Fellow, Brown Center on Education Policy at Brookings Institution, Washington, DC

Fellow, Brown Center on Education Policy (Governance Studies Program)

Posted on: August 8, 2014
Posted by: Brown Center on Education Policy, Brookings Institution
Education requirements: PhD (Doctorate degree) 
Employment type: Full-time
Job location: Washington, DC

The Brookings Institution 

The Brookings Institution is a private nonprofit organization devoted to independent research and innovative policy solutions. Established in 1916, Brookings analyzes current and emerging issues and produces new ideas that matter - for the nation and the world.

Job Summary  

The Brown Center on Education Policy within the Governance Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is accepting applications for a Fellow with a strong background in quantitative research relevant to education policy. Under the supervision of the Director of the Brown Center, the Fellow will conduct research, writing, and outreach tasks related to his or her individual scholarship as well as to collaborative projects within the Brown Center. 

The Fellow will also raise money for research projects and interact with the media. The focus of the Brown Center is bringing the best evidence to bear on governmental decisions that affect policy and practice within the American education system from preschool to post secondary.

Qualifications  

The successful candidate will hold a PhD by December 30, 2015 in economics, public policy, psychology, political science, or a related discipline, or have completed all requirements for the PhD with the expectation that the candidate will obtain the PhD within six (6) months of starting at Brookings. He/she will have a record of publications based on quantitative research on topics of relevance to education policy, a history of involvement in projects funded through external grants, and evidence of communication skills suitable to the role of a public intellectual at Brookings.

A candidate may blend academic excellence with experience in the public, private, or academic sectors. The individual must have the ability to conduct state-of-the-art quantitative research, engage in outreach in order to affect public policy, and obtain grant funding. Salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications and experience, and will be commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

TO APPLY: http://www.brookings.edu/about/employment/position/2014/gov14157

Applicants should send a full CV or resume and a cover letter. The cover letter should include a one-page description of research interests, and a list of at least three (3) references. A review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Start date is negotiable, but no later than Summer 2015. 

Other Notes

Brookings welcomes applications from all qualified applicants, particularly women and minorities. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position will be considered. Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position. No phone calls and no employment agencies please.

Research Technical Advisor, International Rescue Committee, New York, NY

Research Technical Advisor

Posted on: October 21, 2013
Posted by: International Rescue Committee

DESCRIPTION

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the largest humanitarian agencies in the world, providing relief, rehabilitation and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of oppression and violent conflict. IRC has worked for over seven decades and today is involved in over 25 areas affected by conflict. We address both the immediate, life saving needs of conflict-affected people in an emergency and the reconstruction needs in post-conflict societies.

The IRC aims to achieve a world in which women and girls pursue their potential, free from violence and inequality. We invest in research with women and girls to 1) better understand the realities, lives and priorities of the women and girls with whom we work, particularly in relation to violence and abuse; 2) inform more woman-centered and responsive program design; 3) evaluate program impact; and 4) influence approaches and interventions in the wider humanitarian and development sector.

SCOPE

This position provides technical support to research on women's empowerment and violence against women and girls in countries in conflict, crisis, post-conflict and post-crisis settings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the design and implementation of research in collaboration with technical advisors, field programs and research partners,
Present and publish research findings in academic journals and practitioner-focused outlets;
Contribute to or lead the development of concept notes and proposals for research projects.
Share the latest research on women's empowerment and violence against women and girls with technical units and field programs to support evidence-based programming
Proactively develop and manage partnerships with academics, consultants and other organizations that conduct related research
Represent research across the organization, serving as a key resource to IRC staff seeking information, including external relations and advocacy departments. Respond to field queries regarding research and evaluation and present findings in actionable terms.
Represent research and IRC in outside meetings and academic forums with donors, other non-governmental organizations, inter-agency working groups, foundations and other practitioners in the field.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. in public health or relevant field. Strong quantitative or qualitative training and expertise.
A minimum of 3 to 5 years of research experience is required, preferably within a humanitarian, international development setting.
Research related to women's empowerment or violence against women and girls.
Experience of research design in the context of violence and abuse, including a depth of understanding of the specific ethical and safety issues.
Demonstrated expertise in quantitative or qualitative methodology.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to research as a tool of social change.
Demonstrated understanding of feminist research theory and practice.
Proficiency in a non-English language is highly desirable, French or Arabic is preferred.
Up to 40% travel may be required.

