Afghan Peace Research Fellow | Global Partnerships & Events

University of Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame invites applications for the Howard S. Brembeck Fellow on Afghanistan (Limited Term) within the Keough School of Global Affairs. The fellow will serve the Afghanistan Program for Peace and Development (AfPAD), providing strategic coordination, research support, and event management across international partners.

Based in the Keough School's Joan B. Kroc Institute, the role emphasizes cross-cultural collaboration, multidisciplinary teamwork, and strong organizational

Qualifications

• Minimum required: Master’s degree in Peace Studies, International Relations, Global Affairs, or a closely related discipline (or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience / advanced professional certification).
• Preferred: Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Institutional Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison between AfPAD and core partner universities, fostering strong collaborative networks and driving joint initiatives forward.
• Event & Dialogue Management: Lead the planning, management, and execution of high-level dialogue series, international workshops, and academic events.
• Research Support: Provide rigorous research and analytical assistance across ongoing and emerging AfPAD peacebuilding projects.
• Cross-Disciplinary Engagement: Work constructively within multi-disciplinary teams to translate programmatic goals into actionable, timely outcomes.

Skills

Cross-Cultural Communication

Organizational & Priority Management

Teamwork & Adaptability

Intellectual Curiosity

Education

Master’s degree in Peace Studies/IR/Global Affairs or related

Ph.D. in a relevant discipline

Job description

The University of Notre Dame invites applications for the Howard S. Brembeck Fellow on Afghanistan (Limited Term) within the Keough School of Global Affairs. The fellow will serve the Afghanistan Program for Peace and Development (AfPAD), providing strategic coordination, research support, and event management across international partners.

Based in the Keough School's Joan B. Kroc Institute, the role emphasizes cross-cultural collaboration, multidisciplinary teamwork, and strong organizational