict Analysis and Prevention
The Institute seeks to fill a full-time position to provide administrative and research support for senior staff in the Center for Conflict Analysis and Prevention. The Program Assistant will arrange and coordinate conferences and meetings; handle contracts and travel arrangements; provide research support; and edit research reports. The opportunity to write short policy briefs and/or articles as well as participate in more long-term research projects exists for qualified candidates.
Applicants should have a solid grounding in international affairs and a basic understanding of American foreign policy. A background in conflict resolution, peace studies, US Middle East policy and/or the Arab-Israeli conflict is preferred.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens. The ideal candidate will have a B.A a degree in international relations or a related field. Experience organizing conferences and meetings, making domestic and international travel arrangements, and managing databases. Strong computer skills in word processing, database, spreadsheet, HTML, and Internet navigation; familiarity with budgets; strong organizational skills; multitasking abilities; familiarity with budgets; ability to work independently in a complex environment; and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
This is an entry-level position, with annual salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. A strong benefits package includes retirement, health and dental insurance, life insurance, and annual and sick leave programs.
Interested candidates should submit a resume including recent salary history to:
Email to: vacancies+200833@usip.org
Fax to: 202-833-1019
Mail to:
USIP Vacancy No. 200833
1200 17th Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.
Program Assistant
Grants
The Grant Program seeks a Program Assistant to provide support to the Grant Program’s work on Afghanistan and Pakistan.
The Program Assistant will assist the Grant Program Officer for Afghanistan and Pakistan and support the activities of the Institute’s Afghanistan Conflict Team in Washington, including updating databases and assisting staff in soliciting, reviewing and processing interim and final narrative and financial reports from grantees. The incumbent will work with the Director of Administration for the Grant Program regarding all budget issues and program procedures. Other duties will include: making travel arrangements; preparing expense vouchers; monitoring budget expenditures; preparing and monitoring contracts; updating web content; maintaining office files. The Program Assistant will also coordinate team meetings, including scheduling, reserving facilities, arranging catering, taking notes, preparing minutes, and performing other related duties as necessary.
Qualified candidates will have at least a BA degree in international relations or a related field. Candidates should demonstrate strong computer skills (Macintosh preferred) in word processing, database, spreadsheet, HTML, and Internet navigation; strong organizational skills; multitasking abilities; familiarity with budgets; ability to work independently and to meet deadlines; and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Experience with organizing conferences and meetings, including writing up their proceedings, and arranging international travel are highly valued.
Knowledge of Dari/Pushtu and/or prior travel to the region is a plus.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include an excellent retirement program, health and dental insurance, life insurance, annual and sick leave programs, flexible spending accounts, etc.
Employment with the U.S. Institute of Peace is not employment with the U.S. government.
Position will start June 1.
This is a full-time temporary position. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Interested candidates should submit a resume including recent salary history to:
Email to: vacancies+200834@usip.org
Fax to: 202-833-1019
Mail to:
USIP Vacancy No. 200834
1200 17th Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.
Development Associate
Headquarters Project
We seek a Development Associate to join the Campaign development office in Washington, DC. The Associate position will join a small staff of professionals overseeing the headquarters building project; this is an expansive $185M campaign to construct the new national headquarters and Public Education Center.
The Development Associate will report directly to the Chief Development Officer and Campaign Director. He/she will work alongside three senior development officers to assist with the following:
1. Oversee stewardship for the Building Campaign: draft and manage all correspondence to donors. Manage appropriate record keeping and filing to maintain a sophisticated system. Respond and assist in communication to donors and prospects with specific inquiries. Assist the Campaign Director with special needs and tasks in the entire area of stewardship. Have appropriate outline of benefits and donor recognition requests in place in time for building opening and for future years of outreach and external affairs work.
2. Assist with all elements of special events within the Campaign; work closely with the senior staff to implement all fundraising tasks for a variety of special events and happenings. Will manage, in most cases, responses and will interface with prospective guests around details and logistics.
3. Maintain the donor database and will work as a lead staff person on the implementation of a new system to maintain/monitor/update all donors and prospects to the US Institute of Peace. Generate all contribution/pledge reports and work closely with financial officers to maintain clarity around campaign gifts and campaign goals.
4. Oversee and maintain all grant narrative reports and manage the timeline, and production of these reports in a timely fashion.
5. Serve as the lead staff person for updates and edits to the building campaign section on the US Institute of Peace web site.
6. Provide additional administrative support to the entire Campaign team on a needs basis.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of relative experience. A keen interest in professional development and/or some experience in a campaign setting is preferred. Excellent computer/database skills, quick learner, well organized, attention to detail essential. Must be able to multi-task and work under deadlines. Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include an excellent retirement program, health and dental insurance, life insurance, annual and sick leave programs, flexible spending accounts, etc. Employment with the U.S. Institute of Peace is not employment with the U.S. government.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:
USIP Vacancy No. 200835
1200 17th Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
Fax: 202-833-1019
Email: vacancies+200835@usip.org
Applications reviewed as received, accepted until filled.