HOW TO APPLY

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=9846

Development Associate, Feminist Press, New York, NY

Development Associate

Posted on: February 1, 2013
Application deadline: March 27, 2013
Start date: September 2, 2013
Posted by: Feminist Press
Salary: $65,000/year

DESCRIPTION

This position is offered through the ACLS Public Fellows program, which will place 20 recent Ph.D.s from the humanities and humanistic social sciences in two-year staff positions at partnering organizations in government and the nonprofit sector. The program, made possible by a grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, aims to expand the reach of doctoral education by demonstrating that the capacities developed in the advanced study of the humanities have wide application, both within and beyond the academy. Applicants must have received their degrees in the last three years and aspire to careers in administration, management, and public service by choice rather than circumstance. Applications are accepted only through the ACLS Online Fellowship Application system (ofa.acls.org) by March 27, 2013. Please do not contact any of the organizations directly. See www.acls.org/programs/publicfellows for more information on the program, positions, eligibility, and application.

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

The Feminist Press at the City University of New York is the longest-running feminist publisher in the world. As such, it has continued to grow and evolve in the current era as feminism and publishing both face new challenges. The Feminist Press has always been an activist press, closely linked to the women's movement and women's studies at its inception, committed to reprinting "lost" women's voices, and works that had long been out of print. In recent years, it has added to its mission by publishing original works by current feminist authors from around the world, and is establishing itself as a voice of modern feminist thought. As a nonprofit publisher, the Press focuses on community outreach as an integral aspect of its work. For more information, visit www.feministpress.org.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Feminist Press is seeking a Development Associate who will work with the Executive Director and the Development Manager to build a widening group of readers and supporters, especially among new generations of feminists. At a time of exciting – and challenging – changes in the industry, this position also offers the opportunity for the fellow to participate in the creative and strategic thinking that will help the Feminist Press adapt to new digital publishing technologies, and will provide skills that can be used across a broad range of industries and career paths. Because the Feminist Press is an independent publisher with a small staff, there is a great deal of shared decision-making, and the fellowship offers the opportunity to participate in areas outside the position description, such as publicity, marketing, and design.

At the end of two years the Development Associate should have a strong foundation in several areas: fundraising, grant writing, marketing outreach in general and social media outreach in particular, digital technologies, building communities of supporters, and knowledge of how to create a development campaign from start to finish. In addition, he or she will gain knowledge about sales, design, and publicity. The Development Associate will attend conferences, work directly with the Feminist Press board to encourage them to participate in campaigns, and will accompany the Executive Director and the Development Manager to select meetings with donors, learning the intricacies of direct fundraising.

Among the projects the Development Associate will work on are:

• In an effort to expand outreach to a younger demographic of supporters, the Press is in the process of creating the Feminist Press Young Patron's committee with an FP board member. The FPYP will explore new ideas for books as well as new fundraising strategies with a network of young feminists, activists, and professionals. The Development Associate will meet with committee members, reach out to other young patron organizations, and help coordinate strategic meetings. The Associate will also work with the committee to create cultivation and networking events in New York City, based on FP books and relevant social justice issues.
• Working with the Executive Director and the Development Manager, the Development Associate will create a strategic plan for a social media campaign to increase the FP's donor base and maintain ongoing communication with all donors.
• The Associate will help create a consortium of feminist media and advocacy organizations to strengthen the FP's relationships with other feminist organizations and to build partnerships for events and fundraising. A targeted plan will lead to a more effective distribution of funds for all involved by combining resources, development, and fundraising activities across a range of voices, issues, and groups.
• In conjunction with the Executive Director and Marketing Manager, the Associate will develop new avenues for marketing and distributing publications in digital formats.
• Working with the FP board to encourage their participation in various new projects such as the funding consortium and the FPYP.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Ph.D. in the humanities or a humanistic social sciences
• Experience and a demonstrated interest in fundraising and social organizing
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and to help marshal their skills toward a unified goal
• Experience with and comfort with working in a small, team-based organization
• Flexibility and willingness to pitch in on various projects outside the job description as needed in a small organization
• Ability to handle a variety of ongoing tasks at the same time

HOW TO APPLY

Information on the ACLS Public Fellows Program: www.acls.org/programs/publicfellows

All applications must be submitted through the ACLS Online Fellowship Application System: ofa.acls.org